I know, it sounds like a contradiction, doesn’t it? But this is a wonderful service I’ve just discovered and I must share it with you. It is absolutely the best way for guys to shop for clothes – quite brilliant. It’s always said that we girls love to shop for clothes but guys hate it. I’m sure that’s too much of a generalization (I hate the mall) but I do think that buying clothes isn’t necessarily a thing men love. Now, we have the answer.

And ladies, you can give the men in your life a gift certificate to get them started. So what is it and how does it work? It’s brilliant.

Let me say from the start that this is a membership site but there are no membership fees or anything like that, making this an even greater ... Read More »]]> http://tastesmagazine.com/trunk-club-personal-online-shopping-for-men/feed/ 0 http://tastesmagazine.com/gentlemen-you-deserve-a-bespoke-suit/ http://tastesmagazine.com/gentlemen-you-deserve-a-bespoke-suit/#comments Sat, 18 Oct 2014 08:32:13 +0000 Jackie http://tastesmagazine.com/?p=2201

This company provides the most amazing service and it also has a fascinating history which explains just why. But first, let me tell you about how this service operates. You can have, thanks to the internet, a bespoke, made-just-for-you suit (or shirt or blazer) that is guaranteed to be a superb fit, to look remarkably stylish, but without the hassle of tedious measuring and fitting or having to visit the tailoring capitals of the world. What’s more, this is a luxury you can afford.

The company was stared by a businesswoman who realized that her husband, even when dressed in his Armani suits, looked as stylish as he should. Once he’d had a made-to-measure suit, she realized why. A garment made to ‘fit all’ was never going to be truly elegant. And so ... Read More »]]> http://tastesmagazine.com/gentlemen-you-deserve-a-bespoke-suit/feed/ 0 http://tastesmagazine.com/cool-cufflinks/ http://tastesmagazine.com/cool-cufflinks/#comments Fri, 17 Oct 2014 16:51:01 +0000 Jackie http://tastesmagazine.com/?p=5443

Here at Tastes, we’re so pleased that men are wearing cufflinks – that is, the stylish man. They went out of favour for a few years – thank goodness that the man with taste is now reviving this wonderful jewellery product.

We absolutely adore this range. The prices start at under $100 but you can go as high as $9000 if ‘the man who has everything’ is on your gift list.

These are made by artisans and craftspeople throughout the world but sold and shipped by an American company that has made these wonderful cufflinks available online.

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Our seriously stylish favourites.These are made with genuine vintage watch parts. A rather cool steampunk look, I think.

You know that we love to search the internet for usual gift ideas and we’ve found a wonderful one here. I know that you’ll agree that these are wonderfully stylish items but they have an incredible history.

Although we look for fabulous gift ideas, we always like to bring you goods that are made from sustainable or recycled materials and I believe that these Elvis and Kresse items can’t be beaten. I doubt that you’ve guessed what these bags, wallets, tech cases and belts are made from so read on.

This material has been providing life-saving services for about twenty years before being crafted into these fabulous items. The recycled fire hoses come from the  London fire service. Once it no longer conforms to their incredibly high safety standards, the hose material is converted by craftsmen into these wonderful, top quality items.

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For every man who is happy to dress up as a banana on Halloween, there is another who has absolutely no desire to dress as a fruit, vegetable, superhero, pirate or knight in shining armor. There are also those who love to dress up – in the evening at a costume party – but has to remain sober-suited during the business day but would still like to make some concession to the occasion.

If either of those descriptions are talking about you – or one of the men in your life – then this selection is for you. Any several of these ties are not just able to be worn in Halloween – look at our featured version below – isn’t that a great gift idea for a chiropractor? Some, such as the pumpkin patch design, are ... Read More »]]> http://tastesmagazine.com/halloween-and-spooky-ties/feed/ 0 http://tastesmagazine.com/where-to-buy-the-best-bow-ties/ http://tastesmagazine.com/where-to-buy-the-best-bow-ties/#comments Sat, 11 Oct 2014 14:47:30 +0000 Jackie http://tastesmagazine.com/?p=5353

We are delighted to have discovered the place to buy bow ties online. Don’t you agree that a man wearing a stylish bow tie just has that certain something?

The site offers those which are already tied so are simplicity themselves to wear but for the connoisseur who prides himself on his sartorial skills, self-tie versions are available too.  I love the polka dots and the stripes (see below) but they are also available in a wide variety of fabrics – including novelty designs.

Many are absolutely perfect for weddings – there’s something for every taste and every occasion.

Whilst you’re at the site, take a look too at the regular ties, the cufflinks and all the wonderful accessories they have available.

Oh, and despite that fact that I referred to these as men’s items, they look great on girls too.

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Colored shoelaces add a touch of style and a subtle pop of color to even the most formal outfits. For many years, colored shoelaces have been available for casual wear but now, they are also available to buy online – versions that are suitable for the dressiest and most formal shoe.

The best way to make the most of these is to learn how to tie them in stylish ways. There’s little point in using these stylish products if you neglect to make the most of them.

They are terrific for weddings too. If the groom and his attendants select laces in the bride’s chosen featured color, they add such style. Which tying method do you prefer? I love the straight bar look (see the image below) but the lattice method is truly funky and not for the faint-hearted. Click the links ... Read More »]]> http://tastesmagazine.com/buy-and-tie-colored-shoelaces/feed/ 0 http://tastesmagazine.com/designer-cufflinks-stylish-and-fun/ http://tastesmagazine.com/designer-cufflinks-stylish-and-fun/#comments Sun, 28 Sep 2014 08:11:53 +0000 Jackie http://tastesmagazine.com/?p=1549

For several years now, the stylish man won’t be seen without wearing cufflinks, especially for business meetings or formal occasions. I don’t know about you but in the past I’ve found it hard to find stylish, designer versions and that’s why I was delighted to find this website. You’ll find cufflinks from top designers in sophisticated settings.

The company also has a fun range, plus a selection that are suitable to support the military. There certainly is something to suit every man here. You can choose designs suitable to his hobby, his occupation … even retro versions.

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This is a wonderful initiative by Michael Kors. Every time someone buys a watch from this exclusive range, $25 is donated to the United Nations World Food Program to alleviate world hunger. You receive a wonderful, top-quality timepiece and the donation creates a hundred meals for needy children. At time of writing, over 600,000 meals have been donated.

The watches are available in two colorways and in two sizes – suitable for men or for women. They have all the features you’d expect from a top quality timepiece and each arrives in its own beautifully presented clam shell box. What a perfect gift – for a hundred and one people in one single purchase.

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What we really love about this range of fabulous designer jewelry is that the majority of the pieces can be customized; mostly at no extra cost. For example, when you select a ring as a gift for your guy, it can have the inside engraved with the message of your choice absolutely free; making your gift truly unique.

Choose the metal – select from white, yellow or rose gold. Select the color of the stones – you decide. Your gift will be presented and packaged in signature gray and purple and a certificate of authenticity is also enclosed. Create a family heirloom.

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The word from the style gurus in the world of weddings is that titanium is increasing immensely in popularity today, especially for men. This metal looks great; it’s incredibly durable and is also particularly affordable. In addition, these rings are easy to order online.

We have discovered a company that we can’t wait to tell you about. In addition to these fabulous rings, they sell gold and silver bullion, earrings, necklaces, cufflinks and other jewelry for both men and women. They are an online retailer only so avoid the overheads that bricks & mortar stores have to pass on to you, the customer. This jewelry company is based in Canada and offers free shipping to Canada and the United States. Prices start at under $50. Take a look at the website for great gift ideas.

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Underwear – socks and shorts – were always a default gift choice for men and, shall we say, somewhat boring. But these lovely examples from Gap can spice up any man’s clothing collection. There’s no excuse for boring underwear any more!

Gap offers shorts, briefs, boxers and socks that coordinate beautifully. Why not order a week’s worth and have fun matching them creatively? There are fun designs for boxers, as well as gorgeously colored stripes – scroll down to see a few of the fabric designs available.

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These make great gifts too. Use the arrows to navigate and hover your mouse over the image to get further details. (If your connection isn’t very speedy, give the slideshow  little time to load.)

There is something undeniably stylish about a bracelet on a strong male wrist! Increasingly men are showing their flair and their own personal style by choosing the best from well-known design houses such as Gucci, Miansai and Fendi. These sturdy and fashionable pieces of jewelry use silver, leather, beads and even rubber to create these fabulous pieces.

Jewelry is being increasingly appreciated by our menfolk. Bracelets in particular make a strong fashion statement and any one of this lovely selection makes a fabulous gift for the man in your life.

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Armani has set the standard in fine Italian design for almost forty years. Known worldwide, the brand has grown and flourished thanks to its high standards and impeccable design work.  Georgio Armani founded his empire with its beginnings in menswear featuring sophisticated and sleek lines – very typical of Italian quality and style.

One aspect of Armani design that’s appreciated by all is that it’s extremely affordable. An Armani watch, for example, can be bought for as little as under two hundred dollars and yet adds and elegance and style that’s purely understated and quintessentially European; suggesting true elegance and sophistication.

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Use the arrows to see our choices. There’s something for everyone. See designer links, those for sports fans, musicians and many more.

Just as there’s a wide variety of styles, there’s a huge price range too – starting at under $50. There was a time when cufflinks were considered to be a rather boring gift – these days they are the epitome of style.