Prakash Nedungadi, president of Madura Garments, may stop short of donning the shade himself, but is enthusiastic about the fact that pink dominates the company's new range of shirting fabrics. "We have introduced pink and shades like mauve, lilac and yellows." Colours men wouldn't touch with a barge pole till recently. So, is men's fashion turning effeminate? To a certain extent, says a guarded J.J. Vallaya. And not just in colour, says the designer, but also in the cut and fit. "Body hugging, fitted clothes, which found... Read More...

When talking of the classic suit, the jacket comes first. The jacket defines the wearer. So before getting into your jacket, know your breast front style. While both styles can fit most body types, single-breasted jackets tend to flatter the slim while double-breasted jackets make the broad look better. Choose the jacket style that you can best fill out - from there you'll always look best. Now if you are the one who likes single-breasted jacket, then the question is how many buttons should you have on it. For most fashi... Read More...

If there is something that has grown at an amazing rate in all the major cities of the world, it is men's beauty parlours and men's fashions. It is no longer surprising to walk into a salon and see a man sitting with a facepack or having his nails tended to. It is no longer strange to hear a group of men passionately discussing clothing and shopping with the same kind of fervour as they discuss cricket and football.Are we talking effeminate here? Are we talking 'gay'? No! The modern urban man loves Armani as much... Read More...

Cleaning Leather: Always choose a cleaning medium that preserves the natural oils. Certain cleaning agents strip away the natural oils from leather. The right cleaning medium helps preserve the natural lubricants and keeps the leather supple. Avoid cleaners that leave behind any grease or residue. They spoil the quality of leather and accelerate the growth of bacteria. Never use household caustic chemicals to clean leather items. Before use, always test out a cleaning agent on a small, less exposed area of your leather product.... Read More...

Beautiful bandhni dupattas thrown around the neck just enough to reveal the decorative buttons on their kurtas seem to be a favourite.Others opt for the achkan - the Indian rival to the crisp suit, only better. Colours like black, cream, gold and maroon have always been a winner. Then there is more - simplistic yet elegant patterns in gold thread running down the front of majestic looking jackets in brilliant shades.Hand woven shawls that add finesse and style.Long tussar silk kurtas embellished with block printed patterns.The popular c... Read More...

Men's fashion has been at the forefront of the Indian scene for a while now, though not in the same league as women's fashion. Pret to HauteThere is a brand for every market segment from top-notch exclusive designer wear to mass-market labels. And, with designer tags like J.J. Valaya, Rohit Bal, Cue, Ravi Bajaj influencing the fashion scene, there's no two ways about copies or replicas filtering down to the main stream of the masses. A look for every occasionThe fashion scene for men in India is definitely a lot mor... Read More...

It's never wise to marry someone you don't love - but it's even more foolish to marry for love alone. Steamy starts are wonderful, but passion can also prevent us from doing our best thinking. Chemistry aside, it is important that you ask yourself: "Is this relationship good for me?" To answer that, try the following exercise: Think about the traits, qualities, and behaviour patterns that you consider essential in a partner, then jot down your top five. Maybe you need a husband to be honest, trustworthy, reliable and cari... Read More...

Top Fashion Trends You believe in showing your character through your clothes. This season showing off your personal style comes easy. All you have to do is add bright splash of colour, big bold prints juxtaposed against classic cut trousers or slim pants. Here's how... more >> Making the right suit When talking of the classic suit, the jacket comes first. The jacket defines the wearer. So before getting into your jacket, know your breast front style. While both styles can fit most body types, single-breasted jackets tend... more... Read More...

So you and your man are the kind that works out regularly. Here are some suggestions to make sure you look and feel great while you sweat it out.Wear an armpit-free vest, if you want to avoid huge sweat patches. Or try a T-shirt. Actually a 100% pure cotton T-shirt is the best and do change it every day.Whatever you buy, the decision to wear new kit could actually make you go to the gym more. It can boost your self-esteem and this will help improve your motivation. And for heaven's sake, don't put your dirty sneakers in the wa... Read More...

You love to see your man all dressed up to the nines in a suit et al. But there are a million different questions about suits and formal dressing for men that run through your mind and you don't particularly want to get caught looking a little silly or ignorant. Here are some smart answers to your suit-related conundrums. Is it true that wearing a different shape of collar can make a face look less chubby? Shirt collars can make a lot of difference to the face. Cutaway collars add width to a chubby face and this style also re... Read More...

Overall impressions are established within the first few minutes of a meeting. So, before you launch your campaign, assess your wardrobe.You should have a few appropriate "classic" outfits. Use your clothing to project a personality that fits the situation and the company to which you belong. As a general rule, when it comes to dressing for business, a "straight-arrow" look works. For a meeting, most men will do best if their suits are properly fitted and conservative.A balanced wardrobe will ideally include a navy blue suit, a darker... Read More...

The Sherwani: Though there are various options available, one that is always popular and widely accepted is the sherwani. Today they are made using various types of fabric like silk, brocade, viscose, wool and linen blends. Focus on the cut and the embroidery on the sherwani. You can go in for mojris or jooties as far as footwear is concerned, or, you can have footwear custom made to go with your outfit. If you are tall, go in for contrasts or different shades in your sherwani and pyjama/churidar. You can try and co-ordinate yo... Read More...