The Absolute Best Books on Social Skills
These are the absolute best books on social skills and communication. The best social skills books are the ones that show you how to…
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19 Eye-Opening Social Media and Self Esteem Statistics
Here are 19 eye-opening social media and self esteem statistics from a survey of nearly 1,500 people. Interestingly, most young people reported…
In Review: The Alpha Industries N3B Slim-Fit Parka
For this Alpha Industries N3B Parka review, I subjected the coat to the full rigors of a Canadian winter—and I was surprised to find that it actually…
15 Unmistakable Traits of Confident People
There are 15 unmistakable traits of confident people that clearly signify strength, conviction and power. The one trait that best conveys confidence is…
How to Wear a Pocket Square (Like a Boss)
Wondering how to wear a pocket square? This is the ultimate guide to rocking one with style, class & sophistication. The most important element is…
The 21 Most Stylish Pieces of Men’s Winter Fashion
There are 19 must-have pieces of mens winter fashion guys need in order to stand out and stay warm. The most essential winter clothes for men are…
In Review: Marlowe Shave Cream
For this Marlowe shave cream review, I subjected their shaving lather to a thorough test, and was surprised to find that it actually…
How to Buy Your First Suit: The Ultimate Guide
Get everything you need to know about how to buy your first suit (and then some!), and find the perfect kit to fit your body, budget and style.
The 7 Most Stylish Ways to Wear a Scarf for Men
There are 7 vital things to remember when learning how to wear a scar for men. Want to look sharp while keeping your neck warm? The most important thing…
What to Wear in the Fall: The Ultimate Guide to Men’s Fall Fashion
There are 24 pieces of men’s fall clothing that stylish guys wear to look sharp in autumn. Of course, the key to nailing men’s fall fashion is…
How to Wear Rock a Messenger Bag
There are a few crucial things guys need to know if they want to rock a messenger bag with style. The best way to make it look sharp is…
In Review: Saxx Underwear
I did a thorough Saxx underwear review to find out if they really offer as much support as they claim—and I was surprised to find out that they…
In Review:
Uniqlo’s Merino Wool Sweater
To conduct an in-depth Uniqlo sweaters review, I wore the sh*t out of their merino wool v-neck for months, and was surprised to find that it…
In Review: Johnston & Murphy Karnes Cap Toe Boot
In this Johnston & Murphy Karnes Cap Toe boot review, find out why the number one reason to buy this boot is not its sleek look, but the way it…
The 9 Most Stylish Men’s Casual Boots to Wear with Jeans
There are 9 stylish, must-have types of mens casual boots to wear with jeans. The one type of boot that looks the most stylish when paired with denim is…
How to Wear Rock a Blue Suit and Brown Shoes
There are a few key things the best dressed men do to make a blue suit and brown shoes look sharp. The best way to take the look next-level is to…
Hawthorne Cologne Review (Plus: Bonus Reviews of Their Deodorant and Body Wash!)
For this Hawthorne cologne review, I sprayed on their “work” and “play” scents everyday for a month, and was surprised to find that neither one was…
The (Absolute) Best Casual Shoes for Men
From the sharpest sneakers to the best shoes to wear with jeans, these are the 35 best men’s casual shoes. The key to rocking casual shoes for men is…
13 of the Best Men’s Pea Coats You Can Buy Online
These are the 13 best men’s pea coats that will help you sharpen your outerwear game and look great in any weather. The best pea coats are…
How to Wear Rock a Shawl Collar Cardigan
Why learn how to wear a shawl collar cardigan when you could learn how to ROCK one? The most important thing to know about rocking a shawl collar is…
The Most Stylish Men’s Dress Shirts Colors
There are 8 must-have men’s dress shirts colors for guys who want to look their best. The one shirt color that’s most essential for well dressed men is…
The (Most Stylish & Absolute) Best Men’s Pants Colors
There are 14 must-have men’s pants colors for guys who want to look their best. The one pants color that’s most essential for well dressed men is…
8 Fundamental Pieces of Fashion Advice I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Was 21
Shorten your learning curve and keep yourself from making the same (embarrassing) mistakes I made by following these eight fundamental principles of men’s style.
The 3 Most Fundamental Body Language Tips for Men
These are the three most fundamental body language tips for men who want to project pride, strength and confidence—without saying a single word.
Awesome Profile Pictures for Guys: 5 Proven Ways to Make Your Shots Stand Out
There are 5 keys to creating the most awesome profile pictures for guys. The one thing that makes dating profile pictures for guys most effective is…
How to Make Great Small Talk
Find out how to start conversations, keep them going naturally, avoid awkward pauses and leave people with a positive impression of you.
7 Surprising Things I Learned While Working at a Fitness Magazine (That You Wouldn’t Learn By Reading It)
Here are the seven most surprising fitness industry facts I learned while working at a top fitness magazine. The most counterintuitive was probably…
How to Talk to Attractive Women: 3 Simple Steps to Converse with Confidence
Good news guys: it doesn’t HAVE to be terrifying. If you want to know how to talk to attractive women, the first and most important thing you need to…
37 Powerful Signs of a Confident Man
There are (at least!) 31 signs of a confident man that project strength, conviction and self-assurance. The first and most fundamental of these is…
How Skinny Guys Can Build Muscle
I spent years wondering – desperately – how skinny guys can build muscle. Eventually, I discovered that if you want to pack on pounds, you have to…
The 11 Best Men’s Topcoats Available on Amazon
These are the 11 best men’s topcoats that will help you sharpen your outerwear game and look great no matter the weather. The best top coats are…
9 Fundamental First Date Tips for Guys (That I Wish Someone Had Told Me!)
These are the 9 most fundamental first date tips for guys who want to make a strong first impression. The most important thing to remember is…
10 Beginner Weight Lifting Tips I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Started Working Out
It took me years to figure out how to effectively build strength and muscle. To shorten your own learning curve, you need to…
The Best Men’s Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis
These are the best shoes for guys who have heel pain due to plantar fasciitis. The best men’s shoes for plantar fasciitis are the ones that help you…
The Ultimate Guide to Tapers, Fades & Taper Fades
If you want your hair to look its best, you need to understand the nuanced differences between a taper vs fade haircut. The biggest difference is…
How to Become a More Confident Man
This is a comprehensive strategy any guy wondering how to become a more confident man can use to strengthen his self esteem and empower himself to…
Advice for Shy Guys:
13 Things About Socializing I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Was 21
These are the top 13 pieces of advice for shy guys that I WISH someone had told me when I was 21. The first and most important thing is to remember…
3 Easy Ways to Go Sockless in Summer
Expose your ankles to the summer sun—without exposing your coworkers, friends or date to your funky foot stank.
11 Easy Ways to Eat Clean & Stay Lean
Discover some proven, effective and easy ways to eat clean, and find out firsthand why a strong body isn’t built in the gym—it’s built in the kitchen.
In Review: The Banana Republic Luxury Touch Polo
Find out why Banana Republic’s Luxe Touch Polo delivers the best bang for your buck—and how to snag one at a great price.
Steve Mc(F-ing)Queen:
A Bit of Reverence for a Style Icon
Find out why they called him The King of Cool – and how you can dress like him.
5 Ways for Single Guys to Make Valentine’s Day Suck Less
Don’t let [email protected]¢&ing Hallmark win! Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be miserable if you’re single. The first and most effective way to survive the day is to…
Negative Thoughts Not Your Fault, Your Brain is Just an Asshole, says Science
According to science, the reason why negative thoughts come in mind so easily has little to do with you. It turns out your brain is just kind of an asshole.
Book Review: You Are a Badass
With You Are a Badass, author Jen Sincero has written a self-help book for people who never thought they’d like – or even bother reading – self-help books. Sincero begins the book by explaining her own, somewhat tumultuous relationship with self-improvement and self-help. Finding herself unsatisfied with her lot in life, and feeling that all-too-relatable …
7 Self-Confidence Tips for Men—and 7 Myths to Stop Believing
There are 7 crucial confidence tips for men to remember if they want to strengthen their self esteem, the first and most important of which is…
Book Review: How to Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes
Have you ever thought to yourself, “I bet a menopausal woman with corny jokes can make me a master socializer”? Well as it turns out, you damn well should have, because…
Book Review: Discipline Equals Freedom Field Manual by Jocko Willink
Check out my full review of Jocko Willink’s Discipline Equals Freedom Field Manual. The number one thing you need to know before buying this book is…
Book Review: How to Win Friends & Influence People
In this book review of How to Win Friends & Influence People, find out how Dale Carnegie’s classic work can make you more confident by showing you how…
Book Review: The Charisma Myth by Olivia Fox Cabane
What are the three central elements of charisma? Is it really possible for introverts to project charisma and confidence? Find out in this review of the The Charisma Myth by Olivia Fox Cabane.
Book Review: Compelling People
In this Compelling People book review discover the key to becoming influential, as authors John Neffinger and Matthew Kohut lay out a proven system for…