The Men's Guide

31/08/2024

This holiday weekend, ditch the G&T, switch to a G&C. The typical Gin & Tonic runs you about 177 calories, swap with club soda and cut that count to about 105 (cals). What’s more you reduce your sugar PER DRINK from ~32 grams to zero.

Here’s a look at both (i use The Botanist gin):
Gin & Tonic:
* 1 shot (1.5 oz) of The Botanist Gin: 97 calories
* Tonic water (12 oz): 80 calories
* Lime wedge: Negligible calories
Total estimated calories: 177 calories; 32g sugar

Gin & Club Soda:
* 1 shot (1.5 oz) of The Botanist Gin: 97 calories
* Club soda (12 oz): Negligible calories
* Lemon wedge: Negligible calories
Total estimated calories: ~100 calories; 0g sugar
(Swap lime for lemon 🍋 make it tastier). For a little sweetness and a few calories, try a dash of tonic water.

Have you tried a G&C? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

27/08/2024

Fall is coming but summer’s not clocking out. The Ribbed Pique Polo is your seasonal transition go-to.

Wear it with jeans, wear it with a suit. It’s the perfect all-season essential.

15/08/2024

Vintage wheels. Legacy bubbles. Some classics never go flat.
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02/08/2024

Who says black and brown don’t mix? Throwing convention out the window with this summer look. Crisp white trousers add the perfect contrast. Sometimes breaking the rules looks this good.

01/08/2024

If this was shot in black and white, you’d think we’d time-traveled to the ‘30s. Old-school charm never goes out of style!

25/07/2024

PIMM’S: Because real men aren’t afraid to drink pretty.

Wherever you might be reading this it’s likely hot 🥵 is my summer day drink go. It’s light, refreshing, and won’t undo all your hard work at the gym.

Try this recipe, with lemonade/diet lemonade swapped for flavored sparkling water.

Ingredients:
- 50ml PIMM’S No. 1
- 100ml (sugar-free) flavored sparkling water
- 5 mint leaves
- 3 thin cucumber slices
- 1 strawberry, sliced
- Ice

Instructions:
1. Fill a tall glass with ice
2. Add PIMM’S and diet lemonade
3. Gently muddle mint leaves and add to the glass
4. Garnish with cucumber and strawberry slices

19/07/2024

Rocking the classic white summer suit (cotton over linen suit in this case) at the , where daytime drinking is an art form perfected by the English for centuries.

This historic event showcases not only impeccable style but also the grit and athleticism of the rowers. Navigating the temperamental Thames River with skill and power is no amateur task.

Here’s to celebrating tradition, world class athleticism, and the timeless elegance of summer. 🥂🚣‍♂️🇬🇧

Highlighting all the elements of the healthy, happy, well-adjusted, successful modern man. Covering S

02/07/2024

Older boys, bigger toys. 🏎️✨ Like the classic black suit, this vintage Mercedes exudes timeless elegance and style. Both, symbols of sophistication, crafted with attention to detail and symmetry. Here’s to embracing the legacy of classic men’s elegance and allure of automotive artistry.

28/06/2024

9 out of 10 men reported feeling ‘irresistible’ after wearing these salmon trousers. The 10th guy was colorblind. Don’t be that guy.

Pair with brown and accessorize with the classic braided brown belt.

08/06/2024

There’s no more distinct an illustration of the fleeting nature of time than in the face of your kid. What feels still like yesterday is in fact now, one all A’s Academic, National Athletic Champion, Division 1 Athlete off to carve a groove in time and create tomorrow.

06/06/2024

Two uses for coffee you may not be taking advantage of.
1. As a Pre-Workout
2. For Creativity
In neither case a magic bullet but in each, found to be reinforced in conducted studies.

As a pre-workout, a part of my tool-kit that includes CARBS (2 hr prior to workout), beet root powder 45-60 min (prior) and black coffee 20 min prior.

Studies:
-“Efficacy of acute caffeine ingestion for short-term high-intensity exercise performance: a systematic review” journal of strength and conditioning research
-“caffeine’s effects on creativity: evidence from an alternative task” consciousness and cognition

06/05/2024

You may acknowledge the positive but you frolick and revel in the negative, and so do I—like a drunken Captain Jack Sparrow deboarding the Black Pearl upon discovering an island inhabited by barrels of rum and hookers.

We know self-talk is important, yet we undertake all the diet and health ‘hacks’ from Instagram but ignore this one.

You realize its importance and decide to start positive self-talk but how do you? This is the very book just for that.

Grab this one and switch your narrative, pirates.

03/05/2024

Steal this look. Simple, bold, and an easy go to for a business meeting or a semi-formal evening event. Stick to two contrasting colors and accessorize.

A pair of plain white sneakers with a flat bottom will be super versatile and stay stylish for years. Mix in a suit jacket and jeans or shorts and a sweater and you’ll be set for all seasons. Here are a couple from:
- Thursday Boot Co
- Banana Republic
- Todd Snyder

04/04/2024

I’d resisted for years, the sneaker-casual-jogger look. I’ve since relented. Nothing beats it for travel. Tip: Stick to black and when searching use the terms: quarter zip, pull over or over zip (for the top). For joggers, get the length right. It should hug the angle not extend too far down else it will new up looking too baggy.

My quarter zip pullover is from

30/03/2024

NY Museums MoMA the Met

19/03/2024

Don’t overthink it. Go Mono.

Get frustrated trying to find the right color combinations? Then don’t. Opt for monochrome. Select and mix and match varying tones and shades of a color. Ideal for when layering and adds a level of depth and sophistication.

On a side note, I searched high and long for the right pea coat. This one by we’ll cover the key attributes to look for when choosing one in another post.

29/02/2024

Steal this look. Go Mono (chrome that is).

Designer brands can mean quality, longevity and craftsmanship, but oftentimes lots of margin padded on top and an excuse for you to equate with style. Instead, for your any day look, use simple brands, color and accents to create a unique look without breaking the bank.

Splurge on the elements that convey some character, quality shoes, belt or watch.

22/02/2024

To bring order to complexity. One of the key concepts of

Reading about Steve Jobs’ fascination with products from the brand took me down the rabbit hole of aesthetic, and how contrast, lines and simplicity (among other elements) changes the emotional response and in turn experience, of the viewer or user.

That further led me to and that unique look.. minimal, functional, calming. You might not be aware but it often is in that building you love or piece of furniture you prefer. I’ve used it in my home and it likely is in one of those interiors you’d seen and saved on Instagram. Fascinating and beautiful once you get into it.

24/01/2024

In Florida there aren’t many opportunities to layer up. When those lows come, everyone grabs for their leather jacket - i head for the boots.

Particularly, the Chelsea Boot. Another classic, these have been stylish, practically since the invention of fire and that will remain unchanged. Day time something like this, maybe suede and at night, a more narrow cut, maybe leather. My favorite pair is from - check em out.

21/12/2023

Tips for buying a pea coat. An always in-style classic, look for wool (or high wool blend); straight cut works but can look ‘boxy’ if not sized right, I like a bit of tapering; high notched collars that can be popped; I prefer the length just below the waist but mid-thigh is cool. Pockets! They’re the game changer. I prefer the high notched (chest area) pockets—you would’ve seen Daniel Craig wear in 007—but they’re hard to find. If that’s the one you want, try looking at:

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19/12/2023

Reading this was reliving Game of Thrones. With two exceptions: 1) this goddamn happened! 2. there was no one that, in his time, could challenge Gengish Khan.

You’ve heard and know the name, likely as some savage tyrant that wiped out ‘millions’ and can count his descendants in the ten(s) of millions. Some interpretation of that may be true but the bit you don’t know is how genuinely fascinating this man was.

The development of the postal system; religious tolerance; the reliance on meritocracy (vs aristocratic birth) for his council; paper currency; the massive expansion (and protection) of the Silk Road; the application of technology in warfare; multiculturalism and a legal system whereby people were judged ‘in a court system’ — are all things personally developed by him and during his reign.

Jack Weatherford’s writing makes this historical biography as compelling as the next Netflix series you want to binge watch. I simply can’t recommend this enough: Gengish Khan and the Making of the Modern World.

30/11/2023

The G&T is a classic—and a recipe for poor sleep. If having a few, do this to (somewhat) mitigate the ill-effects.
- swap tonic for club soda, add a wedge of lemon (vs lime). The effect is a vast reduction in sugar and calories, which when paired with alcohol leads to ruinous sleep. Lemon rounds out the flavor without being too acidic.

Having just one, splurge a little with this recipe:
- a couple cilantro leaves
- slice of cucumber
- club soda
- tonic (for adding just a splash)
- gin

10/11/2023

Peering out the Empire State Building expecting an expanse of cityscape.. instead, Jared Leto..

Steal this look, use muted with a pop of color. In this case, greys and blues with pink to stand out. Do it affordably. Here’s how:
- grey suit by
- blue wool sweater by
- pink undershirt by
- pink/blue pocket square

30/10/2023

Add a pop of colour and pop the collar with this fall ready, rain resistant chore coat.

27/10/2023

Rise and shine, coffee lovers! Ever find yourself dragging after lunch with low energy and fuzzy focus? Two culprits: that (simple) carb-loaded lunch and your morning coffee routine. Surprised about the coffee? If you grab a cup within the first 60-90 minutes of waking up, you might be setting yourself up for that dreaded afternoon crash.

Here’s the scoop: Your body wakes up with high adenosine levels, which it clears out. However, if you have caffeine too early, it blocks this process. As adenosine levels accumulate during the day, having that early coffee can lead to a crash later on.

One key takeaway from podcast: Delay your first cup by 1.5-2 hours after waking up. Experience the difference and watch out for the afternoon slump! For a deeper dive, check out a YouTube video on the topic.

25/10/2023

My favorite street in Europe. Fascinating to watch over the years, the old become the modern.

19/10/2023

T-shirt, jeans, sneakers, and yet formal enough for the office and simultaneously casual enough for after work drinks. Copy this look. Opt for dark washed denim and darker coat and pull off the professional look with ease.

22/09/2023

There are only 4 worthwhile supplements:
- organic grass-fed whey protein
- creatine monohydrate
- caffeine
- beet root powder
Mix that with sleep, nutrition and you’re good!

Supplements are an easy way to spend lots of money. Often of poor quality, sourcing and necessity. Just start with the above.

15/09/2023

This fall, you need, a Chore Coat. Lightweight, functional and versatile. If you don’t have harsh winters, it’s pretty much all you’re going to need.

07/09/2023

In 1964 when Bob Dylan saw the Beatles perform he felt he didn’t measure up and considered quitting music. I saw my nephew’s hair, gave up and shaved it. He wore it better.