A Guide to Men’s Coats

• December 1, 2020
• Alan

Winter is here and so are frigid temperatures. Whether you live in more temperate winter climates or spend winter surrounded by snow, you need a coat. Here is our guide to men’s winter coats to help you find the best jackets to keep you comfortable, looking dapper, and enjoying the season.
The Wool Coat
No man’s closet is complete without a classic men’s wool coat. It is a timeless and sophisticated look. Regardless of cut, color, or style, wool coats are also extremely warm. Wool coats come in a wide variety of styles, colors, and cuts. Choose a peacoat for a classic nautical look or a long overcoat for a dapper appeal. There are different weights or lengths of wool coat for your personal warmth needs.
The Bomber Jacket
One of the trendier looks out there, bomber jackets come in a wide variety of styles that make them perfectly versatile, from wearing to the office in the morning followed by a first date in the evening. Their easy zip, cropped length, and athletic fit makes them a great choice from fall through spring. When the temperature goes below freezing, choose a bomber jacket that is well insulated and lined with fleece rather than cotton. Wear over a cashmere turtleneck for a city slicker-retro look that will also keep you cozy. Alternatively, wear over a men’s flannel shirt for a stylish alpine charm.
The Quilted Jacket
Quilted jackets are a lightweight and moderately warm pick for winter, offering a fashionable and sophisticated look for every man. Incredibly comfortable and versatile, quilted jackets are another great pick to wear almost year-round. Put one on over a down vest or men’s fleece jacket for an extra layer of insulation. Alternatively, you can wear one under a windbreaker to protect you from those January gusts or those wet wintry-mix days.
The Parka
Parkas are the ultimate choice for winter weather. They are water-resistant and lined with cozy layers of insulation. Throw over a men’s cashmere sweater or pick a down-lined parka for extra insulation. Parkas are great for wearing while out in the city, for skiing and other winter activities, or even just for scraping the ice off your windshield in the morning. There are many different styles, lengths, and materials for parkas; pick the one that works best for you and your lifestyle.
The Down Coat
If you plan to spend winter experiencing bone-chilling temperatures, then a men’s down jacket is a must. Although a high-quality down jacket tends to be on the pricier side, it is worth every penny. Down jackets are lightweight yet incredibly warm. Stuffed with a wide variety of feather lining (goose down is the warmest!), a down jacket will keep you toasty during lengthy commutes or endless hours spent outdoors. Go for a lightweight packable down coat for a jacket that will easily fit into your briefcase or backpack and still keep you uncompromisingly warm. Wear under a windbreaker for those harshest winter days to keep the wind and wet at bay.
The Leather Jacket
Leather is always on-trend, not to mention one of the warmer fabrics out there. Leather jackets are especially practical for holding up against those bitter winds, which is why they are a timeless favorite for motorcyclists. These jackets come in a wide variety of styles from leather bomber jackets to trench coats and any other style you can imagine. Leather jackets are a top choice for fall to spring wear and can be made a little warmer in the winter by wearing over a down vest or fleece jacket. If leather is not your pick for ethical reasons, there are still other options. Opt for secondhand leather or vegan leather (yes, it’s a thing) for the same cool look without the weight on your conscience.
The Squall Jacket
Squall jackets are designed to keep out all sorts of unfavorable weather. Sometimes called windbreakers, squall jackets are light but warm for bracing winds and wet weather. Both waterproof and windproof, this jacket is an excellent choice for surviving all the elements during the long winter. Squall jackets are great when layered over a down vest or fleece jacket—perfect for winter sports like skiing or snowboarding to keep the wind out and the warm in.

Best Men’s Jackets to Gift This Year

• November 26, 2020
• Alan

What constitutes a great gift? For men, it often comes down to one thing: sheer usefulness. A present is truly valuable if your recipient can make good use of it! With that in mind, cold weather brings with it a slew of potential gift ideas that are more than just appropriate—they’re downright necessary. If you’re thinking about buying a jacket for the man in your life, know that there’s more to this mission than merely judging the garment by its cover. The right piece of men’s outerwear packs a punch! Here are some of the best styles to give.
Fleece Jacket
Fleece is synonymous with cozy comfort, and it’s difficult for anyone to resist its soft, gentle hand. The beauty of this versatile material isn’t just its incredible texture, however—it’s also in its practicality. Fleece is a natural insulant, which means that it locks in body heat and keeps the body extra warm even when it’s uncomfortably brisk outside. It’s naturally hydrophobic, which means that—you guessed it—it repels moisture like nothing else. That makes it a fantastic contender for the outdoorsy gentleman who doesn’t mind getting caught in an unexpected drizzle or even a brief downpour. Fleece remains just as warm and protective even when it gets wet. By nature, hydrophobic properties ensure that it holds on to a mere 1% of water weight at any given time. More than that, it’s a lightweight fabric that doesn’t add unnecessary bulk to the frame. While a light fleece jacket on its own doesn’t pass muster on the very coldest days of the year, it does make a wonderful choice for a discerning man who needs something more substantial and comfortable than the average windbreaker throughout fall. The breathable material feels just as plush as higher-end materials, yet it doesn’t cause the skin to itch or lose its integrity in the washing machine. It’s also destined to go with absolutely everything in his closet, from the worn men’s jeans he lives in throughout the season to the trusted corduroy pants that add some much-needed warmth on chillier days.
Down Jacket
Sometimes, the season calls for something hardier and more substantial. Enter the men’s down jacket. It’s a rich material that offers incredible insulation when braving winter’s chill. Down coats consist of plumage from ducks or geese—not the feathers, but the fluffy, airy material underneath. Think of it as a sublayer that keeps them warm and toasty. It does the same for humans because, when fitted inside a jacket shell, it creates a lofty composition that traps body heat and prevents air from escaping. Despite this achievement, it’s a highly breathable material that doesn’t add excess weight to the body. In fact, that’s one of the reasons down jackets are so highly regarded. They’re highly protective and functional, but they don’t come with the volume that one expects of a traditional cold-weather garment.
Winter Coat
Men’s winter coats run the gamut from minimal to substantial. Depending on his climate, his style preference, and his sensitivity to cold, you can narrow down your choice to one that best meets his specific needs. In general, it should meet at least one significant need: the desire to stay continuously warm. The right coat also protects him from the threat of inclement weather, including rain, heavy winds, snowfall, and sleet. If he spends a significant amount of time on the hiking trails even in the middle of winter, then you’ll make his day with a coat featuring insulation, a hook, and pockets aplenty to keep his essentials within easy reach. If he lives in a less snowy area that is still prone to low temperatures, a squall or bomber jacket makes a practical choice that he can wear throughout the season. But if he spends most of his weekends at the nearest ski resort or considers himself something of an adventurer, then a long coat or a down parka is more likely to meet his demands. Modern designs are also far more than just functional.
Light Vest
There’s also that tricky in-between period to consider. Making the transition from one season to the next can pose significant sartorial challenges, especially if his arsenal consists solely of a lightweight windbreaker and a heavy parka. Help him fill the gap with a vest, which fits seamlessly into the equation by providing him with an option on days that aren’t quite cold enough for a coat but are still brisk enough to warrant a significant warming layer. The beauty of a vest is that it’s available in a number of materials, ranging from soft fleece to plush down. The versatile garment can be worn on its own over a men’s flannel shirt, or layered beneath a thicker coat to provide double the insulation on frigid or snowy days. Look for details that might be extra useful to him, like multiple pockets or packable construction so that he can easily stash it in his carry-on before boarding his flight to his annual ski getaway.

Top 5 apparel gifts for guys

• October 30, 2020
• Alan

That special guy in your life may be good at a lot of things – like taking in the groceries and quoting lines from the first movie you saw together – but one thing he’s maybe not so great at is dressing himself. Do your guy a solid and gift him a few essential pieces he’ll be comfortable wearing ‐ and you’ll be comfortable with him wearing in public. Check out our top 5 apparel gifts for guys and help give your man a stylish edge this season. When he finally emerges from his man cave to join us, he’ll look like he spent his time learning all the best-dressed tips.
Men’s T-shirts: the first place to refresh.
Give your man the gift of comfort with a few brand new white t-shirts. It’s his most essential layer, one he can’t update often enough. Especially after a long hot summer or a season spent layered under sweaters. Those white t-shirts are key to absorbing sweat and stress. Add a few Super-T shirts in classic colors like navy, gray and black. Trust us, he’ll love slipping into one of our soft and sturdy tees with a relaxed fit before playing with the kids after a long work day. Whatever his personal style preference we’re pretty sure you can’t go wrong giving your man some cozy 100% cotton tees to help him put his best self forward every day. Let’s hear it for a nicely shaped crewneck or v-neck that isn’t stretched out of shape. Or a bit yellow around the edges. You’re already approaching hero status.
He needs a soft, flannel shirt.
Every man has a softer side, and that’s exactly why your ruggedly handsome fella is going to love wearing one of our men’s flannel shirts this winter. Our Flagship flannel shirts are made from ringspun combed cotton and are carefully brushed on both sides for a softer hand and a more comfortable wear. Plus they come in a variety of both solid colors and classic plaid patterns, whatever his personal preference may be. But why limit his love of flannel to just those cold winter months? Give him one of our All Season flannel shirts that’s lightweight enough to be worn all year round without compromising on quality. On second thought, maybe get him two. Because you know this one’s going to be a favorite. He can wear it unbuttoned over one of the new t-shirts you got him. Show him how to wear it untucked, over his jeans, with a fun pair of hiking boots. Sure, he can wear it tucked into his chinos with a belt firmly in place and a pair of casual loafers. That is the point of flannel. It’s so versatile. He can’t get it wrong.
Give him a warm winter coat that fits.
Protect him from the snow this season with a warm and functional men’s winter coat to help him stay safe all winter long. He’ll appreciate the warmth and versatility he gets from a men’s water-resistant down coat as he shovels the driveway. If he’s more of a parka guy, give him the extra protection of a waterproof men’s Squall Parka. He’ll really like how cool he looks pitching the kids precision perfect snowballs they hit outta the park with their stick bats.
Upgrade his boots and gloves.
Upgrade his outerwear wardrobe with some gloves and boots he never knew he needed – but now won’t be able to survive winter without. Keep his busy hands warm with a pair (or 2) of insulated gloves.Once you have his hands covered (literally) you can focus on finding the right waterproof boots to fit his on-the-move lifestyle. You know, something that’s always up for a challenge with a waterproof rubber shell and can face the harshest of storms without getting cold feet – like a boot with some seriously warm and comfortable 600-gram Thermolite insulation.
Men’s flannel pajama pants.
However your guy spends his day, we’re pretty sure that he thinks coming home to you is easily the best part. Keep him happy and relaxed at home this winter and give your man a pair of men’s flannel pajama pants to unwind in at the end of a long day. Made of ringspun cotton, the fabric is strong and durable but also exceptionally soft and cuddly ‐ kind of like him. He’ll love the traditional fit designed with comfort in mind and you’ll love seeing him so relaxed. It’s a win win really.

How to Get Chocolate Out of Clothing in 5 Steps

• June 17, 2020
• Alan

Whether you’re a parent of small children or simply the victim of a melted-chocolate fiasco, getting chocolate on clothing can feel like a disaster. Fortunately, returning clothes to their original, chocolate-free state may be easier than you think. If you’re hoping to rescue your favorite pair of jeans, a beloved T-shirt, or just about anything else, here’s a quick guide to how to get chocolate out of clothing in just a few simple steps.

1. Remove Any Excess
   Using a dull butter knife or spoon, carefully remove any excess chocolate that’s resting on the surface of the clothing. Be careful not to spread the chocolate during this step and use a gentle scooping motion to avoid pressing chocolate further into the fibers of the fabric.
2. Rinse
   Taking care not to spread the stain, turn the garment inside out, and then place the back of the affected area under a stream of cold running water. This will help flush out the chocolate while preventing it from becoming further embedded in the fabric. It may be tempting to wring or rub the fabric during this step, but resist the urge—thoroughly rinsing the fabric prior to more detailed washing is essential to removing chocolate from clothing.
3. Apply Detergent
   Focusing specifically on the stained area, gently place a few drops of laundry detergent onto the tip of your finger, and then rub it into the stain. (Gentle, nonchemical dishwashing liquid can work too.) Allow the liquid to fully saturate the fabric, and then let the garment soak in cold, clean water. Every three minutes or so, gently massage and rinse the stain, repeating about five times or until the stain fades.
4. Launder as Usual
   Once you’ve got the chocolate out of your clothing, it’s time to go ahead and wash your garment as usual. For especially tough stains, it may be a good idea to start off with a bleach-free stain remover. Stick to cold water only and avoid the dryer until the stain has been 100% removed.
5. Or Opt for Dry-Cleaning
   For fabrics that you wouldn’t normally machine-wash, the best way to remove chocolate may be to leave it to professionals. Fabrics like silk, wool, and rayon tend to respond best to dry cleaning when it comes to difficult stains. Always check the care label instructions and do your best to act swiftly—the sooner you can get to work on a stain, the more likely it is that you’ll be able to remove it completely.

How to Get Paint Out of Clothing in 4 Steps

• June 17, 2020
• Alan

Unless you’re going for that intentionally paint-splatted look, odds are you’re not thrilled when you get paint on your clothing. Since paint is made to stain, this can feel like a disaster on par with spilling red wine on a white sofa. There’s good news, however: Spilling paint on your clothing isn’t quite the calamity you’re envisioning. In fact, restoring your clothing to its original status is fairly straightforward with the right tools. There’s one thing note before we dive in: If this is a particularly pricey or cherished garment, professional dry cleaning may be the safest route to take.
Read on to learn how to get paint out of clothing in just four simple steps.
What You’ll Need
The most important item you’ll need to have on hand is isopropyl alcohol. This nearly magical cleansing agent is also a good idea to keep stocked for disinfecting cuts and scrapes, treating most fabric stains, and keeping your workstation clean.
You’ll also need some warm water, a clean cloth, and an old toothbrush.
Note that the following fabrics cannot be cleaned with this method—take them to the dry cleaners instead: silk, wool, acetate, and rayon.
What to Do

1. Wet the Fabric
   There’s no need to soak the garment, but you’ll want the affected area to be fully damp before proceeding to the next step. Be sure to use clean, warm water.
2. Apply the Isopropyl Alcohol
   Thoroughly saturate the paint-stained section of clothing with the isopropyl alcohol. Note, the higher the concentration the better: Aim to use 99% alcohol if possible.
3. Scrub the Paint
   Using your brush, get to work scrubbing the paint. As the alcohol works its magic, you should see the paint begin to dry, flake, and crumble. When bits of paint loosen, remove them with your cloth or by hand, and don’t be shy about periodically flushing the area with additional alcohol as you go.
4. Wash the Item
   Once you’ve thoroughly removed the paint, complete the process by laundering your article of clothing as usual. Unless the garment has special care instructions, machine wash on warm, and then dry it however you normally would. Do not run the garment through a warm wash or dry cycle if paint still lingers, as this process will “bake in” stains.

Work Dresses for Women, Wear to Work Dress

• June 11, 2020
• Alan

Summer is here and summer time evenings are the perfect time to arrange a cocktail party with your friends and closed types. So why dont you plan 1 more than the weekend. Make a list of all the individuals that you intend to invite. Determine on the menu and the beverages. There is an additional factor that you require to decide. As a hostess you require to be impeccably dressed to make the right impression. So why dont you buy the most beautiful cocktail gown? But with so many things to do you barely have the time to shop. But if you strategy cautiously you can shop that too without stepping out of your house. Questioning how that is possible? Well when you have internet accessibility why dont you make the most of it? Check out the online websites to select from a various assortment of cocktail celebration Women Dresses To Work.
Now the query is which fashion to buy? Nicely there are so many different designs that you are certain to get spoiled for choices. But lets make things simple. Take into account your physique construction when you are buying the dress. If you have wide shoulders then avoid off shoulder Women Dresses To Work, rather opt for Women Dresses To Work with skinny straps or with 1 shoulder so as to consider absent the eyes from your shoulder. In case you are petite steer clear of long flowing Women Dresses To Work as they will make you look more short, instead opt for short Women Dresses To Work with a plunging neckline so as to give the impression of peak.
Subsequent you require to determine on the colour of your dress. Have you set any specific colour concept for your party? If yes then adhere to the colour concept or else you are usually open to experimentation. Try out unusual colors like electrical blue, candy orange, or choose for Women Dresses To Work that are higher on the lace aspect. The very best part about these on-line stores is that they have almost all the various types of cocktail celebration Women Dresses To Work, as this kind of you wont discover much difficulty in discovering the dress that you like and would love to flaunt.
So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and verify out these websites and check out the wide collection of cocktail party Women Dresses To Work to select the one that you like the most. As soon as you make the online payment, they will deliver the dress at the deal with supplied. So you see you can effortlessly purchase the ideal gown from the ease and comfort of your home and that as well with out spending hrs on it. So go forward and make the most of this feature and rock your cocktail celebration. Show everybody how to dress in style without punching a hole in your pocket.

Pretty Dress Trends Fashion People Are Wearing Indoors

• June 6, 2020
• Alan

Now that it’s starting to truly feel like summer in most parts of the country, it’s getting to be too hot for all the heavy loungewear we stocked up on several months ago and beyond that, many of us are tiring of wearing the same sweatpants over and over (myself included). One solution to summer dressing while staying comfortable at home? The house dress. These easy throw-on dresses have always trended this time of year, but this year, they’ve become even more appealing—and that only means one thing: Time to usher in a new round of trends.
Once again, fashion people have proven to be a huge source of inspiration here, as they’re the first to test out these new dress trends and show the rest of us how to style them. From the loose and languid maxi dresses to cotton ribbed-knit styles and pretty smocking, this summer’s crop of house dresses couldn’t be any prettier. Whether you plan on lounging around, working from home, or, you know, just taking a nap, keep scrolling to see and shop the pretty dress trends that define the perfect house dress.
Reliable Ribbing
You know your favorite ribbed tank top? These are everything we love about them in dress form—they’re easy to throw on but still sleek and polished. Accessorize with some chunky gold jewelry and you have yourself a look.
Loose and Languid
Flowy and floor-grazing with barely-there staps, this summer’s maxi dresses will have you feeling like you’re on vacation without ever having to leave home.
Serious Smocking
Fact: Put smocking details on any garment and it becomes instantly more appealing. How is it that the stretchy fabric is comfortable, suits everyone, and is a magnet for compliments and kind words? Try one of these pretty frocks and see for yourself.
Sultry Slips
Boudoir-inspired dressing was a major trend on the runways, so we’re not surprised to see these lacy slip dresses bubble up for summer.
Backless Beauties
From cutouts to lace-up straps, showing a little skin is, well, in, and you can’t deny how stunning some of these backless dresses are.