Men's Formal Trivia

Don't get in knots about silk ties!
How to care for silk ties The golden rule is make sure you untie your silk tie and hang it when you take it off. Leaving the knot in place may be tempting, but it will leave creases, permanently spoiling...
So, what is a fat boy tie?
Did you ever wonder what a fat boy tie is? This type of fat boy does nothing for Harley Davidson enthusiasts and has much more to do with men's formal wear. Where the name came from I really don’t know, but...
Father of the bride raises the bar
Father-of-the-bride signs to I Loved Her First.   Not a dry eye at the wedding reception when, rather than making a traditional speech, Nicole Cortez' father surprised her by signing (that's not a typo!) "I Loved Her First". Nicole posted the...
Cufflinks
Cufflinks, A Touch Of Bling For Men. Why cufflinks? Even in today, a man wearing an earring can be frowned upon in the professional world and coming to work with a nose stud can be a career limiting move! A single...
The Formal Shirt
What is a formal shirt? Mens formal wear has certainly evolved over the years and the formal shirt is no exception. From its original construction in a tunic style with a detachable collar and cuffs, to the contemporary turn-down collar...
Caring For Mens Formal Wear
How to Care For Your Formal Wear Like owning a pet, purchasing men's formal wear comes with responsibility. If you want to get your money’s worth and look as great each time you wear it as you did first time on,...
What are Cravats?
The Cravat Cravats have their roots in history rather than modern fashion. The cravat is the forerunner to today’s mens ties.  Originating in Croatia and adopted by the French, who switched from wearing stiff linen ruffs to the softer, looser neckwear...
Surviving The School Formal
Tips On Dressing For Your School Formal  A little like weddings – in fact probably more so than weddings – the school formal tends to be dominated by the girls in the glamour arena. Hundreds of dollars are spent on...