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Look for these four elements in the men’s fashion and you will turn heads when you enter a room, lift eyebrows in the interview process and land in the winner circle both personally and professionally.

1. Fresh and Fit

Men’s fashions have changed considerably over the years. While jeans and khakis are a staple, the blue suit is a necessity and a few crisp white shirts the backbone of a fashionable man. You can update your wardrobe with a fine merino wool black turtleneck; a sharp detailed designer belt and new shoes. Attention to a few small details can lead a man of any age to a fresh new fashionable look. Purchase your trousers just a little loose at the waist; please do not try to buy the smallest size you can fit into. Do up your belt just a little looser, so that your trousers sit a little lower on the hip.

2. Fit and Fresh

A fit man looks far more fashionable then one who does not take care of himself. He exudes an aura of confidence and nonchalance, this man can get away with more fashion eccentricities in men’s fashions then the man who is carrying an extra 25lbs or more. Fragrance can also be a clear men’s fashion statement. The way that you smell can be dated pretty quickly. Fragrances go off, if you have had yours for more than a year. Dump it and buy new. Not in the budget this week? Go to the men’s fragrance counter, chat up the guy or girl behind the counter and take home a few samples. Do this until you find the sent that is best for you and you have the budget to purchase or put it on your birthday/holiday list.

3. The Right locks.

Men’s fashion hairstyle is another important element of personal style. Look through Hollywood movie star rags or websites and find a look that might work for your face, age and amount of hair remaining. Remember, bald is sexy; thinning long combed over hair is not! Try out one of the online programs that show men’s fshion hairstyles and put in your picture to try out different styles and colours. Better yet, find a great barber or hairdresser and listen to his advice about hair length, colour and style that will best suit you and your career.

4. The Hand Shake

The very fashionable man has manicured nails (both hands and feet), and with the latest in facial grooming a clean-shaven or well kept beard. If you are going for the 5o’clock shadow, everything else must be impeccable, clean white shirt, untucked, designer jeans, the right length jacket, Italian leather shoes and a simple silver thumb ring. Men’s fashion dictates that nails be short, clean and well cared for. Get a nail file and a buff, or if you can’t get yourself to a manicurist take a look at websites that will give you direction and photos of how they should look.

All about Understatement and Moderation

Skinny jeans and skinny ties are what are in this year in men’s fall fashions. A throwback from the 80′s New Wave music scene, it’s all about understatement and a trend toward moderation. Less is more, tried and true traditional, and anything your grandfather might have worn can make you look up-to-date in your clothing choice.

Choose a light weight, button down v- neck cardigan to throw on over your skinny neckwear and jeans. Make sure it’s in earth tones and it will go with everything. Continue to layer and mix and match and you can create a wardrobe that will go anywhere, any time.

Striped Shirts

This year mens shirts with stripes are back in as well and they are being worn with everything from jeans to suits. It should be a staple in Read the rest of this entry »

“Are you really going to wear that?” This is the age-old phrase heard around the nation from women of all ages desperate to enhance their man’s wardrobe. Whether it’s acid-washed tapered jeans, plaid shirts or an addiction to the standard polo shirt, history (and dating) has proven certain (alright, most) men have a noticeable lack of fashion sense.

Despite some men’s shortcomings as a fashion maven, there is help readily available in the form of men’s fashion magazines, Web sites offering advice and tips on the latest looks and makeover shows on TV. But the most important remedy for the male fashion crisis is the in-house stylist, also known as their better half (ie: their girlfriend/wife). That’s right ladies, the editors at Men’s Vogue and Esquire might not be able to get through to your man but chances are that you can.

Behind every great man is a great woman. That means that if a man looks sharp, he probably has his girlfriend or wife to thank. Purchasing a tie, wallet or shirt for your man might even be the ultimate act of women’s lib. Or it may just be an easier way to be seen in public with your man; you decide.

According to Anna Miller, owner and CEO of eFashionHouse.com, which was named “Best of the Web” by People Magazine StyleWatch Fall 2006 for discount high-end designer accessories, there has been a jump in men’s accessory sales. “I have women contacting me all the time to purchase a designer wallet or tie for their guy,” says Miller. “They tell me they know their husband or boyfriend won’t wear the pants or shirt they buy them, but they will use the wallet, tie, belt, cufflinks, etc.”

You can help too, whether it’s starting out with a nice Calvin Klein leather wallet or the ever-stylish Gucci version (for the less budget-conscious). This subtle enhancement can slowly evolve into an entire wardrobe makeover. What starts with a wallet can progress into a new tie and belt and eventually become a new shirt, sweater, pants and suit. Your man will appreciate your interest in his appearance, and he’ll be very happy once he sees the results.

You know your man’s Velcro contraption (When did he buy that? The ’80s?) or that wallet he’s had since college? Imagine having it replaced by a gorgeous black leather Ralph Lauren or Calvin Klein. These choices won’t break your budget and will help make him look fashionable. How about accenting that boring black suit (at least it was black when he bought it) with a silk grey Armani tie?

With the online holiday shopping season just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to help your man. If you don’t want to lose precious shopping time hitting the streets, Read the rest of this entry »

Men’s winter wear is no more a protection garment but a style statement. Gone are the days of a simple snow-proof overcoat and big buttoned leather jackets in browns and black. Combining style in regular outfits is the mantra.

Sweaters are going through a makeover from simple polo necked ones to zippers and pull overs. The quality of wool is also getting superior to overcome lint problems after a wash. As winter nears, shops are stocked with bright colours in red, orange, aqua blue and pristine whites. There is a variety of range offered with context to fabric and the use. Short coats in woolen are wearable for mild winters in tropical areas. Matched with a muffler and a head gear one is ready to meet the winter winds.

Ponchos for men come in huge stripes or monotonous fish net kind of woolen weaving. Easy to wear and discard, this is a regular wear in the hilly areas. Formal comfort in woolens includes designer jackets. A leather and denim jacket is a compulsory wardrobe asset for men. Heavy denims are perfect for cool night outings.

The idea is to experiment with colours and break the boredom. Style and skin comfort need not be compromised. Pure woolens are a treasure and last for years and investing in them is a good idea. Wraps and shawls are easy wears. Special heavy thermals and tough boots for expeditions. Mens winter coats are also available in a wide range of fabric, patterns and designs.

Necklines can be chosen from low v necks to round necks, Chinese collars, collared T shirts and Turtlenecks. Whether sleeveless, half sleeved or full sleeves comfort is guaranteed. Heavy lined track pants and shirts with hoods for casual wear. Knit wear is classy and comes in medium weights. Choose among, heavy weight woolens, wrap, inner vests, cashmere, sweaters that allow a peek of your shirt collars (shells) or change your style with a fleece jacket.

Feel wonderful with a trench coat, thermal inners vests and slacks, snow proof easy-wash jackets and jumpers and you are ready to face this winter.

For more resources on men’s winter wear and fashion trends check innovations in fashion designing [http://www.fashiondesigning.in].

Contrary to what society would have one believe, women are not flocking to the man with his pants at his ankles and 3lbs worth of jewelry hanging from his ears, arms, and chest. Instead, women typically prefer a man who looks as if he just stepped out of GQ magazine — the often overlooked neat and conservative fellow. However, these neat and conservative dressers are oftentimes overshadowed by the millions of men who commit fashion suicide on a daily basis. Tube socks with dress suits, ill-fitted suits, and mismatched or over-coordinated apparel are just a few of the fashion mistakes men make. Don’t be ashamed if you are perpetrator of these crimes against fashion. A sense of fashion does not come overnight. The following tips will help you become more fashionable with easy to implement strategies to help improve your wardrobe and overall appeal.

Fashion crimes to avoid:

The Hangover Suit

Topping the list of turn offs for women is a man who shows up wearing a suit that looks as if it was used as pajamas the night before. Having a clean and crisp appearance is vital if you wish to appear the least bit presentable. It doesn’t take much to go over your clothes with an iron the night before, or at the least, invest in getting your suits cleaned once a week at your neighborhood cleaners.

Taste the Rainbow

Believe it or not, women look at even the most subtle fashion combinations. You can then understand why it is important to choose wisely when coordinating your shirts, ties, and suit coats. There are certain patterns that clash with each other. Take for example the following fashion suicide combination: a plaid jacket, polka dot tie and striped shirt. This is too much pattern concentrated in one place. Be wise. One pattern should never overpower the other. Instead, it should accentuate its counterpart. If you wish to combine items, combine colors, not patterns, to make your outfit pop. By mixing darker colors with its lighter partner on the color wheel you are able to help both items make a statement without overdoing it.

The Roman Solider

Look, we know you have muscles! There is no need to exaggerate it with 5 inch shoulder pads sewn into your suits. Avoid this look like the plague.

Shaggy the Dog

Did you forget that you have a head too? Read the rest of this entry »

Boyfriends, husbands and fathers are some of the most difficult to buy for when it is holiday or birthday time. Many children are taught from a young age to buy gifts that they themselves would enjoy and may not get on a regular basis. This is taught because often they are attending birthday parties of children their own age and gender. However, this approach to gift giving doesn’t always translate.

Boyfriends, husbands and fathers have suffered enough from the endless photo frames, clothing “outfits” and random items that their well-meaning girlfriends, wives, and children gave them. Men enjoy items that are functional, in fact, the more functional it is, the more it is enjoyed. The Swiss Army knife is a perfect example of one small item that does so many useful things. When women start giving functional gifts to the special men in their lives, those gifts will spend less time gathering dust and more time being put to good use.

Technology. While each man has different interests, there are a variety of technological tools that can be fun and Read the rest of this entry »

Peter Werth is well known is an upmarket clothing brand and is behind much of the resurgence in classic stylings of the 70s, with such a rich fashion history they have become famous in their search to combine formal styles with the latest trends. Its heritage takes it back to north east London with roots stretching back to 1975. The brand first defined itself as a specialist known for their quality knitwear but not long until they managed to identify themselves as a brand with a sharp contemporary signature.

If you know Peter Werth Clothing you know its all about the knitwear as you will always find classic jumpers, shirts and cardigans and in many pastel shades with light detail and modest fittings. Broaden your horizon and be coaxed by Peter Werth into a Polo Shirt or long sleeve with its many contemporary colours and designs to choose from you can feel and be dressed for any occasion in a single Polo or classic long sleeve shirt. If you’re a follower of this remarkable brand you will know that its not just about knits or the Polo’s, with a Peter Werth T-shirt you can easily dress casual in a smart brand and make the most of both worlds, as with so many contained or loud T-shirts for you to choose from you will likely have difficulty deciding which to go for!

Got a special meal or trying to shape up at work? If you are seeking that smart shirt to dine out in and don’t want to look as though you came straight from work or even if Read the rest of this entry »

The year 2009, is nearing to an end and fashion gurus from the world have announced 2010 Trends for Urban Hip Hop clothing. Let us have a look at what is going to rule the market is the next year:

Women’s urban hip hop clothing trend for autumn and winter:

• Fashion experts announce that chunky knits are going to rule the clothing trends in winter. Thick textures in different colors would be trendy. Stylish knitted scarves and knitted jumper sweater would be the preferred accessories in the coming season.

• Laddered Stocking is clearly the trend for women clothing in 2010. Well, this look was first spotted in 2008 and has quickly picked up since then.

Celebrities such as Kate Moss have worn this look. The ideal way of wearing laddered stocking is to wear it with a short skirt. Thus, we are sure that short skirts are going to be another trend this season. Taking laddered stocking little further, super tight jeans with a few shreds here and there is too considered a hot trend in 2010.

Women’s urban hip hop clothing trend for 2010 spring:

• Transparent clothing will come back in the spring of 2010. Katie Holmes is spotted with this look.

• One shouldered dress is also going to hit 2010 with a big bang.

• Denim skirts and one piece would be a rage in 2010.

Men’s urban hip hop clothing trend for 2010 for winter and spring:

• Denims would rule the men’s urban fashion. Read the rest of this entry »

The cardigan has long been a staple item of clothing in the wardrobe of many a woman – but, while cardigans have always been a unisex staple of knitwear, the men’s cardigan has recently experienced a fashion resurrection. In fact, the men’s cardigan is one of this year’s most essential male fashion items.

But this trend of male cardigans is nothing new. Famous male cardigan wearers throughout the twentieth century have included a range of personalities, from the American comedian Bill Crosby and the British comedian and TV presenter Simon Amstell, to the renowned children’s writer Roald Dahl and even rock legend Kurt Cobain.

In fact, the Cardigan was first named after James Thomas Brudnell, the 7th Earl of Cardigan, who was a British military commander during the Crimean War; since this time the cardigan has always been worn by both sexes. The male cardigan even made the headlines in the twentieth century, when the outspoken Bulgarian-born broadcaster and dissident, Georgi Markov, was involved in an attempted assassination – a poisonous pellet was saved from entering his skin too deeply because he was wearing a very thick woollen cardigan!

2007 sees a range of men’s cardigans transform a range of men’s fashion outlets – from the catwalk to designer boutiques and top high street fashion stores. Whether you’re looking for a smart cardigan to adorn a formal outfit, or you’re more interested in finding a stripy cardigan to complete an effortlessly casual look, 2007 is the year to enhance your wardrobe with cardigans!

This season’s collections sees many top fashion retailers in the UK take their influences from the Beatnik era of the 1950s and 1960s, with strains of Parisian chic and jazz-soaked fashion penetrating the Spring/Summer 2007 look. Casual cardigans were a large part of the sophisticated image perpetrated by both well-known French philosophers, like Jean Paul Sartre, and legends of the American beat generation, Jack Kerouac and William Boroughs. If this is the look you’re going for this season, then make sure you invest in some stripy cardigans or plain woollen cardigans for maximum effect.

And as the summer fast approaches, cardigans could also form an essential part of your festival fashion wardrobe. In fact, the men’s cardigan is one of the most flexible and adaptable items of clothing a man could own. For instance, a cardigan can be worn loose during the day over a t-shirt for a chic but informal look; however, paired with a skinny tie, smart trousers and formal shoes for an effortlessly stylish evening look. So make sure you’re not left out of this year’s men’s cardigan revolution and give yourself the freedom to adapt your look!

We all want to give off our own unique image to the world at hand. It doesn’t matter what image you would like the world to see. If you’re not dressing to match your body style, then it doesn’t matter what you choose to wear since you’re only going to be wasting your time. No matter how you see yourself, be it either trendy, corporate or casual, your overall goal is to look complete.

A man’s body usually varies less in form with other men than a woman’s body does, but that doesn’t mean that variations don’t exist. It is important for every guy to know how to dress for their own body type as well as which style they should avoid at all costs. Knowing these tricks is the key to honing their own unique, personal style. Dress for your body type, find clothes flattering for you, and avoid the common body-type faux pas men make through these quick tips:

Monochromatic colors – You don’t want to wear a shirt with a pair of pants in two contrasting colors. A white shirt with black pants will not only make you look like a waiter but also break you in half with your belly and hips standing out from the rest of you. Wear shirts and pants which are similar in color creating a nice, clean impression. It will also make you look ten pounds thinner. Actually anything in black will make you look slimmer, just make sure you add some color with accessories to prevent that goth look. Steer clear of turtlenecks – For those of you out there who are body mass challenged or on the heavier side, you don’t want to be wearing turtlenecks this winter. Try to buy sweaters or long sleeve shirts with a V-neck. This naturally draws the eyes downward creating the effect of a sleeker silhouette. It also makes you appear to have a longer neck instead of your short neck or double chin. Say no to horizontal stripes – There are a large number of guys out there who have a little more in the stomach area than they would like. Sometimes it’s a beer belly, other times it just lack of exercise. If you are one of these guys, then you need to stop wearing shirts with horizontal stripes. Vertical ones are ok but say no to Read the rest of this entry »