When someone hands you a cocktail during a night out, you're most appreciative of the complimentary drink. However, upon receiving a wax-stamped, embossed cream envelope with an invitation inside that reads "cocktail attire", many a modern gent are left puzzled, rather than pumped, by the chance to...

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No hair? No worries. Jason Statham has been making a noticeable stand in the past week by proving men with no hair can look damn sharp.We know what you’re thinking: looking like Jason Statham might help, but you won’t need to if you’ve got the right tools like this man does.The secret lies in complementing the lack of hair with other elements of an outfit. A nicely fitted suit, face stubble, sunglasses, a bit of colour blocking. All of these minor features can add depth to a man’s look without going overboard and the evidence is right here.At the latest ‘Hobbs & Shaw’ screening in London, Statham stepped out in a simple yet ultra sharp grey suit contrasted against a military green dress shirt and matching knitted green tie. Throw in matching military hued sunglasses and you have one hell of a summer suiting look that oozes masculine cool.The 51-year-old action actor finished off the suit with a pair of pointed black dress shoes which goes well with the no-nonsense minimalist look.Those who are observant enough will also notice that Statham is a fan of the double stacked jacket pocket. Just the week prior at another film launch he donned a full black suit with double stacked pockets. The sunglasses? Once again matching in colour with his suit.Well played from this action man who shows no signs of slowing down. The take away from these looks? Embrace the baldness as a fitted suit is your friend.

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Sydneysiders might call it ‘the route nobody asked for’ but if you’re willing to stop gloating about State of Origin then Qantas is willing to launch you from Brisbane to Chicago in a single bound.Even better? While some (us) expected Qantas to palm this slightly less booked (when you compare it to Sydney or Melbourne) route off with an old 747, those undertaking the fourth-longest passenger flight in the world will be doing so on a ‘jetlag defying‘ 787-9 Dreamliner.As both ABT and Traveller reported this afternoon, the non-stop service will be available from April 20th, 2020, with tickets going on sale today.RELATED: The Best Business Class Experiences For Your Next Trans-Pacific Flight The 14,326 km route should take about 16 hours and 20 minutes, saving Australian passengers travelling return to Chicago about six hours (compared to today’s shortest possible route).It’s also set to bump Queensland’s visitor numbers up to 360,000 US visitors a year by 2027, and — as we reported earlier this year — give savvy Australian travellers easier access to a whole new zone of America (Chicago is one of the busiest airports in the world) including ‘cowboy country’ hotspots like Michigan and Wyoming.The only downside is you’ll have to fly to Brisbane to do so, whose business and first-class lounges might still give picky luxury-lovers PTSD (if you had the misfortune to visit them before they were updated in 2016).As for the red-eyes that beat it? Look no further.1. Singapore Airlines: Singapore — Newark (18 hours, 30 minutes)2. Qatar Airways: Auckland — Doha (17 hours, 50 minutes)3. Qantas: Perth — London (17 hours, 25 minutes)4. Qantas: Brisbane — Chicago (16 hours, 20 minutes)This is all part of a growing trend whereby airlines cut out out the middle man (or in this case, layover), which should in turn (read: eventually) lead to more comfortable seats and faster flight experiences for all (not just those that can afford supersonic jets).

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From the endless Moët to the lusted-after seats, the sniff of a business class upgrade is enough to make the slovenly don dinner jackets and respectable businessmen fling themselves to their knees.

However, as I recently discovered on my debut business class flight, the piccolo lattes, chicken edamame salads and friendly flight attendants provide upgraded passengers with a host of new challenges to navigate.

You don’t have to feel sorry for us (I wouldn’t either) but you do have to believe us. Intrigued? Here’s why flying up the front of the plane is actually more mentally taxing than staying in Economy.

The Never-Ending Luxury Makes It Hard To Relax

Say what you will about Economy’s stale bread rolls; at least they don’t take up too much brain space. In Business, however, the complimentary champagne, sizzling appetisers and announcements of more sensual pleasures to come makes it difficult for business class rookies like myself to zone out like we would in Economy, for fear that if we shut our eyes for a second a plate of white truffles, Japanese Wagyu or golden nuggets might pass us by.

The Top-Notch Service Gives You Imposter Syndrome

You wouldn’t think that happy smiles, gleaming high heels and hot towels could ever be an inconvenience. But fly business class a few times and there are two reasons you may change your mind.

Firstly: the fact that these divine merchants of coffee and sandwiches have turned table-trundling into an art makes you feel guilty about chucking on your noise-cancelling headphones and listening to your ‘hectic’ playlist.

Secondly: in each of your interactions with the flight attendants, you feel a certain pressure to convince them you belong up this end of the plane. Cry me a river, sure, but this problem does not exist in Economy (even if it is self-inflicted).

Your Neighbours Will Always Find A Way To Annoy You

It’s not just business class newbies like myself that have problems: D’Marge editor Luc Wiesman has had a number of bizarre experiences in business class — from being kept awake for 15 hours by an Australian TV host attempting to break David Boone’s record for martinis across the pacific to having his seat stolen by another business class passenger.

Flying Business (Or First) Is An Invitation To Gluttony

As Adrian Wooldridge, political editor of the Economist once wrote, “upgrades are… an invitation to dangerous self-indulgence.”

As he admitted in 1843, he once “decided to go for the full six-course menu, which started with caviar and vodka and culminated via various Far Eastern detours with stilton and other cheese.”

“My fellow travellers arrived in South Africa fresh as daisies for their meetings. I arrived drunk, dishevelled and desperate to nap.”

You Have Paid More For Your Ticket, So Any Inconveniences Sting That Bit More

I used to complain about delays as an Economy passenger, but it hurts more if you have paid triple for your ticket. Also, as I once discovered on a Qantas A330, business class kids cry too.

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Once a Bond, always a Bond. Pierce Brosnan made this point overnight when he stepped out at the premiere of ‘Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’ in Hollywood alongside his model son, Dylan Brosnan – and did the retired spy agent make a statement.In what appeared to be one of the weirdest time warp and generational wardrobe swaps seen this year, ‘007 Junior’ rocked out in a full 70s ensemble complete with hippie hairstyle whilst dad looked his usual suave-self in a pared down navy blue suit.Side to side it was an intriguing capture which revealed how much the 22-year-old model towered over his father. But enough about the family relations. Let’s get into the looks.Brosnan paired a very casual navy blue suit with a white dress shirt unbuttoned and black lace up dress shoes. It’s a perfect summer style move further accentuated by the lack of formalities like a pocket square or tie. Instead the casual vibes were further reinforced by a killer pair of clear framed sunglasses with tinted lenses.The watch on his wrist? It was a tough find but it’s actually a high complication piece from boutique Swiss brand, Speake-Marin – a name for which Brosnan is an ambassador for.Retail on this particular piece is CHF 38,700 or roughly AU$56,000 so it’s not an entry level watch by any means even though the name may be obscure.Ultimate silver fox status achieved. And dare we say a master class in how young 007 should dress decades on down the track.

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From lusty Cristiano Ronaldo photoshoots to ancient Greek virility, six-packs are associated with many things — but a lack of fitness is not one of them.

However, as Laird Hamilton recently revealed on the Joe Rogan Experience, having a six-pack may not be the symbol of health society makes it out to be.

Renowned surfer and big wave pioneer turned fitness entrepreneur, Laird now has a range of superfoods (and patented training routines) to his name, and is one of the most sought after breathwork and underwater weight training coaches in the world.

He’s also known for his rather eccentric habit penchant for punishment, where — on a daily basis — he submits himself to ice baths and sauna sessions at temperatures mere mortals would crack just thinking about.

Not to mention: he’s friends with Wim Hof, the extreme Dutch athlete known for climbing Everest barefoot and swimming ridiculous distances under Arctic ice, earning himself the moniker The Iceman.

Suffice to say, Laird is one of the most physically (and socially) well-versed people in the arts of breathing (and fitness) on the planet. He’s also worked with a number of scientists and nutritionists to refine his training program to help everyone from NBA athletes and Navy SEALS to the everyday weekend warrior.

So when Laird casually mentioned that having a six-pack — the fitness goal we all covet — could actually be bad for you, podcast host Joe Rogan was almost as shocked as when Laird said he hated swimming.

“Aren’t guys are going to hear this and go, ‘good I’m going to stay fat I don’t need a six-pack,'” Rogan joked.

However, as Laird explains, it’s not that you don’t want six-pack strength, but that you want a deeper core power that works in sync with your breathing.

Need an example? Look no further than this iconic photo of the man himself.

 

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The look after 10 jumps underwater in the deep end (13ft), underwater swim across the pool and back (one breath), 10 push ups on land. . . all with a 65lbs weight vest. NEVER TRAIN IN THE POOL ALONE. #dosomethingforyourself #move #breathe #workhard @xptlife : @kennacolbs

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While Laird doesn’t have a sculpted six-pack, his inner core strength is reminiscent of a long time yogi — something he revealed to Joe Rogan he prioritises because: “When you have a real nice set of six-pack abs you’re not able to diaphragmatically breathe.”

“A lot of people’s rib cages aren’t moving… when you inhale it should expand three inches or more for you to be really optimally breathing.”

“When the abs are so tight that the stomach can’t expand the organs can’t push the belly out; then you have a limitation,” he continued, explaining how “if you’re really using your lungs” you’ll strengthen your core in a more profound way.

Multiple experts (see here and here) have corroborated this claim — with the proviso (which Laird later adds too) that it is still possible to have both this internal strength and visible abs. However, both Laird and the experts agree that a six-pack is no guarantee of this significantly more important asset.

“You could have six-pack abs and not have core stability.”

To illustrate the point to Joe (a UFC commentator and ex kickboxer), Laird put it like this, “Not every single great fighter is ripped; some of the best ones ever are not ripped at all.”

 

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Max Holloway, for example, is one of the best featherweight UFC fighters in the world, with some of the most “insane cardio”. Yet, when you look at him, “he’s not shredded.”

“I mean he’s strong obviously but he looks more like a swimmer.”

Further examples include legendary NFL quarterback Tom Brady…

 

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Brasilian Ronaldo…

 

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And the best free surfer of all time, Dane Reynolds…

 

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The takeaway? Six-pack abs may appear the zenith of fitness success, but learning to breathe properly could serve you better in the long run.

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At some point in your life, you will hear the refrain, “Unfollow models & influencers and start following artists.”

Some variation of this quote goes viral about once a year, prompting us to follow more ‘wholesome’ content creators.

However, while being bombarded with glamorous ‘content’ may be bad for our mental health, there is no clear line between ‘aspirational’ and ‘masochistic’.

Plus, as Vanity Fair recently revealed, even the so-called ‘nourishing’ creators portray a life too good to be true.

So, does this mean Instagram’s decision to “kill the likes” (touted as an attack on influencers and a shield for users’ mental health) is flawed?

How about the widely babbled idea that we should prune our feed of models?

Unfollow IG models and influencers.

Start following artists and designers.

Your entire outlook on life will change.

— Michael J. Miraflor (@michaelmiraflor) April 2, 2019

Well, smart as it might sound to start following a bunch of artists and architects, turns out — unless you’re following the particularly creative ones (think Dina Broadhurst or  Type 7) — a week of pallid buildings and oblique sketches is enough to send anyone back to the FOMO-inducing travel bloggers and fitness fiends.

Plus: who’s to say influencers don’t work hard? While these “denizens of materialism and mediocrity” (Sydney Morning Herald) are routinely criticised by middle-aged journalists for being lazy and self-indulgent, reading such articles leaves one wondering if there is a form of journalism lazier and more self-indulgent than an opinion piece that confirms a stereotype.

While “photogenic young women” like Pia Muehlenbeck may “appear to spend their days… pouting,” as SMH writer Andrew Hornery admits, “Her two million followers mean she can charge a minimum of $4,500 per post to anyone who wants to sponsor her.”

She also happens to be a lawyer, fashion designer and entrepreneur. Suffice to say: it takes high-level emotional intelligence, hard work, tolerance for scorn and marketing skills to amass a following you can make a living from on Instagram.

As for materialism? That is a feature of all society. And as Instagram’s ‘show off’ community grows, so do accounts where people can find off-beat travel destinations, learn how to become more eco-friendly and improve their mental health without feeling like they are being patronised as often happens in more traditional spaces (see: how irreverent memes are breaking down the stigma around mental health).

Not to mention: before Instagram existed we were hardly flicking through architecture catalogues and inspirational quotes from historical figures on the way to work.

 

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This isn’t just the case if you’re single. In fact, experts say it’s perfectly healthy for couples to follow models on Instagram, with Cosmo’s relationship advisor Logan Hill last year saying the only difference between the rest of human history and this current moment is that before, there wasn’t a digital record of people’s idle thoughts.

“When we let ourselves follow flights of imagination (generally, a healthy thing to do), we now leave digital trails behind. This is new territory. But whether or not there’s digital evidence, men and women have (both) got to accept that their partners occasionally and even often think about other people.”

 

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So — before you feel too guilty about your ‘following’ list, just remember; all those who have gone all Marie Kondo on theirs are doing so from some shaky high ground. And if you are going to join them; just cull all the people and follow some four legged friends…

Nah, real talk, just follow dogs like I do. Best decision EVER.

— André Mariette (@MarietteMusic) April 3, 2019

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