believing, and when management sees you presenting yourself as one of them, they’ll believe you should join the party. Obviously having the quality of your work stand out is important. However, it’s not enough to seal the deal for advancement. Why? Many times the impression we make on others is based on quick, seemingly inconsequential [...]
For many, the average men’s shirt is simply a garment of utility - one that is worn by men across the world for reasons of function and not necessarily fashion. But this attitude belies the hundreds of years of trends in men’s shirts. From the typical collarless shirts with billowing sleeves worn by classical painters [...]
Advertisements for Polo Ralph Lauren show a world populated by beautiful trust-fund families on their leafy estates. But how far should a company go to propel that image into the public consciousness? A few current and former employees say Polo crossed the line. Two onetime sales associates joined a class-action lawsuit this week alleging that [...]
(c) 2008 Wes FernleyWhile it might occasionally seem that the collar is not a terribly important part of a tailored dress shirt, the fact of the matter is that a collar can make or break a shirt. The collar is not only a part of your shirt; it helps to frame your face. If the [...]
As we go to work, we never know what the day would bring - a great business deal, a report that would show that sales was just not good last month, a meeting with a new high-profile client wanting to do business with us. We can never tell what would happen in one workday. We [...]
Even though Thomas Jefferson said ‘All Men Were Created Equal’, when it comes to clothing and body type, this bold statement is totally false! Even though men have fewer curves, men’s bodies vary a lot when compared to women’s, knowing how to dress up for your body type as well as the styles that has [...]
(c) 2008 Wes FernleyColor and StyleThe first step in choosing your custom fit tailored dress shirt is to select a color and style of shirt. If you are a more conservative dresser or work in a strict office environment, traditional colors such as light blue and white will be your best bet. Typically conservative dress [...]
For the best look, everyman should have bespoke dress shirts made. Also known as (but not exactly the same) custom or tailored dress shirts, bespoke dress shirts ensure the best fit possible as well as accommodating for all other features that you desire. With bespoke dress shirts, you’ll be able to design almost every part [...]
Corporate America standards have historically dictated how we dress in the business office. For many years it was unheard of to go to work without nylons if you were a woman or a shirt and tie if you were a man. In recent years, however, the trend towards dressing up for the office and many [...]
(c) 2008 Wes Fernley“What color dress shirt should I wear?” is a commonly asked question. There are many different things that go into choosing the proper color for a dress shirt. While for conservative dressers, colors such as light blue or white shirts are generally safe, if you are looking for a bit more fashion [...]
