For many white/black tie events – a bow tie is part of the required dress code. Yet, in today’s society, we see this unique garment less and less. Even on television, bow ties only appear on shows like Mad Men (that take place in the past!) Gents – that doesn’t mean you ca...
Learn how to dress the hourglass body shape and find out which dresses, pants, tops and skirts are best for hourglass shaped women.
Broad enough for the shoulders without a sharp taper will leave too much cloth billowing around the waist and piling up around the hips. Trousers will need to be worn high enough to drape over the bottom rather than cinching tight around it and chopping it off visually. A longer jacket in...
How to soften a suede jacket There are a few ways to soften a suede jacket. You can tumble dry it in the dryer without heat, blow-dry the suede jacket, apply a specific suede conditioner to the surface of the jacket, get the jacket dry-cleaned, or simply wear it all the time. ...
While you don’t want to start the race overdressed—in fact, you may want to underdress, especially if you’re running a longer race—it might be chilly at the start and you might be waiting in your corral for a little while. If this is the case, bring an extra layer for warming...
Long runs are also used as dress rehearsals for your race, so you should use them to practice race fueling and hydration strategies. These runs allow you to very gradually build up your maximum mileage. In my training plan, you’ll notice that the longest run is 19 miles or around 30km...
both overly long and overly short will disrupt the proportions of your pants to the rest of your body, and the result can look odd. Since you can buy denim based on a waist size as well as an inseam, it’s typically easier to get a pair of denim to fit off the rack. If they do...
This blog will explain how to "MacGyver" and DYI. There will be tips on home maintenance and home repair. I will also share great motorcycle rides both road and dual sport.
Loafers-Slip-on shoes without laces, often made of leather. Less formal than oxfords. Can be worn with a suit or with more casual pants. Dress Boots- Usually made of leather and come in a variety of styles. Come up high on the ankle and lace up. Should not be worn with a suit, ...
There are two ways to sew a hem: by hand or with a sewing machine. While the latter is obviously faster, the former allows you to sew a hem without many tools. If you can, set up your sewing machine for your hem; use a straight stitch for a double-fold hem.[1] 2 Fold your ...