One of the primary functions of fashion is to communicate. It can be used to show you belong to a particular subculture, or express your personality. An expensive car is a status symbol for those who have achieved a certain level of success, and designer clothes can do the same. Wearing brands such as Gucci, Prada, D…G and Hugo Boss demonstrate a level of success. Accessories are that finer bit of detail that really separate those who can afford luxury, and those who pretend. Choosing luxurious accessories is taking that extra step, and it does not go unnoticed. In this article I will look at the most luxurious designer leather wallets, and what each brand represents.  Read more...

It’s not just the ladies bathing in a sea of ’80s fashion nostalgia. Along with all those totally-tubular shoulder pads, neon colors, leggings, and off-the-shoulder tops for women, we’ve got the ultimate ’80s trend for guys — the square-bottom knit tie.

Once banished from the ranks of acceptable fashion, the knit tie has found favor once again. Over the last couple of years, men’s designers like Alexander McQueen, Paul Stuart, and Band of Outsiders have reminded us that the knit tie is the perfect way to add a bit of prep-school edginess to a staid button-up shirt. Think rolled up sleeves, loosened knot…  Read more...