Father’s Day Gift Guide Whether you are giving a gift to an old school dad, a new dad, a single dad or a classic dad, one thing is sure: he definitely doesn’t need another necktie. Buying a gift for your father (or a friend who happens to be a father) can be a challenging task, as every man has his own style, preference and taste. Listed below are some classic Father’s Day gift ideas that a father of any walk…
Year: 2013
Product Spotlight: J.W. Hulme Co. Portage Overnight Briefcase LE
Designed for experienced travelers, the Limited Edition J.W. Hulme Co. Overnight Briefcase in Portage is a superb example of travel bags for men. Each leather briefcase is handmade using brass, comfortable lining, unbreakable thread, and top grain leathers. Possessing multiple compartments that can be secured using attached zippers, this product has no shortage of the storage space needed to hold business documents and a change of clothes for professional men heading out on overnight trips. Although its founder started out…
Straight Razor vs Safety Razor: Pros and Cons
For beginners, using a straight razor can seem daunting because the learning curve is steeper than with a safety razor. However, for some gentlemen, there is simply no substitute for the close shave that only a straight razor can provide. For these men, shaving using a cutthroat razor is a labor of love, and they learn to savor the routine. Time is one of the considerations when choosing to use a straight razor or a safety razor. Some men believe…
TOBS Grapefruit Shaving Cream: a Fendrihan Exclusive
Fendrihan is the first worldwide retailer (besides the actual manufacturer) to stock Taylor of Old Bond Street’s freshest offering: Grapefruit Shaving Cream, available now through our online men’s shaving store. Welcome spring with an order of this zesty new fragrance from London’s wet-shaving experts. Click to buy TOBS Grapefruit.
The Very Best Men’s Shavers Featured in NewsMax Magazine
Men are rediscovering the comfort and ease of a double-edged safety razor according to Steve Goldstone, writing The Very Best column in NewsMax’s March 2013 edition.
Hair Pomade: From Extreme Styles to Classic Definition
Looking at the development of hair grooming since the 1930s, we can conclude that products have significantly multiplied while trends have grown in and out of fashion. A styling trick that the past gentleman taught the modern one is how to be well groomed using hair pomade for men. Iconic personalities like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash or Brad Pitt are known to have defined their hair styles by using this moisture rich, shine adding formula.
How to Sharpen Razor Blades and Make Them Last Longer
If you are a sophisticated man who appreciates a smooth shave, then you may find yourself wondering how to sharpen razor blades. You may be surprised to learn that some shaving enthusiasts warn that sharpening modern double-edge blades is not recommended, as this causes them to lose their protective titanium or chrome coatings. They claim that these films can also deposit on the sharpening device, ruining it. Fortunately, DE blades are affordable so you will be able to replace them…
How to Use Wet-Shaving Products for Gentlemen
How to Use a Shaving Brush If you are new to wet-shaving, you may need to learn how to use a shaving brush. Fortunately, it’s not very difficult. Here are the basic steps to using your brush. First, make sure you wet it thoroughly by soaking it in warm water for several minutes. Simply rinsing the brush under the sink is insufficient to adequately wet it; soaking is best. Next, Shake off the excess water. Now you are ready to…