In the spirit of Hari Raya Puasa, here’s a short Crash Course World History episode on Islam. Do check out the other episodes on Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism and also Buddhism if this series tickles your fancy.
Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri, everyone!
One of the things I missed the most about the travelling is the ability to go hiking. For those of us who enjoy hiking, Gunung Lambak in Johor might be a great way to get our hiking fix. What about those of us who are interested city creatures? Gunung Lambak has pretty gentle slopes and assisted paths to get you to the summit. ^_^
Here are some pictures for you to get your hiking spirits up… and maybe come along on a planned trip? ^_^
No. I haven’t forgotten the more gallant sex. *curtseys* Here’s something for you. And it’s a three-parter too!
How to Build Your Wardrobe – Part 1
A Man’s Wardrobe
There are many things that we can’t control; the weather, the economy, the fact that college football needs a playoff system. How we present ourselves to strangers and new acquaintances, however, is not one of them. When you shake hands with a potential partner, they form an instant impression of you which is not easily dislodged. First impressions are powerful because until we begin to speak, they are the only bits of information we have to make a snap decision as to whether we like or trust someone. Countless communication studies have shown a man’s visual appearance is initially more powerful than what he says; ignore your wardrobe at your own risk…
Types of Men and Their Clothing Needs
The Business Owner’s Wardrobe
You occasionally wear a suit when meeting with clients or investors but in the confines of your office you are more casual while still maintaining a level of professionalism around your employees. In the evenings with friends and family you are much more relaxed, and even if you head to the office Saturday morning, you’re going in jeans and a polo.
Items that should be in the Business Owner’s wardrobe:
- 1+ Suits
- 1+ Pair Dress Shoes
- 2 Pair Casual Leather Shoes
- Belts that match above shoes
- 10+ Dress Shirts
- 3+ Ties
- 2 Pairs of well-fitting Jeans
- 5 Pair Slacks, Dark & Light
- 5+ Button-up collared sport shirts
- 5 Solid Polo Shirts
- 5 Sweaters
- 10+ Undershirts V-neck
- 2+ Sports Jackets
- 1 Simple Dress Watch
Items that would be helpful to have:
- 1 Navy Blazer
- 5+ Pocket Squares
- Collar Stays, Cuff Links
Allot the time and resources
Your Wardrobe Budget – How much time and money do I need?
Ideally a man should build his wardrobe a few pieces at a time over a decade. In tune with his clothing needs, he should be on the lookout for missing pieces to be had at a value price. Slowly integrating these finds into his closet, he will be ready at a moment’s notice for whatever event is thrown his way. If you have time on your hands, develop a basic understanding of style and shop in thrift shops and bargain bins, and you can piece together a respectable wardrobe for around $300 to $500.
When time is a premium, the cost of a wardrobe can rise dramatically. If you do not have years to piece your wardrobe together, you may end up spending ten times the numbers above as you’ll be paying full retail for most items. If your wardrobe is going to be suit heavy, expect to spend well over 5K. The one upside to purchasing quite a few items at once is that you may be able to negotiate a discount for a large purchase – I do this quite often with my clients as it is a win-win scenario for both of us.
Finally, remember that purchasing quality is an investment; purchasing quantity on the other hand is an expense. It’s better to own a few well made garments that you wear often than a full wardrobe of cheap & poorly-fitted clothing that……well, looks cheap and poorly-fitted.
(Read rest of Part 1 here)
(Read Part 2 here – Men’s Clothing Specifics i.e. fit, patterns, style and value, advice on ties, jeans, jackets, shoes etc…)
(Read Part 3 here – Men’s Accessories i.e. hats, watches etc…)
Just a really good post on how to build your wardrobe. The original article has links to pictures and colour schemes with examples!)
HOW TO BUILD A WARDROBE
When doing this exercise, think in terms of your body right now. What fits you right now? What do you feel good in right now? What fits your lifestyle?
STEP 1: Look through your current wardrobe and choose your favorite tops. The ones you wear the most, the ones you feel best in. The ones you need the most for your lifestyle. List at least 5-10 silhouettes.
For my lifestyle, I chose:
- long sleeve button down blouses
- long sleeve silk tie front blouses
- high-low tees
- v-neck cashmere sweaters
- peplum tops
- henley tops
- striped tops
- casual tanks
- cowl neck tops
- wrap front collarless tops
- kimono style blouses
- glitzy tanks in trendy shapes
STEP 2: Look through your current wardrobe and choose your favorite dresses. The ones you wear the most, the ones you feel best in. The ones you need the most for your lifestyle. List at least 5-10 silhouettes.
My picks:
- long sleeve body conscious dresses
- fun party dress
- formal dresses (not shown)
- maxi dress in bold color
- body conscious pencil dresses
- casual t-shirt/sweatshirt dress
Easy Hairstyles for a date / work – hairstyles for long hair / hairstyles for medium hair
July 25, 2012Easy fix it up videos for most of us who have long hair. I’ve tried a few and it’s not hard at all!
The Water Cooler 