Fragrance, although not visible, plays an important role when it comes to style. Our sense of smell is extremely powerful, so being able to leverage the power of scent can elevate your overall appearance. Wearing a fragrance puts you above the majority of people who don't. Some may think it's a luxurious item and others don't understand the be...
First dates can be nerve-wracking: no matter how many someone has had, it is still easy to worry about the smallest details. A lot of thought can go into a first date, between scheduling, thinking of conversation topics, and deciding what you are going to wear. So how does a gentleman dress on a first date? Tossing on any shirt and jeans and hoppin...
It's a fact that most men don't take hygiene as seriously as they should. Most men stand by the three S's, and that's as far as their bathroom routine goes. (Don't think there's a need for explanation there). Your time spent in the bathroom getting ready for the day should be an enjoyable experience, not a slog. Each step in the men's daily hygiene...
If you own multiple quartz watches, the thought of pulling the crown out to save battery life may have crossed your mind. You may think that doing so will increase the life of the battery, meaning that you could save money on replacement batteries. While the main downside of this is needing to set the time and date every time you put the watch back...
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...
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...
There are two main parts to being a gentleman: how to act and how to dress. In this article, we will be exploring the latter and answering the question of how to be a well-dressed gentleman. This doesn't mean you have to constantly wear a three-piece suit or sleep in black tie. It's about understanding the principles of dressing well in today'...
Whether you're buying your first bottle or already have a large collection, it's important to know how properly store your fragrances to ensure they'll smell great and last as long as possible. Don't worry; you don't need to spend more money on special storage devices or humidifiers. All you need is some careful consideration of where you keep them...
You just bought a brand-new bottle of cologne. You open the box, spray some on, then go out to meet your friends. You ask a friend to give you their honest opinion on it as you lean in towards them. They sniff and sniff and sniff again. "I don't smell anything." You're shocked. Was it defective? A fake? Did you not apply enough? The answer to all t...
