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Side-by-side illustration of a man wearing the same light-blue button-up shirt, comparing an untucked look with a visible undershirt to rolled sleeves, a neat collar and a French tuck. Text reads โ€œSame shirt. Sharper look.โ€

The Small Details That Make Your Shirt Look Sharp as Hell

Adapted from Sharp as Hell Developed through years of research and personal testing, these shirt styling tips were adapted from Dave Bowdenโ€™s Amazon-bestselling book, Sharp as Hell: A No-BS Style Book For Men. Key Takeaways Small details make the same shirt look sharper. A neat collar, deliberate tuck and well-rolled sleeves can improve the shirts …

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My Style Story

B ack when I was in college, my style left a lot to be desired.  (As the photo featured here, taken by my mom the day I left for orientation, sadly makes clear.) Up until that point, I really hadnโ€™t thought much about the way I dressed, or the way a manโ€™s overall look can make an …

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How to Match Colors for Men

Stop clashing and start standing out. Master the art of color coordination, verified by a scientific study about the most attractive color combos.

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The Perfect Proportions for Sharp Style

How should your clothes fit if you want to look strong, virile and socially attractive? The answer, it turns out, is one part art, one part scienceโ€”and, weirdly, two parts ninja turtle.

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How to Create a Minimalist, Timeless & Stylish Capsule Wardrobe

Here’s a secret that I’m willing to share with you, but only on the condition that you never tell my wife I confessed it: I have way too many damn clothes.  As a style blogger, Iโ€™m lucky enough to receive samples from lots of cool brands, and over the years my closet has started to …

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In Review: Beckett Simonon Shoes

After wearing two pairs of Beckett Simonon’s shoes on and off for six years, I’ve put together a full review of their quality, value and…

In Review: Amberjack Chelsea Boots

I’ve owned one pair of Amberjack Chelseas for two years and another for about three months now. Here are my thoughts on their style, quality and comfort after wearing the hell out of both pairs.