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Building A Metrosexual Wardrobe

Whether you're just getting into style or trying to upgrade your look, there are certain items that todays metro hip man needs in his style arsenal. First up are good shoes. Shoes form the foundation of any wardrobe so its important that you get it right by having a balanced collection which would include a number of formal & casual shoes.
After footwear we're gonna need ideal bottom coordinates. You got to have at least a pair of stone khaki's in your wardrobe. They are very versatile and ideal for all seasons. Notice the silhouette guys, if your looking to make a statement get skinny fit or slim pants. If your over stuffing yourself this holiday, hit the treadmill as soon as the festivities are over :o]
You also need a good number of denim pants centered around light blue, dark blue and black. Slim or skinny fit too. It's cool to buy some with longer lengths so you can peg them.
If you're building up your casual shirts collection, stick to solids and avoid print tees as they tend to go out of style fast while polo's roundnecks and v-necks are classics that never go out of style.
No man can ever have to many white shirts, and if your starting to build a wardrobe they are the first you should invest in. After which you can get black and also a bit of plaid. Slim fit shirts people and Micro collared ones look more elegant and dressy.
Blazers are de riguer for all men. they make you look elegant with very little effort. The first colors to invest in are usually black and navy after which grey follows traditionally. Skinny fit does it here too, the most important thing about a blazer is how it fits the wearer.
Your also gonna need a couple of knits. Cardigans are good investments as well as crew necks which are timeless. A couple of v neck's would do too.
Finally, accessories complete an outfit and help to portray the wearer's style and persona more. You can give a couple of people the same kinds of accessories and they all end up using them in different ways. That's the personal touch accessories provide.

Topman Bretton Shorts

I'm diggin these Bretton Shorts from Topman. They have track pants/joggers feel cos they are fastened by a rope at the waist. They are cool for anyone living in the tropics or people who hope to escape for a few days to the tropics. Better still you can save em for spring :o]

Adidas x Jeremy Scott Spring 2010 Footwear

Hypebeast shares with us more images of the Adidas Originals X Jeremy Scott spring 2010 collection which is set to hit selected stores in february and Adidas Originals stores sometime later. Jeremy plays well on his wild side with this collection which is mainly a re-interpretation of Adidas classics with the addition of a fringed tasseled design.

The wings are also back in two different color ways , but the most fascinating part for me was the use of rhinestones. Great to see mens footwear bejeweled and not lose its masculinity.


Adidas x Jeremy Scott Spring 2010 Jacket

I'm a big fan of Adidas Originals and their collaboration with Kansas born American designer Jeremy Scott now in its second season continues to impress me. Love the futuristic look as well the embellishment on this baseball jacket, its du jour.

Q&A: Blank Label


I had the rare opportunity to speak with the creative s behind online custom shirt makers Blank Label about their influential and growing label known for it's quality and customer service.


What led to the creation of Blank Label?


Blank Label was created out of spite for the mass-product retail industry. We wanted to create a product that was individually made by our consumer, because wearing something that every other guy bought from H&M wasn't appealing to us. So we decided to create custom dress shirts, and with our custom dress shirt application, individuals are empowered to design their own product. That's something we wish we had, and because no one could provide that for us, we decided to go out and do it ourselves! and we made it affordable. All of our shirts start at $45.


Blank label has a direct relationship with the final consumer since it performs the retail functions. How has this been helpful to business decision making?


Of course! Being able to connect directly with our customers gives us valuable feedback on how we can improve our product and service. That's the only way we can fully satisfy them. Giving them what they want and hearing it from their mouths is more efficient than us trying to guess what they want and testing it.


How long does it take for an order to be ready?


Our turnaround time is 3 weeks from order placement to your door. 4 weeks if you're not US domestic.


Do you guys plan to branch into Suits and Shoes or is Blank Label all about shirts?


We don't have any immediate plans to do either of these things, but they're in the idea bucket. Perhaps that's something to look into 6-12 months down the road. Right now we're just gunning real hard to nail down dress shirts.


5-10yrs down the road, where would you like Blank Label to be in terms of revenue & brand awareness?


That's a big question. As for revenue, who knows! But for brand awareness, we want to be the brand that empowers you to design your own product. We don't really want to be a brand though, but more of a platform that allows consumers to be their own designers.


P.S: Blank Label is offering readers 10% off their next purchase before 12/31/09 with the following promocode "terencesambo."

Best New Looks [GQ Jan 2010 Editorial]



GQ dresses A Single Man star  Mathew Goode in oufits that preppy men are supposed to be inspired by for spring .






G-Star Raw Reporter Search



International luxury denim brand G-Star pressed button on the search for the best unsigned talent across the web to report live from New York Fashion Week. The world’s best Tweeters, Flickrs, Facebookers and YouTube film-makers will be recruited to file raw reports live from the most exciting fashion week in the world.

The search begins via G-Star Raw’s new site, NYFW site where budding reporters can put themselves forward for consideration and sign up with their social media account. The winners will be chosen by their adoring public; the writer, photographer or film maker with the most votes wins (although G-Star Raw will reserve the right to take a few wildcards along too if talent allows it).







Get Around

Deep Vneck: Topman

Deck Shoes: Asosman

Chunky Skull Ring: Asosman

Lion Head Ring: Topman

Wrap Cuff Bracelets: Asosman

Khaki Holdall: Topman

Skinny Jeans: Topman

Clear Sunglasses: Topman

Oki-ni SALE



Just a little heads up that Oki-Ni have just gone into full sale on the site with up to 50% off sale brands

Topman 1/2 Price Sale

Topman Head over to Topman guys and partake of their half price sale fast before your size runs out :o]

Merry Xmas

Thought to take time and reach out to all my repeat and first time readers, have a wonderful holiday :o]

Mismo Work Bag

Bags play a big role in the preppy or metrosexual mans fashion and style. Their functionality should not be sacrificed totally for aesthetic appeal as well as durability. There is no limit to the amount of bags a man can have as its all up to personal tastes and discretion of each individual user. Thanks to the avalanche of chic manbag designs in recent times there are loads of options to select from.
This Mismo bag available in both colorways @ Oki-Ni combines style with design and would be a worthy investment into your wardrobe this holiday season.


Adrian Morales "The Origin" Jewelry Collection

Fellow Blogger and creative Adrian Morales recently released his new jewelry collection titled "The Origin" which includes a range of necklaces, key rings, bracelets and brooches/kilt pin for the gents and is inspired by his recent journeys, medals of honor, the Boy Scouts of America, kilts worn in the Scottish Highlands during the 16th century and symbols of faith.
It is a combination of recycled, vintage and new materials with contrasting metals. The pieces are limited edition and have history; therefore, each piece is never the same making it unique to the individual.



The Outsiders by VMAN

With a little styling help from Victorinox-designer Pierre-Henri Mattout, photographer Collier Schorr shows us how the cool kids will be hanging out this Spring in this VMAN Issue #17 editorial.




The Port Canvas Company Bags for Men

The Port Canvas Company has for over 34 years been making 100% cotton canvas bags in Kennebunkport, Maine. Each product is sewn start to finish by one person. Available exclusively from YMC in the UK.

T-kwoht Tees

T-kwoht (TEE-QUOTE), is an upscale t-shirt label created out of a passion for words, fashion and helping others, has launched this season’s collection. T-Kwoht’s mission is to change the way the world views words and their impact on each and every one of us, and our lives. Literally, T-Kwoht will change the world. One Tee at the time.
T-kwoht and its founders care. As part of its Global initiative, T-Kwoht will donate a portion of the proceeds of every Tee sold to a charity or a philanthropic endeavor. As part of its Global Awareness and Green Way of Life, each tee is made of 100% organic cotton and all packaging materials are made of 100% recycled paper.
Twelve new designs are released each season and the current collection is available for purchase Online and priced on average at $49.00