Don’t leave your style behind when it’s time to get out of town. We’ve got three stylish vacation ideas for you and your significant other complete with what to pack and how to wear it.
Most men wear dress shirts with enough extra fabric to pitch a tent and camp out under. Don’t be one of those men. Instead, use these 3 steps to get the perfect fitted dress shirt.
Full canvas, half canvas or fused? The make of your suit has advantages and consequences you should know. When you think about suit quality, what are the first few things that come to mind? How killer it makes you look (aka, the fit) is obviously numero uno. How nice it feels (the fabric quality) is […]
Q: “I absolutely loved your Eldredge knot post! I’ve been looking for more unique knots like it ever since and came across something called the “Trinity Knot” which also looks really cool. Can you please have an “Ask a Black Lapel Stylist” post teaching us how to tie this one?” – Eric K. A: We’re […]
Avoid a wedding photo disaster! Every groom should be able to answer these 5 questions about his groomsmen’s suits.
Linen suits have a reputation for being off-duty stalwarts, but we’ll show you how to celebrate take your linen suit to work day with these five tips for dressing them up.
These eight suit combinations will have your tried and true blue suit working overtime.
Looking to build a suit that shows your unique style? It’s easier than you think. Start here.
For men, white pants are often a style enigma, and the thought of wearing white pants to work sounds like a bold step. But with today’s changing workplace styles and rising temperatures (thanks, global warming!) white pants are showing up on stylish men in more and more places. Here’s how to pull off the look.
The right suit accessories add personality to your style and break up the monotony of your daily office attire. Here are the 8 best suit accessories for men.
Kevin needed to know how to tie a bow tie. We explained it in graphic detail (and included a video too).
Mixing patterns isn’t as complicated as it seems. We share the secrets in this simple, how-to guide.
We’ve already introduced some classic sockless pairings in a Pinterest board as a way of staying cool while looking effortlessly stylish. Now we’ll teach you how to execute these looks while avoiding all the common downsides of going sockless including sweaty feet, odor and ruined shoes. Unless you’re one of the genetically chosen ones who […]
See photo examples of common shirt and tie combinations that work, plus rules matching all your shirts and ties.
Don’t believe you’ll save money investing in a traditional razor? Think again. See how you can save with a wet shaving razor vs. disposable.
So you have a perfectly fitted, classic navy blazer that you love to wear more than everything else – kudos. But, let’s face it, there’s only so many times you can wear your navy blazer and khaki pant combo before the look starts to feel as dull as your morning commute.
Just like your prized suits, your ties can also benefit from a seasonal rotation plan. Learn how to match your tie colors to the seasons.
How to tie a four in hand knot is the most important thing a man should know. Okay, we’re exagerrating, but you SHOULD know how to tie a tie. Here’s how.
You may not be the tallest guy in the world but your style should still measure up. Here’s how to dress for your height.
In the dead of winter you may reach for your dark gray suits, but you don’t have to leave the bold colors in the closet. We’ll show you how to liven up your look with three of the sharpest colors of the season.
How to pack a suit in a suitcase. Because you’ve got enough to worry about on a business trip.
Over the years men have gotten more of their wardrobes from the military than any other source of inspiration. With Veteran’s Day on the horizon, we thought we’d pay homage to the styles that have made the leap from the armed services to civilian life. You can’t open many guys’ closets without finding some relic […]
Modern suit styles from regions around the world have their own unique takes on the common suit and how it’s worn. Learn more here.
Shawl lapels, peak lapels, notch lapels, there are all types of tuxedos and suits out there. Are you choosing the right one? Find out here.
“A timepiece is the final say to any man’s outfit.” Timeless Role as a Statement Piece These days, the functional value of a wristwatch is waning with the ubiquitous use of cell phones for time-keeping. However, the aesthetic value of a watch can’t quite be replicated (yet) by an iPhone no matter how well designed. A […]
For most men, suits are either blue or gray. So if you have trouble deciding what shirt to wear, we’re out to show you how simple it can be when you narrow your choices down to just two colors.
Should you wear a belt with your suit? You may have already answered the question in your head, but there are different schools of thought on this topic.
If you haven’t noticed by now, we love Bond. And really, who doesn’t? From his impossibly cool and cavalier swagger to his regular involvement with gorgeous women, guys (and girls) can always bond over some Bond. One of our favorite characteristics of this uber spy is his prowess with his wardrobe. 007 has an enviable […]
Mad Men might be wrapping up but the show’s effect on men’s style is lasting. We dissect the looks of two of the most dapper men on the show and give you the goods on how to get the look.
Q: “I recently added tie bars to my sparse collection of accessories in an effort to add some flair to my looks, but I’m not really sure how to wear them. Is there a rule for where on the tie you should wear a tie bar?” – Jim K. A: When it comes to accessorizing […]
