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Men's Fashion Basics
Men’s Fashion Basics: 6 Essential Fashion Items
So with the basics for casual wear and suits out of the way I thought it was time for another ‘6 items’ piece. Last time we ran you through the pieces that every guy should have in his wardrobe so this time I thought I’d run through items that you maybe hadn’t thought about until … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: 6 Essential Fashion Items
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Men’s Fashion Basics: The Other 6 Items
Following on from last week’s article on 6 pieces of clothing that all of you guys out there should be wearing, I decided to write a further six because I really am running out of ideas on what to write about these days. No that’s a lie, it was mainly due to the response the … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: The Other 6 Items
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Spring/Summer Fabrics Part 3: Madras & Tropical Wools
Introduction With the sun finally looking to make good on its promise to make an appearance this summer, it’s time for me to finish off our ‘Spring/Summer Essential Fabrics’ series with a double-header: madras and tropical wools. In the warmer months of the year I feel that it’s important to embrace one of menswear’s innermost … Continue reading Spring/Summer Fabrics Part 3: Madras & Tropical Wools
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Men’s Fashion Basics: Trainers with a Suit
Sometimes what appears to be the simplest of sartorial looks can end up being a full on nightmare. The road to perfecting double denim is treacherous – littered with the bodies of many stylish cowboys who have gone before – and will leave you with more than a few embarrassing photo’s along the way. Trust … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: Trainers with a Suit
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Men’s Fashion Basics: Benefits of a Uniform
Once you’ve spent a couple of years deeply immersed in the world of men’s fashion and style, you start coming to a few conclusions. Firstly, there is a huge difference between fashion and style, with the ways they can be incorporated into the real world varying significantly. Secondly, no matter how much you want it … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: Benefits of a Uniform
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Top 10 Items Every Guy Should Own
Something I touched on a little bit in my last article was the tendency for menswear writers and bloggers to overuse adjectives such as ‘versatile’, ‘sprezzatura’ or ‘steez’. We end up applying them to so many different kinds of trends, styles and garments that the real meaning gets completely watered down. It also tends to … Continue reading Top 10 Items Every Guy Should Own
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Men’s Fashion Basics: Trouser, Sock, and Shoe Combos
Sometimes it’s the simplest of things that can cause you the most frustration. Whether it’s that one tie that just can’t be knotted at the right length or that button on your cuff that just won’t button, we all have occasions when a molehill becomes a mountain. I found myself in this exact situation a … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: Trouser, Sock, and Shoe Combos
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Men’s Fashion Basics – Part 93: Tailoring a Suit
Personally, I don’t think a man will ever look better than he does when he wears a suit. It can be worn at a variety of occasions and locations without ever looking too out of place, all the while enabling the individual to look and feel truly stylish. However, a man will never look worse than … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics – Part 93: Tailoring a Suit
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Men’s Fashion Basics: Wearing a Bow Tie
In the last couple of years there has been a real resurgence of bow ties as a legitimate part of a man’s wardrobe attire. It had spent a long time in the fashion wilderness waiting in exile for its chance to return, but thanks to numerous designers and the actor Matt Smith (Doctor Who), it … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: Wearing a Bow Tie
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Men’s Fashion Basics: 5 Shoes Every Man Should Own
Someone said to me a couple of days ago that men will never be into shoes in the same way that women are. I smiled and nodded as is standard in these kinds of situations; however, on reflection and much thought, I disagree. I think guys have always been as obsessed with shoes as much … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: 5 Shoes Every Man Should Own
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Men’s Fashion Basics: Dressing For A Job Interview
Introduction Yes, it’s that time again. You’ve decided to make a change and go for that job you’ve always wanted. Everything is set for you to start your plan for world domination except for one final thing that stands in your way… The interview. Now obviously, this scenario is one in which you want to … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: Dressing For A Job Interview
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The 21st Century 3-Piece Suit
The 3-piece suit is a classic staple in the menswear community. If you’re looking for something that makes you feel put together, powerful and ready to take on the world, then you can’t go far wrong with it. In the same way the double-breasted suit is making a resurgence amongst designers across the board, the … Continue reading The 21st Century 3-Piece Suit
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Dressing for a Summer Wedding
So with the sun slowly making an appearance in our everyday lives, it’s now the time for invitations to start pouring through your letter box. ‘You are cordially invited to attend…’ seems to be the only type of post I’m receiving at the moment. My current fashion conundrum is dressing for a variety of weddings … Continue reading Dressing for a Summer Wedding
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Top 5 Rookie Fashion Mistakes
Introduction So it’s a New Year and you’re another year older. Here at FashionBeans, we’re all about self-improvement – and what better place to put your proposed improvements into action than at the start of a brand new 2013? Perhaps this year you’re looking to improve the way you dress? You’ve noticed over the last … Continue reading Top 5 Rookie Fashion Mistakes
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Men’s Fashion Basics: Layering & Fabric Combinations
Introduction In part 1 and part 2 of this mini-series, we’ve been covering how to layer and mix fabrics the correct way. By now, you should have a pretty solid understanding of how to layer correctly, which fabrics are suited to each season and how to mix all these different textures into a look without … Continue reading Men’s Fashion Basics: Layering & Fabric Combinations
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5 Of The Best Men’s Fashion & Style Quotes
Pearls Of Wisdom Each new year brings with it promises of change and a list of resolutions. However, in order to stand any chance of hitting your personal goals – whether style-oriented or otherwise – keeping your mind focused and motivated is essential. When it comes to men’s fashion and style, there are many different … Continue reading 5 Of The Best Men’s Fashion & Style Quotes
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Recommended Wardrobe Additions: Spring/Summer 2015
Regardless of whether you’re a complete beginner or sartorial connoisseur, the fact remains that, with the changing of the seasons, your wardrobe will always need, and benefit from, some new additions. Not only does it help stop your personal style from becoming stale, but it also allows you to have a bit of rotation in … Continue reading Recommended Wardrobe Additions: Spring/Summer 2015
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Men’s St Patrick’s Day Style Tips
Celebrate In Style Today marks one of my favourite dates on the calendar: St Patrick’s Day. Whether you’re Irish, British, American – or any nationality for that matter – I’m sure we can all agree on one thing: good old St. Paddy’s Day always guarantees a good time. But as jovial as this occasion may … Continue reading Men’s St Patrick’s Day Style Tips
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The Athletic/Muscular Man’s Style Guide
Finding Menswear For Big Mass We’re constantly sold the benefits of leading a healthy, active lifestyle. Regular exercise and eating well – we’re told – will help us look and feel our best. Yes, there’s the minor expense of a gym membership and the odd bulk order of egg whites and protein powder to contend … Continue reading The Athletic/Muscular Man’s Style Guide
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5 Menswear Pieces That Girls Look Good In
Women Wear It Better We hate to say it, but girls can often look just as good as us in our own clothes. In fact, many women actually like wearing menswear pieces, as the rise of ‘boyfriend’ jackets/jeans/T-shirts proves. Valentine’s Day may have been and gone, but there’s bound to be a gift-worthy occasion around … Continue reading 5 Menswear Pieces That Girls Look Good In
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Top 5 Men’s Transitional Footwear Styles
Style Purgatory The transitional period between winter and spring is awkward, isn’t it? No longer cold enough to warrant breaking out the big guns – sturdy work and hiking boots – but not yet warm enough to bare your feet in that new pair of burnished leather sandals either. It’s a no man’s land, and … Continue reading Top 5 Men’s Transitional Footwear Styles
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7 Lessons We Learned At Pitti Uomo 87
The Power Of Pitti Sandwiched snugly between London Collections: Men and Milan Fashion Week is a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it trade show in Florence by the name of Pitti Uomo. On first glance, it might appear like a large global convention for bearded and suited gentlemen to stroll around the city’s picturesque piazza, getting their street style photograph … Continue reading 7 Lessons We Learned At Pitti Uomo 87
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New Year’s Style Resolutions: 2015
New Year, New Style With every passing New Year’s celebration comes another set of promises that we make to ourselves. We pledge to eat healthier, drink less alcohol, and do more exercise. We promise to take up a new hobby, finally get around to that project we keep putting off, and meet up with our … Continue reading New Year’s Style Resolutions: 2015
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DIY Fashion: Re-Working Your Wardrobe For The New Year
Out With The Old With the new year now upon us, there’s never been a better time to sift through your clothing collection and sort the sartorial wheat from the chaff. After all, maintaining a carefully curated wardrobe gives you peace of mind and keeps you positioned at the top of your style game. For … Continue reading DIY Fashion: Re-Working Your Wardrobe For The New Year
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How To Wear: White Jeans In Winter
White Jeans In Winter Though we’ve come a long way from very strict style rules, menswear still has its fair share of faux pas. Some are relatively minor sins that are simply fixed: socks with sandals, forgetting to match your leathers, or having too much break at your trouser hem. Others, however, are pretty glaring: … Continue reading How To Wear: White Jeans In Winter
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The Tuxedo: A Party Season Staple
The Art Of The Tuxedo With the end of 2014 fast approaching, and the festive party season now well under way, it’s fair to say that the sartorially-minded among us will be turning our attention to New Year’s Eve and the slew of style-related questions it prompts. Not only do you need to decide how … Continue reading The Tuxedo: A Party Season Staple
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In Defence Of The Black Suit
Your New Party Suit When I first started my long journey down the rabbit hole that is menswear, the trickiest thing for me to get a handle on was the formal side of my wardrobe. I’d spent so much time in baggy jeans, knackered Converse trainers and hoodies that it was easy to upgrade the … Continue reading In Defence Of The Black Suit
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Men’s Festive Season Style Tips
Surviving The Festive Season ‘Tis the season to be jolly… or so we’re told. Now we don’t want to sound too much like Scrooge, but we’re not entirely sure how truthful that age-old phrase is. Because if the way men tend to dress during the festive season is anything to go by, then we may … Continue reading Men’s Festive Season Style Tips
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Alternative Autumn/Winter Layering Guide
Alternative Layering Techniques Last week on FashionBeans we brought you a comprehensive guide to winter layering. This showed you how to effortlessly deal with whatever Mother Nature throws at you over the coming months by combining multiple pieces and textures to create looks that are full of depth and character. But let’s be honest, once … Continue reading Alternative Autumn/Winter Layering Guide
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How To Match Your Socks To Your Outfit
The Socks Conundrum Sometimes even the most simple of tasks is a struggle. What should be an easy process can become complicated and confusing – especially when you start overthinking and focusing too much on the details. For some this happens when it comes to tying their shoe laces. For me personally, it happens when … Continue reading How To Match Your Socks To Your Outfit
