Weekly Link Collection - Week 21

How to Build Your Wardrobe: Part II

http://artofmanliness.com/2010/05/13/how-to-build-your-wardrobe-2/

I had posted about Part I a while ago, finally Part II of this great series is available too. Covered is everything from suits, shirts to shoes and jeans.

Six No-no's for a Suited Man

http://www.primermagazine.com/2010/learn/six-no-nos-for-a-suited-man

Everything you shouldn't do from riding a razor to using white socks or sporty sunglasses. I'm quite sure the guy pictured above believes he's the coolest guy in his office...

Exile on Main Street

http://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/exile-on-main-street/id368966968

A masterpiece by one of the best bands on this earth, now available remastered and with bonus tracks. It's just a must have and when you have time, check out some photos from Dominique Tarlé who captured The Rolling Stones during their most stylish period.

Shotgun Wedding

http://www.uncrate.com/men/style/garb/garb-shotgun-wedding/

Essential for a summer wedding, most of it from Billy Reid and I really like the choices. The linen/cotton suit pictured above reminds me of the Indochino Montechristo suit I've been thinking about. The tie is similar to the one I got from Berg & Berg (for tall guys, be careful, they have that special neck piece and if you are tall like me, the tie will be too short or if you tie it longer, the neck piece won't be where it belongs). I really like the knife too and it's an Accessoire I'm still missing...

 

Weekly Link Collection

A special shoe week

http://www.valetmag.com/the-mix/051210.php?index1_top_lead

Valet is running a special on affordable shoes under 100$ and has some great suggestions. A new shoe style will be featured every day until Friday.

Furthermore, Uncrate also had a small article about SeaVee Desert Boots and they look really good!

Tailor Stitch - Custom shirt review

http://www.unabashedlyprep.com/site/taylor-stitch/

How many of those MTM shirt makers are there? I seem to discover a new one every week. The one reviewed in the link above seems quite cool and worth a try. By the way, I have just received my shirt from Biased Cut and will review it as soon as I get a chance. The important part: it fits great.

Alexander West - Custom shirt review

http://www.thechoosybeggar.com/2010/05/hands-on-alexander-west

Yes, yet another MTM shirt maker - I had come across the brand before and they seem to be one of the a bit more expensive ones (of course, still very affordable compared to shirts from most local tailors).  

Güs Wallets
http://gusstyle.com/clipcase.html

I'm always looking for slim wallets (I hate bulky wallets, where on earth do people put them?) and I think I found a really good and stylish one now - including a money clip! 90$ is probably not cheap, but they look great.

some links to read through

Starting Tie Lineup
http://www.valetmag.com/ask-valet/style/2010/five-ties-beginner-collection-040710.php

From knit tie to bow tie - must have ties according to Valet Mag. To be honest, I don't have any of those but I'm really on the look for a knit tie (similar to the one on the left) to wear with my linen suit in summer. You can actually find some on ebay and I found a shop that sells Luciano Barbera basically around the corner. Cotton seems to be an interesting material for ties as well and a welcome change from silk.

Lucky Tiger

http://www.luckytiger.net/

That is actually a product that I personally want to recommend. After years of using Nivea shaving cream and stuff like that I came across Lucky Tiger a while ago. I was reading about all the poisonous ingredients in the usual shaving products and was glad to find Lucky Tiger. It only contains natural ingredients, it has a very nice scent and it just works. Highly recommended! You can get it on Amazon but it's also available in regular shops. Check the website: http://www.luckytiger.net/

Deck Shoes Special

http://www.fashionbeans.com/collections/springsummer-footwear-essentials-deck-shoes/

They are controversial, aren't they? My girlfiend hates them and calls them "grandpa" shoes, I actually like them a lot and have always had a pair. Well, if you happen to like them, check out the link!

Last but not least, I was checking through The Satorialist and came across this stylish beauty from Japan (the lips!) I love the blog and the pictures are always fantastic! 

http://www.thesartorialist.blogspot.com/

some great links

Primer Magazine - Custom Shirts
http://www.primermagazine.com/2010/spend/custom-shirts-blank-label

Great article about ordering custom made shirts on the internet. Special coverage of Blank Label (www.blank-label.com)














Makr Wallets
http://www.makr.com/wallets

Hate carrying those bulky wallets around? The stylish Flap Wallets from Makr are worth a look!

GQ Guide - Dressing on a Budget
http://www.gq.com/style/wear-it-now/201004/gq-guide-style-secrets-cheap-budget#slide=1

Great advice on affordable style, many links and tips - worth taking a look!