Monthly Archives: October 2015

We all want to be noticed for being the captivating, handsome, and stylish men we are in our own minds. A site called MadeMen.com, asked women what turns their heads to get a second look. It’s no surprise, the list contains clothing pieces and accessories we’ve been advocating for awhile.

1. T-shirt, jeans and blazer “Guys love to wear jeans and a T-shirt. But women love it if you show just a little more effort and throw on a blazer. A blazer makes it an actual outfit.” —Nisonja McGary, stylist who has dressed guys like Jamie Foxx and Tom Cruise

2. Bright chinos, white dress shirt, leather travel bag “Colorful chinos really add some spice to your outfit. And a great leather travel bag will definitely impress a woman.” —Molly Rose Pasman, stylist at well-known men’s outfitter

3. Leather jacket, T-shirt and jeans “A great-fitting leather jacket is a must-have. Wear it with a V-neck tee and jeans or a Henley and jeans. It’ll never go out of style.” —Toni Ferrara, stylist for guys like Matthew McConaughey and Ryan Seacrest

4. Tailored suit “Every man needs one tailored suit. It will feel as comfortable as a pair of jeans.” —McGary

5. Seriously, tailored suit “I always tell my girlfriends, the next best thing to seeing a naked man is seeing a man in a well-tailored suit.” —Ferrara

6. Tuxedo “A great-fitting tuxedo on a man, that’s super sexy.” —Ferrara

7. Eye-catching watch “We always look at watches. That’s something that gets women’s attention. It doesn’t have to be expensive, just something that stands out.” —McGary

8. Or some other wrist item “If you’re not a watch guy, then wear a leather band, a cloth band, a woven rope. Something that catches our eye and shows you’re trying a little.” —McGary

9. Hat or scarf… or both “Women are attracted to accessories. So even if you’re wearing something pretty simple, you can add a scarf or a hat, and a woman will appreciate it. One little accessory can make such a difference.” —McGary

10. Vest “Women really like vests on guys. It’s a nice alternative to the dress shirt and blazer. Don’t be afraid of it!” —Ferrara

11. Something bright and playful “When a guy thinks outside the box and wears a bright shirt or a colorful tie, we really love that. It always puts a smile on our faces.” —McGary

12. Great-fitting jeans “Guys don’t want to see girls in Mom jeans. We don’t want to see you in super baggy jeans, either. They should fit you really well. We like to see your tush.” —Ferrara

13. Clean sneakers “If you’re wearing sneakers around us, make sure they’re the nice ones, the ones you keep in a box. Save the dirty, everyday ones for your buddies.” —McGary

14. Sharp shoes or boots “Women love to buy shoes for themselves. So it makes sense they’re going to pay close attention to a guy’s shoes as well. For a lot of women, it’s the first thing they look at.” —Pasman

15. A little skin “Just like guys like to look at women’s bodies, women like to look at guys’ bodies. If you’ve worked hard on yours in the gym, show it off.” —Ferrara

Source: MadeMan.com

So you’re considering going selvedge? Here are five points to remember when searching for the perfect pair of selvedge denim.

1. Raw verses selvedge Contrary to popular belief, raw denim and selvedge are not interchangeable words. Selvedge is denim that has been woven on shuttle looms, this creates a tightly woven band running up the fabric’s edge – preventing it from fraying. Raw, is any fabric that hasn’t been distressed, washed, rinsed, or otherwise treated to make it feel soft or look artificially aged. Although most selvedge jeans are sold raw, not all of them are.

2. Go snug, not sag Selvedge will contour to your body over time. Let it work its magic by starting snug – leave just enough room to fit your pointer finger between your body and pant. Soon they will fit like a glove, and you’ll be quite comfortable.

3. Denim weight for winter and summer Denim is measured in ounces per yard, and can range from as light as eight ounces to as heavy as 32. Lightweight jeans are more comfortable during the summer, but heavier ones can last longer and give you sharper contrast fades. Midweight will get you where you want to be.

4. Show some cuff When wearing a suit, it’s great to show cuff, especially if you’re sporting a monogram or a nice pair of cufflinks. Denim is no different. Cuffing allows you to show the jeans’ distinctive line of selvedge — the pop of textured fabric can add a little extra contrast to your look. When rolling, have the cuff end just above your ankles.

5. Wash rarely, if at all You may lose the unique indigo dye when you wash. Some experts say, you should never wash, but that’s not always practical. If you’re going to wash, turn them inside out and only use cold water.

It’s officially fall. Although summer scruff was never out, some guys choose to grow facial protection for the fall winter. The question is – how much is too much? GQ put out an article this week that discusses this very topic. The basic underlying idea is balance – do what’s right for your face. Volume, your facial structure, and how you groom also play a role. Read the rundown right here.