It often seems as though there is a straight choice when it comes to clothes: be fashionable or be practical, pick one and stick to it. Not so. The smart-casual look is a great way of combining the two, particularly for men who want to look good without having to spend loads of time deciding what to wear. Simple is best: stick to dark colored pants such as grey chinos that look both effortless and presentable, or dark denim jeans for a more casual twist.
It’s also important to get the …

For women looking to keep warm and look effortlessly stylish as the cold weather sets in for another season, you’re in luck. Our handy guide gives you some great tips on cool styles of women’s jackets. One style that is always popular is the denim or jean jacket. These are great as you can get them to suit your shape so you can choose one that’s tailored or a looser fit. You can also choose between light and dark denim, making it really versatile.
A great style of jacket that looks …

For the man who wants to look good without having to spend loads of time doing research to find out what’s hot right now, look no further than our handy guide. We’ve done the research so you don’t have to. One item that’s really hot right now is the striped sweater. These range from thin stripes to thick, but some of the most attractive ones are sweaters that come in block colors with just the occasional bit of horizontal piping across them. This is both slimming and attractive.
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It’s not just women who want to look good – we know that men do too, and so we’ve checked out the hottest catwalk trends for 2011. There’s something of a synergy between men’s and women’s fashion this year with one of the hottest male trends being floral patterns. These are seen in the shape of loud beach shorts to some great flowery shirts and more gentle paisley offerings. Perhaps the designers have decided to embrace the idea of the metrosexual.
Attractive, well-tailored blazers were also very much in abundance on …

The fact that men are generally not the best people to choose presents for their wives or girlfriends is long-standing and undisputable. However, when Christmas time comes around, it is more than sensible to at least go to the effort of trying to satisfy her jewelry needs. Though choosing the right jewelry is never the easiest task, as fashion plays a big role in the price and suitability of the jewelry. The advice that is detailed below has been compiled to help you choose the best jewelry present for your …

Within the present world, there are plenty of situations when one needs to or wishes to put on the custom designed t-shirts instead of the costly branded ones. You don’t need to all the time spend prime dollars if you are looking to purchase new t-shirts, especially if you are merely taking a look at making a statement or are thinking of utilizing them as a platform to specific your views on a selected subject.
This manner, you may even manage the look of the design on your t-shirts and …

Question: Is fashion important?
We all have different tastes in fashion. Some fashion “genres” include: urban, professional, gothic, preppy, etc. All of these genres have multiple companies that back these genres up by manufacturing clothes. Notice that I call them genres. The difference between genre and style is this. A genre is very broad and there are lots of styles to each one. For example, for urban clothing, some people think that it’s cool to wear their pants halfway down their butt. That’s their …

The internet is a place to find high fashion at not so high prices. Online boutiques are the new malls. The best thing about it is that you don’t even have to leave your home to get these exclusive pieces. Online boutique shopping will give your closet your unique touch of originality that you will not find in anyone else’s closet.
Shoes are a major part of any fashion ensemble. You want your shoes to standout and “announce” your arrival without words!…in a good way of …

It’s surprising how often people shy away from using color when it comes to the clothes they wear. Lots of us stick to neutral blacks, grays and navy blues to avoid making a fashion mistake, however, it isn’t that difficult to get color right and we can create dramatic new looks for ourselves if we are prepared to step out of our comfort zones and start to have some fun with color.
Experimenting with colors can give your wardrobe a whole new lease of life and even change the way you …

The office isn’t a place where you want to have to be worrying about what you look like, and so we’ve put together this little guide to give you some tips on how to make dressing for the office stress-free. We start with the single-breasted suit – a style classic, this suit looks great on any man and worn in neutral colors such as black, charcoal or navy blue will see you right through the seasons. Flattering and easy to wear, it’s a must for any working man’s wardrobe.
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With winter bearing down upon us, it has come to that time of year when summer clothes are stored away and winter coats are given an airing. But perhaps you need a new coat? If so, then you can’t go far wrong with the aviator. Historically worn by pilots, the catwalks have now appropriated this style and made it wearable for everyone. This is great news, as they’re fantastically warm and come in various fabrics, including leather and suede, meaning you can be practical and stylish this winter.
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So, what should the practical yet stylish man be wearing this winter? Sometimes it’s hard to know with so many choices these days. We’ve compiled some tips on the hottest winter jackets around. Top of our list is the biker jacket. An enduring favorite, this jacket looks great on all occasions, whether or not you know how to ride a motorbike. Its zip-up front is practical and the padding will ensure you stay warm. Stick to dark colors to make sure you can wear your jacket with any outfit.
For a …