🍁 happy fall, but let's slow it down a bit...
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Hey Reader, “Don’t be intimidated by what you don’t know. That can be your greatest strength and ensure that you do things differently from everyone else.”
–Sara Blakely This is The Style Dispatch, your weekly read that pairs perfectly with a warm PSL. Happy fall, y’all! But even though the calendar says fall, you may still be holding onto thoughts of summer in the sun. And so – while it’s still September – I’m going to continue with warm weather themes for those who aren't quite ready to let go of the season just yet. In today's Style Dispatch:
GROOMING GUIDE 💨 A Primer on Choosing the Right FragranceNo man’s look is complete, whether formal, dress or casual, without the necessary application of proper fragrance. To discuss fragrances properly, let’s examine the history of men’s fragrance, the different scent families, importance in choosing the right fragrance and how to properly apply it. The right fragrance, properly applied, undoubtedly turns every man into someone special. Related: My Summer Fragrance Collection. An Abridged History of FragranceThe creation of scents has a long, long history. In Mesopotamia, flowers were mixed with aromatics and water. Then the Egyptians added ingredients like rose petals and peppermint to newly created glass “perfume bottles”. The Romans and Persians then refined the concoctions and peaked when Napoleon rose to power in 1700 France.
STYLE GUIDE 🩳 Shorts Style for Men & Mistakes to AvoidWhat if I told you that shorts can be stylish, ultra versatile, dressed up or dressed down, and worn with a myriad of different types of shoes — would you believe me? One of the reasons I started Gentleman Within is because my friends would ask me for style advice. I thought to myself, there's got to be other style conscious men out there — why not share what I know. Related: The Best Warm Weather Fabrics. So when a good friend from high school requested an article on how to wear shorts and what type of shoes he should be wearing with them, I had to oblige. Dan, this one's for you, and anyone else seeking advice on how to wear shorts with style.
IN REVIEW ⌚ Is Watch Gang Worth A Subscription?There really is a subscription service out there for everyone. When it comes to watch enthusiasts and straight up watch lovers, there’s a subscription box called Watch Gang. Watch Gang is a subscription club similar to other beauty boxes or sport related monthly subscription boxes. There’s literally a box for everything these days. But as you might have guessed, Watch Gang is all about watches. Want to know if this niche subscription service is worth it? You'll want to keep reading.
HABITS 💎 How Often Do You Record Your Good Days?This is a gem I recently read from the brilliant Seth Godin. Here’s a useful habit that’s more than a hack… The next time things are going well, when a project is about to launch, when a meeting has been successful, when the sun is shining… take your phone and go for a walk. Hit record on an audio app and make a twenty-minute audiobook. Talk about what you know, what you see, what you hope for. Talk about the change you seek to make and how you’re going to get there. And then save it. Save it for when you need to hear from that person who recorded it. It might become the best audiobook you own. 📖 In Case You Missed It• The Athleisure Style Guide & Best Brands • The Ultimate Business Casual Dress Code • The Ever Cool Jay Butler Loafer (In Review) • The Definitive T-Shirt Guide & How to Wear • Best Chukka Boots Guide (All You Need to Know) • How to Attract Women (Leave Them Wanting You)
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