Style & Grooming Articles For Men

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How to Find Men’s Shirts That Aren’t Boxy

The majority of my clients have an issue with the way their shirts fit them. They complain they can never find something that fits just right. If you've struggled with this, or if you just want to understand how to get shirts that fit, I created a short video for you.

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Ultimate Guide to Business Casual Men Outfits - Style Guide

Learn the nuances of men’s business casual style and the essential components of office attire. With the proper knowledge and clothing, you’ll be ready to tackle any workplace dress code while still wearing clothing that looks great. Once you do, you’ll actually like getting dressed for work. 

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Best Places to Buy Stylish Men's Clothing Online & In-Store

There is no one-stop solution that works for everyone. It’s impossible to have a store that sells clothing that will fit ALL men, be within ALL budgets, and accommodate ALL style preferences. It simply can’t exist.

I’m sorry to disappoint. But the good news is, we can get pretty close….

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PIVOT IN THE WALL STREET JOURNAL

Recently the Wall Street Journal did a piece on how some of the top stylist services in the country help men elevate their style, and Pivot was honored to be among them. Click through for the full article.

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PIVOT IN PEOPLE MAGAZINE

Recently People Magazine invited me to contribute to a piece about the best men’s dress shoes for 2024. Click through to read the full article.

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SPRING CLOTHING STAPLES FOR MEN

I had kind of forgotten spring is right around the corner. But lo and behold, it's time to start shedding those heavy layers and have a bit of fun. However, many guys have difficulty dressing in the slightly warmer months. So to help, here are some items I'd suggest adding to your spring wardrobe.

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PIVOT IN YAHOO! NEWS

Recently Yahoo! News invited me to contribute to a piece about 14 fashion trends we’ll be seeing everywhere this year. Click through to read the full article.

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HOW TO PAIR CLOTHING ITEMS

From what I've seen with working with guys for almost a decade, they want a straightforward answer to what type of item goes with what type of item, such as every time you wear Jeans, you must wear a Polo.

Unfortunately, there is no such formula, as much as Youtubers and subscription boxes want you to believe, but I'll give you the closest thing…

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Our Top Tips on How to do a Closet Edit

It’s that time of year again… we’re downloading the latest day planner apps, dusting off the treadmill, and making those “living my best life” resolutions for the new year.  For many of us, this involves taking a long, hard look at our overstuffed closets and realizing that it’s time for a “closet edit.”  Read on for our top tips for a quick and painless closet edit at this (or any) time of the year…

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HOW TO GET PANTS THAT FIT PERFECTLY

One of the most frustrating things for men is trying to find pants that actually fit and look good. In this video, I'll share with you the exact steps to get pants that fit perfectly every time.

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PIVOT ON E-FINANCIAL CAREERS

Are you considering incorporating bold and / or colorful socks into your professional attire? eFinancialCareers recently reached out and asked for my thoughts on this exact topic for a spotlight piece on Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon. Click through for the full article.

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WANT TO UPGRADE YOUR STYLE? DON'T SWIM IN THE SHALLOW END.

Some of your potentially new favorite items are sitting locked behind closed doors because you aren’t willing to drop a little more cash to acquire them. The even sadder part here is that you will likely spend around the same amount of money over time as you would if you had just done it right the first time.

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HOW MANY CLOTHING BRANDS SHOULD YOU BUY FROM?

Sometimes, the amount of different brands men have in their closet is staggering. Honestly, it could rival a department store in terms of selection. Many of the guys I work with can't even remember or name half of the brands they own.

The thing I've noticed is - The more brands in the guy's closet, the less stylish the guy is.

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THE MATH OF MAKING YOUR CLOTHES LOOK GOOD

I find that, for many men, style is as confusing as looking at high-level math problems. Trying to figure out how to improve your wardrobe and what you should wear can look like a messy mix of numbers and letters you don’t know how to solve.

Fortunately, style, like math, has some basic principles and logical steps to help you solve those problems.

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HOW TO DRESS LIKE JAMES BOND

I often hear from new clients that they want to dress like James Bond. I’ve recently binged a couple of the 007 films on some of the travel I’ve been doing for styling clients lately, and I thought it would be helpful if I shared some tips and tricks to getting that signature style.

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THE BEST CLOTHING BASICS

At some point during a style consult, guys will usually ask me about innerwear basics like boxers, socks, etc. So today, I'm going to walk through some well-made basics to stock your wardrobe that I’ve used extensively, both for clients and myself.

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