Style & Grooming Articles For Men
THE ELEMENTS OF A GREAT OUTFIT FOR MEN
The big question - What actually makes a good outfit? After all, it’s only fabric, right? Why can some men seamlessly create stylish outfits while other guys fumble around putting together something barely passable? In this article, we talk about what elements make up a great outfit.
HOW TO LOOK GREAT ON DATES (PODCAST EPISODE)
I know a ton of my clients here are interested in looking good to attract the right partner. If that’s you, listen to this podcast I did with Tripp Kramer of Tripp Advice. Learn what to wear, what budget you need, and how to look more stylish.
For The F*cking Fun Of It (An open Letter to the Style Police)
Men hate clothing because it’s beaten down to a form of antiquated rules that require flashcards, a calculator, and looming anxiety that you're always wearing the wrong thing. It’s time to make it fun.
My 10 Men's Style Rules
I want to share with you the rules I've developed for myself that help me improve my style every day.
These are the rules I use to create my style, they don't have to be your rules. If you gain inspiration, great, but what you find important and how you live your life is up to you.
Either way, it's important to have some guiding principles…
How To Pair Clothing Like a Pro and Create Handsome Outfits
The most common questions I get asked pertain to pairing outfits.
"What would go with this?", "Can I wear this with that?", "How would all this work together?"
For whatever reason, a mental block exists for most men when it comes to putting items together. This trouble pairing and creating outfits can be easily alleviated with the right frameworks. You can make pairing incredibly easy. Here's how.
Why You Should Specifically Work With a Personal Stylist for Men
Since most of the personal stylists and image consultants out there are women, plus women are the ones many of us are trying to impress in the first place, why should you go with a service specifically for men, developed by a man? Read more to find out…
The Three Keys to Looking Stylish
We like to keep things simple. Regardless of what people might tell you, there are only three things that matter when improving your style and fashion choices. Read about how you can nail your fit, color, and style easily. This is the stuff 99% of men (and stylists) don’t know.
Taking Style Advice From Women
It makes sense to take advice from women, right?
Read through to see a personal account of the results of women helping men with their shopping and outfit choices.
White Sneakers: The "Ketchup" of Menswear
White leather sneakers are all the rage in menswear right now. We’ve hit a peak with these shoes. Is it a good thing that we see them everywhere? Because they’re overused, should you avoid them? Where would you even get a pair? Click the link to find out.
What Men Should Wear to a Christmas Party
It’s that time of year for holiday parties, both personal and professional. In December, the inbox usually fills up with messages from curious clients… “what the heck do I wear to this thing?”. Find out here…
Modern Luxury Magazine + Pivot Image Consulting
For their October men’s style issue, Modern Luxury Scottsdale asked me to share a few “must-have” items for fall that will really level up any man's wardrobe. Click the link to learn more and see all the products you should be adding to your fall/winter wardrobe.
How to Find Your Style: 3 Quick Steps to Discover Your Look
A lot of men get hung up on finding their personal style. It's much easier than you think. There are three ways in which you can clue yourself into what styles you should be wearing. Read to find them out.
Pivot Image Q&A: How to Look Taller, Summer Style, and Loafers
In this segment of Questions and Cocktails, we’re coming to you live, in Budapest! We're talking about how to look taller with clothing, what type of warm weather clothing you should wear, and what types of socks to wear with loafers.
The Answer: Go Classic, Go Basic
The reason that men have a hard time shopping and putting together great looking outfits is because we have too much. Too many stores, too many brands, too many colors, etc. These days, we suffer from problems of abundance rather than problems of scarcity. You’re more likely to die from obesity than you are starvation. So how does a guy like you cut through the noise?
Patrick Kenger + New York Magazine
Summer is here and you deserve to know what the hell is up this year. In two recent pieces by New York Magazines “The Strategist” I, along with some other style folk, discuss some of the best cheap sunglasses and the best swimsuits for summer 2019.
Why Men’s Clothing Subscription Boxes Suck
Subscription boxes like StichFix, TrunkClub, and Bombfell are all the rage these days. As guys, we enjoy things hassle-free. All you have to do is pay for everything monthly. No need to worry about what looks good, the box will tell you. Sounds good in theory but it’s terrible in practice. If you’ve thought about using one of these services, read this first.
The Best Sunglasses for Men
Sunglasses are like the cherry on top of your outfit. So, if you need sunglasses, it’s best to get something that won’t ruin the rest of your look. Like everything else I suggest around here, your sunglasses should meet some specific criteria…
The "Influencer" Dilemma: How Bad Products Get Sold
Influencer marketing is one of the most popular strategies clothing companies use to get their products out in front of people. From a marketing standpoint, it’s a great strategy. But the market soon became saturated, both by influencers and clothing brands. Learn what these means for you and how to not get duped.
New Books Made Just For You
I’ve locked myself in the office for a bit, hunkered down, squinting at a computer screen, along with a fair amount of espresso.
Why?
For you my dear friend. See what we’ve been cooking up.
Attention Men: Please Stop Wearing These Socks
Confession time. I’ve worn these types of socks before…
When they first started popping up, I thought it would be a cool way to differentiate myself. After a while of some keen observation, I realized I wasn’t differentiating at all.