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One of the main differences between a novice and an expert is prioritization. What many term ‘organization’ doesn’t come down to being orderly and detailed with your work. The more important factor is how well you prioritize. Have you ever admired the bro from your office who not only is on top of his A game at work, but also finds the time to go out with his buddies, date gorgeous women, and play in a sports league?

You may not be wearing the appropriate size suit. Most men wear suits that are actually too large or too small for
them. With some simple tailor work, you can get a better look – and a better fit.

So, we didn’t even want to bring this up. But we feel like we need to put it out there. If you are ever, we repeat, ever, in a situation in which you feel it is appropriate to pair socks with sandals, please dunk your head into a bucket of ice water, slap yourself around for a few minutes, and re-start. This combination is never, ever okay.

So you’ve heard about these skinny ties. Maybe you’re a little skeptical. Maybe they don’t seem manly enough. But slim-cut ties are the perfect way to add some fun to an otherwise-boring professional ensemble. No matter what your job is, it’s pretty hard to keep yourself in fun designs 24/7. For the days you’re wearing solids only, spice up your suit with a slim-cut silk tie. Instead of a solid, pick one emblazoned with patterns, crests, or object imprints to suit your mood.

Like several other fashion trends, everything old is new again when it comes to telling time. Vintage watches are all the rage in fashion meccas from NYC to London to Milan. Show that you’re in the know with a retro timepiece. Classics by Rolex or Cartier are always a solid choice, but you may find real gems by searching on your own in antique shops or vintage jewelry stores. Swatch also has a classy line of timeless pieces.

Sure, summer 2009 is still many long, cold months away. But it’s never too early to start preparing your closet for summer trends. Casual wear will build up to a more refined, genteel look – think satins, silks, and ruches to wear on the pool deck or the beach. Leather and denim combos paired with 80s flair are also making their way onto the runway for the season, a throwback to the rock ‘n roll era. Boxy, cropped jackets paired with slim-cut pants will be a popular look, and the color of the season will be strong, assertive blues – cobalt and slate will be staples.

If you took just one hint from the NYC Fashion Week runway, it should be simple: think striped.

Hot on the 08-09 runways is an oldie but a goodie: plaid! You may not be daring enough to attempt a full-on plaid suit, but you can easily add a little plaid to your wardrobe on any given day. Pair a plaid tie with a solid shirt. Try a skinny tie for a casual, low-key day, or a typical plaid tie for a more conservative occasion. For the best results, try a blue or green-hued plaid against a solid white or black. More adventurous Bros should pair a subtle plaid with a striped or patterned button-down. Just be sure the patterns aren’t too similar – don’t do diamond-shaped plaid with a diamond-patterned shirt, don’t mix stripes with stripes, etc. Try red plaids against blue or black stripes or blue/black stripes.

When it comes to ties in 2008, less is more. While funky patterns and abstract visuals were in style at the turn of the century, today’s Bro knows to keep it simple with solids and shades. Pair a solid colored button down with a solid tie of a different color. Some complimentary duos include white and navy, hunter green and brown, navy and red, black and red, or yellow and blue. Try complimentary shades as well. If you’ve got a light brown button down going on, fix it up with a dark, chocolate brown tie. A pale blue shirt can pop with a dark blue tie. For a snazzier, standout look, try a black shirt with a silver tie.