How important is the shape of your shirt?

In fashion, this is highly important.

The cut of your shirt can differentiate between walking down the street in a tent or showing off a tall lean figure.

This morning I wore a shirt with a "slim fit" cut. I received two comments on how different I looked and how I looked like I had lost weight. Although I am trying to lose weight, I don't think it's the actual losing of the weight that has brought this stand out look about. It was all in the cut of my shirt.

Beware though, "Slim fit" does not necessarily equate to a natural body look. some slim fit shirts will instantly lose their shape after one wash. The trick is in the actual cut of the shirt. The best slim fit cut shirts will often have two seams running parallel to each other from just below each shoulder blade down to just above the top of the hips.

This type of shirt can look great on both the lean and the more heavier set guy and can even give the impression of a slimmer build. This is more effective with your shirt not tucked. That's not to say a tucked in slim fit business shirt can't look great. With the right cut, and belt and trousers to match, this can be a great look.

D.

Introductions

Hello and welcome to my blog. I hope you enjoy following my updates of the "goings on" in mens fashion and trends, particularly in the Wellington region of New Zealand.

Now I don't profess to be an expert in Mens Fashion, however I have been told that I have a keen eye for the right match, and my observations to date in Wellington have lead me to create this blog to help men, and women who think their men need it, understand what's hot, what's not, faux pas', and best buys.

So firstly, lets start with some introductions. My name is Deryk and I am a 30 year old male living in Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. From my profile you would have seen that I have an interest in fashion. My ultimate dream job would be as a chief fashion buyer for some big fashion retail chain. Either shoes or clothes, it doesn't matter to me. Style is what I'm all about.

I have lived in Wellington all my life. My family of 4 brothers and 2 sisters, mum and dad, left me nearly 9 years ago to start a new life in Australia. That's ok, at first I felt abandoned even though it was my choice to stay, then came the feel of independence and now it's just a feeling of missing out on those family moments.

I do try and get over to Australia as much as I can. It's the best excuse for me to update my wardrobe. This is because, I rarely buy clothes in New Zealand. I don't feel New Zealand, particularly Wellington, really caters for NZ Men. I have noticed this slowly improve over the past couple of years - Marcs on Lambton Quay being the latest (although pricey I suspect) store which caters for men.

There are a few more mens clothing stores in Wellington but I don't really buy from mass producing retail outlets. There is nothing worse than walking down Lambton Quay one day with that new top you bought yesterday from Jean West and another guy walking the opposite way heading towards you with EXACTLY the same top on. And to make it worse they either make the item of clothing look hideous and embarrassing to wear, or they look better than you do!! Therefore, I try and save all my clothing shopping for my trips overseas and stock up big time until I am able to trip away again.

One annoying thing I am finding though is some of those favourite stores I used to shop at in Australia such as Taro Cash are now opening stores in Wellington. How am I supposed to stay uniquely fashionable if you are gonna offer the same to everyone else? Anyway, all this means is that I need to find new stores in Australia.

Don't get me wrong I still support the NZ economy. But I probably would support it once in a blue moon when an item not likely to be worn in Wellington by anyone, is on Sale.

So there you go....my introduction for my first ever blog.

This blog aims to provide the reader with some healthy hints, tips and information for guys who need a change (Extreme makeover here we come), girlfriends who needs tips to help "fashionise" their boyfriends, or information for any male on where to buy that item. This blog will set you on your way.

My updates will include; Top 10 lists as voted by me, what's hot or not, latest mens accessories, latest sales on in Wellington and much much more.

I will endeavour to update this blog every couple of days so I hope you enjoy following it and I look forward to receiving many comments from you all.

Deryk