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What: Calaphon Stainless Steel Bar Opener Kit

The Lowdown: Every well-stocked bar needs drinks, but don’t forget the essential hardware, either. This Calaphon set includes both a bottle opener and a classic sommelier’s knife in gleaming stainless steel.

Yea or Nay: Premium sommelier’s knives (also known as a waiter’s corkscrew or a waiter’s friend) are hard to come by, but Calaphon’s is both elegant and well-made. Although it might take you a while to learn how to use a sommelier’s knife, it certainly is the most masculine and refined way to serve drinks.

Buy it: $19.99 @ Bed, Bath & Beyond

What: Cedar Hangers

The Lowdown: We’ve already talked about taking care of your shoes, but your clothes deserve the same caring treatment. Not all hangers are made equal and make sure you acknowledge that with this assortment of cedar coat and suit hangers from Bed, Bath, & Beyond.

Yea or Nay: All natural cedar provides moisture control, helps your clothes retain shape, and leaves them smelling fresh. The great thing about cedar hangers is that they never really wear out like wire or plastic ones do. And if you’ve noticed the woody smell diminishing, just give them a quick rub with some sandpaper and dust them off to keep your closet fresh and clean.

Buy it: Packs of four for $9.99 at Bed, Bath, & Beyond

Dear Jack,
I’m 27 years old, and for the first time in my life, people are telling me that I look old. Looking in the mirror, I feel like I have more wrinkles around my eyes than my father. The problem is that I’m an I-banker and I work very long hours. Is there anything that I can do, or is it too late.?

A relentless schedule can take its toll on the skin – long hours, a constantly changing sleep schedule, and too much

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We all need a little help once in awhile, and when it comes to style—it’s always good to get a little outside input. We’re inviting you, then, to submit your fashion/style question with a photo, and get a little fashion wisdom from fellow readers.

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Recently, See Jack Shop featured tips for buying a great suit. Here, we follow up with some basic style points you need to know.

Styling Points

• When it comes to three-button suits, follow the “sometimes, always, never� rule: The top button sometimes, the middle button always, the bottom button never. It’s acceptable to wear either the top and middle button, or the middle button only.

• The decision on

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A well-made suit that fits impeccably is an instant ego booster. Unfortunately, there are millions of men walking around in bargain-basement looking, ill-fitting suits with a low self-esteem to match.
I consider suits to be the most important clothing in a man’s closet. They’re also often the most poorly chosen. I recently met Guy Voglino, merchandising manager of Brooks Brothers, who shared his vast knowledge on key points men

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Dear Jack,

It has always been said not to wear white after labor day but it seems many brands have designed white garments this winter. What’s the story?

Forget the old mantra, “no white after Labor Day.� Wearing white in the winter is becoming more of a fashion norm with each passing year. Unlike the summer months, when white perpetuates the preppy beach look, in the winter, white sets the tone. Pair white on black for a

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When it comes to job interviews it can be extremely difficult to know what to wear. Some fashion schools of thought believe you should go as traditional as possible. Some believe you should add a bit of your personality. We believe you should do both.

Here’s what you do: Always, ALWAYS, start with a basic black or dark blue suit, white or blue dress shirt, shined, laced-up shoes (never loafers), a haircut, and a basic dark blue or red tie

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What: Going gray doesn’t have to be painful. In fact, it would show that you are an up-to-the-minute guy, not locked in to safe-but-boring basics like khaki and black.

Don’t just take our word for it: This, from Details: “Your clothes shouldn’t always be black and white. Slipping into elegant gray coats, ties, and even shoes will keep you from looking like a one-trick stiff.��?

Here’s how: Gray is the great neutral

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Question: “How do i pull off a black suit without looking like a lawyer?”

Answer:

1. Don’t wear your black suit with a white shirt. Try vibrant colored shirts in colors like red, lavender, and bright blue.

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