Archive for the ‘Accessories’ Category

Tote Bags for Men?

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Designers | Apr 3, 2012 | No Comments

Totes have traditionally been considered the domain of women, but this season men too are catching on. A number of designers, including Yves Saint Laurent, Lacoste and, of course, Louis Vuitton, have taken great pains to ensure that their new bags for men are durable, practical, and definitely masculine. Instead of dealing with bulging pockets ...Read more.

Men’s Brooches Cross Sub-Cultural Lines

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Menswear | Feb 21, 2012 | No Comments

Amongst the great ocean of fashion accessories created for women, there are relatively few for men. The majority of those that are out there tend to be associated with a particular sub-culture or group that not everyone is a member of, making it even more difficult for any fashion accessory to really cross the lines ...Read more.

Dress Socks

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Menswear | Feb 9, 2012 | No Comments

Finding the right dress socks is not a difficult task. However, many men fail to know where to start. Here are some simple guidelines to help men pick out the perfect dress socks for any formal occasion. First, men must take a look at the fabric. Wool is a classic, inexpensive choice. Cashmere is a ...Read more.

The beginner’s guide to scarves for men

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Menswear | Dec 22, 2011 | No Comments

If men are only going to buy one accessory this season, make it a scarf.  Adding a scarf to work or weekend wear gives instant colour, style and individuality to any look. It is also very simple to achieve.  There are many brands and designs to choose from, and no man should ever be afraid ...Read more.

Accessories for men

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Brands, Designers, Menswear | Dec 10, 2011 | No Comments

Accessories are often associated with ladies’ fashion, but they form an important part of every man’s capsule wardrobe and no man should shy away from accessorizing.  As well as being essentials that he cannot live without, accessories also complete an outfit, adding style and flair as well as helping him make a look his own. ...Read more.

Leather Belt Trends

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Trends, Womens fashion | Nov 20, 2011 | No Comments

Top designers have been setting the ramp ablaze with a variety of leather belt designs, setting off a leather belt buying spree at retailers across the globe.  While the leather belt has always been an essential part of a wardrobe, the sheer range of styles and patterns available means that you can build a collection ...Read more.

Oriental Style Obi Belts

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Designers, Fashion | Oct 1, 2011 | No Comments

The year’s spring-summer collection received an oriental twist with obi belts gracing many outfits on the ramp.  Waists defined by different styles of the obi belt were the catwalk talk, as designers used them in styles varying from playful to sophisticated chic. Versatile and Exotic The obi belt is an exotic accessory that blends in ...Read more.

Men’s Wardrobe Essentials

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Fashion, Formal wear, Jeans, Menswear, Shoes, T-shirts, Trousers | Sep 15, 2011 | No Comments

There are several articles of clothing that any fashion-savvy man should have in his wardrobe.  These staples can easily provide you with a variety of outfit choices for casual and more formal occasions.  One trick that many men find helpful is to buy several pieces of a single type of clothing in different colours. A ...Read more.

New Trends in Menswear: Work and Cycling Clothes Combined

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Designers, Fashion, Formal wear, Menswear, Sport, Trends | Aug 22, 2011 | No Comments

With increasing green consciousness in major cities across Europe, many professional men are trying to cycle into work more frequently. This brings up the inevitable issue of clothing. It can be inconvenient to change clothes when arriving at the office. Indeed, this conduct might strike some as unprofessional. On the other hand, traditional cycling clothing ...Read more.

The End of the It Bag

Posted by | Filed under Accessories, Designers, Womens fashion | Aug 20, 2011 | No Comments

For years, one of the staples of the fashion world has been the so-called ‘it bag’, those must-have designer accessories, usually prominently displayed on the crook of an elbow. Brightly coloured or elegant in plain leather, bedecked with zips, buttons and clasps, the it bag has long been a status symbol in women’s fashion, much ...Read more.