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Dennis has a great blog and great articles on his site. He tried our cufflinks and one of our tie clips.
This is what he had to say about Mens Metals in his article titled:
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Grant is a great blogger and provides excellent product reviews on his website. Grant reviewed our cufflinks.
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Two conflicting fashion choices, combined in one! Yes, it can be done. The day denims were paired with blazers, is the day the sporty classy look was born.
Many men throw on a blazer on top of their tee’s and denims to give a touch of classiness. Lets take a look at the other spectrum shall we. Lets throw in some denims to your classy wear. How do we do that, dress as if you would going to a ball. Then drop it a notch with a clean pair of denims. Avoid the rags and shags, leave those shreaded Seven’s at home and wear the untorn pair. Dark denims are best, but don’t let that stop you. Loose the bow tie or tie and opt for an open collar, but don’t be afraid to wear those French cuffed shirts. Corduroy blazzers shout out sporty.
How many of you do sporty looks? Tell us if you do and what you wear, share it with us all.....
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]]>There are two common ways you can wear your cufflinks. Your french cuffs can be folded side by side for the classic cufflink look. Use this style for a formal setting such as those weddings, graduations, even job interviews. In fact, french cuff shirts convey a certain elegance to your look.
The second way you can style your french cuffs is to fold one cuff over another as shown in the second picture below, and secure them with your cufflinks. Ideal for a casual setting, you can decide to go with a suit blazer or even a casual vest. Lose the vest after dinner for a night of dancing, or keep it on for a lounge type setting. You be the judge.
To view our selection of cufflinks click HERE
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]]>It was talked about for months, and worn first by the daring when it first hit the market. In some cases looked at as fad item that would not have any longevity in the world of mens fashion. However, surprisingly this trend keeps getting bigger and better.
Everyone from your favorite celebrity to the CEO of some of the biggest companies in the world have fallen in love with The Man Bag. And why not? Men have stuff to carry around too! So why not do it in a trendy fashionable way. The Man Bag comes in many different fabrics, colors, and styles to suit your every need. I recommend buying one that is not overly large yet not to small that it looks like a purse. Ohh and wear it with confidence, make us proud!
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]]>To be safe, a nice dress shirt and clean properly tailored dress pants with a tie goes a long way. If you are wanting to add an accessory to your look, we recommend wearing a sleek tie clip. This will dress up your over all appearance with out going over board. Good Luck!!
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]]>How to Wear a Tie Clip.
Your tie clips should measure three fourths the width of your tie to allow for a balanced look. When placing your tie clip, try to place it just above your top jacket button so that it can be seen, but not overly close to the knot of the tie.
For a great touch, find a tie clip that best compliments the tie and shirt that you are wearing. This can sometimes be challenging, however, if you prefer the classic look which suits your overall appearance, then buy a simple silver tie clip. These tie clips go well with any white dress shirt, or shirts of solid colours and patterns.
For times when you feel like grabbing attention, a simple tie clip will not cut it. Buy tie clips that sport carbon fiber designs, crystal stones as well as textured or stamped patterns. Polished tie clips hints professionalism and class when matched with other polished mens accessories that you are wearing. To buy tie clips click HERE
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]]>When tailoring a shirt, take into consideration your physique. However, regardless of your body type, avoid baggy at all costs. Your shoulder seams need to be exactly at the end of your shoulder. As for arm length, make sure your cuffs sit exactly where your wrist ends and your hand begins. Anything shorter or longer will be uncomfortable especially when wearing your suit jacket. When wearing French cuffed shirts, you can get one size arm length longer so as to allow for those cufflinks to be noticed. For men’s cufflinks, click HERE
A tailored suit jacket should be formed around your body shape. Again make sure your shoulder seams are exactly where your shoulder ends. The suit jacket needs to be close to your body when buttoned but not too close where it pulls across your back. Remember Rule 8 when picking the number of buttons for your suit jacket. To give you a slimmer and taller appearance, arms holes need to be higher to convey that look.
As for the dress pants, a close fit trumps the baggy fit any day. For a well rounded look, make sure there is not a lot of room around your thighs and backside. Keep the length of your pants steady, not to short, not too long but ask for little or no break at the cuffs.
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]]>The other great thing about grey is you don’t have to think too hard on pairing it with the right colours. Easy and a perfect wardrobe staple, your colour choice can be safe, while getting a variety of different chic looks. Do not be afraid to wear the colour of the season with this suit. By adding the right tie and a tie clip, you can add the spice you are looking for. For men’s tie clips click HERE
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]]>Cufflinks and tie bars are vintage aesthetics’ that never really lose their lustre. So find pieces that are simple yet suit your personal style. Remember the right accessory is only as good as the person who styles it. With everything trending in titanium and stainless steel and from designs that are simple to designs that are eccentric and detailed, there really is something for every fashion forward man out there. For men’s cufflinks click HERE , for men’s tie clips click HERE.
Accessories also include winter accessories such as scarves, hats and gloves. Cashmere scarves are worth every dollar spent on them. Pick a scarf that goes well with your coat and of a neutral colour for a business setting. However, for all other times, remember, plaid is in for the season. As for gloves, you can never go wrong with leather gloves. Make sure your gloves have a good snug fit with out the extra space. Simple detailing allows it to mix well with whatever you are wearing. Avoid those bulky looking gloves with too much padding unless you are going skiing. Go with your style with the hat choice, as long as it suits you, match it up with your coat or scarf.
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]]>Pick suit jackets that are two-buttoned or one buttoned as these are now safe to wear any time or any place. You can always play it safe and leave your suit jacket open, not buttoned at all, which is common to do when you are seated. There are general guidelines to follow when in doubt :
1. With a two buttoned suit jacket, it’s always the top
2. With a three buttoned suit jacket, it’s always the middle
On an end note, remember the golden rule, if it does not button up, it does not fit.
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]]>If you are looking for a more casual feel, pair your coat with a great light weight sweater. This will give you more of an urban touch. The beauty of the coat is it can also we paired up with denim for a night out or for a casual setting. You may also want to add a scarf as an extra compliment to your overall look. With the flexibility of the coat, your personal style can hit an all new high. Always remember the fab four when adding to your collection of signature pieces:
1. The standard blue
2. The basic black
3. The classic grey
4. And any of the above with pin stripe
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]]>If you are planning on wearing your sweater with your suit jacket, you want to make sure it is lightweight and fits perfectly. Vests make for a great add on when you don’t feel like wearing the suit jacket. Wear the vest over your dress shirt making sure that the collars sit over the vest and the tie knot sits neatly on the neck line. For those days when you feel daring, wear a bright coloured shirt and tone it down with a dark vest. It will allow for you to be noticed without the overwhelming feel.
Buttoned shirts are recommended when wearing sweaters, however the vest allows you to wear any cuff type including those French cuffs or Euro cuffs with your favourite cufflinks. For a quality cufflinks selection click HERE
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]]>Secondly, picking the colour of your dress shoes is crucial when pairing your whole outfit. The black dress shoe is the one colour that every closet needs to have. Brown shoes should never be worn with your black suit. Black shiny shoes are the classic shoes and for a casual look, pick the black shoes with a matt finish. Suede can also be substituted for a casual look instead of the matte leather. Brown dress shoes however go well with grey pants. Be sure the shoes and belt colours match.
The third guide line is the shape of the dress shoes. Avoid square toed shoes with your suit. Those can be forgiven with a casual look, especially when wearing jeans for a night out. Pick the elongated shoe with a European touch for an added flair and remember never hesitate to wear those in casual settings to give your outfit an urban chic feel. Slip on shoes are not appropriate for a business setting, go with the lace-ups in those cases.
Always remember, socks are to match your pants, not your shoes.
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]]>The first is the size of the tie. There are thin ties, thick ties and medium thick ties. The general rule of thumb is: if the dress shirt’s collar is thin, your tie should be thin. If your collar is thick, go with a thicker tie. The thickness of the tie should be proportionate to the thickness of the collar.
The second consideration is the tie’s colour. Ties need to stand out from the background they lay on, i.e. your shirt. If your dress shirt is dark, pick a lighter tie and vice versa, light shirt, dark tie. To keep pairing simple, keep the colour coordinated between the dress shirt and the tie but pick a different shade. For example, if your tie is a dark shade of green, or has dark green patterns, go with a lighter shade of green for the shirt. Once you are comfortable with the technique of colour matching, you can venture into mixing colours together.
A final touch to the tie and shirt pairing is to add a flare of elegance to seal the deal. Tie clips allow for that added noticeable edge you crave for. Tie clips are not only a decorative jewellery piece but also serve a functional purpose. They keep the tie from wandering off with movement. Place the tie clip just over the third button from the top securing the tie and dress shirt in place. To buy tie clips online, click HERE
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]]>Another big concern when it comes to dress pants is the length. How long is too long and how short is too short. High end retailers offer complimentary tailoring with your purchase of a custom tailored suit which is worth the price tag if the exact fit is what you are craving for. That does not mean you cannot find the ‘perfect’ fitted pants with non custom tailored options, however you might need to look a little bit longer. Look for that pair that gives a slight break in the pants just above the cuff. This will ensure your pants dont rise up over your ankles when seated or give you the ‘Steve Urkel’ look when standing or walking. Most retailers offer complimentary length adjustment. Tell the tailor you want a slight break over the cuffs.
Men’s dress pants typically come in 3 different cuts. Slim, straight and loose fit. If you are looking for pants that fit closer to your leg, the slim fit dress pant will give you an overall lean, urban appearance. The straight leg cut is a suitable classic style that nearly compliments all body types. If you are a man with a larger frame, then choose a loose fitting pair of dress pants, as they will give an added comfort and tend to be looser in the thigh area.
Colour choices can sometimes be overwhelming. Try to choose colours that will fit all occasion and compliments any shirt paired with it. However, if your closet is capable of holding more than 5 pairs of pants, then stock it with season’s must haves. There is nothing worse than having to wear the same pair of pants every single day. Black and grey pants dress pants are your wardrobe crucial colours before venturing out into other shades. Remember, when it comes to fashion, don’t be afraid to crack open your wallet. Looking good makes you feel good and others notice.
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]]>Dress shirt collars come in different sizes. The general rule is a thin collar always takes a thin tie. Dress shirts also come with different cuffs. Cuffs are either buttoned (one button, two buttons, even three), or unbuttoned. Unbuttoned cuffs require cufflinks to link the cuffs together. These cuffs are either French cuffs (double cuffed) or Euro cuffs (single cuff). Either way, look for some good Men’s cufflinks to pair up with your French or Euro cuff shirts. To view quality cufflinks click HERE.
If you are looking for a dress shirt that will give you a slimmer look, definitely go with a stripped shirt. When considering colour and patterns of shirts and ties, wear what you are comfortable in. If you are feeling a little daring try a patterned tie with a solid coloured shirt. There is no ‘rule’ when it comes to pairing your shirts with your tie, however it is more important to match the colours over the pattern.
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]]>When in doubt, this piece is and forever will be a must. For a sophisticated look, Black on Black provides for an excellent pairing and does well in a business setting or a night out on the town. Any tie will do, but always remember your surroundings when picking out the tie’s colour.
The black suit also goes well with a nice vivid coloured shirt. Tone the colour down with a solid black tie for a modern, urban look with an edge. A polished silver tie clip over the black tie adds a flare to your outfit. For tie clip ideas click HERE
For a casual look, the black suit jacket can be worn over your favourite pair of jeans.
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