If you are a consistent hat wearer or have just purchased your very first hat, you may have wondered what proper hat etiquette, or 'hatiquette', is and how it can change depending on where you are and where you're going. Some people remove their hats indoors, yet others keep them on. Who is right and who is wrong? In this article, we explain the et...
Imagine for a moment that you are the captain of a pirate ship sailing the hot Caribbean Sea. To celebrate your latest plunder, the crew retrieves a barrel of aged rum from the lower hold and pairs it with these arcane devices called 'pipes' that you 'found' on your most recent expedition. The combination of vanilla and spice from the rum barrel co...
If you are considering adding a vintage watch to your collection, you should be aware that they require a bit more care than modern watches. Do not let this deter you as vintage watches are amazing pieces of history and often feature designs you will not find in most modern watches. This article will teach you how to care for yo...
If you find yourself intrigued by the idea of owning a vintage watch, you need to arm yourself with some essential knowledge before treading into unknown waters. There are a few things you need to know before buying your first vintage watch so that you don't end up getting scammed. Before we dive in, we would like to explain that vintage watches ar...
Cigar shapes, also called vitolas, are divided into two categories: parejos and figurados. There's no industry standard when it comes to cigar shapes and sizes. It is not uncommon to find a 4.5" cigar labeled as a robusto or a toro exceeding 6" in length. In this article we will review the most common shapes and sizes of cigars on the market t...
Along with buttoning the bottom button of a suit, matching your tie and pocket square is considered a cardinal sin of men's style. Why should you NEVER match your tie and pocket square? It's simple, really: it gives the impression that you don't care or don't know any better. At some point in your style journey, you've likely heard the advice to ma...
This article contains many terms, definitions, and lingo you will hear in the cigar world. From common descriptors like shapes and sizes, to unique phrases heard only amongst cigar clubs, we scoured far and wide to create this helpful list. AGING (also known as RESTING) – Allowing the tobacco to rest under ideal conditions to mellow the overal...
You approach the large door in the dimly lit alleyway, looking left and then right, making sure no one is following you. You knock the secret knock and wait for the slot to open. A pair of mysterious eyes greets you. A rough Boston accent then asks, "Why did the stool-pigeoned dewdropper end up in a Chicago overcoat?" You look them straight in the ...
If you are sartorially minded, you may have noticed breast pockets on your coats and asked yourself, "should I put a pocket square in there?" Coats do look similar to suit jackets and sport coats, so the answer should be simple, right? Not quite. A coat, in general, will be heavier, thicker, and drape lower than a typical sport coat or suit jacket....
The power of scent is strong. Scent can evoke strong emotions, bring back memories, and leave people wondering what olfactory euphoria they just encountered. It can be your aromatic autograph, a statement closely associated with you and your character. But how do you find your signature scent? Finding a signature scent takes time and dedication. Ra...
