The post Need Inspiration For Men’s Spring Outfits? Master These 7 Commandments for Tasteful Spring Style appeared first on Effortless Gent. Want to put together some killer spring outfits? The unpredictable temperature changes and wet weather requires strategic style planning, and men’s spring fashion is really all about managing the transition. If you want your spring outfits to hit, make sure you take to heart and practice all seven of these commandments. Spring is one of the most beautiful times of the year (and I’m not just saying that because I have a spring birthday!) As the flowers blo ..read more

The post 11 Of The Best Men’s Scarves To Keep You Feeling Warm & Looking Hot appeared first on Effortless Gent. We’re in the thick of winter and it’s more important than ever to stay warm! When it comes to fashion and personal style, the right accessories can make all the difference. And so it goes without saying that one of the must-haves in your winter wardrobe is a cozy, warm, and stylish scarf. Obvi. Scarves have always been a style staple, and they’re more important than ever during the frigid winter days. With so many materials, lengths, widths, and designs to choose from, finding th ..read more

The post Date Night Outfits For Men: What To Wear On Valentine’s Day appeared first on Effortless Gent. V Day can be a tricky one to navigate and there’s a lot to plan. Do you really need the predicament of what to wear adding to your stress? (Of course not.) We’re here to give you a few solid date night outfits so you don’t have to worry about what to wear on Valentine’s Day. While we do our best to give our partner the ideal romantic experience on Valentine’s Day—or ourselves if we’re single and want to indulge in a little treat—there are so many variables at play. Damn, what are my girlfrie ..read more

The post The New J.Crew: Can This Creative Director Save The Heritage Brand? appeared first on Effortless Gent. You’ve probably shopped at J.Crew before. Need a dress shirt for a wedding or some chinos for work? J.Crew has always been the one-stop-shop for all of your menswear essentials. At least it used to be.  With changing trends and fast fashion’s chokehold on the masses, J.Crew has seen its fair share of challenges over the last several years… reaching a point where we weren’t sure if it was going to make it. Thankfully, they made a big move in hopes of saving their brand and signal ..read more

The post Button Up vs Button Down… What’s The Difference? (Ask an Effortless Gent) appeared first on Effortless Gent. Imagine this. You’re picking out an outfit for work, and there are two shirts to choose from: A blue button-up and a white button-down. At first glance, you might assume that there’s no difference between the two garments besides their color. Indeed, the terms button up and button down are often used interchangeably, but they shouldn’t be.  We’re going to break down the differences between the two shirts, so you know where and when to wear one over the other! Button Down o ..read more

The post The Best Everyday Carry Items Under $100 (Premium and Budget Picks) appeared first on Effortless Gent. From needing to tighten the small screws on your son’s glasses to fixing your girlfriend’s flat tire, you never know what can happen in the blink of an eye. That’s why it’s important to assess what EDC items are most important to have on hand. Fortunately, we’ve done that for you with our picks for the best everyday carry under $100. We’ve curated a mix of essentials, including convenient tools to have at your disposal and storage solutions for cash and cards.  There are also p ..read more

The post Olivers Apparel Review: An Effortless Blend Of Performance, Style, And Comfort appeared first on Effortless Gent. Maybe you’ve noticed something in the menswear world across the past decade or so. Styles are more casual than business, the lines are blurring, and pieces (and fabrics) you might more commonly associate with the gym are crossing over into everyday wear. You could call it “athleisure” or more likely, “performance menswear,” and there are a few brands who step things up beyond typical athletic staples to craft an everyday wardrobe. In our mind, Olivers Apparel does that as ..read more

The post Grant Stone: Premium Quality Men’s Shoes At An Incredibly Fair Price appeared first on Effortless Gent. You may be curious about Grant Stone but have never tried the brand before. So you’re here because you’re wondering if it’s worth it to invest in a classic staple shoe from their lineup, or if you should stick with a more mainstream brand. I wore Grant Stone’s Traveler Penny Loafer for a few weeks before writing this article, so I could give you a firsthand account of my experiences, and frankly, if it’s worth it or not. I’m going to break down everything you need to know, from the ..read more

The post Stretch Polo + Dress Shirt Collar: Are Collars & Co. Shirts The Ultimate Smart Casual Hack? appeared first on Effortless Gent. With work-professional fashion and the smart casual category constantly shifting and changing, the comfort-dress-hybrid industry has always been around.  Lately, it seems it’s really blowing up—with not-great products. Usually, hybrid clothes aren’t appropriately dressy enough, or aren’t actually that comfortable.  Collars & Co. wants to change the game with their stretch polo shirts that come with an actual dress collar, allowing you to wear ..read more

The post These Are The Best Everyday Carry Bags We’ve Found (11 Options For All Styles) appeared first on Effortless Gent. A lot of guys keep their EDC in their pockets, which is totally fine if your everyday carry consists of your pocket knife, wallet, and keys. But what if you want to bring around more than that? If you’re the type to carry more of the items we’ve listed in our urban EDC list, this can lead to clunky pockets or loose, strewn-about gear prone to getting misplaced. The solution? The best everyday carry bags in this round-up. The Aer Day Sling 3 with common everyday carry items ..read more