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The Essential Guide To Men’s Socks
A Complete Guide To Men's Socks. We show you how a great pair of socks can take your outfits to the next level, detail the types of men's socks available to buy on the market & show you how to wear each type of sock successfully...
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Key Men’s Prints/Patterns For SS12 – Part 2
We detail some of the key men's print and pattern trends that are dominating menswear this season. See our guide to pulling off graphic and animal prints, as well as paisley and iKat patterns. How many of these key prints...
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Key Men’s Prints/Patterns For SS12 – Part 1
We breakdown 4 of the key print and pattern trends that are dominating men's fashion this spring/summer, including camouflage, geometric, polka dots and florals. How many of these statement patterns do you currently own...
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Men’s Fashion Tip: Beating the Rain In Style
Spring showers can seriously dent the level of consistency & effort men put into how they dress. We show you how to combat the rain in stylish way, with 5 items that men in the UK should consider owning during the typically...
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The Wet Shave v The Electric Shave
Our grooming expert details the pros and cons of wet shaving and electric shaving, so you can make an informed choice about which is best for your lifestyle, skin and facial hair requirements. Which shaving technique did...
The Essential Guide To Men’s Socks
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction There seems to have been a lot of talk about socks on FashionBeans recently. First we showed you how going sockless is an art in itself, and then we counteracted this by detailing the benefits of the current trend of wearing socks in the summer. With this in mind, today I am going to tackle the subject of men’s…
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Key Men’s Prints/Patterns For SS12 – Part 2
Article by: Ben JonesKey Prints & Patterns For SS12 In yesterday’s article, we broke down 4 of the key print and pattern trends that are being pushed for the spring/summer 2012 season by premium designers and the high street alike. If you missed it, check it out now, as we showcased florals, geometric, camouflage and polka dots. Today we are going to cover…
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Key Men’s Prints/Patterns For SS12 – Part 1
Article by: Ben JonesA Penchant for Print Print, pattern and more print! That is all you have heard us banging on about recently on FashionBeans. If last spring/summer was all about bright, pop colour, this season it is the turn of pattern and print to truly stamp its mark on menswear. Instead of generically discussing the pros and cons of pattern and print,…
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Men’s Fashion Tip: Beating the Rain In Style
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction Rain never fails to dampen the mood (as well everything else) and with it often comes a lack of creativity and spark, which can seriously dent both the level of consistency and effort you put into how you dress. In my last article, I put together a list of three common style mistakes which I often see occur on…
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The Wet Shave v The Electric Shave
Article by: Duncan CopelandIntroduction It’s estimated that during a lifetime we spend over 35 days shaving, so it’s fair to say that for most guys a large part of a grooming routine will centre around this most manly of morning rituals. Nothing starts the day quite like a close shave and that fresh faced feeling, but there’s still some debate as to the…
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Words of wisdom:
A gentleman's disposition, to few, is of personal taste. To others, it is the ideologies and mannerisms presented in say a toy boy or a sartorially fluent dandy. In each case; a synonym of Gordon Brown. The idyllic association of gentlemen, and not an obnoxious self-definition of one, is ambitious to say the least. Read More...
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Men’s Vests – Menswear Staple or Fashion Faux Pas?
Article by: Ben HerbertIntroduction After sifting through all the latest campaign images and lookbooks that have landed on my desk recently, I suddenly realised that we have never covered men’s vest in any sort of detail. They are prominent in all of the high street lookbooks I have received for the upcoming spring/summer 2012 season, and really this article stemmed from my own…
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Men’s Style Advice: Spring Knitwear
Article by: Paul McGregorIntroduction Early on, it’s important we learn not to label knitwear as just a winter garment. Implementing knitwear in your spring looks can allow you to get creative with your layering whilst adding another dimension to your outfits. Many men shy away from layering when the sun peaks through that cloudy sky, but this can often leave outfits looking quite…
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The Great British Shoe
Article by: Jonathan BracewellIntroduction The British shoe industry is one that is steeped in heritage and has constantly maintained a level of superb craftsmanship. However, as evident with many industries, footwear brands moved elsewhere to produce. Consequently, the post war British shoe industry was left struggling and depleted. Fast forward to 2012. The last few years has seen ‘homegrown’ fashion go from strength…
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Alternative Investment Pieces
Article by: Callum CantThe Less Obvious Choice A suit, altered by a tailor. A watch, found at the start of a half hour conversation which was, in effect, pointless – because the first one you liked you bought. Shoes, the only ones with their own shoe tree; the ones you never wear when it’s raining. Standard investment pieces are well understood: they all…
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Men’s Fashion Basics – Part 73 – The Rugby Shirt
Article by: Matt AllinsonIntroduction Following on from my last article on the sports jacket, our recent profiling of the great Michael Bastian and with all this talk of sportswear having an increasing influence within menswear this season, there isn’t a better time to introduce to you another garment which has true sporting heritage; The Rugby Shirt. I never usually start an article off…
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Men’s Sportswear Trend: The Key Pieces
Article by: Ben HerbertIntroduction Yesterday, Ben Jones broke down just how much of an influence the world of sport is having on current menswear collections. He argued that even though menswear is moving in a much smarter and more refined direction, sports and athletic wear was keeping the industry grounded and even making current spring/summer high fashion collections ‘wearable’. Trainers, hoodies, sweatshirts and…
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SS12 Fashion Trends: The Sports Influence
Article by: Ben JonesSport & Men’s Fashion It’s no secret that menswear has been heavily influenced by sporting activities this season, with a lot of ideas and concepts borrowed from the world of sport. The timing of these athletic-style influences on the fashion world couldn’t be more apt, with our own fair city of London hosting the 2012 Olympics within the next few…
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Finishing Touches: The Lapel Pin & Collar Bar
Article by: Juraj SalapaIntroduction The fashion forward men of this world know that trends are fickle and that to keep pace with them, one needs to be on a constant look out for new inspiration. With the world of men’s fashion moving in a new, more refined direction, many of us have been influenced by the popularity of shows such as Mad Men…
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Men’s Spring/Summer Essential: The Polo Shirt
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction Not quite a shirt, but not a t-shirt either. The polo shirt could quite literally be the definition of smart-casual; something that made it a favourite of the mods in the 60s as they looked at it as the perfect piece to pair under timeless tailoring. The polo shirt may have been adopted as everyday wear by British youth,…
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SS12 Fashion Highlight: Printed Accessories
Article by: Paul McGregorIntroduction Following on from my last article on printed shirts, I decided it’s important that we don’t neglect accessories. With today’s high streets being filled with similar retailers and closely followed trends, separation and individualism through the use of accessories is key. Subtle accessorising can help neutralise bold colours and can also be used as a separation between specific pieces….
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Designer Profile: Michael Bastian
Article by: Grant Bradley FordIntroduction To many, he may not be a household name but New Yorker Michael Bastian is drawing ever-increasing acknowledgement. As a fashion figure, Bastian is growing in stature and last year was voted CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) Menswear Designer of the Year. Recent collaborations with GANT and sunglasses brand Randolph Engineering also seem to suggest that the…
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Men’s Fashion Basics – Part 72 – The Sports Jacket
Article by: Matt AllinsonIntroduction Before we launch straight into today’s article, I think it’s only right that I preface it with a quick description of the garment we’ll be covering. With guy’s around the world becoming more and more interested in menswear and the ins and outs that accompany it, I feel it’s necessary to make sure we get the terms right. After…
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Making The Most Of Your Man Bag
Article by: Will ColmanIntroduction Once upon a time, in an episode of the TV show Malcolm in the Middle, the oft embattled father, Hal, was heard to bemoan a particular aspect of male dress that has been an affliction on our gender for many years; he pointed out that women were spared this particular problem, whilst men were left to struggle on in…
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Men’s TV Style: Chuck Bass
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction For those of you who aren’t aware, Chuck Bass is one of the lead characters in the hit TV show Gossip Girl. Portrayed by Brit actor and former FashionBeans Style Icon Ed Westwick, Chuck has been a permanent fixture since the shows inception in 2007. Noted for his debauchery, hedonistic lifestyle, financial clout and of course his immaculate personal…
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Key Accessory Trend: Men’s Backpacks
Article by: Jonathan BracewellIs The ‘Man Bag’ The Latest Victim Of Masculinity? It wasn’t long ago when the words ‘man bag’ were on everyone’s lips. It was a bridge into the more feminine side of male fashion, which debuted on the catwalks before quickly turning up in all high street and online retailers. But what does the future hold for the man bag?…
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Men’s Spring/Summer Fashion Trend: Short Suits
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction As climates begin to warm and legs begin to bare, sartorial excellence can sometimes fall by the wayside – especially when practicality rules the day. Shorts have been a hot topic as of late. Matt Allinson has already concerned himself with the re-introduction of specific buying guidelines; while our Editor in Chief, Ben Herbert, added an on-trend print spin….
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Spring/Summer Fashion Trend: Pastel Colours
Article by: Will ColmanIntroduction With spring upon us and more warm weather (hopefully) on its way, it really is time for all of us to be considering our spring/summer wardrobes – although my Mum says that nothing is certain until the end of April, so maybe keep out a jumper or two. As we should all know by now, colour is big. Its…
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How To: Care For Your Leathers
Article by: Will ColmanIntroduction With our relentless drive towards sartorial excellence and the furious development of that timeless, capsule wardrobe, it becomes very easy for the fashionably inclined male to forget certain aspects of clothing maintenance that are crucial in becoming the perfect gentleman. We will often spend hours choosing the right pocket square, making absolutely sure that our expertly crafted quiff has…
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Men’s Fashion Trend: Channeling The 90s
Article by: Murray ClarkIntroduction The comfortable cable knits and thick-skinned chinos are great for the colder months, but the recent blast of sunshine makes such sartorial choices completely impractical. Yes, summer fast approaches, bringing with it a whole host of warmer activities that us Brits seize with both sun-starved hands. Whether it’s the odd pint that turns into a five hour session in…
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Men’s Spring/Summer Footwear Trend: Coloured Shoes
Article by: Ben JonesIntroduction It’s no secret that colour and pattern are going to dominate men’s fashion this coming season – the spring/summer 2012 catwalk shoes, designer collections and current high street fashion stores all confirm that. However, I often find that a lot of men are very wary when it comes to pattern or colour and are loathe to fully embrace the…
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Men’s Style Icon: Labrinth
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction Timothy McKenzie, or as he is better known by his stage name; Labrinth, has certainly enjoyed a paramount last two years. Bursting onto the British music scene as a singer, songwriter and producer, he was signed by Simon Cowell to his record label Syco – the first artist in six years not to have been launched via a TV…
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Men’s Fashion Basics – Part 71 – 5 More Essential Items
Article by: Matt AllinsonIntroduction A couple of weeks ago I wrote about the top ten items every guy should own, with the purpose being that beginners could use it as a starting foundation for a stylish wardrobe. Or first grade fashionisto’s could use it as a mental check list for knowing more than the next guy on the street. However, as it tends…
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Men’s Printed Shorts
Article by: Ben HerbertIntroduction I am absolutely certain that, if you are a regular FashionBeans reader, you already know prints and patterns will be THE key menswear trend for the coming season. If not, where have you been? Make sure you check out our full trend report and then meet us back here… Got it? Good. Yesterday, Paul did a great job in…
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Printed Shirts: Ways To Wear Them
Article by: Paul McGregorIntroduction Prints, prints, prints; it’s all any of us have been hearing this season. We’ve seen a huge influx of motifs – some new, some daring and some carrying through from the last go-around. We’ve spotted the rise of animal and camouflage prints, sitting nicely alongside paisley and floral. It’s refreshing to see, as utilising colour and patterns in the…
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Front Man Fashion: Liam Gallagher
Article by: Alex FitzgeraldIntroduction An English musician with a reputation for erratic behaviour once said: “Not a lot of people look cool these days – like my cool. Everybody plays it down, don’t they?” – Quite a bold and arrogant statement. However, when you put the likes of Liam Gallagher into context, it now makes perfect sense. I’m talking about a singer/song writer…
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