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Originally developed as an inexpensive replacement for silk during World War II, ripstop nylon was created (and is still used) for the production of military parachutes. It’s since been used in sails for yachts, hot air balloons and camping equipment like tents and sleeping bags. You’ve no doubt seen it on bags and other hardwearing

Dress shirts are one of those types of clothing that can form the bedrock of a wardrobe. Or, to put it more simply, if you have a bunch of great dress shirts in your closet, then you won’t ever struggle to find something to wear to the office or on a night off. And luckily,

When you’re Jennifer Lopez and have the fashion world at your fingertips, you can wear whatever you want, so I’m always intrigued by the trends she chooses. I also like that one day she might be wearing sweatpants, the next day something red carpet-worthy, and the next something she could feasibly wear to The White

When swiping on sunscreen, what kind shouldn’t matter, as long as you’re doing it, right? Well, the short answer is—sort of. Although applying any kind of sunscreen is better than no sunscreen at all, there is a notable difference between the two main types of sunscreen: chemical and physical. To get the best health benefits,

What exactly is personal style? The best new hotels for bathing and summer’s underrated tropical drinks. Read the original article here

We’ve all got at least one pair. Guilty as charged. Sentence us to life in sartorial prison and throw away the key. I’m talking, of course, about that ubiquitous pair of throwaway sandals. Those rubber abominations that have served us and served us underwhelmingly well for days. Sometimes even weeks. Hot take aside, though, you

Now that summer is almost here and our calendars are brimming with social activities, it’s high time we let our wardrobes have a little more fun. Sporting a playful, ’90s-inspired leopard-print minidress, Simone Ashley did just that during a recent trip to the South of France. With a distinctly ’90s silhouette, Ashley’s figure-hugging, strappy mini

When summer comes around, it’s natural to want to keep cool however you can. You put on T-shirts and shorts, wear a hat, and, yes, swap out your sneakers for sandals. But the heat is never an excuse for looking less than your best. The best flip-flops for men are a great way to look

“I used to train so much and never stretched besides quickly before I got started,” says jet-setting DJ and influencer Brendan Fallis. “I’m now dedicating at least an hour a week for an intense stretch session and focusing daily on my own time.” These days, he says, he sits straighter, walks a little taller and

There’s much to love about white sneakers, but it’s their unfailing versatility that has rightly earned them a place at the top table. Looking just as good with jeans as they do with tailored trousers, they’re a foundational footwear choice that has long been the go-to for fashion editors, style icons, and the best-dressed blokes

An easy way to spot a fashion person is to look at their feet. If they’re wearing a niche shoe trend that’s very IYKYK coded, they are one. Lana Del Rey was photographed in Rome this week, and based on her choice of footwear, she is, in fact, a fashion person. Del Rey’s low-key summer

Why do we always want what we don’t have? Those with limp, straight hair would often kill for a bit of volume that doesn’t require styling tools or bucket-loads of product. And those with tight spiral curls eye the straight-haired with envy. But between the two, there’s natural waves. And while those with wavy hair

Just so we’re clear, this isn’t about clandestine drinking. This is not about that bottle you keep hidden in your drawer for when you have to stay late. What we’re talking about here is official, organized drinking. Not necessarily on the clock, but in regards to your career. Here at Valet., we partake in occupational

What on earth is that man doing with his tie? Has he dressed in a huge hurry? What’s with the collar sticking out? Hold fire with your assumption that the subject of your disdain just doesn’t know how to dress well. Those points you critique may, in fact, be expressions of ‘sprezzatura’, the art of dressing

(Image credit: Getty Images) Like mother like daughter? When it comes to models Cindy Crawford and Kaia Gerber, we’re definitely into it. The genetically gifted gals were spotted on separate occasions wearing strikingly similar outfits: blousy, floral tops with slightly baggy, bootcut jeans. It’s a simple look that never appears dated, and can be worn

Lots of men go all-out on their clothes in the eternal pursuit of dashing good looks but forget all about footwear. The last thing you want is a wardrobe full of nice outfits with no proper shoes to back them up. Welcome to the best slip on shoes for men. Voila. Sleek, airy, and surprisingly

  Stress is a fact of modern life, that’s pretty much a given. But too much stress can do a number on a man’s body and mind, resulting in everything from headaches and weight gain to hair loss and erectile dysfunction. So the better you can deal with it, the better your health, hair and

So many of us are obsessed by the thought of a thinning thatch that’s it’s easy to forget that baldness isn’t a man’s only worry when it comes to his barnet: thick, wavy and generally unruly hair can all present problems, too. And having a Don King hair day can affect more than just your