It’s been a while, but I’m back at it with another edition of Stylin’ Out, a series here at Gentleman Within featuring my style, what I’m wearing season to season, and trending menswear pieces. Stylin’ Out Vol. 6 is all about the men’s athleisure fashion trend and how I’d go about wearing it. THE SEASON It’s springtime and the weather is warming up. The heavy layers and winter boots get stashed in the closet until autumn. It’s a beautiful time of year. Lighter layers and minimal style reigns supreme in spring. THE ATHLEISURE STYLE credit | pinterest The athleisure fashion trend has taken me ..read more

Stylish men know that sunglasses are essential to their wardrobe. They not only protect your eyes from the sun, they can also make you look more attractive. But did you know that sunglasses can work against you if you don’t know your face shape?  And so, this article explains why knowing your face shape is important, the best way to determine face shape, the types of men’s face shapes, the best sunglasses for your face shape and finally we wrap things up with our sunglasses recommendations. Let’s get started. Why Knowing Your Face Shape Is Important Back to top ^ You may be wondering, “w ..read more

So, it’s that time of year again. Black Friday, Cyber Week is in full effect, which means the best deals of the year are now live. Below is a mega-list (150+ brands) of the best style sales and deals happening right now. I’ve also included some other categories like home, grooming and tech, that you might be interested in as well. Without further ado—GW’s 2023 Roundup of the Best Black Friday & Cyber Week Sales & Deals. Best Black Friday & Cyber Week Sales Editor’s note: It’s easy to get caught up in the shopping frenzy of the holidays and so my best advice is to shop smart and re ..read more

The J.Crew Factory Walker Vest has long been a favorite here at Gentleman Within and for good reason. The best seller, J.Crew Factory Quilted Walker Vest is one of the most worn articles of clothing in my wardrobe. I wear it almost year-round with exception to those scorching hot summer months. Safe to say that it’s one helluva stylish, versatile and affordable garment. In fact, good friend, Brock McGoff over at The Modest Man shares similar thoughts about the trusty fall layering piece. J.Crew Factory Walker Vest Review Subscribe to the GW YouTube channel. In this review, I’ll hi ..read more

If you want to learn a few tricks of the trade on what to wear with a denim jacket, then this article is for you. The first 3 denim jacket outfits feature a mid-wash jean jacket which is a happy medium between light & dark, making it the perfect early fall shade. I follow that up with 5 additional jean jacket outfits for good measure. But first, let me demonstrate why this jacket style is so versatile. How to Wear a Denim Jacket for Guys To watch an accompanying video, hit the play button below! Subscribe to the GW YouTube channel. Let’s get started. How To Wear A Denim Jacket With Jean ..read more

Perhaps the best accessory a man can own is a watch. They’re stylish, easy-to-wear, and can be utilized for both time and fashion. On one hand (no pun intended), it’s a timepiece and on the other hand, it’s a piece of jewelry that tells a story. Watches can tell a story in many ways, by combining elements of craftsmanship, design, historical context, and cultural symbolism, and personal significance. They aren’t just timekeeping devices but also objects with the potential to convey meaning, heritage, and personal narratives. Watches Have Meaning, Style & Function What separates watches fr ..read more

Mott & Bow has a line of basic short sleeve and long sleeve t-shirts, heavyweight pocket tees, in addition to their premium jeans collection among other new additions like sweats, polos and underwear. In this review we’ll be taking a look at their popular Driggs short sleeve and long sleeve tees and deciding whether or not they’re some of the best tees in the market. Let’s dive in. Want to give Mott & Bow a try? Simply use “GMW10” at checkout to get 10% off your order! Before we begin, you can learn more about the brand and Mott & Bow’s denim science in my comprehensive Mott & ..read more

Mott & Bow is a direct-to-consumer brand known for their premium denim. Self-described as the “naysayers of $200 jeans,” they now offer an expanded collection of tees, chinos, polos, sweats, underwear and sweaters. Many online brands today try to cater to everyone, but Mott & Bow started with a specific goal in mind — offer high-quality jeans at an affordable price. They stuck with denim for several years before adding a couple more elevated basics to their core collection. This Mott & Bow review includes a try-on haul video, a little bit about Mott & Bow, whether or not thei ..read more

Mott & Bow’s bread and butter is their premium jeans, “the jeans you’ll reach for every time” according to them. And when it comes to denim, they offer a wide range of colors, washes and fits. How do they stack up though? Let’s find out. Want to give Mott & Bow a try? Simply use “GMW10” at checkout to get 10% off your order! Subscribe to the GW YouTube channel. Before we start, you can learn more about the brand and Mott & Bow’s denim science in my comprehensive Mott & Bow review.  Mott & Bow Skinny Fit Jeans Review Mott & Bow jeans start as low as $99 up t ..read more

Thorogood boots are iconic for their rugged, workwear inspired aesthetic and all-around functionality. With over 125 styles of American Heritage footwear and over 125 years in business, the Thorogood Shoe Company has done and seen it all. This in-depth Thorogood Boots review features the Hike ‘n Camp, 6″ moc-toe boot. I’m going to briefly touch on the brand’s history, cover the boot’s style & design, quality & craftsmanship, comfort & durability, shoe sizing & price, the pros & cons and most importantly how they’ve held up over 7 seasons of wear. Finally I’ll wrap things u ..read more