Odds are that you have already picked out your shades for this season, learned how to mix and match your outfits and pleasantly blend your summer colors. However, there are plenty of small yet crucial fashion issues we tend to neglect. Taking care of those details is what will actually save you big time from the fashion police, even if you are not conscious of it.

Men dress shirts are an essential part of men’s fashion. The dress shirt you are wearing determines the message you intend for the public eye. But how do you know what to choose when there are so many kinds of designer dress shirts out there? At Man Fashion, we have listed down a list of designer dress shirts that are consider.

Missing out Ermenegildo Zegna collection would be a big loss for a fashionable man like you. The color palettes of the dress shirts are so different from usual that it brings a sense of freshness to its usual collections. Attractive to the eyes, the dress shirt will definitely be a good addition to your wardrobe.

Something different and refreshing presented by Versace in the Milan Spring 2011 showcased a range of dress shirts meet rockabilly. Forget the suit when you take on Versace’s dress shirt, the dress shirts presented here are outstanding even on their own with dual-tones and a unique taste towards horizontal patterns. Pair them up with a nice sleek suit and pants and you will look ready as ever to hit almost anywhere, formal or not. Versace did not shy away from daring swirl prints with its dress shirts and if you are one to dress boldly, this shirt is not to be missed.

Another designer dress shirt that you could not afford to miss this year is the Dolce & Gabbana dress shirts showcased in the Spring 2012 Fashion Week. The brand came up with silk foulard in every conceivable dress shirts and colors.




DKNY models walked down the runway with pale blue dress shirts this Fall. Those simple yet elegant-looking dress shirts could come in handy for any occasion.

Nobody love color and patterns more than Etro but if you can’t get enough of them and want them on your dress shirts, Etro’s Milan Spring 2011 is definitely the one not to be missed. The dress shirts are executed in faded colors and small detailed patterns. Throw on a suit and it looks formal; take it off and the dress shirt can be used for something casual.

Do not be afraid to try daring colors and patterns as you never know what might actually suit you better.

You may be asking yourself what exactly is an Eco Youth and how can you dress like one? Well, we can sum this up in a couple of words: hippy and bohemian. As an Eco youth, you are someone who cares greatly about ecology and the planet. The things you wear and do are all with a saving the planet mentality.

Alright, so let see what you can do here. The first priority you can start with is to look for online stores that sell eco-friendly clothing. This is clothing that is made with recycled materials or who use coloring and dyes that are earth friendly with a production process that does little to pollute the earth. Bear in mind that the eco-fashion is basically more than just fashion really, but also how these things are made.

Next, we will briefly touch on how we can contribute to this.

1. Always carry around one of those recyclable ‘green’ grocery bags with you that have the word Green on it. This way everyone knows you are all about green stuff.
2.  Look online for clothing stores that feature green or eco clothing and articles. A great place to look as well is vintage stores and thrift stores. Recycled clothing at it’s finest.
3. Buy your jewelry from vintage stores and don’t go buying real pearls, ever.
4. On that note, you cannot wear anything made from animals; no leather or suede and snakeskin boots are definitely out!
5. If you use any kind of beauty product, from shampoo to makeup you have to be sure none of it was tested on animals, has no animal proteins or whale blubber or anything like that in them. There are specific places that sell eco friendly products of this nature, search them out.
6. Your clothing should be made of cotton, silk, bamboo or any other type of sustainable thread. Clothing and shoes made from hemp is a great way to go for this look.

The Eco Youth look is not any one particular fashion or look, it’s all about what clothing you are wearing, what it is made of and how it was made. If you are wearing something that was made by a company who is serious about being green then wear whatever you want from them.

In short, eco Fashion is all about saving the planet and looking good while you do it.

A timeless pair of men dress shoes that is durable yet comfortable will set you back anywhere from $100 to $500. So now that you’ve splurge on that piece of leather beauty, how are you going to get the most out of your investment? With proper care and preventive maintenance, of course! We share with you in this article little trivia when it comes to men dress shoes care 101.

1. Shoe trees

What are shoe trees, you ask? If you have that question in mind, clearly you’ve been neglecting the necessary maintenance care for your dress shoes. So, do them a favour and go to any reputable shoe store today and get this piece of nifty device available at a price of $20. This device works impeccably with all sizes, thanks to the coiled metal spring stem. But, most importantly, it fills out the shoe thus helping the supple leather keep its form. Try not to skimp on the quality of shoe trees and opt for ones made from hard wood, preferably cedar which helps eliminate detrimental moisture and that offensive odour especially after a long day of walking in your dress shoes.

2. Water repellent

Most dress shoes at the store come readily with a layer of water repellent, or so they claim. But for quality ones that come with a hefty price tag that is usually the case. But, as suspected that layer of protection tends to deplete with each wear. So, be sure to habitually reapply a coat of water repellent to the leather on a regular basis but it all boils down to the frequency of usage. This way those fashion statement on your feet can take a beating from elements such as rain and snow.

3. Clean, Condition, Polish

Here comes the most laborious part of dress shoe care and that too is in fact three simple steps. First, remove the grime off the top of your shoes with leather cleaner. A good one will effectively eliminate all traces of dirt, stains and most importantly, residual built-up polish. Secondly, an equally important step of shoe care is conditioning to replace the leather’s natural oils, keeping it soft. It is crucial to note that this should be done right after a good cleaning, when the leather is still slightly moist. Lastly, proceed on to buffing your shoes. You can use either wax, cream or paste polish but avoid liquids at all cost.

4. Protective soles






For that amount of money you’re shelving out for a good, high quality pair of leather shoes, chances are you’re also paying through your nose for leather soles. For me, personally, it is a pain to see the most vulnerable part –the soles of my favourite pair wear through the elements and with leather soles that pain turns into agony. So, why not add a rubber sole protector to lessen the impact of constant abuse? Stylishly thin, these rubber soles cost about $1 each, truly putting them at the front line of defence for your dress shoes.

5. Avoid heat

It is a huge mistake to dry out leather shoes with direct heat, a sin equivalent to murdering that exquisitely hand crafted piece of leather artistry. Yet, most men have committed such crime. Leather should always dry under natural circumstances. Never, I repeat never, overheat it by placing them near an open fire or stove. This will literally cook the leather, robbing it so intensely of moisture that it turns brittle.


Give your men dress shoe a little pampering once in a while to keep it even more durable and lasting.