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Size matters. No, seriously…

HOW TO SIZE UP THIS PROM

Unless you want to turn up to Prom looking like you borrowed your dad’s old suit – too long on the leg, embarrassingly wide at the waist – there are some hard facts to be learnt. You’ve got to size it up right to avoid looking like an extra in The Inbetweeners. Yeah, a belt may keep those trousers from falling to your ankles, but it doesn’t mean they look good. Take notes from the master. It’s all about the perfect fit.

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The fit

You’re one of four guys. The sharp character (skinny fit), the smooth operator (slim), the gent (tailored) or the straight-up classic (regular). Whilst the skinny fit features thin lapels and a close-fit trouser, the slim is all about a sharp-shouldered jacket and a narrowleg trouser. Are you the gent? The tailored suit abides by the core rules of tailoring, whilst the regular is a classic, with a looser fit.

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JACKETS & SHIRTS

Once you’ve picked your fit there’s one thing you need to know about sizing up a jacket. It should always be 4-6 inches bigger than your waist size. And when it comes to the sleeves, these should be measured from the shoulder to the cuff. For the shirt, measure your neck size. Avoid getting hot under the collar by leaving room to breathe.

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Trousers

Who wears the trousers? You do. When it comes to measuring, run a tape around your natural waistline. Don’t be alarmed, this is likely to be a size bigger than your jeans. You haven’t over done the bulk. For length, you need to measure your inside leg from crotch to ankle bone (the trousers should sit on the shoe). It’s tricky to maneuver alone, get help from a trusted mate.

Posted March 29th, 2017 in Uncategorised.

Keep it clean

How to polish your shoes

If you want to know how to take care of your new football boots, you ask Beckham. If you want to know how to polish your shoes for prom, you ask me. A pair of sturdy leathers can last you a lifetime, but not if you knock them about. You’ve got to treat them right. It’s real simple, these are the steps you need to know.

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Step 1: Cleanse

Treat your shoes like you treat your face. The key to crack-free, shiny leather is a good old moisturise. First things first, remove the laces (just like you don’t want cream in your hair, you don’t want polish on your laces). Next, wipe away any surface dirt with a brush. Here comes the cleanse. Apply leather conditioner to an old t-shirt and rub in a circular motion. This will fill in your cracks.

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STEP 2: POLISH

Choose a cream or wax based polish in a shade that matches your shoes. If in doubt, go lighter, unless you want to completely change the colour. Apply the polish in a circular motion (like we did with the cleanser), then buff vigorously with a brush and leave your shoes to dry.

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STEP 3: SHINE

In the words of Take That, “let it shine”. But no, seriously. Step one, dab some polish onto the t-shirt, and add a few drops of water onto the leather. Step two, bring the elbow grease. Polish the water away until you’ve got a smooth, shiny, mirror-like finish that would give a member of the military a run for their money.

STEP 4: STEP BACK

It’s time to admire your handy work.

Posted March 29th, 2017 in Uncategorised.

Be a man

Accessorise

Boys, lads, gents. It’s time to bring your A-game. That’s “A” for accessories. A one-step success route to ensuring your look is on-point at prom.

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If anyone knows a thing or two about looking decent, it’s me. And, when it comes to getting dressed up for prom, there are a few things to know. Being a man isn’t just about growing some balls and waiting for your voice to break. It’s about getting your sh** together, being accomplished. My plan is fool proof. These are what I call the five style commandments:

1. It’s all about the finishing touches. There’s no point suiting up if your hair looks like you’ve been driving around with the roof down all day. Slick hair styling is a must.

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2. In all honesty, your trousers should be a perfect fit (thanks to me). However, a belt completes the look. Opt for a simple leather band and buckle if you want your suit to go the extra mile.

3. Tie or bow-tie. Never both (duh). If you’re a Fresh Prince fan, kick it back to the 80’s with the latter. For a classic look, it’s the tie. But at the end of the day, it’s whichever floats your boat.

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4. Don’t forget your cufflinks. Have you ever seen Hardy strutting about with his cuffs hanging loose? No. It’s essential you have a set.

5. Your socks must match. This is not a drill. It’s not hard either. You will wear matching socks to prom.

Posted March 29th, 2017 in Uncategorised.

Let’s get things straight

How to iron like a pro

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Listen up, lads. It’s time to straighten up your act. And don’t even think about asking your mum or dad to help.

You’ve chosen a pair of spot-on trousers (not too tight, never too long), you’ve committed to a velvet lined jacket because you’re going in hard on the suave, and your shirt is ready to be pressed. Do not cut corners, unless you want to look as crumpled as an empty packet of cheese and onion Walkers. It’s time to learn how to iron like a pro.

STEP 1:

Switch on the iron (no sh**).

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STEP 2:

Different fabrics need different heat. “But how do I know what temperature?”. Use your eyes, check the label on your shirt/trousers/jacket, then match up the fabric with the handy dial on the iron.

STEP 3:

Place the item on the board. Shirts get ironed from the collar down, trousers go from the waist to the leg. Iron slowly, but not too slow that you burn your suit. Burning yourself is also to be avoided. The only thing that should be red hot on Prom Night is your suit.

Posted March 29th, 2017 in Uncategorised.

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Posted March 24th, 2017 in Uncategorised.

The ultimate Christmas party outfit

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Got a Christmas party on the radar but tired of the same old black tie look? Take your style cue from The Gentleman Blogger Matthew Zorpas, the sharp dresser who’s all about encouraging men to be a bit braver in their fashion choices.

Case in point: here he shows how embracing a bit of colour can bring your evening look to life. Forget the loud party shirt – Matthew’s look is all about the subtle statement of his inky velvet jacket. Paired with classic men’s eveningwear, a hero jacket is an elegant way to stand out of the party crowd.

Get the look with the Moss 1851 Tailored Fit Teal Velvet Jacket and complement its standout shade with Moss London Skinny Fit Navy Jacquard Dress Trousers and the Moss 1851 Slim Fit Marcella Wing Collar Dress Shirt. A classic silk bow tie will look all the smarter when coordinated with a cummerbund. It’s a crying shame that the traditional cummerbund isn’t in every man’s wardrobe, as it’s just the trick to streamline your silhouette (and hide the evidence of that extra mince pie). As the night goes on, slip the bow tie in your pocket and loosen the collar of your shirt for a look that’ll take you right through to the early hours.

Find your hero velvet jacket here.

SHOP MATTHEW’S LOOK

 

Posted December 4th, 2016 in Uncategorised.

#AskTheExpert – James’ guide to a better night’s sleep

Not getting enough sleep? We’ve asked our wellbeing expert James to give us some tips on how to achieve an amazing night’s sleep!
Sleep is the loyal friend that defends you to the end, but if your always too busy for them there’s not much they can do for you 

In today’s world things are super stimulating especially in a city, life is as much nocturnal as is it early rising and the candle is burnt at both ends. Sleep repairs and rejuvenates cells, it resets hormone levels, it re-charges us cognitively, but at the very minimum we need to be sleeping six hours. Studies show that routinely sleeping below six hours leads to a 12% increased risk of early death so it should be a priority not a burden.

If sleeping a minimum of six hours (7.5 – 8 is ideal) is not possible, a nap during the day will add to the daily total. Anywhere from 30 minutes to 90 minutes will see good result. Exercise in the morning with a good portion of cardiovascular work is one of the most effective tools for inducing quality deep sleep.

Avoiding the obvious like caffeine too late into the afternoon; intense exercise too close to bed is also incredibly stimulating, and a blue light filter is a must for the smartphone, other wise your brain thinks it’s waking up when it should be falling asleep!

James is Personal Trainer and Massage Therapist based in South London. He graduated from Bath University with an honours degree in Sport Health and Fitness Training and holds CYQ and VTCT Level 3 qualifications in Thai Massage Therapy and Personal Training. Passionate about Health and the Body he combines training and movement with therapy and nutrition to enhance health as far as possible. His website is jamestickner.co.uk and follow him on Instagram @jamestickner887

Posted July 25th, 2016 in Uncategorised.

#AskTheExpert – Gavin’s key hair trends for Prom

As you know, we pull upon our 165 Years of Expertise to ensure we make men feel amazing. This also includes knowing how to delve deeper than what men wear and look at how they live their lives. That’s why we’ve called upon the help of Gavin from Richard Ward Hair to help us understand the finer points of men’s hair.

Gavin says:

“For shorter hair or those wanting to grow their hair, think about a textured French Crop. Worn at various lengths to suit your own style, it’s low maintenance – just edgier than the usual barbers short back and sides. Hair should be tapered into the neck in a gradual fade, the top and sides left longer and chopped into, texture is key and what will make this look rock.” 

Image via Menswearstyle.co.uk

Gavin Hoare is the Manager of a team of 95 staff at Richard Ward Hair and Metrospa, a super salon based in the heart of London’s Chelsea that leads the way in over 170 innovative hair and beauty treatments for men and women. With a career spanning over 35 years there is not a lot he doesn’t know about male grooming, what’s hot and what’s not and how today’s men are keeping up with their female contemporaries. There has been a massive evolution in male grooming in recent years and there really should be no uncharted territories for even the blokiest of blokes in this brave new world of male grooming it sometimes helps to have a guide through this expanding frontier.

See more about how we use our 165 Years of Expertise by following #MossBros165 on Twitter and Instagram and make sure you keep up to date with us on Facebook.

Posted May 7th, 2016 in Uncategorised.

#PromSquad – The Moss Bros. definitive guide to dressing for Prom

We’ll make you feel like an individual in your squad. Choose to express yourself and match your own unique style and personality.

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Be free in breaking the rules. We don’t want you to conform to the norms – and certainly not for your Prom. We’ve edited the key stories for this season to make life easy for you.

Monochrome isn’t just black and white – by taking a tonal approach to dressing, you’ll be sure to be co-ordinated. We’ve used base notes of grey in our geo-print cotton suits, so wear these with crisp white shirts or go your own way by mixing jackets with t-shirts and beanies for a complete look.

Pattern play can be taken as far as you want this season. Go for a lightweight leaf print jacket in trend-forward green, through to loud and proud Hawaiian-inspired print shirts. We’ll be wearing our printed shirts under a rich, velvet blazer to keep our style credentials intact at any event over the Summer months.

Colour pops are a sure fire way to get noticed and we have two and three-piece suits in statement colours. In order to keep you on-trend this season, we’ve got bright teal and rich aubergine – which we’re layering with shirts and ties for a break from a rigid, formal look. If you’re feeling a little bolder and want to make a style statement, mix the colour pop look with a watermelon or ice cream patterned shirt with to steal the Prom King title.

Follow our #PromSquad campaign on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook or watch our videos now on YouTube.

Posted April 29th, 2016 in Uncategorised.

#AskTheExpert – Is that your Scalp I can see?

As you know, we pull upon our 165 Years of Expertise to ensure we make men feel amazing. This also includes knowing how to delve deeper than what men wear and look at how they live their lives. That’s why we’ve called upon the help of Gavin from Richard Ward Hair to help us understand the finer points of men’s hair.
Gavin says:
“It is estimated that 40% of men suffer from thinning hair a statistic that only increases with age. Like most things in life being proactive in preventing or slowing down the process is always preferable to finding a cure. Check your diet as a starting point. Feed yourself foods stacked with B and C vitamins, iron and zinc. Quit the fags as a recent study suggests smoking only increases levels of hormones that can trigger hair loss and will shrink the blood vessels in your scalp. Hair thinning may be fact of life but guys let’s get pro-active and give your poor old scalp a helping hand.”

Gavin Hoare is the Manager of a team of 95 staff at Richard Ward Hair and Metrospa, a super salon based in the heart of London’s Chelsea that leads the way in over 170 innovative hair and beauty treatments for men and women. With a career spanning over 35 years there is not a lot he doesn’t know about male grooming, what’s hot and what’s not and how today’s men are keeping up with their female contemporaries. There has been a massive evolution in male grooming in recent years and there really should be no uncharted territories for even the blokiest of blokes in this brave new world of male grooming it sometimes helps to have a guide through this expanding frontier. 
See more about how we use our 165 Years of Expertise by following #MossBros165 on Twitter and Instagram and make sure you keep up to date with us on Facebook.

Posted March 10th, 2016 in Uncategorised.

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