The dad is the man of the house. He watches over and protects his family, teaching his kids life lessons along the way. Show him your appreciation on Father's Day. Give him a gift he'll actually use, not a silly "#1 Dad" tie or another gag gift (singing fish plaque, anyone?). Here are 6 Father's Day gifts he'll actually use: 1. Cool Wooden Drink Carrier He loves a good...
Saphir Omni Nettoyant is a suede shampoo which cleans and removes stains from suede, nubuck, and textiles. Unlike smooth leather, suede's soft texture prevents scratches and scuffs. However, the suede pile is prone to accumulating dirt and stains. Bring your favorite pair of suede shoes back to life with the Saphir Omni Nettoyant. Suede's special texture requires a special cleaning technique. What You'll Need: Suede Eraser Shoe trees Dauber brush...
Saphir is regarded by shoe aficionados worldwide as the leading leather care brand. Their line of products include the Renovateur shoe conditioner, wax polishes, and cream polishes. Keep your fine leather investments in pristine condition with the Saphir Regimen. However, if you're using inferior shoe waxes, you may be doing more harm than good. Built-up waxes harden and crack, leaving your shoes unslightly. Use the Saphir Reno Mat Leather Cleaner...
Shoes are the first thing everyone looks at on a man, so it's important to invest in a few pairs of quality shoes. And for the well-dressed or professional man, a pair of leather dress shoes is essential. However, some men forget to take care of their shoes, leaving them with scuffed, cracked and beaten shoes. Extend the life of your shoes and keep them looking good with some care....
Saphir is the top leather-care company offering products used by high-end designers such as Hermes. Their most popular product is the Saphir Renovateur, a multi-purpose leather cream for cleaning, nourishing, and shining. Use it with a shoe cream and wax, or use it on its own to maintain the look of your finest leather shoes. Made with beeswax, mink oil, and lanolin, Saphir Renovateur leaves a bit of shine with...
A guest post by Scott Britton Most people have limiting beliefs that prevent them from creating additional income streams. These include: 1. It’s going to take a lot of time that I don’t have 2. I don’t have any particular valuable skills or connections people would pay for 3. It’s hard to create a product to sell There’s good news - for most people, these beliefs are false and...
Jayme and Abram Mendal are brothers that founded the new American brand, Sterling Kane. They educated us on leather types and how to be a more sophisticated buyer of leather goods. Tell us about Sterling Kane. We know you have a deep family history in this business. We are third generation in a family of leather tanners. Our grandfather started work in the leather business in the 1950’s. He...
Through March 10th, 2014, get 15% off any purchase in the Grooming category with code BETTERSHAVE. When it comes to the debate of safety razors vs. cartridge razors, there's no-contest - the safety razor wins each time. Let's compare the safety razor to the cartridge razor along the key factors. Note: We also have a guide on how to use a safety razor. What to realize before anything else Safety...
Through December 10th, 2013, get 15% off any purchase in the Grooming category with code BETTERSHAVE. Shaving used to be an art form – a ritual. Today, most men just run a blade past their skin quickly or use an electric shaver. Big money marketing has taken over the industry and robbed guys of the best shave possible. No matter what the manufacturers of those cheap, disposable razors tell you, there is no...
Whether the outdoors are a huge part of your life or not, every man must know how to start a fire without having to rely on matches. How can you create a fire with some basic objects such as tinder (easily combustible material) and other materials that you may find? (credit: sticksblog-sticks.blogspot.com) The fire plough This method...
In today’s business world, most guys are often more versed in proper text messaging and emailing than they are in effective speaking skills. Clients often come to me for help with dissertations, interviews, presentations… even best man toasts. Here are five helpful hints that come up most often in my work with them....
Depending on the guy you're shopping for we've highlighted some unique gift items in the Maxton Men catalog. The Traveling Man The traveling man is constantly on-the-go. He's in need of portable, durable items that he can throw in and out of a bag as he dashes out of the door. Adventure waits for no man. Wool...
Let’s make one thing perfectly clear; when you are in a room full of influential people, there is a distinct difference between simply meeting someone, and winning them over. Too many men simply go in, shake hands with those people that they consider important, and leave. Job well done right? Wrong. So how do you...
When you’re buying a new tie, deciding on which fabric to get is one of the most important considerations. Not all ties are the same. Certain fabrics will go better with certain occasions. The right tie is the one that’s going to compliment the rest of your outfit and hit the right note for the occasion. Here’s a little more about each tie fabric so you can decide which one...
Shoes are often not given the amount of attention that they actually deserve when it comes to a man's wardrobe. Most men make sure there is no dirt on their shoes and consider that passable. However, the truth is that properly polished shoes say a lot about the person that's wearing them. Taking the time to polish your shoes will also extend the life of your footwear. Spend a few...
Through September 10th, get 15% off any barware in The Lounge with code BETTERDRINKS. There is a certain element of class and style in a man who can make a real drink. And a certain lack of these men. Amongst all the Cosmopolitans, Hurricanes, and candy flavor concoctions, there is a serious lack of ruggedness and maturity. Ordering (or making) a real drink will get you farther in just about...
If there is one thing that every guy needs, it’s a bar in his living room (or game room, or basement, or garage). This is almost as essential as the flat screen, surround sound, and other equipment that cost more than your firstborn child will. Women tend to navigate towards the bar a lot more often than the gaming system, too. Best thing about a home bar, though, is that...
First, there isn’t anything wrong about using a disposable razor or an electric shaver. Having said that, it is important to realize that simply lathering up some shaving cream with your hands or using an electric razor doesn’t give you the best possible shave. Shaving used to be a relaxing ritual to start the day; nowadays it seems like the least amount of time spent shaving, the better. If you want a...
