ADITYA FIRSTMASCULINE

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“People will stare. Make it worth their while.”

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 CONTENTS

Perfect Shirt Checklist

Ultimate Watch Checklist

Jackets And Coats & Sports Jackets

Trousers And Pants

Shirts , Tops and Dress Shirts

Footwear

Ring Fingers Symbolism

Hair Maintenance

Hair Cuts For Men

10 best Fragrance

Ending Words
 PERFECT SHIRT CHECKLIST

Make sure your neck and shoulders are perfectly fitted

because doing so will help you stand out from the crowd. You
are a gentleman who wears a sharp outfit, therefore these little
details are really important. My brother you have made the
best investment so far , this e -book series is going to change
your dating and over all life
Torso fit , Arm Holes and Sleeve length is a critical factor
when it comes to the effectiveness of your over all outfit. But
you may ask Aditya is it really that important ? My brother in
christ yes it is so pay full attention to what I am teaching
Sleeve width and shirt length is the part where 90% of men mess
up. Hear me out bro , I don't want you to be the part of 90% so
that's why I am putting these many efforts for you so that we can
sit on the same couch and enjoy the benefits of being in an upper
echelons
Shirt Outfits - Explained Above

Shirt Fabric - Explained Above

Collar Style - Explained Above

Cuffs - Explained Above

Buttons - Explained Above

Pockets - Explained Above

Pleats - Explained Above

Now you have understood about the basic dynamic of
wearing shirts , Let's now hop on the ultimate watch checklist
 ULTIMATE WATCH CHECKLIST
Five Reasons To Wear A Watch -

1. Watches make you look Classier : A quick glance towards

your wrist is a much classier way to keep tabs on time during
a date or a meeting. Not to mention how rude it would seem
to your companions if you pulled out your phone during a
conversation.

2. Watches Are Functional : Any item inspired by the

military has a functional use. Wrist watches included. Wrist
watches were first used in the 19th century by the military to
synchronize maneuvers during war.

Since then, specialized watches have been used in the depths

of the ocean by divers and high up in the sky by aviators.
3. Watches Signal Style : Compliments. The range of
acceptable jewelry for a man is limited. Many men are only
going to be seen with three main accessories decorating their
hands - a nice watch, a stylish pair of cufflinks, and a simple
wedding band if they're married. You can display your sense
of style by having a good quality watch. Call it what you will,
a quality luxury watch is a man's equivalent to the
engagement ring.

4. Watches Embody Craftsmanship : A wrist watch is more

than a timekeeper. It is a symbol of tradition and history
encased in a showpiece with extreme craftsmanship.

Not many men realize that they are wearing pieces of art on
their wrist. Some watch houses have four craftsmen working
on one watch for several months - designing complex pieces
of technology by hand.

Craftsmanship is one of the reasons why some watches cost

$50 and another ones cost $500 or even more $10,000.One of
the big advantages of a watch - especially over a smartphone -
is how long it can operate in the field.

5. Watches Make Great Heirlooms : Not only is a timepiece

the quintessential gift - it is the quintessential heirloom. No
matter what your philosophy is on the end of life, we can all
agree that people can live on through the memories of those
that knew them.

Owning timepieces from a different era is a remembrance of

people who lived before you. Having their watches makes
you think of them, in a real way. They wore these same
watches which show signs of use, care and love.
A watch collection is also a legacy. It doesn't necessarily have
to be worth a mini treasure - but leaving your watch(es) to
someone you care about is in essence passing on values that
were important to you, to someone else.

One of the best watches you can pass on are Rolexes. Some
believe the perfect watch is the Rolex Explorer.
Watch Bands
The band types convey signals about who you are, and what
purpose you’re serving.

For example, a rubber strap may signal you are a diver. A

leather strap shows the man dressing up for a classy night out.
A nylon strap may speak of sandy beaches and drinks with
umbrellas in them. Metal gives a heavy accessory feel where
leather gives a minimalistic classy mood.

Let’s look at each one in detail:

1. Leather : Leather bands are going to give your watch a

slimmer look. They have a sleek tone which makes them the
primary choice for formal attire. The minimalistic feel from
leather band watches give a classic feeling. You also can dress
them down, making them the primary choice when starting
your watch collection because of the versatility.

Leather bands come in a variety of choices. When picking

your leather band look at several factors:

● They type of leather

● The padding inside the strap
● Quality & color of stitching
These matter for several reasons. If the leather is synthetic,
the bending of the watch strap to buckle it will begin to crack
over time, reducing the number wears and longevity.

Watches with no padding can begin to feel uncomfortable

when worn throughout the day. If you’re wearing it for 12
hours a day you want it to be comfortable on your wrist.
The stitching is important because the slightest difference in
the color of stitching in a watch strap can drop the formality
from dressy to casual.

You ideally want the stitching to match the color of your

leather. Types of leather range from common leather types to
exotic.

Tip: Stay away from faux leather straps!

Examples:
● Cowhide
● Calfskin
● Bison
● Lizard
● Top Grain
● Snake
● Alligator
● Full Grain
● Genuine (Suede)

2. Metal : A metal watch band, even one the same size as a

leather band, will always appear larger & heavier because of
the nature of metal. This is an important consideration if you
have smaller wrists.
Metal bands will present the appearance of a larger watch,
making it a primary choice for men with larger
wrists. Metal is lower on the formality scale than leather. It
goes well with sports coats and a pair of odd trousers or
denim. On occasion it’s okay to wear metal bands with suits if
it’s not a formal suit.

Common types of metals used in watches have a wide range.

Examples are:

● Stainless Steel
● Titanium
● Aluminum
● Rhodium
● Gold
● Silver
● Platinum
Each one can come in a polished or natural state.

If you want a watch as an heirloom the best options are

something with longevity. Titanium and stainless steel in their
natural state are great options for that.

Solid gold and platinum will also stand the test of time as
well, although a more expensive option.

3 Fabric : Fabric is usually found in functional and casual

watches. Material like nylon is an excellent choice for an
informal watch. A great place to wear these are anywhere you
may be going around water; to the lake, or the beach. The
fabric won’t get easily ruined if water happens to splash on it.

A great summer accessory!

Common types of fabric watches include:

● Rubber
● Nylon
● Tweed
● Plastic blends

When looking for quality it’s best to stay away from plastics.
They’re pretty cheap and will easily break over time. Rubber
is great for divers or runners that sweat heavily as it won’t
absorb water.
Formality & Function
There are watches designed for several types of occasions.
For simplicity sake we will divide them into three different
categories:

1. Dress Watches
2. Functional Watches
3. Casual Watches

1. Dress Watches :

Dress watches are arguably the first watch every

man should own. Usually found with a leather strap, a dress
watch is the go to choice to wear with a suit. They can
be dressed down as well with different business casual outfits.
A watch with a plain white face and no complications and a
black leather band is as formal as it gets.

The most formal dress watch are the ones that only show
hours, minutes, seconds and maybe the date. Complications in
dress watches are simpler and not related to sport.

Dress Watch Overview

● Band of a Dress Watch: Leather

● Color of Dress Watch Straps: Black, Dark Brown, Tan,

Cream

● Color of Dress Watch Casing: Silver, Rose Gold, Gold

● Color of a Dress Watch Face: White, Black, Metallic

● Numbers & Dial of a Dress Watch: Roman numerals,
Minimalistic dashes, Hour Indexes, May or may not have a
second hand, Always has hour and minute hands.
2. Casual Watches : You can tell a watch is casual from the
material and color. Made from different fabrics like nylon or
canvas, these work great with vacation outfits or casual
clothing. Wear them to the beach, or to a family BBQ where
dress attire would be too much.

Casual Watch Overview

● Band of a Casual Watch: Nylon, Metal, Tweed

● Color of Casual Watch Straps: Various colors (Red, White,
Blue, Purple, Black, etc.) and patterns (like Checks, Stripes,
etc.).
● Color of Casual Watch Casing: Silver, Black, Gold, Brown,
Blue.
● Color of a Casual Watch Face: White, Black, Blue, Tan.
● Numbers and Dial of a Casual Watch: Digits, Digit/Dashes
Combination, Chrono Face.

3. Functional Watches : These are the racing watches, dive

watches, aviation watches, and field watches. Each watch
serves a purpose and should be worn for specific tasks. The
formalities of these watches correlates directly with the
purpose they serve. The fabric is usually rubber, canvas, or
leather depending on the job.

Functional Watch Overview

● Band of a Functional Watch: Rubber, Canvas, Leather,
Metal,
Depends on the function.
● Color of Functional Watch Straps: Brown, Black, Tan,
Silver.
● Color of Functional Watch Casing: Silver, Black, Gold.
● Color of Functional Watch Face: Black, Blue, Brown,
White, Tan,
Combination of colors.
● Numbers & Dial of a Casual Watch: Digital, Numerical
digits, Dive Bezels, Chronograph, Depends on the
function.Functional watch types

Functional watch: Diver’s watches Also referred to as a

diving watch, these were originally worn as work/tool
watches. Designed for underwater diving, these watches
feature a minimum water resistance up to 100 meters. Don’t
be inspired by James Bond movies and wear a divers watch
with a suit.

That’s the equivalent of wearing a suit with work boots.

Functional watch: Chrono / Sports Watches Not a true dress
watch, but can be quite dressy especially in the higher brands.
Sports watches are durable, sleek and made from high-quality
plastic composites.
 Wrist Size

Anything above 46mm starts to become too large, and is

usually reserved for flashy outfits. Anything below 38mm
leans towards jewelry and eases into women's size watches.

So how do you know what size works for you? Measure your
wrist. You can use a dollar bill as a hack to measure. Modern
US Paper Currencies are 6 inches in length. Wrap it around
your wrist to find the circumference. If your wrist is 6 to 7
inches you will be a small to medium wrist size.

The small to medium diameter cases are 38mm, 40mm, and

42mm. If your wrist is 7.5 to 8 inches in circumference, that
will be more proportional with large cases which are
44-46mm.

The Watch Case Thickness : Case thickness is oftentimes

directly correlated to case diameter. Back when mechanical
watches were dominating the market it was perceived that a
thinner case was higher quality.

This is no longer the case now with electronic watches

entering the market, as well as quartz designs.
A general rule is, as the diameter of the case increases or
decreases, the thickness does as wellLaw of Counterbalance
basically states that anyone can increase their SMV by simply
augmenting another area, and maintaining the other area to a
decent degree. So yeah gentlemen that is it , it took me a lot

of research to dissect every thing in this , I feel now you

know which type of watch you should go for,

4 WATCHES THAT I OWN

Armani Exchange Blue Watch AX2430 ( My Fav )

Fossil Dean Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch ( My Fav )

 JACKETS AND COATS & SPORTS JACKETS
Jackets and Coats & Sports Jackets

These are probably the easiest way to dress up any casual

outfit. Throw a blazer or sports jacket on and suddenly you’re
classy.

Not particularly formal but certainly sharper than your peers.

There are almost infinite variety of colors and patterns out
there to choose from. You can add quite a bit of uniqueness to
your wardrobe with only a few pieces.

Blouson :
A tight-waisted descendent of WWII-era
field jackets, this is a good option for
times when a sports jacket with lapels
feels a little too dressy. It has a timeless
feel that reminds people of old movies,
war heroes, and Middle America.

Leather Jacket :
Another good casual jacket option,
you’ve got your choice of a couple
styles, ranging from the heavy, lined
bomber jacket to tight-fitted moto
jackets. They have a little “tough guy”
swagger to them.
Jean Jacket :
Again available in lots of styles, these
shouldn’t be worn with matching denim
(blue jeans and a blue jean jacket is no
good), but look great with slacks,
corduroys, or in some cases darker
denim, though mixing denims should
always be done carefully.

Overcoat :
A long wool overcoat is something many
young men lack, and something that
becomes invaluable in cold or wet
weather when you’re dressing up.
Throwing a puffy winter parka over a
suit or nice jacket ruins the whole look.
Keep an eye on second-hand shops if you
can’t afford one new off the rack - a good
Chesterfield or polo coat is the ideal
companion to your nicer outfits.

Duffel Coat :
Also called toggle coats for their typical
style of button, duffel coats were
originally military surplus and later
became a staple of European intellectuals
and students. They’re still classic campus
wear, and striking these days for their
uniqueness (especially on American
campuses, where they were never quite
as ubiquitous).
Dating Study On Jacket :

According to the study conducted by Kelton Research, not

only are well-dressed men viewed as sexier, smarter, more
successful, and more well-liked, they also fare better in
relationships.
SHIRTS , TOPS AND DRESS SHIRTS
veryone needs one or two in plain white for dress
occasions; for the rest go for light patterns and colors.
They should still be based in white or a very light pastel,
but both stripes and checks are fine for most occasion.

1. Casual Collared Shirts :

Useful for evening casual wear in
particular, shirts that have the same
basic cut as a dress shirt but a
bolder pattern or color go well with
everything from gray wool slacks to
blue jeans.

Variegated stripes (multiple stripes

of varying width and color),
deepcolors like purple and red, and
figure patterns (repeating designs rather than line designs like
stripes and checks) are all good options for casual collared
shirts.

2. Work Shirts :
Another collared style, these are
made of softer cotton or denim.
Blue Oxford work shirts are a
classic, as are plaid “lumberjack”
shirts.
The latter are sometimes made in virgin wool instead of
cotton, as with the iconic Pendleton brand.

3. Polo Shirts :

Useful for all warm weather needs,

everyone should have a few. One
in white, one in a solid dark, and
one with a few narrow stripes (the
classic golf look) is a good start to
the collection.

Avoid wearing polos with a

company logo on the chest unless you’re actually on the clock
and working for that company, however - your Best Buy polo
isn’t good casual wear.

4. Rugby Shirts : Something like a

long-sleeved polo shirt, these usually
have broad horizontal stripes and in
some cases a team logo or school crest
on the left breast. They’re good for a
collegiate look that doesn’t rely on a
hoodie or T-shirt.

5. Henley Shirts : Similar to a T-shirt,

but with a small, buttoning “fly” in the front, below the
ring collar. They can be long- or short-sleeved, and both are a
nice alternative to a plain tee.
6. Breton Top : Familiar to most people
as “the French shirt” - a three-quarter
length sleeve shirt with horizontal
stripes in alternating white and navy
blue (or white and black; other colors
are occasionally seen as well). A unique
and eye-catching look for bold dressers.
Don’t pair it with a beret unless you’re
trying to look like a caricature of a
Frenchman, or are a mime.

7. Guayabera : A traditional South

American style sometimes (and
inaccurately) called a Cuban shirt. They
have multiple front pockets, a soft
collar, and decorative columns of
pleats or embroidery, and can range
from plain white to brightly colored and
extravagantly decorated. A good touch
of the exotic for a North American
summer wardrobe.

8. Cardigans : Buttoning or zippered

sweaters that open in the front. No
college student should be without a
thick, loose, blanket-like wool one.
Nothing is better for draping around a
girlfriend’s shoulders, or just looking
stylish in on the way to class. Lighter,
more fitted versions in cotton or light
wools like cashmere are good for fall
and spring.
 FOOTWEAR
1.Work Shoes : Doc Martens are
the classic example: dark leather
with a rubber sole and thick
stitching, for a look that’s sturdy
but not sloppy. An ideal alternative
to sneakers in almost any outfit.

2. Work Boots : Similar to work shoes but thicker, taller, and

sometimes more varied in color.
For the most part practical in use,
but throw them on with jeans and
a lumberjack shirt when you just
feel like looking tough and
outdoorsy (even if you’re just
walking down to the store or
across campus).

3. Canvas Sneakers : A pair of

colored canvas sneakers like the Converse Chuck Taylor All-
Stars is good for dressing down an
outfit. Throw them on with a
blazer and odd trousers or even a
suit for a nightclub/concert look.
Just don’t wear them with jeans
and a T-shirt unless you’re trying
to look sloppy.

4.Chukka or Desert Boots :

Desert boots are a practical sub-
species of chukka boots, which are a low-ankled, loosely-tied
style of casual leather boot. They’re good for both practical
outdoor use and casual social wear, and make a nice
alternative to casual leather shoes.

5.Leather Shoes : Everyone needs a pair of plain black

oxford balmorals for dress purposes, but beyond that it’s good
to have a few pairs with casual accenting. Brogues (shoes
with perforated patterns), saddle shoes (two-tone shoes
with a horizontal band across the upper), wingtips, and other
styles that feature strong decorative elements are all good for
wear with everything from blue jeans on up.
 RING FINGERS SYMBOLISM

Both hands are acceptable for wearing your ring(s) on.

Engagement and wedding rings are more widely
acceptable on the left hand.
Culture and religion can play a role and vary between one
another.
Right hand is seen as the “physical” hand.
Right hand is more often used = greater visibility.
The left hand represents your character and beliefs
Showcases character and makes a statement.
Rings contain great detail and are flashy.
Rings can be bulky or thin.
No religious or cultural associations
Symbolism of marriage.
Right fourth finger symbolizes engagement.
Simple designs in gold, white gold and silver.
Subtle diamonds and patterns more common in younger
generations
Symbolizes male characteristics
Ring designs lean towards small and simple.
Simple designs in gold, white gold and silver.
Rarely seen in most cultures
Prominent and noticeable.
Used for class rings, family or membership crests.
Any design that is meant to be used frequently and
emphatically an gestures
 HAIR GUIDE FOR MEN
When a person looks at you, what do they see? Your clothes,
your face -- and your hair. The "appearance" of your hair
breaks down into a couple of different components. You've
got more control over some of them than others. The part can
be changed in seconds, the length in minutes, and the color
in hours (changing the length in seconds is also possible, but
not recommended unless you've just enlisted and are off to
see the highly-efficient Army barbers).

Put together, these five elements make up the total "look" of

your hair that an outside observer sees

Length : Apart from color, the most obvious trait of any

haircut is its length. It's also the one that comes with the most
social expectations and judgments attached.

The Basic Lengths

You can break hair down into three basic style families: short
cuts, medium cuts, and long cuts.

● Short hair can stand up on its own. Buzzcuts are short, as,
obviously, are shaved heads. Slightly longer hairs worn
spiked with product still look to observers like short cuts,
though they may appear more like medium haircuts when
they lie flat.

● Medium cuts encompass most traditional side-parts and

other business styles. The hair is out of the eyes and mostly
off the back of the neck, but it might be long enough to lie
across the top of the head or tuck behind the ear.

● Long cuts fall into the eyes, over the ears, or past the back
of the neck. This could include anything from an unkempt
mullet to a neat ponytail to a massively spiked mohawk that
falls to the sides of the face when it's let down.

Long Hair on Men: Yes or No?

The meaning of long hair can vary dramatically from culture

to culture. White, middle- and upper-class urban Americans
usually consider it a gesture of mild rebellion against social
norms.
That said, it's worth remembering that white, middle- and
upper-class Americans are a minority of the population. If
you're looking to advance in conservative businesses like
corporate law and finance, you probably need to avoid long
hairstyles. But a man in a more counter-culture industry like
software engineering might not find a well-kept ponytail
disadvantageous at all. And a punk rocker may actually have
more trouble landing gigs with a traditional business haircut.

So there is no firm yes or no for most men. But the majority

of men in America will have an easier time in most
mainstream interactions with a shorter haircut. Hair past the
top of the neck might generate negative reactions from some
people, while hair that stops at the neck is never going
to offend anyone.

The "Safety Zone"

Conventional hair length for men is easy to define. A safe

default for any barber, from a $5 student cut to a salon, is to
ask for a cut within the following boundaries: s

1. Off the back of the neck

2. Above the point where the ear

separates from the side of the head

3. Above the eyebrows when brushed

straight down in front

That range encompasses most "traditional" hair styles for men

who want to keep it within the safety zone.
Going Bald and Hair Length :

"Male-pattern baldness" gets its name for a reason: there's a

pattern. Hair loss starts at the top and front of the scalp and
spreads from there. That means it's possible to have quite long
hair while still going bald. This is pretty much always a
bad idea.

Long hair let straight down with a bald spot in the center gets
into the "crypt keeper" look. Long hair on the sides combed
over the bald spot isn't fooling anyone (and makes you look
desperate). Keep it short when it starts to bald, or just get a
jump on the game by shaving the head entirely. Cue Balls
have been sexy for years now.

Thickness :

How thick your hair is depends on three factors: the thickness

of the individual hairs, how many hairs there are per square
millimeter of scalp, and how clean the hairs are.

Thick hair isn't inherently good or bad, but it does affect both
the appearance and the maintenance needs of your hair.

Thickness and Appearance :

How thick your hair is primarily affects how it moves.

Someone with very thick hair is less likely to have their look
stirred up and tousled by the wind than someone with light,
fine hairs. This makes men with fine hairs good candidates
for "layered" cuts that can stand up to a bit of tousling.

These cuts need at least a little bit of length to work, but done
well they end up looking very styled and deliberate even
when they're mussed. Fine-haired men may want to avoid
long hairstyles, however -- once it gets down past the back of
the neck, it's going to do a lot of blowing around, even
indoors.

Men with thicker hair, on the other hand, can wear their hair
longer if they want to, but also have to do a lot more
maintenance to keep the hair looking "lively." Thick hair can
clump and hang limp, which doesn't look good on anyone.

Men with particularly thick hair will need either a short cut
like a buzz where there's no chance of tangling or a more
extensive shampooing and conditioning regimen

Cleanliness and Thickness :

All our healthy hairs produce a natural coating of oil. Over

time the coating thickens and traps particles of dirt, so hair
that hasn't been washed in a while is thickened artificially
with a coat of oil and microscopic detritus.
Men with thick hair need to keep themselves regularly
shampooed. This keeps the hair from turning limp and
clumping, as well as avoiding an unsightly sheen. Fine-haired
men, on the other hand, produce less oil overall, and may
need to alternate shampooing every other day or even less to
avoid drying the hair out and looking straw-like.

Straightness :

Hair ranges from long, smooth strands that look like

unspooled thread to coils as tight as metal springs. The
thicker your hair is, the quicker its silhouette grows. A man
with very straight hair can grow his out without adding much
bulk to his head, while a man with curly hair starts working
toward a fro very quickly.

This is worth keeping in mind because you want your

hairstyle to be proportional with the rest of your body. A
short, slender man looks unbalanced with a thick head of hair
poofing out in all directions. A big, athletic man might be able
to wear the same hair without concern.

Part :

The part is the point at which your hair splits to lie in one
direction or the other. Not all hair styles have a part --
whether there is one visible or not is part of the style. Hair
parts are a powerful visual tool. At their most basic they give
a subtle visual cue to your handedness -- right-handed men
tend to part their hair with the longer half pointed toward their
right hand, and vice-versa for left handed men.

A central part adds symmetry to the face below it. Styles

without parts can be neat, messy, or somewhere in between.
It's not a vital part of a hairstyle, just a visual aspect that you
have easy control of at any given moment.

Maintenance Needs :

Hair needs proper treatment to stay healthy. Most guys'

routines consist of shampooing, toweling off, and combing,
full stop (or less). For some haircuts that's enough. For others,
it's not.

Shampoo :

Shampoo actually has a pretty complex job. It needs to

remove the dirt-encrusted oil that covers your hairs without
also stripping the hair of fresh oils. Daily shampooing is not
necessary for most men. Unless you have exceptionally oily
hair or are exposed to a large amount of dusty particles, daily
shampooing will end up stripping off healthy oils and forcing
your hair to overproduce its natural oil.
The result is increasingly oily hair that looks greasy long
before it's actually dirty. Men with oily hair should rinse
regularly but shampoo infrequently. Over time the hair will
adjust and begin to produce less oils.

Conditioner :

Hair conditioner is a product specifically designed to thicken

individual hairs. It usually contains both moisturizing agents
and oils. The combination softens and thickens the hairs,
making them feel smoother and helping them adhere naturally
when brushed in the same direction.

Marketers will try to sell conditioners "for" every type of hair.

This is largely misleading -- conditioner is useful for men
whose hairs are naturally light, dry, or otherwise prone to
scattering. Thick-haired men whose hairs naturally stick to
one another don't have much use for conditioner. Conditioner
may be more necessary in dry climates. In humid climates, it
can make hair feel limp and damp all day long.

Hair Wax :
Wax is one of the oldest products for men's hair. It has been
around since before the Roman empire, and hasn't actually
changed much in composition since then.

Waxes are useful in that they both stiffen and moisturize the
hair. This is easier on the hair than sprays which harden and
dry it, which can result in more long-term damage to the hair.

The disadvantage of styling waxes is that they resist washing

-- it can take several rinses and stiff scrubbing to get wax out
of styled hair.
Pomade :

Pomade is a synthetic grease used to make hair slicker,

smoother, and shinier. The look is distinctive and clearly
artificial. In America it's often associated with the 1940s and
1950s, when stiffly-pomaded side parts became the iconic
businessman's hairstyle. Pomade is usually a combination of a
wax and a fatty oil. The wax provides the stiffness while the
oil moisturizes the hair and holds it together, as well as
lending a glossy sheen to the surface.

The disadvantage of pomade is that the two substances

evaporate and absorb at different rates. The oils tend to soak
into the hair or evaporate into the atmosphere faster than the
wax, resulting in hair that starts to clump together in long,
stiff sheets rather than smooth curve.

Hair Spray :

Canned hair spray is one of the stiffest "fixers" for a hairdo. It

coats the outside of the hair with a fast-drying polymer that
binds to itself, resulting in hardened "bundles" of hair.

This creates a very fixed and sculpted look that resists

tousling, but may feel stiff or "crunchy" to the touch. For
men, hair spray works best on short, spiky looks. Longer
hairstyles are better-served by pomades or waxes, which will
give less of a "helmet-head" feel.

Some hair sprays need specific solvents to wash out, but most
will come out in warm water. Wash hairspray out with plain
water before shampooing so that the shampoo can take care
of the dirt trapped on the actual hairs under the spray.
Hair Clay :

A relatively recent arrival on the hair product scene is hair

clays, which use powdered mineral products to provide
stiffness instead of fats or waxes. They tend to be on the more
expensive side, but provide a stiff hold like a pomade without
the visible glossiness of one.

This makes them extremely useful for men who like an

artfully tousled look that appears unplanned and natural. A
little hair clay goes a long way. Overusing it can create visible
streaking and make the hair harden. It rinses out easily in
warm water. Combing Last but not least, combing is a healthy
process as well as a grooming one.

Combs help clear away dead hairs to let new ones grow in, as
well as brushing off the largest detritus from your hair.

Even if you prefer not to wear a visible part, keep a comb in

your pocket or at least in your bathroom. Men with longer
hair may need to upgrade to a hairbrush, but for most middle-
and short-length haircuts a simple pocket comb is usually
enough.
 HAIR CUTS FOR MEN
emember, each hairstyle is basically a combination of
three factors:

● The kind of hair you have naturally

● The way your stylist has shaped it (the "attitude")
● The products and processes you use to take care of it at
home

To see how those all come together, here's a list of some of

the more common hairstyles. Most of these have more than
one name, so you may have heard them called different things
depending on where you live and how your stylist was
trained.

Short Cuts :

Shaved Head

Self-explanatory, really - everything

is shaved clean, leaving a bare scalp.
It's simple, but requires regular
upkeep if you haven't gone
completely bald naturally.

These days a shaved head is

considered a reasonable option for
men who are beginning to bald in
places and
want to even it all out, but it still has a youth and rebellion
association for many people. Combined with any visible
tattoos it's definitely an aggressive style

Buzz :

An even-length cut buzzed

down to about 1/8" or less.
Most barbers will bring the
back of the neckline up pretty
high when they do a burr cut,
so that there's not a lot of
stubble reaching down the back
of the neck. A common cut for
military men, athletes, and other guys who don't want to deal
with styling or with sweaty tangles.

It's socially very neutral -- you can wear it with just about any
style in just about any situation, though it's less common
among the suit-and-tie crowd.

Butch :

Another buzz cut (where the hair is

trimmed down to an
even length all over with electric
clippers), but longer
than the burr. Generally about an
even 1/4" length. Sometimes the
sides are tapered or faded out around
the ears, but if the effect becomes dramatic it's more of a
"fade" or a
"high and tight" style (see below).

Crew Cut :

A buzz cut with some sculpting to

it: the sides are usually tapered,
and the top is tapered so that it's
longer in front and shorter in back.
The edges are usually rounded,
giving it a little less boxy of a look
than a butch
or burr.

Crew cuts are a popular youth and college style, typical on

frat boys and student athletes. Older men with receding
hairlines may also wear them, using the curve of the haircut
to even out things around their bald spot.

Fade :

A broad term, but generally refers

to longer hair on top of the head
buzzed gradually shorter as it
comes down the side of the head.
The taper usually starts around
the ears and fades down to bare
skin around the neckline.

Fades have been popular styles for

men with curly hair for decades,
with different lengths up top
coming in and out of fashion. At the longest, the front can be
curled up into a small pompadour (see below). Fades give the
low-maintenance of a basic buzz cut but look a little more
deliberate. They're good for men who don't want to think
about their hair much but who want a bit of style to their cut
beyond the most basic, utilitarian shape.

Different barbers probably have different ideas of where to

start the fade and how long to leave it up top, so be sure to be
specific in your request. Like the buzz, this is a low-
maintenance default for men that don't like to think about
their hair. It's a little less aggressively macho/sporting than
the short buzz
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