Finest Whiskies Of Japan You Need Try At Least Once In Your Life
Finest Whiskies Of Japan You Need Try At Least Once In Your Life

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The art of Japanese whisky is complex but simple in its delivery. Consistently challenge the long reigning Scottish kings of single malt with whiskies of immense nuance and meticulous precision.

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20 Things We Loved & Loathed About Qatar Airways’ Economy Class
20 Things We Loved & Loathed About Qatar Airways’ Economy Class

Hot tarmac. Clear skies. Trundling suitcases. A bright Sydney afternoon and a prompt 4:30pm takeoff called more for sunglasses than the eye mask and blanket we were provided with on Qatar Airways’ Boeing 777-300ER flight to Doha.Don’t get me wrong: they were appreciated. But once I dug them out from underneath the seat in front of me, several hours later, they didn’t hold the same appeal. But we’ll get to that. First, let’s set the scene.Flying economy to Europe, you used to have two options. You either got a cheap red-eye stopping off in Bangkok, Helsinki, Beijing and the Polar North, or you booked a legacy airline that would transport you across the globe in two (relatively) swift bounds.These days, however, British Airways, Emirates and Qantas are facing some serious competition from the likes of Cathay Pacific, Etihad, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways. For this trip, I chose Qatar, flying from Sydney to Doha (on the 777), stopping over for 2 hours, then Doha to Madrid (on the A350-900).While my expectations were admittedly lower than normal after a series of disastrous domestic Jetstar flights, I was pleasantly surprised by my experience with Qatar’s flagship airline.That said: not everything was perfect. From meal mix ups (and the garlic-infused feet of the woman who ‘stole’ my exit row seat) to the generous legroom and intuitive entertainment system, this is everything I loved and loathed about Qatar Airways’ economy experience.

Flight Facts

Route: Sydney – Madrid, via DohaFlight Number: QR 907, then QR 147Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, then Airbus A350-900Flight time: 15 hours & 5 minutes, a 2 hour stopover, then a second flight of 7 hours & 40 minutesSeat: 25B, then 30J.Price: AU$1,259.96 (Sydney – Madrid return)BOOK A FLIGHT

1. Qatar’s economy class will surprise you with its amazing legroom

Image credit: One Mile At A Time.
Although I foolishly spent most of the flight with my bag under the seat in front of me (the struggle of having a laptop and wanting to use it), the first thing I noticed was the ample legroom.While this may have something to do with my recent RyanAir and Jetstar experiences, the fact remains: compared to a budget airline, Qatar Airways’ 777 Economy feels like Business.Side note: for the Doha to Madrid journey, I was on an Airbus A350-900, which had noticeably less legroom.

2. Some economy class passengers lack general hygiene…

I bypassed the long check in queue by checking in online, and strolled up to the “online check in” baggage drop off area. So far so good.I then waited for my check in attendant to finish her conversation with her supervisor. Just before I got annoyed (alright, I’ll be honest, it was a couple of seconds later) I realised she was a trainee.I was then offered the chance to change my seat to an exit row. My mildly bruised ego restored itself, and I started stretching my hamstrings and wiggling my toes.I then got onto the plane only to find she had booked me into the wrong side of the aisle; the woman across from me had lucked into the coveted 25D.Not content with crushing my ‘extra legroom’ hopes, she then whacked her feet up, sans shoes, for the entirety of the flight.Side note: I later discovered I had actually been booked into the exit row from from Doha to Madrid, not Sydney to Doha, and all (except the garlic feet) was forgiven…

3. Quick and trouble-free boarding means you get more ‘me’ time

Having recently experienced cancellations, delays and general mayhem from Jetstar, I was so surprised when the fight announcement board switched from “relax” to “boarding now” on time that I barely had time to finish my chicken and avocado toasted sandwich, before rushing to the gate.

4. The questionable seat configuration can be a bit of a lucky dip

Why dank you…
Although Qatar’s economy is mostly set up in a 3-3-3 configuration, this turned to 3-4-3 for the front two rows of each section, meaning you hit the jackpot with seats 25D and G (or each partition’s equivalent). For some reason, this bothered me more than the entirety of row 24 (an exit row) having extra legroom (although this might have had something to do with the woman opposite me’s feet).

5. The basic amenity kit came with a not-so-basic and funky lip balm

The handy little amenity kit handed out on take-off enhanced the first impression given by Qatar’s trademark blue and orange hues (and legroom). The kit had toothpaste, a toothbrush, an eye mask, earplugs and- differentiating it from the other airlines I have previously flown with – a colourful tube of lip balm.

6. Be warned: you can only pre-select your meals 24 hours prior to flying

I’m no vegan, but as a cheese averse carb-lover I thought I’d be extra clever by logging into my Qatar Airways account the night before this trip and selecting the vegan option. Unfortunately, as dinner rolled around, I discovered any dietary preferences must be made more than 24 hours in advance.Fortunately I’m not a real vegan and the “creamy chicken and mushroom” with penne pasta and green peas was pretty good. Sure: it looked like something you’d get out of a school canteen, but it (almost) tasted like something you’d eat in your local Italian. Almost. Just close your yes, child.Oh, and to be fair: had I been vegan, I would have been able to order the Udon Noodles (it would have been a 20 minute longer wait though, so I went with the chicken).

7. The tactile entertainment screen made for great viewing pleasure

Fortunately for the man in front of me, this is the first airline I’ve ever flown on where I didn’t need to aggressively jab the screen in front of me to get it to respond; a light tap sufficed.

8. Getting just one hour of free Wi-Fi made me feel like I was using free dial-up from 2001

Oh, how times have changed. Just a few years ago, getting any kind of Wi-Fi was a blessing. Now it’s expected, and although you get a complimentary hour, if you want more the only option is to pay $10 US dollars, which entitles you to Wi-Fi for the whole trip (one way to get around this is by having a secondary device, which gets you a second hour for free).Although we were grateful for the Wi-Fi we got, to stay ahead of their competitors (and so I don’t have to get Instagram withdrawals again) Qatar would do well to introduce a smaller payment option on their 777’s for those who want a second or third hour of Wi-Fi, rather than the current “all or nothing” scheme.Having said that, by giving a complimentary hour they are still doing better than (or at least; keeping up with) most of the competition. It’s also more than you get on their A350-900 from Doha to Madrid, which gives you just half an hour, and which (in my case) stopped working after 10 minutes.

9. If you listen closely you can live vicariously through the flight attendants

I loved eavesdropping on the flight attendants’ dating gossip, as they talked about having a port in each call and breaking up with the clingy ones on Valentine’s day.On a serious note: they were very friendly, professional, spoke more languages than a multi-tongued Oxford dictionary, and switched between them with ease. I didn’t ask them about their next hookup though.

10. Doha Airport is wildly underwhelming when compared to Dubai Airport

Considering the inflight experience was on par with Emirates, I landed in Doha half expecting the same exotic “bright and breezy” feel you get in Dubai. However the airport experience was a little flat, and we had to take both a train and a bus to get to our next flight.

11. Great movie selection with the exception of one thing…

From surfing documentaries to Hollywood blockbusters, Ted Talks and dry BBC comedies, Qatar Airways’ Economy had a wide variety of entertainment on offer. The only feature they lacked (which their competitor Emirates has access to) is live Premiere League football…

12. Old school toilet taps aren’t the greatest

They were not automatic like some other airlines’ have. And definitely not for the germaphobe.

13. How good was the ambient temperature though?

Although it dried my mouth out, that comes with the territory of flying. Apart from that, the air-conditioning gets 5 stars from me – not lacklustre, but not freezing us in our sleep.

14. You’ll be force fed served beef pies in the middle of the night

I’m pretty much always down for a meat pie, but when you’re desperately trying to get some sleep, after having only had dinner a few hours ago, this moment is not one of them.

15. Cleanliness was surprisingly good throughout

I’ve been on a few double pronged journeys where the second leg has clearly only been given a cursory clean. However, both legs of this trip started in immaculately clean planes: spotless chair pockets, sparkling bathroom (that was evidently cleaned multiple times throughout the journey). Two thumbs up.

16. For the unprepared (me), you’ll need to buy headphone adaptors

Although my partner’s Bose headphones seemed to work fine by inserting their single prong into one of the two holes provided (designed for the double pronged, cheap, complimentary headphones), my personal in-ear headphones only worked in one ear, and if the jack was nudged, it gave me a lot of static.Although most airports sell ‘single to double’ prong adaptors, I look forward to the day when an airline designs its headphone jacks so that travellers can easily use their own products.

17. I was saved by the USB charger

No one wants a dead phone. Or you can use it to charge your wireless headphones. Enough said.RELATED: Best Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds To Buy Right Now

18. Armrest battles can be tiring

Who owns the armrest, really? Whoever can subtly wheedle the other one’s arm off it, right? These guys are right up there with those who change the direction of the reading light and those that change the air flow of your air-con nozzle.

19. Self explanatory: dairy milk chocolate & vegetarian pastries (eat separately)

Seasonal fruit is nice, but have you ever sunk your gleaming whites into a sweet hunk of chocolate? We did and found love at 10,000 feet. Also, the vegetarian pastries weren’t too shabby.

20. You’ll memorise the safety demonstration video after the watching it for the trillionth time

Forget the Koran: after flying to Europe a couple of times I can now recite the generic “Airline Safety Spiel” in Arabic, French, Spanish, English and Mandarin, word for word. Although this is not exclusive to Qatar (every airline is legally obliged to do this), just when I thought I’d got away with one, on the Doha-Madrid leg, where I had scored the exit row, the flight attendants pulled the TV out of my armrest for me and plonked it in front of my face, 1984 style.

Qatar Airways Economy Class FAQ

What is Qatar Airways’ hand luggage weight allowance?

Economy class passengers are allowed 7 kilograms of hand luggage in Qatar Airways. Maximum carry-on bag dimensions is 50 centimeters x 37 centimeters x 25 centimeters.

Is online check-in available in Qatar Airways?

Yes. Online check-in is available for most Qatar Airways operated flights departing from Melbourne, as well as most airports in Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

Can I upgrade/downgrade my Qatar Airways’ lounge access pass?

Yes, you may upgrade your lounge access pass from business class to first class by paying the difference. Downgrading lounge access pass, however, is not permitted.

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Pocket Squares Can Turn Your Boring Suit Into A Sartorial Stunner; Here’s How To Wear Them
Pocket Squares Can Turn Your Boring Suit Into A Sartorial Stunner; Here’s How To Wear Them

The marker of a true gent, pocket squares are the ultimate finishing touch. With an illustrious history extending as far back as antiquity, they’ve long been symbols of class and elegance and the same still holds true today.

With a proliferation of designs and styles, the contemporary pocket square is more piece of art than anything else, top tier designers increasingly choosing experimental dying and printing techniques. However, this popularity has also led to the pocket square becoming ubiquitous.

This being the case, the question arises of how to distinguish oneself from the crowd? Here, we explain the difference between styles and the best way to model this elegant statement piece for maximum effect.

Wearing A Pocket Square With A Suit

For most, putting on a suit isn’t really seen as an opportunity to make a sartorial splash. In fact, it’s quite the opposite with it being all too easy to blend into a sea of navy and grey two pieces. Pocket squares, on the other hand, are the perfect remedy to the bland business suit and patterned pocket squares in particular provide opportunity to showcase your personal style – no matter how flamboyant or otherwise it may be.

With a personal predilection for paisley, we’ll start there. It can dress up a classic suit like nothing else and also works a treat with most ties. Regardless of what way you wear it, it’s bound to set you apart from the average punter.

If paisley isn’t your thing, look for bold geometric prints or graphics. These provide welcome relief from plainer suits and also break up a striped tie wonderfully. Suit Supply stock an enviable selection as do stores like Paul Smith.

In terms of styling, choose colour ways that compliment (note that this does not mean match) your suit. If you’re wearing navy, pink prints provide a pop of colour and look sensational paired with a plain white shirt. In a similar vein, if you’re wearing a grey suit choose warmer tones and bolder patterns that add a point of interest to your outfit.

Wearing A Pocket Square With A Tuxedo

Slipping on a tux is a great opportunity to experiment with plainer versions of the pocket square. An ivory silk kerchief will be a wardrobe staple you use time and time again. Look for a good quality one from the likes of Tom Ford or Mr Porter to complete your formal look.

If you’re really pushing the envelope, another option is a jacquard pocket square. Usually reserved for very formal occasions, these show stoppers are made from a stiffer fabric and work best when folded into a neat Presidential style. Adopt a less is more approach and show a sliver peeping out from the breast pocket for the ultimate finishing touch.

Wearing A Pocket Square With A Blazer

A personal favourite, the pocket square and blazer combo is a sure fire way to turn heads – whether it be at drinks or a day at the races. And this is one occasion where more is more. Don’t be afraid to experiment with bold prints and colours – particularly if you’re working off a plain white or blue shirt.

If you’re heading to a more casual or summery affair, look at high quality linen pocket squares. The open weave of this fabric adds an element of Hamptons chic to most looks, particularly if you’re in a lighter coloured jacket. With heavier blazers, silk kerchiefs are your best bet. Try pairing a checked jacket with circular or floral prints to break up the geometry of the look.

It doesn’t just come down to the pocket square itself though when you’re sporting a blazer – it’s also in the way you fold it. Go for either a crown fold (this has three of the corners sticking out) or a casual fold – as per the gent in the blue jacket below. Both are relatively bold styles that look in keeping with this more laid back style.

Wearing A Pocket Square At A Wedding

Pocket squares are the ideal way to dress up a jacket to make it wedding ready. Pop on a pair of tailored chinos, navy blazer and white shirt, add in a bold kerchief and you’re ready to roll.

When it comes to choosing your pocket square though it’s helpful to keep in mind that not all versions are made equal. A proper kerchief should have a rolled hem on it, essentially creating the effect of an infinite edge. Where possible I also like to opt for pocket squares that are printed on both sides. Cheaper versions aren’t, and this can make them harder to fold, particularly if you choose a more casual style.

Finally, for the love of all that is holy, steer away from any jacket that has a kerchief pre-stitched into the breast pocket. The whole magic of this accessory is it’s something that can be used with a multitude of different looks. Don’t short change yourself with one that’s sub par.

Wearing A Pocket Square At Work

The pocket square you wear when you don’t think you need to be wearing one in the first place; plain kerchiefs are your go-to for a truly corporate style. Tom Hiddleston and Zac Efron are prime examples, using block coloured pocket squares and a presidential fold (that’s the square looking shape) for maximum impact.

It’s easy to overpower a perfectly good suit and tie combo with a bold pocket square but crisp white styles or versions with a coloured border provide antidote to this and level up your suit from the hum drum of the everyday. Look to style icons like Don Draper for cues on nailing a mod inspired look.

Given you’re likely pairing your kerchief with fabrics like tweed or wool, look at starchy cottons or more sumptuous silks. These fabrics are both hard wearing and look in keeping with a more structured, lined jacket.

Pocket Square FAQ

When to wear printed/patterned pocket squares?

Wear pocket squares with prints or patterns to dress up your plain suit. Paisley is a good choice or you can go for bolder graphics or geometric prints.

What pocket square to wear with tuxedo?

For tuxedo, a plain pocket square is your best choice. Try one in ivory silk. Its crisp and clean appearance will stand out against your dark, conservative tuxedo.

How to wear pocket square at work?

Plain pocket squares should be your go-to for your corporate attire. Make it stylish and simple with a block-coloured one and the classic presidential fold.

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Dion Horstmans Is The Artist With A Secret Skill That The Finest Whiskey Makers Also Use
Dion Horstmans Is The Artist With A Secret Skill That The Finest Whiskey Makers Also Use

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Bell & Ross Bring The Fighter Aircraft Cockpit To Your Wrist
Bell & Ross Bring The Fighter Aircraft Cockpit To Your Wrist

Bell & Ross are known for their aeronautical pursuits in watchmaking and their latest offering continues this fine tradition with a touch of the analogue.

Taking inspiration from the instrumentation of retired aircraft cockpits, Bell & Ross have created the BR03-92 BI-COMPASS. The watch captures the real world aspects of fighter plane instrumentation by replicating its most critical reference points: precision, legibility,reliability and performance.

Whilst these kind of traits are commonly expected in a Swiss watch, it’s still good to see the connection made to real world instruments of warfare. The first thing to strike you is that the COMPASS’ design is intentionally stark, but highly legible – a true requisite of any fighter plane.


First note worthy of a mention is the 42mm square case which is created in lightweight matte black ceramic. The dial is where the magic happens though thanks to 3D matte black dial which helps to add depth to the watch. The indices are oversized and generously coated in Super-LumiNova to ensure legibility in almost any light condition.

The hours and minutes hands meanwhile get a washed-out yellow hue which once again maximises visibility. Simple yet very striking seems to be the theme here. And we quite dig it. The Bell & Ross BR03-92 BI-COMPASS is limited to just 999 pieces.

Specifications

Movement: calibre BR-CAL.302. Automatic mechanical
Power reserve: 42 hours
Functions: hours, minutes, seconds and date
Case: 42 mm matte black ceramic
Dial: Matte black hands, numerals and indices coated in Super-LumiNova
Water-resistance: 100m
Strap: Black rubber and ultra-resilient black synthetic fabric

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Why You Get Gassy On Planes, According To A Flatulence Doctor
Why You Get Gassy On Planes, According To A Flatulence Doctor

Picture this. You’re a frequent flyer and you’ve just gleefully slid into your business class pod. Sixteen hour flight to the other side of the world? Bit of nice food, bit of sleep, stay hydrated. No dramas. Wrong.

The plane begins to take off and then it happens. A rumble in your lower abdomen and then a great uncontrollable flatulence expels into the cabin. The cushion that was wedged behind your head now covers your stomach to mask the smell emanating just as the crew swing by to make small talk with you. You’re in the danger zone now, fly boy.

But have you ever wondered why uncontrollable flatulence happens to some people once they’ve boarded a flight? Wonder no more.


According to Niket Sonpal, a New York City-based gastroenterologist and professor of clinical medicine at Touro College who spoke to Vice, the reason for mid-air flatulence is simply due to altitude and air pressure changes.

“When there’s less oxygen, gas expands and that includes the gas inside our body tissue,” he says.

“Air expands at higher altitudes, the gas in our intestines expands too, up to 30 percent more than usual and that air needs to go somewhere.”

This expansion is the same reason why some passengers experience finger and feet swelling as they rise in altitude usually between 6,000 to 8,000 feet. Oddly enough the pain caused by expanding gases at altitude is said to be more intense in women than men. This is attributed to the fact that the female intestine is more intertwined whereas men’s intestines are in more of a horse shoe configuration.

“When you add pressurised air to the mix, bellies bloat and get distended,” says Sonpal. “Factor in that thin cabin air makes everyone dehydrated and for women especially, this means not enough water in the body to cater to ridding toxins.”


So now that you know what causes it, are there actually ways to avoid uncontrollable mid-flight flatulence? Indeed.

Consuming heavier foods that take longer to digest 24 hours prior to the flight will cause you to become more bloated and prone to gas.

“Heavier foods such as red meats, pastas, and sweets just sit in your stomach leading up to your flight,” Sonpal adds.

Instead he suggests eating stuff like salads and vegetables in the hours before boarding a flight. If this isn’t possible, ask the flight attendant for hot water with lemon once you board. The high alkaline content in lemon water can help to combat the liver toxins which cause flatulence. Fruits like bananas and pineapples are also a go-to snack on flights that won’t do you any damage. If you’re the fancy type though you can try activated charcoals. Sonpal says that charcoal is a powerful binder of toxins and it’s often used to treat overdoses and for preventing hangovers. He suggests taking around 500 mg the day before up until the flight in order to prevent flatulence.

But the one little thing that Sonpal dispels is the use of chewing gum. Whilst it may help in unblocking your ears, it might not in the bowel movement area.


“When people chew gum they are swallowing more air which will lead to more gas, bloat, and flatulence aboard a flight,” he says.

And if all else fails, Sonpal recommends getting out of your seat and walking around roughly every 30 minutes.

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David Beckham Spotted In London Wearing ‘The People’s Rolex’
David Beckham Spotted In London Wearing ‘The People’s Rolex’

He’s renowned as as one of the world’s most supportive celebrity dads and this week David Beckham once again proved it whilst sitting front row at the Victoria Beckham collection launch during London Fashion Week.

Black on black on Black Bay
On his lap was his daughter Harper but what got our attention was Becks’ choice of wristwear – the watch we’re calling ‘The People’s Rolex’.Why so? Because Tudor is the sister company to Rolex and it offers many of the prestigious name’s aesthetic DNA without the heart-stopping price tag and three year wait times. That’s not to say that the Tudor is a bad watch. It’s just a more accessible Rolex and in our opinion can look just as good (Tudor Black Bay like his, anyone?).
TUDOR Black Bay – 41 mm steel case with polished and satin finish
The Tudor Black Bay on a black leather strap proved to be the perfect combination to Beckham’s simple and classic black suit. Not much fanfare was required here but during the after party Beckham switched it up into a white tee, camel overcoat and charcoal trousers.
The full suit complete with knitted black tie & Anna Wintour

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Tartan Trousers Is The Secret To Looking Like British Royalty; Here’s How To Pull It Off
Tartan Trousers Is The Secret To Looking Like British Royalty; Here’s How To Pull It Off

Frivolous as fashion might be, there’s not much out there that can compete with tartan’s storied history.

Worn by monarchs, punk rockers, and unpopular Prime Ministers, tartan has crossed social and cultural boundaries, and it never seems to truly go away. A recent renaissance by fast-fashion retailers and the likes of and Burberry tells us that this trend is set to continue well into the future of menswear.

Tartan’s enduring, if inconsistent popularity deserves more than an honourable mention in the annals of menswear. Here, we offer a brief and by no means definitive summary about Tartan’s peculiar origins, the period of peak-tartan during the 20th century, and the gradual return of tartan pants to respectability in contemporary menswear.

Scots, Royals & Tartan

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Hate to break it to ya, but tartan isn’t quite as Scottish as we originally thought. There’s solid evidence to suggest that tartan existed in Europe and Asia well before the 18th century. While the Scottish clan system certainly played its part, the patterns we recognise today are largely products of the 19th century weaving industry. Letdown? Maybe. The truth? Unfortunately.

In a stroke of irony (that endlessly pisses off true blue Scots) tartan’s wider popularity can be attributed to the efforts and/or appropriation of two Brit royals – Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. They couldn’t get enough of it, decking themselves and their castles out in enough tartan to make even the most fearsome highlander blush.

Punk Rock & Tartan

For better or worse, tartan took a funny turn in the 20th century. Once favoured by monarchs and the well-heeled, tartan shed some of its upper-classness at the hands of anti-establishment misfits and punks. If you know your music history, you’ve probably seen black and whites of Johnny Rotten in tartan-to-toe, attending court or stoking the fires of dissent onstage. Funnily enough, Royal Stewart tartan became an essential piece of the punk uniform – despite the fact that you’re supposed to secure royal permission to wear it (we assume this directive didn’t last long).

21st Century Tartan

Punk eventually fizzled, and tartan did too (although that didn’t stop it ending up on shortbread boxes globally). But after a period of dormancy, we’re seeing glimpses of a resurgent tartan, even if it doesn’t reclaim its former glory as the sartorial calling-card of the young and culturally dispossessed.

We all saw Brit PM Theresa May cause a bit of a stir with her Black Watch tartan suit. Less controversially, high street labels like Burberry have gotten in on the fun with tartan trousers for business or play (no Parliament required). Finally, tartan’s universal appeal has also resonated in men’s formalwear (a velvet jacket with tartan strides, anyone?)

So if you thought tartan was just for burly Scotsmen and Sex Pistol cover bands, you’re a bit off the mark. Tartan is also a growing market, with a formidable 5,000 tartan weaves in circulation today and more on the way. Tartan is back, with plenty to go around.

RELATED: Wide Legged Trousers Are Officially In; Here’s How To Wear It

How To Wear Tartan Pants

So now that you’ve gotten the back story of where tartan came from, it’s time to teach you how to wear it. Given that tartan is a bolder pattern, it’s crucial to get the proportions and pairing right to avoid looking like nan’s table cloth from 1960.

Do Your Research

Tartan is a vast kingdom and there is a world beyond the bold and memorable Royal Stewart tartan you see just about everywhere. Want something muted and understated? Black Watch tartan is king. Feel like something neutral and earthy? Mackay Weathered tartan is a solid pick.

With over 5,000 tartan weaves available, even the most clueless kids in the back of the class can find something that suits their tastes and the occasion. You’re not bound by heritage either. The notion that clans or families ‘own’ a tartan pattern is (mostly) poppycock.

Choose Your Cut Wisely

Check patterns aren’t slimming – any tailoring nerd can tell you that. Next time you’re in town, visit your tailor and ask him to tuck the trouser leg in a bit with a small break over your shoe. This will offset the illusion of bulk from a tartan check, and stop you from resembling a serial op-shopper.

Mix & Match With Care

Have you ever seen a guy mix and match tartan with another pattern? I haven’t either, but I’d put money on it looking rubbish. Pattern marriages rarely work, so your best course of action is to keep it simple. Keep the top half of your outfit anchored in block colours and let the tartan pants take centre stage.

Don’t Overdo The Tartan

You’ll see the likes of Lewis Hamilton wearing tartan from top to toe. Be careful. This is quite a full on look and may not be suitable or wearable for most.

Tartan Trousers FAQ

What is the difference between a tartan and a plaid?

Tartans are plaids, with intersecting horizontal and vertical stripes that are replicated multiple times. Unlike plaids, however, their patterns carry history and are often associated with a historic clan, family or community.

What is the best cut for tartan trousers?

Your tartan trousers give off the illusion of bulk, so make sure to wear a pair with a slim fit and a small break over the shoes.

What to wear with my tartan pants?

You should never pair patterns with patterns. Keep your shirt simple. Choose one in block color and let your tartan pants get all the attention.

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Men Of Reddit Reveal The ‘Guy Secrets’ They’ll Never Ever Tell Women
Men Of Reddit Reveal The ‘Guy Secrets’ They’ll Never Ever Tell Women

What was once sacred to man is now an open book of secrets on the interwebs thanks to the latest Reddit thread which shares some of the deepest, darkest secrets of the world’s men. Stuff that men would never admit or even tell women in real life. These are the secrets about men many women wish to know.

From the menial to the mental to the gross to everything sex and genitalia related, nothing was off limits for these heroic snitches. And with that we present to you these top secrets that men will never ever reveal to women in person.

Men Love Compliments…A Bit Too Much

“If you compliment my appearance I will probably remember forever. I still remember when a girl in college told me I look nice with my beard when I first grew it out. I’ve had a beard ever since…” – 01123581321AhF*ckIt

“I remember 2 years ago when a girl told me my eyes are beautiful. I’ve had eyes ever since.” – MrBune

“I wore a new button up shirt to work one day 3 years ago, this one chick was like ‘You look hot in that shirt’. I didn’t think too much of it because she was the office crazy, but the lady sitting next to her who I had a thing for looked at me and gave me an approving nod. Bought 2 extra pairs of that shirt” – gnarcotics1

Men Have A ‘Dumb Mode’

“Men have a box that our minds go into. It’s called the ‘Nothing Box’. So next time you ask a man what he’s thinking about and he answers with ‘nothing’, there is a good chance he’s telling you the truth.” – AmericanPixel

“Your chances of getting what you want out of us are infinitely higher if you tell us directly.” – DepressedBard

“Subtle hints do not work, obvious hints do not work. Anything short of spelling it out ABC style at us, will not work. When I try to pick up on hints I get it wrong almost every time.” – Bobertishere

“As a favour, I worked on a girl’s car one time and got pretty dirty. Afterwards, she asked me if I wanted to come inside and take a shower. I told her ‘no’ because I hadn’t brought any clean clothes to put on after the shower. She just kinda giggled. Yeah, us guys aren’t exactly too bright when it comes to reading between the lines.” – JohnnyMopper

Men Have A ‘Smart Mode’

“If we haven’t carried in all the shopping in one go, we haven’t done it right.” – InevitableSignUp

Men Get Sad Too

“Many men have anxiety and/or depression but we will not talk about and will get moderately annoyed at you for bringing it up.” – jamestar1122

“When we want to be alone, it’s not that we don’t want to be around you, it’s that we don’t want to be around anyone for a bit.” – aestusveritas

Men Prefer Their Mother Over Their Father

“My dad served in the Pacific during WW2. A kid from the Bronx, he had never been out of the Bronx in his entire life. Then he got sent to New Guinea. Decades later, as he lay dying in the hospital bed, he told us: as his young friends were being slaughtered by other young men, just before they died, they always cried for their mothers, never for their fathers, always for their mothers. He said, ‘they were just kids, just kids being slaughtered by other kids’. And then they died, in his arms. Their last words were always, ‘Where is my mother? Where is my mother? Where is my mother?’ Never for their fathers. That affected him for his entire life. And dad lived a long time. He was the lucky one.” – ejpusa

Men Have No Fear Of Genital Hygiene

“After a shower, we have no problem drying our balls and face with the same towel. Most of the time we try to dry the face first, then the sack. But sometimes we have to go back to the face. We just hope we use an uncontaminated part of the towel. Edit: “uncontaminated.” My balls are clean after a shower. Just, you know. Wiping the balls then wiping my face is just kind of…….yea.”- prospecthummmer

“No matter how you shake and dance, the last two drops go in your pants.” – OneArmedTRex

Men Hate Other Men Who Snitch

“Bunch of snitches in this thread.” – Edge_of_Circle

Men Will Always Try To Fix Things

“When people come crying to us, our first inclination is to fix the problem. Since this is (often) not possible, lead with something along the lines of ‘Can I vent for a minute?’ Or anything that signals to us this is just a time for active listening, rather than a problem solving session.” – realbadaccountant

Men Don’t Care What they Eat

“Often times, we genuinely don’t care where we go to eat because we’re just hungry and want food. Any food. As long as you eat some too.” – Rabidrabitz

Men Don’t Care How You Rate Yourself

“We don’t care how popular (or unpopular) you are with other women. So it shouldn’t factor into how you value yourself when dating.” – Mongo0se

Men Don’t Care About Your Appearance That Much

“We really do think your hair is good. It looked good before and after you got a hair cut. It looked good curly and it looked good straight. It looked good when you woke up and when you made it. As long as its shaped like the hair we gave girls on stick figures when we were 5 years old, we think it looks good.” – banjohusky95

“Its not uncommon for us to genuinely think you’re beautiful without any makeup.” – Krzysiuu

Men Will Sex Every Chance They Get

“There is no amount of hot sex that will stop us from masturbating as soon as we’re alone. It’s two separate releases and you just filled up the spank bank.” – First-Fantasy

 

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