Dapper Style

The Zack Efron Hair

2010-11-15T18:19:00.000-06:00

And here's the dapper gentleman, Zack Efron. What makes Mr. Efron so distinguishable (aside from his facial features)? Take a guess.

His hair! In this particular picture, Mr. Efron has a less exaggerated look (compared to what he usually sports). If you're in the mood to grow out your hair, take great care to do it right. There's nothing less attractive than greasy, messy looking hair.

Having long hair needs a great deal of maintenance, weekly or biweekly trips to your barber are a must. Ask your barber to shape it, trim along the ears, sideburns and neck. Also, next time, ask your barber to feather/thin-out your hair, this will make combing it slightly across your forehead a little easy. Style it with a little mousse, or light, low shine pomade.

2009-08-25T11:11:00.001-05:00

Hello everybody. I can now post directly from my cell phone. Isn't that awesome?

A Fresh Look to the Past

2009-08-21T18:08:00.000-05:00

Glasses… by far the most popular of all accessories; well they’re at least the most prominent. Who doesn’t like glasses? Be it shades or spectacles, the classics are making a comeback.

Smooth talkers like Cary Grant wore the turtle shelled, the FBI wore the horn rimmed, and geniuses like Le Cobusier wore that eccentric pair. So what’s “in”? Get ready to start digging through Grandpa’s collection and you just might be able to find some hidden treasures. Let’s just hope that they’re not as moth eaten like his double breasted suits.

These glasses are more than classics, they’re timeless. Check out this pair by Oliver Peoples.

Here’s Johnny Depp sporting a similar pair.

The Mad Men Suit

2009-08-20T17:42:00.001-05:00

Who doesn't like the austere sincerity of the truly luxurious or dim shimmer of the classic Grey Suit? Popularized and better sported by the handsome Jon Hamm (Don Draper) of AMC's Mad Men, the Grey Suit is making a comeback among today's businessmen.

The color and fabric shows the nature of the man behind the suit. The cold and calculating businessman, the man who's in charge of his affairs, the one who's in control of his future. That is the true image of the power suit, and it is indestructble.

Take note of the thin lapels and the equally thin tie. It seems to prove that the man makes thes suit, not the othe way around. Pleats on the pants and cuffs are tacky and are an unecessary accessory. The motto of modern minamlism, Less is More applies to the suit. Stop hiding behind all the accessories, and showcase your best and most influential accessory, YOU!

Also take note of its simplicity and austerity that seems to go beyond obvious luxury. Don't forget the simply folded white pocket square.

The George Clooney classic tuxedo

2008-08-26T16:24:00.006-05:00

Ahh... the classic tuxedo, timeless, unpretentious, approachable, its no wonder it's on George Clooney's wardrobe arsenal. And it should be on yours too. In the world of dinner jackets and tuxedos the classics are experiencing a revival.

Check out this classic cut one button jacket. Take special notice of the Shawl Lapels. Few people know the difference between the different kinds of lapels in a suit. You can have the Shawl lapels, the Peaked Lapels, and the Notched Lapels. It really all depends on your own personal preference but also consider how it fits on your build. Narrow chested men tend to go towards the peaked lapels which are wider and more prominent, makes your chest look larger.

Also, when being fitted for a tuxedo, pay special attention to the buttons, go with the single button for the classic look.For a modern look go with a two button. However, try not to go beyond the two buttons, its not an army jacket.>

This is George Clooney in a two button tuxedo with notched lapels.

How to dress like Brad Pitt

2008-07-23T13:29:00.001-05:00

There are few men as dapper as Brad Pitt. He can wear the hell out of a suit. You can too, without the expensive tailor or the hundred dollar hair cut. It's easy, you just have to know where to shop.

Tortoise shell classic Ray Bans. They're back in style and they're making a killing on the red carpet. Back from the days of Cary Grant and Gary Cooper, it's fast becoming the new retro look. Personally it's a relief and a vast improvement from those bee-like sunglasses that Prada and Armani were pumping out a while back.

The grey suit, is back. Or has been for a while. Except now it's experiencing a renaissance. You don't need the expensive tailor. Hugo and Calvin Klein have very accessible ready to wear suits, in many different styles. Make sure to pay attention to the lapels. On this picture Brad Pitt is wearing a suit with medium sized lapels, I personally like narrower lapels. If they're too wide, you'll end up looking like a cheap 50's gangster.

Check out the suit selection at BlueFly.com. Can't afford the suit, consider a jacket. When shopping online for suits, you have to pay special attention to your sizes. Many people don't know how to properly measure themselves for suits, mainly because they never have to. There are plenty of guides out there that can help you.