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Tip: How to be Undateable

by Caleb on February 16, 2010

Undateable at The Exceptional Man, Chicago

There really has been some great literature coming out lately to teach guys what not to do. Undateable is just such a book.

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Tip: The Three S’s of Personal Style

January 18, 2010
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Although I may occasionally talk about a product that I find interesting, my real concern in this space is overall style. I was thinking about this the other day while attending a fashion show here in Chicago. Many people were wearing things that look good today, but they’ll be embarrassed about tomorrow. In my mind, [...]

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Tip: Your Hair Is Your Head Suit

November 12, 2009
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Avid 30 Rock fans will realize that the title of this post is a direct quote from none other than Jack Donaghy. And the man has a point.
Too many times I’ve seen a man impeccably dressed, only to have his hair ruin the entire ensemble. You can’t look like a well-put together gentleman with the [...]

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Tip: How to Buy Your First Suit

October 27, 2009
Viero Milano Suit on The Exceptional Man, Chicago

This post originally appeared on Smile Like You Mean It. Reposted here for your enjoyment.–cg
Buying a good suit is something akin to purchasing a work of art. You can no more tell a man exactly what kind of suit he should get than you can tell him exactly what he should be hanging from [...]

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Tip: Avoid White Socks Like the Plague

October 20, 2009
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Sometimes things are obvious. Sometimes they’re not. For instance, to me it’s obvious that white athletic socks make any young attractive man look instantly like a grandpa. But for those to whom this is less obvious, let’s state it outright: if you must wear white socks, wear them only to the gym.
While we’re at it, [...]

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Tip: Time for Your Walls to Grow Up

September 30, 2009
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You know that Radiohead poster you’ve had up on your wall since college? It may be time to take it down – especially if you’re considering having dates over. Women may have found that charming back then–or at least pretended they did–but now you’re a full-blown adult with a full-blown adult life. Your walls should [...]

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Tip: Don’t Be Creepy

September 20, 2009
Creepy Dating Video at The Exceptional Man, Chicago

And if you’re looking for tips on what creepy looks like…

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Tip: Have One Pair of Good-Fitting Jeans

September 16, 2009
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I’ve always wanted one of the functions of this blog to be to give normal guys practical style tips for everyday life. And what could be more practical than buy less.
Specifically, buy fewer jeans. Get one pair that fit well, look good, and go with anything. That’s the advice Scott Schuman gives in the latest [...]

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