Buying new socks and underwear is hard to get excited about.
Even a man who enjoys upgrading his wardrobe is unlikely to start with the small items.
It's easy enough to get socks, underwear, undershirts, and so on that are perfectly acceptable that most of us don't try to go beyond those basics. Walk into a Wamart, Target, Macy's, wherever; buy a five-pack in a neutral color and call it a day.
There are a few problems with this admittedly easy approach:
1. You're stuck with the cheap ...
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Habit 8 – Layout Your Clothing At Night
Do you remember the Jetsons? Watch how George wakes up......
Did you notice how his entire routine was automated - it would have been harder for George to dress in something different than his "well fitted clothing" as it was ready and already laid out for him.
It was laid out for him - it was EASIER to dress well than dress poorly.
The best way to ensure you are a well-dressed man is to make it easy to dress well. Like water - we flow to the path of least resistance.
You want ...
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Habit 7 – Wait Before Buying
When it comes time to make a serious and substantial clothing purpose, patience is a useful habit.
Unless you're the sort of man who routinely lays out thousands of dollars on clothes at one go (most of us aren't) there's a vertigo-like rush associated with deciding to invest serious money in a serious piece of clothing.
Business suits are the most likely culprit, but other high-ticket items like handmade leather shoes or even just a very nice tie can be a jolt if you've never spent in ...
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Habit 6 – Maintaining Your Clothing
Stocking a good wardrobe doesn't happen in a day, and there's always room for improvement.
You'll add pieces and remove them as time goes on, updating your look to stay contemporary or just pruning out the well-used articles when they become too worn.
Keeping pieces of the wardrobe repaired and in continuing good shape saves money -- and knowing when to finally let something go saves face.
Adjustments and Repairs
Some adjustments can be made when you purchase clothing; others will ...
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Habit 5 – Use Shoe Trees
We've talked in detail about how to care for the outside of your shoes: cleaning, conditioning, and polishing leather to keep it supple and long-lasting.
Caring for the insides is just as important.
Your shoe needs more than external maintenance to stay in good shape. And the single best tool you can buy to keep the shoe in good shape internally is, luckily, a cheap and simple one: the shoe tree.
What Are Shoe Trees?
Shoe trees are tools in the rough shape of a foot, usually made ...
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Habit 4 – Properly Lace Shoes
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New shoes come to us pristine -- clean, neat, well-shined; the laces done just so. We immediately begin ruining that neat appearance the first time we put them on.
Careful maintenance can keep the leather in good shape, but nothing will keep the laces from eventually wearing out and snapping, or gathering so much dust and dirt that it's worth removing them to protect the shoes. And then there's polishing, which requires you to remove the ...
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Habit 3 – Polish Your Shoes
Polishing your own shoes -- is there a more manly ritual?
A good shave, perhaps. But the smell of shoe polish and the feel of the buffing rag is a part of making your way as a man.
Well-cared for shoes speak volumes about their wearer. So do scuffed, badly-polished shoes -- and they don't say anything good.
The Need for Well-Polished Dress Shoes
Polish isn't just for making a good impression, though it does that too.
Shoe polish is made from waxes or other compounds specifically ...
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Habit 2 – Condition Your Shoes
Leather shoes are made from animal hides that need treatment and care just the same as our skin. A good pair shoes can last for decades if it's treated well, but the leather needs regular cleaning and conditioning to keep it smooth and supple. Untended leather dries, cracks, and eventually splits apart as the fibers weaken.
The first step to good shoe care is cleaning your shoes regularly. A dusting off every time you wear them and a more thorough cleaning every few months (depending on wear ...
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Bonus – Habits Of Stylish Men
Habit 1 – Clean Your Shoes
Shoes are an investment -- one of the more expensive items in a man's daily wardrobe. They're also one of the most exposed to wear and tear. Good shoe care can see a pair through years of use; negligent care will make footwear a regular and expensive need.
Proper care of leather shoes takes three distinct stages: cleaning the leather, restoring and moisturizing it, and polishing it. Many men cut corners, with the end result of shortening shoes' lifespans considerably. It's worth taking ...
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