Every good thing must come to an end, including cigars, but what do you do when you reach the end of your cigar? You can't just flick it away and be done with it, nor should you smoosh it into submission like a cigarette. When it comes to putting out your cigar, there is one technique that 99.9% of the cigar community agrees is the correct way. In ...
Although most people are capable of opening doors themselves, it is greatly appreciated when someone else does it for them. This act of chivalry is a very simple action that shows your consideration and kindness towards others. In this article we will discuss who you should open doors for, when it is and is not acceptable to hold doors op...
Going to a restaurant should be an enjoyable experience. That experience can quickly change if your meal isn't to your liking. The anticipation of seeing your server approaching with your food only to discover it isn't what you ordered can derail the entire evening. What do you do? What should you say? Do you make a fuss or just eat it anyway? Afte...
Northern Star Watch is a new watch brand on the scene. Launching in 2021, husband and wife team, Shaheen and Noraida, wanted to create something bold yet elegant. You won't be finding any Submariner homages or cheap Ali-express white-labeling here. Instead, you get a piece unlike anything else on the market. The Sentinel is a six-sided watch t...
Etiquette, along with manners, are valuable, practical skills everyone should practice daily. It doesn't cost anything to be kind and the satisfaction of doing a good deed or making someone's day is a huge mood boost for both you and the person you helped. In this article we will look at 10 modern etiquette skills you need to know: Know How To...
The Esteemed Gentleman is excited to announce a very special collaboration with Finnish watch microbrand, AndoAndoAndo. We proudly present to you: the limited edition Esteemed Gentleman x AndoAndAndo Vinyl Record Watch! The First Collaboration Between The Esteemed Gentleman and AndoAndoAndo Both Yu, creator of AndoAndoAndo, and Rex, creator of...
Whether you are staying at an all-inclusive resort in another country or a road-side motel just a few hours from home, you want your hotel experience to be a positive one. This includes practicing good hotel etiquette from the moment you step onto the property until you leave. Hotel etiquette extends past using simple pleasantries while checki...
Ernesto Perez-Carrillo is a veteran in the cigar world. His first brand, La Gloria Cubana, dominated the cigar industry in the 1990s. He sold the brand off in 1999 to General Cigar Company. For a decade he continued working for them, being both an employee and brand ambassador. In 2009, he decided to start producing cigars himself once again. His n...
Doomscrolling, the urge to obsessively consume negative media, is an activity that can be extremely harmful to a person's overall wellbeing. The desire to constantly seek out pessimistic news can easily put someone into a depressive spiral. For a more in-depth look at doomscrolling and its harmful effects, read our article Breaking Free From Doomsc...
When most people think of neckwear they likely think of a tie or bow tie. While those are two of the most popular types of neckwear, there are a few other options to choose from if you want to build a versatile and robust wardrobe. In this article we will look at a handful of neckwear alternatives, discuss the history behind them, and if they're fo...
