Category: Style Guides
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Most lifters hit a wall after their second year of training. The reason? It’s usually not what they think. While beginners see rapid gains from almost any program, intermediate lifters often get stuck in the same high-volume routines that worked at first. Mike Mentzer’s Heavy Duty philosophy flips this script by dialing up intensity and…
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Pitti Uomo stands as the world’s most important menswear trade show and, honestly, a bit of a cultural phenomenon. This twice-yearly gathering in Florence, Italy has shaped how men dress for six decades. Since 1964, Pitti Uomo has transformed from a small Italian trade fair into a global fashion powerhouse that defines menswear trends and…
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A $15,000 jacket sounds wild to most people, right? But Kiton’s handcrafted masterpieces are more than just clothing—they’re a kind of wearable art, steeped in centuries of tailoring tradition and made from the best stuff imaginable. Kiton’s $15,000 jacket justifies its price through hand-selected fabrics, 25 hours of artisan labor, and construction techniques that create…
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Vince Gironda’s 10×10 protocol is one of those old-school muscle-building secrets that barely gets mentioned these days. Most modern lifters have never heard of it, which is a shame, honestly. This vintage bodybuilding method is all about doing 10 sets of 10 reps with very short rest between sets. It’s a weird hybrid—part strength, part…
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CrossFit’s been at the center of heated debates in the fitness world. Critics question its safety and effectiveness, while die-hard fans swear by the results. A lot of the drama comes from confusion about what CrossFit actually is and how it stacks up against other training styles. Turns out, research shows CrossFit delivers health outcomes…
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Finding the right suit as a tall guy? Honestly, it can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Most standard sizes run short in the sleeves and torso, leaving you with jackets that ride up and pants that look suspiciously like capris. The best online suit brands for tall men include Indochino, SuitSupply,…
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Smell plays a bigger role in attraction than most of us realize. Our noses can pick up thousands of different scents, and these smells shoot signals straight to the parts of the brain that handle emotions and memories. Research shows that certain cologne ingredients can actually make someone appear more attractive to others. Scientists have…
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Your expensive cologne can lose its scent and go bad if you don’t store it right. Heat, light, and air exposure are the main enemies that break down the fragrance oils and change how your cologne smells. To keep cologne fresh, store it in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and temperature changes.…
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Eating a mountain of eggs to build muscle? Sounds wild, but the results are hard to ignore. The 36-egg challenge, made famous by old-school bodybuilding trainer Vince Gironda, claims to deliver muscle gains on par with steroids. One guy recently gained 13 pounds of muscle eating 30 eggs a day for a month. It’s not…
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Let’s be honest: most guys want to look sharp without overthinking it or spending a fortune. A well-planned formal capsule wardrobe is about 15-20 solid pieces, chosen with intent, that mix and match for dozens of business or formal looks. It’s all about picking versatile items that work together, not just collecting random stuff that…