Accessories

All About Your Belt: How to know whether the leather is worth it

July 26, 2012
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Have you ever seen a belt with an $80 price tag and wondered what in the world could make a belt so expensive? After all, what’s the point of spending as much as I’d pay for a decent casual pair of shoes on a strip of leather with a buckle on it that I could buy at Target for $15?

On the inside, I always knew that the quality of belts varied, but not until now did I know the real reasons behind the differing leathers. Continue on to learn the differences, and finally be able to decide if that expensive belt is worth the price.

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How to embrace trends without completely victimizing yourself

May 3, 2012

Hey gents,

You have to admit, trends are unavoidable. Some are so stealthy, maybe even ubiquitous, that it’s hard to tell if something is considered “classic” or if it’s actually trendy.

Sometimes one piece is a classic over the long term, but comes in and out of popularity throughout the years, taking it from something standard to something really trendy and eventually back again.

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Keep yer pants on: What to look for in a belt, plus the one belt you need

February 17, 2012

Belts are one of those afterthoughts, aren’t they? Kind of like your wallet after you purchase it: you don’t really think about it until you need to buy another one, which, if you buy quality, won’t be for years. So if you’re like me, make this purchase count so you won’t be full of regret for the lifespan of this thing.

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Back to Basics: Which socks do I wear with these?

January 5, 2012

I understand there are a bunch of guys still unsure about which socks to choose when figuring out what to wear for the day. So, if you’re a fan of these Back to Basics articles, you might find this one pretty useful.

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Be a real man, dress like a girl!

October 24, 2011

Seriously, there is a ton to learn when you’re checking out the right women… lessons that are immediately applicable to your own wardrobe, style, and swagger.

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