Salt Bae, the internet’s sexiest butcher, is a Turkish chef and restaurateur, who owns Nusr-Et, a chain of steak houses. Some years ago, his meat seasoning technique became a meme, and now his fitted white t-shirt, dark trousers and gold-rimmed sunglasses – along with his sexier-than-thou triceps – are famous worldwide.What’s less known is how Salt Bae keeps himself in shape: you don’t become hot property by sitting on the couch eating Doritos (trust us, we’ve tried). To that end, we thought we’d compile the best of Salt Bae’s workouts – almost all of which are unusual – to inspire those whose routine consists of an endless cycle of bench press, dips and bicep curls.The best place to start is triceps – if you want to become a salt sprinkling meme you’ve got to put the hours in. And if you are sick of dips or close-hand bench press, Salt Bae’s rather more gymnastic approach could be a great place to start building those arms.https://www.instagram.com/p/B13UCBAiVpP/Next, we recommend taking note of Salt Bae’s endless appetite for the weird and wacky, with his outdoor version of Olympic lifting.

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If you want to target one arm over the other, Salt Bae has a technique for that too…

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Next up is cardio, which involves running alongside a bright red sports car…

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… stationary sprints in crystal clear waters…

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… and mucking around on an exercise bike.

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To top things off, and to bulk up those legs, you can also try Salt Bae’s morning coffee/quad burner…

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… or his version of squats…

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Then all that’s left is to enjoy the rewards, whether that be via a cigar…

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… a frisky bottle of champers…

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… or a delicate smattering of salt.

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Internet fame (or a mildly improved rig) awaits.

Watch some of Salt Bae’s most gnarly workouts

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You’re new to the world of high-end horology, but you’ve had your eye on a Rolex for some time. Eventually, you’ve been able to set aside enough money to dive headfirst and start your watch collection off with some real flair. But, as a complete newbie, you have no idea what to do when it comes to actually buying a watch, or how to look after your new child timepiece (and how to wear it without looking like a show-off) once you’ve made the purchase.

Buying A Watch

There are a few mistakes people make when it comes to buying a luxury watch. Firstly, you need to consider if you want a watch to wear on a daily basis or just for special occasions. A simple, elegant dress watch probably isn’t best for daily wear, but an Omega Speedmaster or Rolex GMT could double up for both scenarios.

And if you’re more of an adrenaline junkie, you’ll want a watch that will be able to withstand your lifestyle, or you’ll want one with certain functions/complications. Moreover, you should definitely consider the size of the case – most guys will be able to comfortably accommodate a 40 – 44mm case on their wrist, but the style of watch you’re after may come in a smaller or larger size, so make sure you try on a watch for some time before buying and don’t just act on impulse.

The Reddit community has weighed in on this topic too, with many users providing words of wisdom to prospective watch buyers. Thermodynamicfish says “open a bunch of tabs on your computer or whatever of all the watch brands, like as many as you can think of, and keep a mental list of what intrigues you.”

“Next go to the stores and see them in person because a lot of the time, watches appear way different online than in person, you wanna make sure they fit perfectly to your standards, factor in weight, comfortability, proportionate sizing. Watches need to be serviced eventually so just ask the service cost and interval for doing so, just so there’s no surprises down the line.”

Where you buy your watch should also be considered. With regards to whether you should buy from an authorised dealer or if you can turn to an online marketplace such as eBay, Popularcolor says: “For what it’s worth, I’ve bought a new Rolex OP on Joma and bought two vintage ref. 1002s on eBay. There were some stories (rumors?) maybe 6 months ago about how Rolex was going to be more vigilant about only covering AD purchased watches under the warranty, but I didn’t have any issue with my grey market purchase, and I don’t expect it to need a service until the watch would be way out of warranty anyway.”

“It’s [a grey market dealer] a great way to save money on such a large purchase, but does come with a bit of risk. Authorized Dealers offer peace of mind and a relationship if you’re a wealthy enough loyal customer of the brand.”

Looking After A Watch

You’ve found the watch for you and now you need to know how to look after it. To help guide you on the path of wristwear wizardry, we spoke to Steve Mellin, Watch Group Category Manager, Gregory Jewellers, to find out what sort of mistakes newcomers make and how best to avoid them.

The first mistake Steve says he sees countless owners of luxury watches make, is they forget to fully wind in the crown or pushers before jumping into a pool or the ocean. Failing to do so will mean the seal won’t be engaged on your watch, allowing water to get in. Steve compares this to “leaving your door open when driving your Landrover through a waterway and then wondering why your feet are wet.”

Secondly, Steve says you shouldn’t set your watch down on the crown when you’re not wearing it. Doing so “places unnecessary pressure or shock (especially if the table is glass or stone) on the crown stem which connects directly into the movement.” Additionally, placing a watch on its side brings gravity into play, wherein it can pull the hairspring down more on one side, eventually affecting the timekeeping rate.

Not only this but being on its side rather than being laid out flat will cause your watch to be less stable, increasing the risk of it falling and scratching the case and bracelet.

In relation to setting the watch down, Steve also makes a point of recommending owners don’t put their watches down near phones and tablets, especially if they have a magnetic cover on. “This is terribly bad for a lot of watch movements as it causes magnetism in the movement which will seriously affect the accuracy of your watch. Some brands have antimagnetic hairsprings or modern-day Faraday cages that protect the movement, but why tempt fate?”

You may already be aware of Steve’s next tip, however, if you’re like me and have only ever invested in ‘affordable’ watches, it may well be the best piece of advice you ever hear. When it comes to setting the time and/or date on your timepiece, you should avoid changing anything the hands read anywhere between 9 pm and 3 am. Instead, wind the hands or date around outside of these hours – 5 o’clock is recommended. Steve says, “this will prevent the gears that facilitate the day/date change from jamming as they start to engage well before midnight and remain well after.”

Moving away from movements, another care tip for your luxury wristwear is to keep it clean. Most watches these days are water-resistant to some degree, so cleaning it with a damp piece of cloth will be fine. Just be sure that the crown and any pushers are fully screwed or pushed in beforehand, and wipe dry once you’re done. You can use a toothbrush dipped in water to clean metal bracelets, too.

 

 

 

 

 

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Leather straps, on the other hand, will naturally succumb to daily wear and tear and will lose their rigidity over time and pick up the sweat from your wrist. You can clean it using a damp cloth and gentle soap, and applying a leather conditioner will help to increase its lifespan. However, don’t be surprised if the day comes when you have to change it. In doing so, you can give your watch a brand new feel. 

Lastly, high-end watches are manufactured in such a way that they will require regular maintenance – every five to seven years should suffice, although you should always read the information that comes with your particular model.

How To Wear It

With your newfound knowledge, you’ll no doubt want to flaunt your new timepiece as soon as you’ve bought it. There’s no argument from us.

Firstly, the general rule is to wear your watch on your non-dominant wrist, although ultimately it will come down to personal preference. However, rules do come into play when you’re attending a formal event. If you find yourself in such a situation, we’d like to divert your attention to this step-by-step guide of how to wear your watch with a shirt.

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As the workplace becomes increasingly casualised, stuffy suits and obnoxious ties are becoming less and less prevalent. But what about shoes? Whilst everything else appears to be changing, offices still seem to be dominated by black leather oxfords. Say you want to take a step towards being more casual, but don’t want to stick out like a sore thumb, what should you do? Well, Scarosso’s Brown Suede Jacob Oxfords might be the perfect place to start.The oxford is the perfect shape to start this casual shift as it is a rather formal, but combine that formal shape with a softer, nonchalant material like suede and it becomes an easygoing office staple. You can easily pair them with a navy or charcoal suit or with jeans and a t-shirt, they’ll even pair nicely with your khakis. It’s this versatility that makes this shoe special and means you’ll get to wear it a lot, even out of the office to weddings, dinners or other events.Whether you’re looking to casualise your office wardrobe or simply need a new ‘dress shoe’ staple, the Jacobs are the perfect choice. Handmade in Italy from high quality, luxurious leathers, the Jacobs will last you a lifetime and for $305, they’re rather reasonable considering the use you’ll get out of them.Shop Scarosso Brown Suede Jacob Oxfords $305

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Everyone fantasises about hooking up with a model. So when you’re dating someone more attractive than a neodymium magnet, you’re probably not going to engender much sympathy when you complain about it.But as various ‘unlucky’ men have taken to the internet to vent, dating a stunner comes with drawbacks.Posting in a Reddit thread titled “What’s it like to date someone extremely attractive,” several men provided us with some quality insights.“Attractive people [in my experience] get a lot of things handed to them and a lot of favours done specifically because they’re hot,” one man wrote. “Since I wasn’t always willing to put up with her shit, she would throw temper tantrums.”So far, so cliche.

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But it wasn’t just fits of rage – another consequence of dating someone out of your league is, “a really intense fear of getting older and aging that I had a lot of trouble relating to,” as another guy put it.And while “having a very attractive wife gives me extra cachet and respect at work” (as another wrote), the following insights (from other Redditors) show the struggle of dating someone ‘freakishly hot’ is ~real~.Not only will people dismiss your partner’s achievements (“how ‘attractive’ people achieve success is often downplayed, as are many of their other qualities”) but – as another commenter revealed – the sex won’t necessarily be as good as you think: “I dated a cover model for about 5 months. It was as sexually exciting as it was a nightmare.”

“Everywhere we went she was approached by men. If we were in a dance club or bar guys would almost line up to take their shot with her although I will say I was the benefactor of many free drinks that floated our way.”

“She had ‘dated’ an OCEAN of men by an early age so along with guys hoping to hop on her there were guys that were always looking her up. Luckily this was before Facebook otherwise I would have gone nuts,” the man continued.

“Going out to a meal was non-existent and if we ever did she would eat a few bites and then light up a cigarette (this was a while ago). My theory was it wasn’t the smoking so much as it was her trying to remain rail thin.”

“Sex: awful,” he continued. “Everything was always in the dark. There were two occasions that I remember actually seeing her completely nude during sex and I will have those on my death bed to be sure.”Even though Vogue disagrees, saying the sex can be great (“If you’ve ever had someone look at you during sex with this completely euphoric expression, like, ‘I can’t believe I get to do this with you,’ you understand that ‘dating down’ in terms of attractiveness can be a confidence boost in its own right,”) the point remains: dating someone super hot makes for a potentially weird bedroom dynamic.Oh, and another potential source of insecurity is, “When you have so many people throwing themselves at you, you’re spoiled for choice, so there’s less incentive to be faithful. Not to mention that people get away with so much more when they’re attractive.”

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An anonymous commenter on Quora echoed this sentiment, saying, “If you’re not such a secure person it can be horrible. If you are secure with yourself, it can almost, at times, be amusing.”“There are literally hundreds of guys patiently waiting for you to have a fight so they can try to squeeze their way into the mix,” said another.A third then summed it up with a bit more hope: “You are replaceable… You need to be comfortable with this. Here’s the thing though, she is dating you now for a reason. You are likely attractive as well for whatever reasons.”

“Know that you can also replace her. It’s not a reflection of either of your worth… so don’t think you’re better or worse than one another if it doesn’t work out. It just didn’t work out.”

Food for thought.

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As jobs become increasingly automated, men are becoming less and less ‘rugged’. For many, there isn’t a need to get their hands dirty or shoes muddy; the modern man moisturises his skin and wipes his sneakers down after they get a grain of dirt on them. There is though, more than ever, an allure to a ‘rugged’ aesthetic. The catalyst for this might be the fact that there are less and less rugged men. Love it or hate it, it’s brought about some pretty cool looks, including the revival of the Land Rover Defender, waxed jackets and Wolverine boots. Tom Beckbe’s Tenshaw Jacket culminates all of these great looks into one awesome jacket.Constructed from a weather-resistant 6oz waxed cotton, the Tenshaw is not only perfect for rugged outings, but it will also patina nicely over time with use. It’s also really tough, meaning you can wear it whenever and however you like, whether you’re out hiking or for coffee. It features a zip-up front that also has external snaplock buttons to keep you cosy, which is helped by the corduroy neck lining. There are also several external and internal pockets to ensure you can carry anything you might need on your outings. You can easily pair it with jeans, chinos or even suit pants for a rugged formal look, meaning it’s a very versatile piece.Priced at $495, it isn’t the cheapest jacket, but it’s a jacket you’ll be able to enjoy for years to come at any and all occasions.Shop Tom Beckbe Tenshaw Jacket $495

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When it comes to searching for the ‘next big thing’ in fashion, our heads immediately turn to either runway shows or our favourite celebrities. While the former gives indications as to what colours, patterns and fabrics we can expect to see on the high street in the coming seasons, it’s the latter that shows us exactly how they should be worn.Jude Law has given us one such example of what us gentlemen can be expected to be parting with our cash for in the coming months and years: oversized suits. Attending the premiere of his latest movie The Rhythm Section in New York on January the 27th 2020, the English actor was seen rocking a grey oversized suit with a double-breasted blazer and a crisp white shirt.However, when it comes to achieving the perfect relaxed fit, Australian menswear stylist Jeff Lack has a few things to say. He says, “a fuller cut and longer jacket silhouette is a fashion trend a la Giorgio Armani 1980s.”“But the length of [Jude’s] jacket is too short for this trend and the lapel width is too narrow. The trousers are a diaster for suiting but a cool vibe for casual wear with t-shirts and sneakers, think streetwear.”“The trousers are too baggy, too long and ultimately make Jude look short.”If you want to know how the relaxed fit suit should be done, look no further than David Beckham. The ex-footballer has been spotted on a couple of occasions wearing Dior’s take on the oversized fit, with the first instance coming back in September 2019. Back then we predicted it would become the next big thing in menswear fashion, and a repeat occasion at the Dior pre-fall 2020 show only cemented our suspicions.Fast forward a few months and Jude Law has jumped aboard the bandwagon too, so we must stress once again that we recommend you start making space in your closet for when the oversized suit takes the high-streets by storm.https://www.instagram.com/p/B5oiqeOJ1Qv/The Rhythm Section sees Jude Law star alongside Blake Lively and Sterling K. Brown, and follows the story of a widow who vows to uncover the truth behind an ‘accidental’ plane crash. It’s set to be released on January the 31st in the US and February the 20th in Australia.

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Men’s casual shoes and sneakers are nothing new, we’ve worn them for years since we’ve learned how to walk. The difference is now we’re all getting a little more daring with what we wear them with, meaning a whole new level of consideration is required.

Get the best casual shoe selection right and they’ll effortlessly work alongside the majority of your wardrobe. Get it wrong and well, it’s not nice.

There are a couple of other factors you may want to consider, such as what you will be wearing them for (business or pleasure), how much time you’re actually going to be spending on your feet, and of course, what type of budget you’ve got to play with.

Short for time? These are our top picks

• Best Leather Sneakers – Oliver Cabell Low 1
• Best Travel Shoe – Tropicfeel Sunset
• Best Sustainable Sneaker – Allbirds Wool Runner
• Most Lightweight Sneaker – Cariuma OCA Low
• Most Comfortable Sneaker – Casca Avro Knit

This is why we have the best casual shoes for men to buy right now for your consideration, helping you walk through 2022 in style. 

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Flaunting a Gucci tee, Saint Laurent sunglasses and Common Projects sneakers, you are hardly a symbol of eco-friendliness.

But the fact is, life is inherently destructive – at the end of the day, to live (and dress), you have to leave your mark.

And while – clearly – buying something from an eco-friendly company is a good start point for sustainability, it’s just one aspect of many that contribute to how ‘green’ your shirt is in the long run.

At least – that was our theory. To see if it held water we got in touch with Carla Murphy, Chief Brand and Product Officer at Icebreaker, a sustainable clothing brand that provides natural performance alternatives to synthetic-based apparel.

 

 

 

 

 

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Though there is something to our theory, Carla says that how a garment is manufactured is significant: “The sustainability of any product is based on how it’s designed and created,” she tells us.

This means, Carla says, “Being concerned by ‘what it’s made of..’ not only [in terms of] materials, but it’s end of life capabilities and it’s ability to be renewed. People mostly buy completely finished products. But buying finished products means we need to be conscious of it’s full lifecycle to that ‘finished’ point.”

For a piece of clothing to be sustainable (and for consumers to – knowing what they’re talking about – demand more of their clothing manufacturers) it is also crucial to be “curious about the origins, the ingredients, the supply chain processes and the end of life process.”

“Over the last two decades we’ve seen consumers learning more about what goes into certain foods and beauty products and as such shifting to adopt more natural and traceable alternatives. This shift is making its way to the clothing industry,” Carla says.

“In recent years, clothing has become a disposable item in the lives of consumers, where accepting a decrease in quality in favour of fashion has become the norm. Sadly, this is with devasting consequences to the natural world.”

But back to Gucci: is it possible that, if you cherish it more, your top-end tee could be more sustainable than a $60 pair ‘eco-friendly’ tee shirt?

 

 

 

 

 

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Almost certainly not (unless you literally never wear the ‘eco-friendly’ shirt and throw it in the bin, after realising you don’t like how it looks). That said, high-end products like Gucci, if you get more wear out of them, could be considered more eco-friendly than cheap fast-fashion labels.

Over to Carla: “Regardless of price or brand name, buying something you will get lots of wear out of is always a good choice. Over the last two decades the wear-it-once fast fashion culture has created irreversible effects to our environment.”

“The Ellen McArthur Foundation, reported in 2017 that one garbage truck of textiles was landfilled or incinerated every single second around the world, and as the second largest polluter of the planet the apparel industry and companies within it are needing to reset to take greater action to respond to the continued impact to air pollution, ocean pollution and our natural resources.”

Not to mention: “Synthetic fibers, a by-product of petroleum such as nylon are plastic fibers are present in over 72% of clothing, according to a recent report on clothing and pollution, [and] these products will end up in landfill and will not biodegrade.” Ouch.

“As humans we have the potential to reduce further impact to the planet but first we must rethink our relationship with clothing, and start buying less, and when we do buy, we need to make sure that it is more sustainable and higher quality so it lasts longer.”

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From Kim Kardashian’s glistening glutes to Chris Hemsworth’s outrageous abs, we’re not short on 2020 fitness ideals.Likewise, there is abundant information on how to achieve such figures. The problem is, much of it is contradictory, exaggerated or hard to follow.Low carb dieters tell you one thing, vegan another. Doctors demonise fat, keto warriors can’t get enough of it. Conventional wisdom tells you to eat little and often, Instagram gurus recommend intermittent fasting.Some say the dietary guidelines are wrong, others say we simply aren’t following them.This frustration has led people into the hands of fitness chef and nutrition coach Graeme Tomlinson, who is leading the (online) charge against dietary myths.Though he has been accused of exaggerating the importance of focussing on calories (rather than the quality of the source of your calories), he makes good points against the 2020 attitude to fitness so many health fanatics have.On that note: Graeme yesterday took to Instagram to expose the contradictory messages we are being fed, with a handy graphic to match.

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Captioning the post, Graeme wrote, “In 2020, if there was a seminar covering nutrition advice for optimal health, it would require 842 PowerPoint slides in font 3 and a Martian to deliver the vocal.”So far so hyperbolic.But bear with us⁣⁣: “Everything we see or hear is a contradiction. As such, we are creating a venomous dieting culture full of ridicule, self righteousness and confusion. We have no regulations to expose lies from truth. And we have lost our composure.⁣⁣”

Why?

• Because millions outlaw food groups because they are told that they individually cause fat gain. Yet there is no reference to energy balance.
• Because extreme activists attempt to force people into adopting their lifestyle and claim legal acts are unlawful on our planet. Yet their opinion is not the law.
• Because Netflix documentaries conjure wild accusations towards foods that just so happen to be excluded from the producer’s business interests.
• Because many so called doctors and practitioners claim sugar is the cause of obesity. Yet there is no mention of habitual or social-economic causes.⁣⁣
• Because studies on rats are paraded as evidence that effects occurring in them will definitely occur in human beings. Yet we are not rats.
• Because foods which contain ‘chemicals’ are to be avoided if one wants to forego disease. Yet blueberries and bananas contain a combined 100 chemicals – and they help prevent disease.

⁣⁣Overall, Graeme continues, “There is no context… for the individual who seeks rational guidance on a very simple nutritional goal. Instead they are faced with… irrelevant fear mongering and a bottomless pit of disappointing jiggery pokery.”⁣⁣But – according to Graeme – we can change this by “consulting evidence to determine validity… To accept information or throw it into the multi-billion pound landfill where the majority of the dieting industry resides.⁣⁣”

“We have the power to educate ourselves and question motive and include context.”

Now go eat a burger. Or something.

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