I know most men do not put much thought into choosing the wallet he uses. After all, its just something that carries your cold hard cash. But to me, the wallet is arguably a mans most essential accessory and the wallet he carries says a lot about him and his personal style.

So regardless of youre buying a wallet for yourself or as a gift, you should really take your time to pick a good one. Itll accompany you for many years to come.

Women are clearly spoilt for choice when it comes to handbags and small leather goods. Every season, designers crack their brain to come up the It bag that will be the object of every womans desire.

As guys, we arent that fortunate. We dont have that many designers clamoring for our attention. But it doesnt mean we dont have choices. In fact there are mens wallets and small leather goods that never go out of style.

I find these timeless classics very appealing because theres always an interesting story behind its success. They may not come cheap but theyll certainly elevate your status in the style department.

Meisterstuck by Montblanc

Montblanc turned 100 in 2006 and there are many reasons to celebrate. The success of the legendary Meisterstuck fountain pen launched in 1924 helped Montblanc become the de-facto market leader of fine writing instruments.

Today, Montblanc is more than just a maker of fine writing instruments. The company has launched its leather goods, its fine watches, eyewear, fragrance and even jewelry.

Montblancs foray into leather goods started in 1935 when it acquired a producer of leather ware in Germany. Riding on the success of its Meisterstuck fountain pen, Montblanc launched the Meisterstuck leather collection.

Using black calfskin fitted with its signature star logo, Montblanc creates a masculine line of fine leather goods that is an instant hit with its predominantly male clientele.

Must de Cartier by Cartier

Well-known for its jewelry and fine watches, Cartier is one of the top luxury brands in the world and its products are associated with very, very high price tags.

1974 was the year Cartier made a comeback in the world of leather goods with the Must de Cartier line. The color burgundy, with a slight raspberry hue, was chosen as a logical continuation to the Cartier red for this must-have collection of fine leather goods. Burgundy soon became the new black.

The influential Bordeaux color, the iconic double C logo, and the distinctive gold hardware make the Must de Cartier line a timeless classic.

But to be honest, Must de Cartier is not for the weak-hearted. Not every guy feels comfortable carrying a burgundy wallet with gold adornments.

Monogrammed Canvas by Louis Vuitton

With more than 100 years of history, Louis Vuitton monogrammed canvas must be the classic of all classics. And no matter what Louis Vuitton does to the monogrammed canvas, it still sells like hot cakes.

They splattered the canvas with graffiti. They planted red cherries on the canvas. They painstakingly sewed the motifs on denim. And they got Takeshi Murakami who reinterpreted the motif in brilliant rainbow colors. It seems like you cant go wrong with the monogrammed canvas.

Unfortunately they dont have a good selection of mens wallets in monogrammed canvas so your choices are rather limited.

Pocone Nylon by Prada

It was in 1978 when Miuccia Prada took over the dusty luggage business from her grandfather. Under her helm, Prada became a luxury powerhouse with far-reaching influence in the world of fashion.

The world took notice when Prada made a handbag out of black waterproof Pocone nylon. Fitted with its distinctive triangular logo plate, nylon never looked so good. Miuccia Prada single-handedly made nylon luxurious.

Of course, Im not expecting you to carry the popular nylon handbag. Prada does make nice nylon wallets trimmed with cowhide for men. Although its now available in many different colors, black is always a classic.

Woven Leather by Bottega Veneta

Once a second-tier brand in the Gucci Groups stable, Bottega Veneta has become the groups rising star. With its ultra-exclusive and elitist appeal, Bottega Veneta is poised to become the next Hermes.

Recreating the brands popular woven bags from the 1970s, Bottega Veneta beats the trend of logomania with its handcrafted leather goods made from the finest napa leather.

And consistent with the brands slogan When your own initials are enough, you wont be able to see any logo on the leather goods. But the beautifully woven leather, which ages very well with use, should be enough to announce that youre carrying a Bottega.

Line D by S.T. Dupont

S.T. Dupont is so well known for its lighters that its easy for us to forget that Simon Tissot-Dupont founded the company in 1847 making leather briefcases for diplomats and businessmen.

The classic Line D collection of fine leather goods was launched in 1985 and featured the Dupont D logo in gold on black calfskin. In recent years, they also offer Line D fitted with the trendier palladium hardware. But whether its in gold or palladium, Line D still looks as timeless as ever.

Burberry Check by Burberry

When we think of Burberry, we invariably think of the red, camel, black and white check that has become synonymous with the brand. Its hard to imagine that the Burberry Check actually has a humble beginning. It was introduced in 1920 as a lining to the iconic Burberry trench coat.

Burberry is enjoying a revival in recent years - all thanks to its creative director Christopher Baileys modern interpretation of the classic check, CEO Rose Marie Bravos dynamism, and Kate Moss star power. You just cant go wrong with such rich Brit heritage.

Logan Wong is the founder of Mensfolio, a company that specializes in men’s wallets and small leather goods. He is also the editor of the Mensfolio Blog.

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With all the new designer denim on the market it has become a lot harder to find the perfect pair of denim pants for your body type. We all want the jeans that complement our body and give us the best shape possible. It can become overwhelming and cost a lot of time and money shopping around to find those adorable pairs of jeans that fit just right.

This denim guide will solve your problems. From slim to curvy, short to tall, or full through the thighs, our denim guide will help you make better decisions on what works and what doesn’t.

Why get designer denim over a cheaper one?

You may look at the price tag on one of these sexy essentials and turn away, but what you are looking at is the price it takes to get the perfect fit, the best quality, and all the raw details. Jeans are also very low maintenance. They are machine washable and easy to fold and store away in your drawer. They don’t need to be taken to the dry cleaner or hung up in your closet, and if treated with care they will almost last forever.

The Perfect Denim Fit for Short Figures

If you have a short figure, look for jeans with a shorter inseam and a higher knee break to lengthen the leg. The inseam is the length of a pant leg from the crotch to the bottom of the leg opening. The knee break is the area on the pant leg where the knee should end and the calf should begin. This way you will not have to cuff your jeans at the bottom or alter the shape of the pant leg. An inseam of 30 to 32 inches will give you a better fit through the knees to the leg opening.

The AG Angel jeans are great for the petite frame. They are slim through the leg and come in a 32 1/2 inseam. Wearing them with a pair of heels will elongate the legs, so you appear taller than you really are.

The Perfect Denim Fit for Slim or Straight Figures

If you have a slimmer or straighter figure, look for jeans that with a slim fit and also have a slight stretch. They will hug your body so there is no excessive material on the back side. This will give you the illusion of a curvier figure. Jeans with a flare leg opening are also a good option because they balance you out top to bottom.

The Blue Cult Buttlifter Jean gives you the illusion of a lifted derriere because the back pockets sit higher on the jean so your behind looks perkier. If you like the flare look the Sunset Flare by Guess Jeans is a perfect choice. For a more subtle flare check out the Citizen’s of Humanity Ingrid Shadow Flare.

The Perfect Denim Fit for Tall Figures

Tall girls usually have a long torso. Look for jeans with a higher rise (8 inches or so). The rise is the length of the pant from the top of the waist to the crotch. If you have long legs, look for jeans with a longer inseam. The inseam is the length of a pant leg from the crotch to the bottom of the leg opening. Some denim styles even come in 36 inch inseam. This allows you to be able to wear heels without the ‘flooded pant’ look.

The Yanuk 6 pocket jean has an 8 inch rise. It is especially good if you have a long torso or want to cover up more skin. Mary J by Miss Sixty is another style that comes with an 8 inch rise and tends to run long - perfect for those high stilettos.

The Perfect Denim Fit for Curvy Figures

A lot of jeans are made for a straight figure and curvy girls get left out, but we’ve dug around and found what works with your curves - not against them. A slight stretch allows the denim to hug your curves and give you a nicer shape than a pair of rigid jeans. Look for jeans that are contoured on top so they don’t gape at your waist and give you more room through the hips and butt.

Jeans such as Miss Sixty’s Extra-Low Ty run one size smaller, but when sized up they are the perfect jeans to make your backside your best asset. Joe’s Jeans in Honey are curves’ best friend. They are contoured to provide room for your hips and butt and stay fitted at the waist.

The Perfect Denim Fit for Women Full Through the Thighs

When is comes to fashionable designer jeans we see a lot of slim fits, so we searched around for something sexy for your body type. Straight fit, relaxed fit, or a wide leg work best for girls with thick thighs. It doesn’t restrict you and provides you with room in the hips and thighs. Make sure they are still fitted in the rear, but wider through the legs. Pass on anything that is tapered at the bottom. It will put emphasis on your thighs.

The Easy Rider Stretch Jean is relaxed through the thighs with a 23 inch leg opening so it won’t accentuate your thighs. The slight stretch allows for it to hug the hips and rear but leaves plenty of room through the legs for a more comfortable yet stylish fit.

This article is from Grooveeffect, an urban style, music, and events guide created by Ivy Rashid and Sean Mulholland. We live in San Francisco but were born and raised in Chicago, both melting pots of diverse cultures and people. Ivy is of middle eastern discent with an Indian/Arab background, and Sean is the son of Filipino and Irish immigrants. With such a rich history we’ve learned to take our influences from many different areas. Our heritages, the industrial/grunge scene of the early nineties, the rave scene of the mid/late nineties, the indie hip hop scene, and even a bit of high fashion as well. We’ve been a part of it all, and we stay true to our personal style.

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All through history one thing has never changed and that is in any given century, fashion has been of great importance to us. It changes over time and often comes back in style many times over. But why is fashion so important to us? We go to such great lengths to look just right. Lets face it; we are judged by how we look. That may sound shallow but it is true. Just go out anywhere and really start looking at people. Observe your own reaction and thoughts when you see how people dress and carry themselves.

Some people are born lucky with great genes. Others need a little help. In either case we can all enhance our look through clothing, makeup, jewelry and personal hygiene.

Before you shop lets take a look at what you can do to improve your overall look.

1)Look at your hairstyle. Does it really suit you? Is the color right? The right haircut and color can make more of a difference than you may realize. Shop for a good hairdresser.

2)Makeup can change your look from ordinary to amazing, but take note; youll want to buy products that are natural. Our environment is polluted enough and we dont need to add to it by putting chemical products on our skin that can make us break out.

3)Before you go shopping for clothes, stand in front of a mirror and look at your body. Decide what you like about it and what you dont. What you like about it youll want to enhance. Dont be shy to promote your best body features. There are things you can do to put less attention on what you dont like such as if your thighs are wider than your shoulders, dont wear tight clothing. Youll only draw attention there. Also dont wear loose fitting tops because it will only give you an overall appearance of being big. Its all about balancing your figure. Youve probably observed young girls in the mall with low cut jeans. Some of them pull it off well but when you see belly hanging over it, its not a good look as that is all you really see. Also wear clothes that are age appropriate. Ive seen very young girls and very old women dressed in sexy outfits. It does not come off right and generally meets with a thought of instant disapproval. Also, very important, wear colors that suit you. If you dont know then get a friend to go with you and hold up colors to your face and see what looks best.

4)Shop for accessories such as a purse that compliments your shoes. You can also make quite a statement by doing something simple like pulling your hair back and putting long dangling earrings and no other jewelry.

In short, know before you go. Understand your body and shopping will easier. You will look better. Remember, people are unconsciously judging you by your appearance. Its human nature.

Willie Jones

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