Man Fashion: 100 Years Vintage Levi's Jeans

Are you willing to pay $36,099 for a pair of Levi's jean? The story came from California, where an old pair of vintage Levi’s was found in a mine in the Rand Mining District, on the Mojave Desert. Surprisingly, the jeans were covered in wax and with an old paper bag and the name of a mercantile store which operated between 1895 and 1898.



Then eBay came into the picture.The bid for the old Levi’s went up to $36,099, and it’s still going!

What we learn from this? Save a pair of vintage jeans to our kids, who know it may worth thousand dollars in 100 years time!! :)

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Man Fashion News: Evisu and Common projects collaborate

Contributed by Charlie

Cult denim brand Evisu have revealed their first collaboration with mature menswear brand Common Projects; they have joined forces to create a range of low and high top leather sneakers.

The collection showcases simple trainers in classic monochrome colours; the simple colour palette lets their minimalist designs speak for themselves. 

The CP logo on the heel of the shoe has been replaced with Japanese characters as a way of interacting with the Japanese heritage of Evisu; the designs sum up the ultimate in male sportswear luxe, the shoes represent the style of the modern and experienced man. 

Available from fall 2010 the designs open the door for new customers to embrace both Evisu and common projects. The collection is priced from $165.

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Man Fashion: Is Skinny Jeans Dying Off?

If you thought you look totally awesome in your skinny hipster jeans, well you are wrong. The trend seems to be dying off and most people these days have begun to go for that eased look, which comes with jeans that are not skinny. In the Paris Men’s Fashion Week lately, Dior Homme, Lanvin, Hermès, Paul Smith and other big names in the men’s couture did not reveal any jeans or trousers that even bordered close to being skinny or tight.

The tight jeans, kohl fudged, spike haired look seems to be dying and a relaxed 90s look seems to be back. This could be a fallout from the recession as most of us do not care about fashion anymore? as some of us are not afford as before?

The solution seems to be in well tailored but unpretentious jeans that not only look good but also make you feel like you are not being vain when people are losing jobs. Hermès designer Veronique Nichanian showed to the world what well dressed men look like even without tight and skinny jeans with washed linens and vintage shirts. Of course, fashion is very personal taste, I'm not influence your decision, but if you are on the lookout for such skinny jeans, think twice again!

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Man Fashion: Calvin Klein Spring 2009 Jeans Campaign

Who doesn't like a great pair of denim, and what is better than someone pulling them off? Well, keep your pants on because Calvin Klein is playing out all of these fantasies with the new Spring 2009 Calvin Klein Jeans campaign. The racy advertisement will be featured in the March issues of your favorite fashion magazines. What's more? there is a commercial, shot by Steven Meisel has been banned in America. The campaign stars male and female models — including Anna Jagodzinska, Anna Selezneva, Natasha Poly, Edita Vilkeviciute, Carson Parker, Danny Schwarz, Vladimir Ivanov and new face Mikus Lasmanis — who aren’t wearing much more than their Calvins . You can find out Calvin Klein Spring-Summer 2009 Jeans ad campaign here.

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Weekly Selection: Levi's 501 Fashion Show

I have been Browsing YouTube today, and came across this fabulous fashion show organized by Levi's in Philippines, and thought of sharing this fashion show with you guys here.



Levi's 501 is always my top pick, how about you?

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Man Travel: Travel With Style

International business travel is an activity that is becoming more and more complex on a daily basis. You must be well prepared before you start your journey and be prepared for all eventualities.

Most important, do not carry a lot of clothing. You need only basic wardrobe and some leisure items (sports maybe) and make sure that it’s consistent with the local weather conditions as well as custom. But no matter how long the flight, you can always avoid looking like you stowed away in the cargo hold. Here, the clothes that will let you stretch your legs without short changing your style when you're 30,000 feet in the air.

1. Men Washed Cotton Shirt

The last thing you need while sleeping in-flights is a stiff collar scratching your neck. A rumpled cotton button-down helps you maintain some decorum even when you're slumping in your seat.






2. Men Cardigan

A cashmere cardigan keeps you just as insulated from the airplane's air-cond as a complimentary Scotch whiskey or two, but without the dehydration too. Unlike a pullover, the beauty of Cardigan is that it's easy to put on or take off.






3. Soft Structured Men Jacket

A deconstructed gray jacket makes an ideal outer layer for traveling. Stow it once you're in the air, then slip it on as soon as you exit the lan for a minimum hassle, put together look.

1. Dark Denim

When there won't be time for a post-flight change of clothes, choose a pair of dark jeans that will weather wrinkles, allowing you to move seamlessly from seat to your next destination.

Lastly, don't over-stuff your suitcase. Pack enough clothing for each day of your trip, plus an extra shirt or two for variety. Strike a balance and travel with style.

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Man Fashion: 10 Must Have Fashion for This Fall/Winter

If you are wondering what are the most wanted men fashion for this coming Fall and Winter. Then you are at the right place here. Tom James, as a leading manufacturer and retailer of custom clothing, has just released its 10 Must–Haves for Fall and Winter. From corduroy to cashmere, Tom James's styles will foresee these fashion as trendy in this upcoming season, making this a great choices for those who looking for casual or business outfit.

Tom James's cashmere and merino wool full zip mock cardigan with goat suede trim from Jeff Rose. Made in Italy with eye-catching contemporary style.


Thin is in! A sure way to modernize your style and get noticed this season is to add some trimmer ties to your selection. The look is sleek, sexy and sophisticated.

Suede brogue shoe and matching belt, handcrafted from Allen Edmonds. Smart, sophisticated styling and a brilliant fall finish. Complete your gray or navy suit with a discerning, classic look.


Fancy knit sweater, designed and knitted by the finest Italian weavers. Great for business casual or an evening on the town.


Navy jacquard sport shirts. This season's sport shirt pallet is dark and dressy. They look great with jeans or a pair of black trousers.
Glen plaid gray dress flannel trouser with camel deco accent. A timeless classic. Fantastic with a navy, black or camel sweater for a cozy Saturday evening.


Five pocket sport trouser. Jean styling with unique sporty fabrications. Built for comfort, but with refined style.

Crisp white sport shirts with black accents. Simple but chic. Perfect for that new martini bar or an art gallery browse.


Fancy baby-wale printed corduroy sport shirts. Rugged but cozy and comfortable. Perfect for khakis and a weekend in the Hamptons or a drive down the coast.
Charcoal gray cashmere blouson jacket. Opening night in the company loge or a wine tasting with friends. Not too heavy and a perfect piece for layering.


You can find out more of these fashion from Tom James website.

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Man Fashion: Levi's Way to Reveal Your True Beast

Yesterday, I received a mail from Scarlett, one of my blog reader, who shared a very creative campaign by Levi's 501. Here how it's go.

In the spirit of their “Live Unbuttoned” global campaign, Levi’s gets personal and asks you to Unbutton Your Beast.


From the website, You can create, customize, and send your beast to your friends and family. Whether it’s Sock Nasty, Paul the Pincher, or Saucy Sal, you can choose the beast that best reflects your unbuttoned self. Then select the pre-made message or instantly record your own via phone. Once you’re done, get ready to share your beast and shock your loved ones.

Check out more on Levi's "Unbutton Your Beast" website.

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Man Fashion: Leg-in a-Sock Style Jean, Anyone?

If you are familiar with jeans, there is nothing new to Levi's button fly. Yes, I am refer to Levi's 501. Will you be interested if there are buttons that use to button up each different level of the jean depending on what you're after; shorts, the semi-crop, full jeans or the button-embellished. Is it just me who gasps at this fashion indictment?



Brandish tv recently has posted this interesting jean, which looking for supporters to vote for it. Will you keen in such design?

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Man Fashion: Men In Tights Fashion is Back?

Believe it or not, there's a new trend in men's fashion, men are now looking for fashion tights or skinny jeans or khaki pants. According to one of the recent fashion report, UK stockists are reporting record sales of sheer, patterned and support tights for men. Retailers say men's tights are not being sold as fetish garments, but as practical, comfortable and – most worryingly – stylish everyday wear. "I don't know what is going on – sales have gone mad," said Kieran Hughes, director of the tights stockists Precious Collections.



"In the past two months we have gone from selling 300 pairs of tights a month to men in the UK, to selling more than 1,000." Men give three reasons for donning skin-tight legwear. Some simply like the added insulation they bring underneath trousers. Others put them on under shorts and claim they bring such health benefits as back support. And a few even claim that tights are the latest symbol of metrosexuality. Mr Hughes said: "German men have been wearing them for years. More than 50 per cent of German men wear tights, including famous German football players. I can't imagine many footballers here doing that." Online site Legwear4men reports that it is struggling to cope with demand, while Mytights reports that its new men's line sold out almost immediately, particular skinny jeans and similar fashion. Tights aimed at men are designed slightly differently from those worn by women – and not just because they come in sizes large enough to accommodate burly rugby players. They usually feature support panels, sometimes include front openings that resemble flies on jeans, and also have reinforced feet. Will you get one for yourself?

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Man Fashion: How to Dress in Denim

I know everyone here know how to select your favorite jean. But what you select sometime might not be look good in you, this probably due to the design or color. Therefore, it is always good to try it out before you buy.

If you are keep in touch with Man Fashion, you should not missed the Detail magazine June 2007 (Yes, this is slightly older copy) edition has outlined how your can look gorgeous with Jeans.

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Man Fashion: 5 Buy Calls for 2008 Men's Fashion

I am sure some might wondering, what should the trend in 2008 after my earlier post on 7 Men Fashion to avoid in 2008? There are many saying that 70's fashion is coming back, punk fashion should be in high popularity. Well, in my opinion, some of the fashion trends in 2007 might spill over to this year. Here are some of the fashion that will still in high demand.

1. Jeans - In particular eco-friendly jeans. Since Levi's launched their the Levi's(R) 506 Standard Fit Jean for guys and the Levi's(R) 570 Straight Fit Jean for girls in end 2006, this type of eco-trend jeans will continue to dominant the jean's world in 2008.
2. Watch - The classic trend is back, a classic round wristwatch, with hobnail bezel, Roman numerals, and a beautiful porcelain white dial. Patek Philippe Calatrava, a classic of the less-is-more genre, demonstrates, taste is one thing you can't measure with a ruler.
3. Sweater Vest - Call it the revenge of the nerds, but the latest release of GAP V-neck sweaters is making your traditional sweater vest in your closet look a little outdated.
4. Boots - Rocking this ensemble from head to toe, as David Beckham did on a recent Arena magazine cover—may not be for everyone, but chances are there's a pair of bovver boots or suspenders in your future.
   
   
   
   
   
5. iPhone - Don't require further elaboration. Find out the nearest Apple store near you today.
   

If you think there are other fashion trends that I missed out here, feel free do drop me a line here! :)

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Men 10 essentials in the closet

With busy work schedule and less rest time, most men find less and less time for shopping. Have you even think of buying some new digs but don't have time for all these? Instead of spending time to shop for normal shirts and pants that you can wear every day, why not get a few key pieces that can take you from day to night and weekday to weekend.

So here are 10 fashion clothing and accessory essentials that you should able to find in your closet.

1. Khaki Pants: A good pair of dress pants that can be worn to work is essential to every man’s closet. Choose a pair of well tailored khaki’s that you can wear to work, church, out for the evening, or to a casual luncheon. These pants can quite possibly take you from your morning coffee to your after work martini all year round.
2. Blue Jeans: Invest in a quality pair of dark blue jeans that fits well. Since many work places have adopted casual Friday policies, a pair of nice dark blue jeans is a great addition to your wardrobe. Pair you jeans with a sweater, a stylish button down shirt, or even a polo shirt. A pair of dark jeans is also a great addition to your weekend wear, especially for casual dates.
3. Sweater: A solid, neutral color sweater is a must for any man trying to complete his closet. Look for something with either a V neck or a traditional collar. A simple wool sweater can be worn alone; with a pair of corduroys on the weekend; or with button down shirt underneath for situations where you need a little more class. If affordable, get a upper class one so it can be worn in different occasions.
   
   
4. White Button-down Shirt: Everything on this list will look great with a white button down shirt. A white button down shirt is something you really need to have. Choose one that is well tailored. Wear it underneath your sweater, by its self, or with your suit and tie. If you’re wearing it for a special occasion, class it up with a pair of cufflinks.
5. Coat: A flexible yet classy coat it imperative to your wardrobe from fall to spring. A trench coat is an excellent choice for several reasons. For starters, this coat can be worn to work, formal occasions, or just to run to the coffee shop. The climate versatility of the trench coat is another great reason to add it to your closet. Many trench coats are water proof to a certain extent making it perfect for rain or snow. They are also light and therefore can be worn in the spring with just a t-shirt, or during the chillier months with a sweater underneath. When choosing a color, try to find something in a neutral color like black or brown.
6. Black or dark color Suit: Life is full of surprises, and often time you are forced to dress for a certain occasion or event with little notice. Whether you have the excitement of a job interview or the sorrow of a funeral, you often don’t have time to run to the store and buy something to wear. Having well tailored black suit will ensure that you’re always prepared for situation that require you to be well dressed on little or no notice
7. Ties: solid, neutral colored ties are a great thing to keep on hand for spur of the moment business meetings, classy nights out on the town, or simply to wear every day to work. While colorful patterned ties are great fashion accessories, a simple tie is more useful for everyday occasions.
8. Dress Shoes: While you wear semi casual shoes to work, you should make sure you have a pair of dress shoes on hand at all times. I would suggest purchasing pair in black to make sure they match with your suit, jeans, and khakis. Find a quality pair that is comfortable and simple so you can wear them for any dressy occasion.
9. Designer Watch: This may not be gold or diamond number, but a designer watch will automatically upgrade your look.
10. Cufflinks: One of the most important accessory to ensure that you are always prepared for business meeting, or classy occasions.
    
    

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How to choose your Smart Casual Attire?

Clothes are always top in everyone's shopping list. But one should know what to shop for and where and when to shop for it. Good fashion demands a very simple thing from you and that is a very careful observation of those around you and a constant look out for what is being sold around, so that you never run out of choice and know what is in vogue.

Another very important thing with respect to clothes is that you should be willing to experiment, and that needs a lot of patience and courage on your part. You should be ready to try out different combinations and fabrics to see if they suit you. If all this sounds a little difficult, let make it simpler for you to choose your clothes.

Denim as usual is not out of fashion. Deep and dark denim colors are popular all rounds.

Casual shirts, no matter how expensive (well made) are not usually striped. There are exceptions, but until you can choose the right sort of stripes, which is tricky, keep stripes for formal shirts only.

Even jackets of all kinds are happening apparel to sport. They help in making your wardrobe more vibrant and versatile. A top or a shirt can look very different when worn with a jacket. The jackets can be patterned, embroidered, of shapes that you like and that fit you well.

Lastly, make sure you keep everything in complementary colors and comfortable.

Other related topics:-

Business Attire vs. Smart Casual

5 Tips on what to wear in office

Jean: Tips to choose matching clothes and accessories

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Men Jeans: Tips to choose matching clothes and accessories

Shopping is an effective way to keep yourself away from bad mood and depression - no matter whether you go shopping for new jeans or sport car.

Every men has jeans as an essential part of his wardrobe. It is not so complicated to choose jeans as there is a wide range of models to match any style, constitution and personal taste.

However, you are probably puzzled by the question what items of clothes and accessories will match your jeans and help you create your own distinctive style. The following are some useful tips:

1. Classic Long-Sleeved Dress Shirt You really can’t go wrong with this, as long as you find the right matching color and pattern. Try to find something that doesn’t have any pockets, if you can, for smart casual. White is most preferred color as it is easily match with whatever pants, but almost any color will work.

2. Short-Sleeved Polo Shirt

Again, classic and mannish, these come in a variety of fabrics and designs. These short-sleeved polo shirts are mostly suitable with all kind of jeans. Color strip or solid colors are both well received in man fashion world.

3. Jackets

Jeans worn together with a jacket create a really classical and refined look. You may wonder whether it is smart? No second thought, this definitely delivers the message.

4. Accessories and watches

Wearing elegant jeans requires putting on elegant accessories. High boot will not only make your macho, but will also add elegancy to your appearance.

A stylish watch is a must have accessory for any man. If you mainly associate watches with something boring and not exciting, forget about classically-styled watches. Pay your attention to designer watches featured by watches developed by world-renowned watch-making brands.

It is great if you have a few differently styled watches to match different occasions - a noisy night club party or a solemn wedding celebration.

You are sure to get fascinated by watch-making masterpieces of such prestigious brands as Rolex, TAG Hueur, Oris, Omega, Patek Philippe, Rado, Tudo, Louis Vuitton and many more. If you feel reluctant to spend tons of money at a prestigious watch brand, use an opportunity of purchasing a qualitative replica watch.

Naturally, not all replica watches are of top quality. However, there are on-line dealers offering qualitative Japanese replica watches at affordable price range. A replica watch which provides the same look, design and functions as the original one is a real bargain.

To draw a conclusion, jeans are no longer a clothing item necessary just for walking and going for a trip. It presently refers to classically-styled items, especially if worn with other nice pieces of clothes and accessories.

While creating your own "jeans style", try to keep in mind the latest fashion trends and the peculiarities of one's appearance. If you feel free to experiment, you are sure to come up with your own exclusive style.

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Business Attire vs. Smart Casual

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Styleforum Jeans: An experiment in user-generated design

Users participation is nothing new in corporate world, but this is uncommon in fashion and denim is definitely not one of them. Styleforum jeans, created by collaboration between the titular forum and New York label 5EP, were born in January when a user known as "LA Guy" proposed the idea to the company's co-owner, Christine Rucci. Her resulting post requesting suggestions elicited both keepers (shorter front pocket bags to keep the silhouette clean) and nonstarters (stitching around the fly to enhance the wearer's package). And despite the volume of input—the initial post had more than 400 replies—the results are commendably straightforward: a lower-rise, slimmed out version of 5EP's boot-cut jeans, handmade from raw Japanese selvage. Only 200 will be made—eight have extra-long inseams for taller wearers—with all but 60 earmarked for forum members and Denim Bar, who helped produce them. "They can even tell when I've made the slightest variations in fabrics," Rucci says of her new codesigners. "Those guys are up on everything."
You can find out more in 5EP

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Jean Paul Gaultier : Fashion Show FW07

The perfectly cut suits, coats, and beautiful leathers make all the guys are the age of 20s crazy........even 30s....haha... Do you agree?

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Guess Male Fashion Show!!

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My Favorite Jeans

After the earlier post, I would like to share some of the jeans that I have (plus some of my nephews' jeans! :p) which I like. Please give me your comments if you feel like want to give your opinions....

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Jean: History of Denim Jeans

In fashion history, jeans and denim history continues to baffle. No one truly knows the perfect answer to where jeans began. As so often happens fashions often emerge together in various parts of the world and are the result of the sudden availability of a new fabric, cloth, dye or technique.

But we do know that the phrase denim jeans is thought to derive from several sources. The majority of source books suggest that denim derives from the English translation of the South of France French phrase 'serge de Nîmes'. Denim fashion history is thus associated with Serge de Nimes.

Levi Staruss Jeans

Jeans history would be nothing without Levi Strauss. Levi Strauss is credited with inventing jeans. Levi Strauss emigrated with his family to New York in 1847. His family sold dry goods such as canvas tenting and Manchester drapery goods. He moved to San Francisco in the early 1850s because he thought the same dry goods business would be brisk because of the California gold rush.

About 20 years later a solvent Levi Strauss and a Nevada tailor joined forces to patent an idea the tailor had for putting rivets on stress points of workman's waist high overalls commonly known as jeans. Levi Strauss chose to use the stronger denim fabric and cotton duck, putting his own name on the product. Later the duck fabric was dropped as consumers found denim more comfortable, particularly after washing creating the faded bloom on the indigo blue dyeing that we all love.

Eventually in the 1950s people asked for denim jeans or just as often - Levi's jeans rather than waist overalls. Other manufacturers began to produce jeans and other brand names such as Lee Coopers and Wranglers also became famous. Each brand is renowned for having a particular cut.

The most famous jeans are still probably those produced by Levi as Levi 501s. Pre shrunk jeans had been introduced in the 1960s. 501s traditional button fly jeans designed in the Victorian era need to be shrunk to fit. They were a huge hit again in the 1980s when reintroduced to a new generation.

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