February 2012
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Do You Know How to Wear a Tuxedo?
The New York Times recently published a piece called 10 Tips for Wearing a Tuxedo. Up until now, we’ve only been wearing one about 70% correctly. What about you?
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Jeremy Lin: A True Underdog Story
Our marketing manager Matt Field moonlights as a blogger. His insightful blog Notes from the Field covers startups, business practices, and yes, even his love for sports. We liked his recent and easily-digestible breakdown of the Jeremy Lin phenomenon so much, we wanted to share it with you.
Photo: abcnews.go.com
“What’s your favorite movie?” It’s one of the hardest questions in the...
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Coolness Overload at Capsule: You’ve Got Male
Some guys use whatever soap is in the shower. Others carefully consider the field and select the best option. Eric, our resident grooming god, falls in the latter camp. Once a week, he’ll be sharing his product findings and lifestyle tips.
This week, I had the incredible opportunity to visit the Capsule trade show in Las Vegas. This uber cool show has a collection of Men’s grooming, lifestyle,...
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Getting Parted at Rag & Bone Men
Gentlemen, it’s time to take a cue from your grandpa. At the Rag & Bone men’s show today, deep side parts took center stage. “The style is a classic 1940’s shape, with a little bit of height in front,” lead hair stylist Anthony Turner said. Just don’t take the whole idea of a retro throwback too literally. “We wanted to make it feel modern and...
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Hurrah! Nuxe for Men: You’ve Got Male
Some guys use whatever soap is in the shower. Others carefully consider the field and select the best option. Eric, our resident grooming god, falls in the latter camp. Once a week, he’ll be sharing his product findings and lifestyle tips.
Every once in a while, I get the exciting chance to see a new product before it’s released into the universe. Such was the case this morning when...
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What Do Your Socks Say About You?
Photo: Flickr.com
Socks have been getting a bit of attention recently (thanks New York Times!), and I say it’s about time. I’ve been expressing myself through sock selection for years—or as Stan, the manager at Chotchkie’s, might say, through my pieces of flare. While I wouldn’t go so far as to say that the look gives you membership into an “in crowd,” as the Times is reporting, I do think...
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Superbowl Preparedness: Can't Screw it Up Chili
Photo: Serious Eats
We all know what you’re going to be doing on Sunday. But instead of just buying chips and dip and ordering pizza, put in a little extra effort. We’ve got a chili recipe for every level of cook, from can’t-boil-water to kitchen pro.
Level 1: Somewhat Homemade
There’s no shame in using pre-made chili. Our CFO, Mike, can grill with the best of them...
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And the Award Goes To: You’ve Got Male
Have you ever been curious why a grooming product has a seal or sticker on the packaging highlighting it as an award winner? Many men’s publications spend time sifting through the oodles of products out there and award their top picks with titles such as “Best Shave Cream” or “Best Anti-Aging Product”. These awards can be very helpful in narrowing your search for the perfect potions. Women have...
January 2012
13 posts
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Slough It Off: You've Got Male
Some guys use whatever soap is in the shower. Others carefully consider the field and select the best option. Eric, our resident grooming god, falls in the latter camp. Once a week, he’ll be sharing his product findings and lifestyle tips.
Although we here in NYC are currently in the midst of winter, it’s both important and encouraging to think toward summer when more skin will be showing....
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Style Tips from AllPlaidOut's Max Wastler: Guest...
Max Wastler’s blog, AllPlaidout.com, has beautifully documented factory visits and heaps of classic style inspiration. You may not know that Wastler is also the curator of online retailer Buckshot Sonny’s, where he hips us to goods we never knew we wanted, but suddenly can’t live without — from fingerless gloves to pancake mix. Birchbox Man caught up with him for a couple minutes...
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Your Winter Rap Playlist: Guest Blogger
If we had to come up with a shortlist of our favorite publications, GQ, Men’s Journal, and New York Magazine would be right at the top. Funny how our latest guest blogger, Martin Mulkeen, has written for all of them. This week, this plugged-in dude is sharing his hard-earned style and grooming lessons. Trust us when we say, he knows what he’s talking about.
Cold weather rap songs typically...
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Spa Day with Olie Biologique: You’ve Got Male
Some guys use whatever soap is in the shower. Others carefully consider the field and select the best option. Eric, our resident grooming god, falls in the latter camp. Once a week, he’ll be sharing his product findings and lifestyle tips.
Okay, so maybe it wasn’t a full spa day, but I did spend a lovely afternoon with the ladies behind Olìe Biologique at their recent trunk show at...
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Old-School Style, Dad’s Letterman Jacket: Guest...
If we had to come up with a shortlist of our favorite publications, GQ, Men’s Journal, and New York Magazine would be right at the top. Funny how our latest guest blogger, Martin Mulkeen, has written for all of them. Over the next few days, this plugged-in dude will be sharing his hard-earned style and grooming lessons. Trust us when we say, he knows what he’s talking about.
Of all the...
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Nail Polish For Dudes?!?
Photo: Alphanail on Crowdreel
Even with all the crazy grooming news that we scoop each day, we were surprised to hear about this—nail polish for guys. Alphanail, based in Austin, has created an exclusive line of nail armor for Y chromosome holders. The line’s motto? “Designed for men. Worn by warriors.” And boy oh boy, did they ever get warriors to show off their stuff. The...
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Take A Style Cue from William Hurt in Body Heat:...
If we had to come up with a shortlist of our favorite publications, GQ, Men’s Journal, and New York Magazine would be right at the top. Funny how our latest guest blogger, Martin Mulkeen, has written for all of them. Over the next few days, this plugged-in dude will be sharing his hard-earned style and grooming lessons. Trust us when we say, he knows what he’s talking about.
Set...
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Bro-tox Is Gaining Momentum: You've Got Male
Some guys use whatever soap is in the shower. Others carefully consider the field and select the best option. Eric, our resident grooming god, falls in the latter camp. Once a week, he’ll be sharing his product findings and lifestyle tips.
Photo: Ape to Gentleman
Despite my constant joking about Birchbox needing in-office Botox parties, I’ve never actually considered getting injections...
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The Goods: Vintage Globe
Image: The Neo-Traditionalist
There are a few things every man should have, or aspire to have. We’re not talking about a 60-inch flat screen or kegerator in the bedroom. (We assume you already have those.) These are well-chosen goods that will last you until your golden years. First up: a vintage globe. Why? Well, for one thing, it’s useful for locating all those countries you read...
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Starting a Ruckus: You’ve Got Male
Some guys use whatever soap is in the shower. Others carefully consider the field and select the best option. Eric, our resident grooming god, falls in the latter camp. Once a week, he’ll be sharing his product findings and lifestyle tips.
I have to admit that I’m not fond of my naturally curly hair. I’ve tried just about everything to get it to look more straight and sleek, from...
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A Girl's Guide to Getting Your Man to Groom
“I liked it. It felt nice without making me feel like I was smearing lady products on my body.”
Oh the joys of introducing your man friends to grooming products. If you’ve ever tried to get your boyfriend, brother, father, coworker to ditch his Irish Spring, you know the drill: resistance, acquiescence, acceptance. As a veteran product-pusher, I have a few tips for making...
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December 2011
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Four Grown Up Accessories That Won't Make You Feel...
So you’re a Levi’s and Converse kind of guy. That doesn’t mean you can’t switch things up for special occasions (ie: New Year’s Eve). Here, four ways to give your style a dapper upgrade.
1. A bowtie. Skip anything with crests or cartoony animals on it. Go for something with an unexpected twist, like this Ernest Alexander number — it’ll make you look more...
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New Year's Eve: Do's and Don'ts
New Year’s Eve means many things, among them: hangovers, silly outfits, and nonexistent taxis. In honor of the impending shitshow holiday, we’re sharing our best tips for coming off more James Bond than Carrot Top.
Don’t wear funny glasses. Or party hats for that matter. Just don’t do it. If someone hands you a noisemaker, take it but don’t feel the need to use...
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Change Just One Thing for New Year’s Eve
Some guys use whatever soap is in the shower. Others carefully consider the field and select the best option. Eric, our resident grooming god, falls in the latter camp. Once a week, he’ll be sharing his product findings and lifestyle tips.
photo: details.com
I know that dressing and grooming for New Year’s Eve can be stressful and daunting. I always find myself scrambling at the last...
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Birchbox: Save Your Skin, Save Your Job: You've... →
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Once a week, Birchbox’s resident Yoga and men’s product expert, Eric, will gives us girls some insight into his world in You’ve Got Male. Whether he’s giving his expertise on skincare (boys need advice, too!) or highlighting his new favorite grooming trend, this guy has got taste—so we’re…
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