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Cigars 101: Choosing Your First Humidor

April 24, 2013
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So you’re new to the world of cigars, and you’ve at least gotten as far as knowing how not to look like an idiot when smoking one. One thing you’ll find out quickly is that cigars need to be stored properly in humidors in order to preserve them in all their glory.

Installing a humidor in your own home allows you to keep your cigars in top-notch condition, just like when you buy them from your local tobacconist. This can be an intimidating prospect for a newbie, however.

Maybe you’ve seen some of the posh, upscale humidors which are designed as much for looks as they are for functionality. If you have that kind of money to spend, by all means, be our guest.

If you don’t though, read on for advice on purchasing your first humidor without breaking the bank.

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10 Rookie Mistakes That Keep You Looking Sloppy

April 3, 2013
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Being a rookie is brutal.

You want to fix your style, but you don’t know where to start. Let’s face it; you don’t even know what needs fixing.

But it’s not your fault. You’re a rookie and you’ll always make rookie mistakes.

Unless of course, someone who’s already made them all tells you exactly what they are. Then you could just skip them altogether…

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Cigars 101: How NOT to look like an idiot when smoking a cigar

March 12, 2013
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As a man, there may come a time when someone offers you a cigar to share in a celebration – the birth of a child, a new job, successfully moving into a new home, or some other memorable event.

If you are not a smoker, then you politely decline, but if you are a smoker – even a casual one or a pipe enthusiast – then by all means gladly accept the gesture and enthusiastically take part in the celebration.

But if you have never felt comfortable with the art of cigar smoking, what do you do?

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Watch That Wrist: Five reasons why a luxury timepiece is a worthwhile investment

February 14, 2013
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The argument of “What’s the point of buying a luxury watch? They all do the same thing…” is one that is common but there are plenty of reasons why you should, if your finances allow, opt for a $2000 watch instead of a $200 piece.

We’re going to take a look at some of the most compelling reasons that luxury watches cost more than their cheaper counterparts and, resultantly, why they are worthy of your investment.

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Seven Shameful Confessions of an Embarrassed Style Blogger

January 22, 2013
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The time is never quite right to take your style to the next level, is it?

You always have one more thing to take care of before you begin.

You have some excess gut you need to burn off, you need to get your finances in tip-top shape, or you simply have more to learn.

So you never get started.

You wait until the time is perfect. You read, you read, and you read some more, thinking once that perfect time comes, you’ll be fully prepared. You’ll know everything you need to know.

But the time will never be perfect.

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