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A guide for what to look for in a suit.
For most men, one of the most important things you will ever buy is a smart, formal suit. You may choose to buy one for any number of reasons. You may be attending a wedding, Christening or funeral. You may be going for an important job interview. Or it might be your first day in that dream job and you want to look your absolute best. Whatever the reason for buying that suit, such an expensive purchase needs to be absolutely perfect as you will probably be calling on it for years. But suits can also be a bit of a minefield. The fit is super important. To be smart…
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Ahead of The Baftas – A focus on men’s tailoring
Sunday night we see the glossiest, most glamorous night of the year in television. Yes, it is the Bafta television awards,and this year the ceremony has been sponsored by House of Fraser. In honour of the ceremony, this post is dedicated to some of the best in red carpet dressing, with a focus on some of the best looks in menswear. It is hard for men to shine on the red carpet when we are faced with a series of show stopping looks from the ladies. But it has to be said, a sharp suit or tuxedo can make a real impact, especially when worn by a celebrity better known…
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Next Sunday sees the day that all deserving dads get a special treat. And that makes it the most difficult day of the year when it comes to shopping. Let’s face it, dads are not the most forthcoming when it comes to letting you know what they would really like. If they are anything like my dad, they will be of the ‘don’t want anything, don’t need anything school of thought.’ Which may be true, but they will still be getting something on Father’s Day. So, for the discerning dad, here are some gift ideas that won’t break the bank, but should still raise a smile. George at Asda Uniqlo…
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Reviewed – Workforce Socks
Whilst I enjoy the glamorous world of fashion, my other (and many would say better) half works in the much more down to earth profession of loft conversions. So when I was asked if he would be interested in reviewing some very special socks that made the claim to be the ultimate safety sock, I answered in the affirmative very quickly on his behalf. The socks in question were by Workforce, and they seemed the perfect sock to be worn for work, particularly during what was a particularly bad time weather wise. Workforce create professional workwear. Their WFHP socks claim to be the ultimate safety sock that are able to…
