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The 13 Best Grooming Products of the Year

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Esquire tested every new soap, shampoo, and sloughing agent they could get their hands on. It took a while, but these are the winners of the 2010 Grooming Awards.

5 Keys to the New Casual Style — at Any Price

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

A sweater, a blazer, a coat, a pair of pants — it's all very simple, but only if you wear it like this

8 Ways to Make Your Shirt Look Better at Work

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Start upgrading your office style with these simple changes, from a new tie to a bolder stripe

5 Quick Tricks to Make Your Tie Stand Out at the Office

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

From the perfect dimple to a stylish accessory, here are a few easy ways to keep it looking good

The Only Haircut You'll Ever Need

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Can you steal a celebrity style and get away with it? Of course you can — as long as the cut fits your face shape. We asked top barber Shorty Maniace for the long and short of finding perfect hair.

The 16 New Trends for Men and How to Wear 'Em

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Whether you're a man dressing or you're dressing your man, upgrading for this fall has never been so easy — half of the must-have looks are probably in a man's wardrobe already

21 Mysteries of Fall Fashion, Solved in Seconds

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

The Esquire fashion director answers your tough questions with easy answers on everything from the best blazer to hemming your jeans

The Five Best Kinds of Shoes for the Office This Fall

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

From affordable to luxury and basics to boots, the five perfect pairs of the five must-have footwear trends

The End-of-Summer Shopping Guide

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Believe it or not, the time has come to start transitioning your wardrobe for fall. The good news: Half the stuff you need is already in your closet.

24 Essential Rules of Men's Style

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

From how to pretend you're dressing better than you are to how many socks you should own, these quick and funny tips will guide any man from bedroom to work and back

10 Ways to Save the Most on Clothes Right Now

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

The world's best bargains start in the sweatiest months on the timeless cold-weather items you'll cherish for a lifetime. Here's what to look for in the department store.

The Right Cologne for Any Occasion

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Whether you're headed for a job interview, brunch with mom, or the bowling alley, you should reach for one of these five bottles. And a shower.

Yeah, but What Do Old Men Think About Old Spice Man?

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

The guy on the horse has gone viral, and introduced a new generation to the time-tested grooming line. We visited a Wisconsin retirement community to hear the memories of men who've enjoyed it for seven decades — and their (strong) opinions of the new marketing campaign.

Grooming Tips for Men: Manscaping

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Asking for advice on grooming (or actually doing it) is one thing most men will never do. (Admitting they're excited to see the new Sex and the City movie is a close second.) We asked skin therapist Caesar Jimenez from GROOM to cover the tough "manscaping" questions our guys want to know but are too afraid to ask.

But Does She Like It? 8 New Men's Colognes Tested by a Wife

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

We asked a smart, beautiful woman to test out the newest colognes on her man and report back. Here are her thoughts and (more importantly) feelings.

6 Style Tips for Al Gore (Now That He's Single)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

We had no idea you had it in you. It's a tough break, but as you said yourself, it's probably for the best, and we're here to help with a few suggestions on how to get back out there, the Esquire way.

5 Things to Look for in a Summer Suit

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Before you spend on something you'll only wear for the warm months, make sure you know what you're shopping for

Would Your Guy Get a Bikini Wax?

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Spray tanning? Hair color? A bikini wax? In a role-reversal road test, we sent 7 macho men for some male grooming.

The 5 Kinds of Jackets Men Should Wear This Spring

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

And what to wear with them while you're busy keeping cool as the weather warms up

The 5 Little Things to Power Up Any Man's Wardrobe This Spring

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

After you buy that new utility jacket, these are the best of sunglasses, shoes, and, yes, handbag, to carry you through the warmer weather. Just don't call it a handbag.

The Best Ways to Blow Your Extra Cash on Clothes

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Because, hey, the recession's over, and you deserve something special — the IRS says so. And so do we.

The Articles of Clothing Every Man Must Own

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Forget about all the clothes you have or the clothes you want: these are the only essential items that every man must have to live a comfortable, well-dressed life

16 Mysteries of Spring Style, Solved in Seconds

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

The Esquire fashion director answers your tough questions with easy answers on everything from those new boat shoes to the new laws of warm-weather casualwear

The 12 Styles of Man: Which One Are You?

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

From the workman to the sportsman, find out which lifestyle you fit — then learn how to dress for it

10 New Ways to Buy Jeans Now

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Shopping for jeans has become kind of a nightmare, but these new blues are making their mark on a classic without the hassle

The 75 Best Dressed Men of All Time

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

And we mean all time. Real and fictional, at home and abroad. So sit back, relax, and take a few notes: there's wisdom in these here clothes.

How to Get a Haircut That Will Make You Look Famous

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

From Anderson Cooper to Robert Downey Jr., match celebrity style to your own and end up with a cheap, great new hairstyle in seconds

11 Designers with the Most Bang for Your Buck

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

These brands might cost you a bit more, but their clothes will do for your life what others can't: love you back

Which Colour Should Your Jeans Be?

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Sick of blue? Check out gray, black, white, or something bright. Then match them with the best of Spring's new shoes and jackets.

8 Quick Style Upgrades for Work

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Sometimes all a man has to do is add our old friends the shirt and tie. We guide these dressed-down professionals to a new and improved look.

15 Quick Tips to Always Buy the Perfect Shoes

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Perfect pairs that will take you from workday to weekend — and how to wear them

The Best Outfits He'll Want to Wear This Spring

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Because it's never too soon to know what the year's biggest up-and-coming designers have up their sleeves, and plan accordingly

How to Buy a Nice Watch on Any Budget

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

If you're a man who cares about style, you probably own (or want to own) a few watches: an everyday watch, a weekend watch, plus maybe the damn good lookin' watch and even a luxury watch that's bespoke unto itself. Here's what you need to know, with shopping ideas.

How to Find a Fall Jacket That Even a Movie Star Would Love

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

From Newman to Redford and peacoat to trench coat, how to cover yourself this season in vintage-style outerwear with a modern touch of Americana

Life-Changing Haircuts Can Work for Celebs AND You

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

We help three famous men make a somewhat late transition from boy to man with the all-important shorter hairstyle in this preview from Esquire's new edition of The Big Black Book

A Quick Guide to Buying Your Next Suit

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

So you're looking for a suit, eh? Here are a few important tips to consider before buying a one-, two-, or three-piece — or all three. Plus, four key accessories to make your new suit look better.

25 Mysteries of Men's Style, Solved in Seconds

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Whether you're a man with a question on clothes or a woman with questions for your man, Esquire's fashion director has expert answers

How to Dress Like a Rock Star on the Cheap

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

It's not all designer flannel and $300 jeans that give a musician that added stage presence. We sat down with one of the best, funniest, and most fashionable bands at Lollapalooza to grade their peers' sense of style, then found out how to look better than all of 'em.

10 Things a Man Needs in His Medicine Cabinet

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

The tools of grooming, in order of decreasing necessity (but don't be afraid to get all fancy in there)

2009's Best Grooming Products for Your Bathroom

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Whether they moisturize, keep you from looking old, or just smell pretty, the winners of the 2009 Esquire Grooming Awards are the best that a dozen categories had to offer

Dr. Oz: How You Can Look Better (from the Neck Up)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Women look at hair. They look at necks. They look at pores. They judge you by these things, consciously or not, and everyone's could be cleaner.

How to Choose the Right Cologne for Your Lifestyle

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

A man's scent of choice should smell like his personality. Click through to find he right bottle for yours, whether you drink Scotch or just had a kid.

Bathroom Goodness That Smells So Good You Don't Even Need Cologne

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Some of the products you put on your body in your daily attempt to stay clean and well-groomed can have a fine enough scent to stand on their own.

12 Designers' New Ideas About How Men Should Dress This Fall

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

12 Designers' New Ideas About How Men Should Dress This Fall

How to Actually Shop for (Not Just Buy) Clothes Like a Man

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

We know you're busy. We know you might hate it. But being smarter in the store can boost your look — and save a buck. Here, eleven basics for the office and the bar.

Everything You Need for a Weekend Getaway (and Nothing You Don't)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:18:50 GMT

Packing for an escape, whether to the beach or the family friend's backyard, shouldn't cost too much or take too much brain power. But there are rules. Thirteen of them.