I have been working steadily on a book for men that will help them refine their style by implementing the tips shared in the guide. I am elated that the manuscript is now finished and just about ready to be shopped to publishers. It is our hope at B. Dandy that you can take away [...]
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Quote of the Day
April 8th, 2011 
admin “A respectable appearance is sufficient to make people more interested in your soul” — Karl Lagerfeld
Check This Out: Details Magazine
April 6th, 2011 admin A dandy’s life has to be holistic. Today we share with you the new health and fitness section in Details magazine. The highlights include the 5 foods that will keep every dandy looking younger, the perfect 5 minute total body workout, and the optimal home gym. Gents don’t take advantage of your charming good looks, [...]
Spring Trends
April 4th, 2011 admin Spring is officially upon us. The weather is breaking, crisp mornings and warm days are filling our weeks. April showers will begin to prepare us for the beautiful colors of flowers blooming in May. And with the change in season, Jim Moore and GQ break down the spring trends for 2011. Take note dandies. Always [...]
The Dandy Quote of the Day
March 25th, 2011 admin The modern day Dandy is talented, charismatic, humble and full of life. He understands his position amongst both Kings and paupers, yet remains humble in his own position of stature. A true Dandy adorns himself in style yet never forsaking fashion. He is the epitome of a gentleman; the dream of women near and far. [...]
…Not an Option
March 23rd, 2011 admin Occasionally, I meet someone who inspires me. And today I found out the inspiration was mutual. I recently met a young man from Chicago with a clothing line. In today’s fashion world everyone has a line. So upon initially meeting him, I wondered what made this line different. The funny thing is I had previewed the line several months ago. I [...]
NEVER WEAR BELT AND BRACES (SUSPENDERS) TOGETHER
March 21st, 2011 admin One simple rule applies here: one out rules the other. Although I have witnessed this in the uniform of military men of decades past when ammunition was worn on the belt and there was a one strap leather brace that crossed the body to hold up the pants from the weight of the holster and [...]
NEVER WEAR A CHEAP PEN IN YOUR SHIRT POCKET!
March 4th, 2011 admin We prefer writing instruments as oppose to pens made of plastic and having one in your shirt pocket really adds to the nerd factor. Every gentleman should carry upon his person a writing instrument. One made of metals that also compliment his other metals, etc; silver signet ring, silver business card holder, silver money clip, [...]
Every Dandy Needs a Porter
March 2nd, 2011 admin 
For a little over a week now, men across the world have experienced the same luxury pleasures of their female counterparts, pursuits and layovers. The family that birthed Net-A-Porter has provided the gentlemen of the world a similar service. Now, thanks to Mr. Porter, us gents of refined taste can now experience fine luxury fashion at reduced pricing. If you have not, please do, check out www.mrporter.com.
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No Comments »Dandy Esstentials: Quick Tip for 2.21.11
February 21st, 2011 admin NEVER WEAR A SHORT SLEEVE SHIRT WITH A SUIT OR SPORTCOAT AND A NECKTIE: A short sleeve shirt is never a dress shirt and should not be worn with a necktie, not formal enough; or a suit/sportcoat tie combination. By it’s very nature it is a leisure shirt that requires one to wear it open [...]
