Not quite curly, but not quite straight — if you’re a man with wavy hair, you know very well the struggle of being somewhere in between. After all, thanks to the fact that many hairstyles are catered toward folks with a hair type on either side of the curly and straight spectrum, it can be hard to know where somebody...
Much like the ubiquitous M-65 field jacket, the iconic peacoat began as a purely functional military garment. The coats were first used in the 1700s by the British Royal Navy and then in the 1800s by the U.S. Navy. They were sturdy, durable, highly functional, and attractive to boot. It was a winning combination for protecting sailors from harsh weather....
Throughout history, the U.S. military has unintentionally inspired many fashion trends. One of the most well-known is the M-65 field jacket for men. The M-65 was created in the 1940s at the height of WWII and is distinguishable from other field jackets thanks to its four front pockets. Designed to be functional and durable, the M-65 has always been decidedly...
A chore coat is not just some handsome, tough outerwear; it is straight-up practical. Long before any of us living today was born, these hardy jackets have been used by honest workmen, including railroad workers, construction workers, engineers, mechanics, farmers, photographers, and just about all laborers. Although those days are long gone, these jackets are still around. But instead of...
Watches are timeless and functional accessories, with pocket watches dating back to the early 1500s. They're also some of the most collectible items in the world, not just a fashion accessory but representative of history and culture as well. The more rare luxury watches and those with unusual or bespoke features can easily fetch several million dollars, particularly at auction....
When straightening your beard, the last thing you want is to end up with smoking whiskers or a burnt cheek. But that’s exactly what you’re likely to get if you tried to use your sweetheart’s hair straightener on your beard. Beard straighteners for men are designed exclusively for giving your beard an extra polished look, especially if you want to...
Maybe you’ve heard the old adage, “no brown in town,” or something similar. The general “rule” is that black and brown don’t mix. Come to think of it; who makes these so-called rules, anyway? Here’s the deal. I’m not going to make you read all the way to the last paragraph before revealing the answer to this burning question. The...
If you’re here, you’re likely trying to figure out what on earth the phrase smart casual actually means when it comes to men's dressware. You may assume it’s similar to business casual, but it's actually much more nuanced. Not quite formal wear and not quite lazy-day attire, smart casual is a new niche that is becoming the standard dress code...
Tired of looking at how baggy your socks have become? Tired of having to pull them up with every few steps? Then you are probably on the hunt for something that can help you solve this problem once and for all. If this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place. You must already know about suspenders...
For those living under a rock, everyone knows that the modern man doesn’t really wear a watch solely to know the time. Instead, it is more about a statement of your class and style. You also probably already know that the good quality watches for men can be found within a variety of price points, so there’s always something for...
