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Old 3 January 2011, 01:53 PM   #1
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What are the essential accessory items for the modern man?

I'm trying to make up a list of what the essential items a fashionable well to do modern man would own. I need some suggestions to complete my list. These are items that in my mind are timeless and really should only be purchased once and last for a long time. Definitely a quality over quantity factor here.

1. A high end time piece.

2. A nice wallet.

3. A proper trench coat.

4. The perfect dress belt.

that's all i got so far any other suggestions?? What do you deem is an essential item that every man should own?
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Old 3 January 2011, 01:57 PM   #2
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Food, clothing, shelter, transportation, wireless communication.
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Old 3 January 2011, 01:58 PM   #3
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Old 3 January 2011, 01:59 PM   #10
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I have no use for a trench coat in fact I have not even worn a coat in over ten years. Everything else on the list is good.
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Old 3 January 2011, 03:05 PM   #12
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I'm trying to make up a list of what the essential items a fashionable well to do modern man would own. I need some suggestions to complete my list. These are items that in my mind are timeless and really should only be purchased once and last for a long time. Definitely a quality over quantity factor here.

1. A high end time piece.

2. A nice wallet.

3. A proper trench coat.

4. The perfect dress belt.

that's all i got so far any other suggestions?? What do you deem is an essential item that every man should own?


Out here in the desert ...no need for a trench coat!
Im retired so I dont wear dress pants anymore....I wear shorts 355 days a year.

My wallet is whatever my wife buys me when she thinks the one i have looks bad.....I really dont care that much anymore.....who will see it anyway?
In the house I wear a Casio digital mostly and leave the Rolex and Omega's on a winder ....Im always hitting it against door knobs etc so why risk dinging my GMT.
I guess if you are a young guy that stuff may be important....trying to attract
the ladies
But when you get over 50 health in my biggest concern!
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Old 4 January 2011, 01:09 AM   #13
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Out here in the desert ...no need for a trench coat!
Im retired so I dont wear dress pants anymore....I wear shorts 355 days a year.

My wallet is whatever my wife buys me when she thinks the one i have looks bad.....I really dont care that much anymore.....who will see it anyway?
In the house I wear a Casio digital mostly and leave the Rolex and Omega's on a winder ....Im always hitting it against door knobs etc so why risk dinging my GMT.
I guess if you are a young guy that stuff may be important....trying to attract
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But when you get over 50 health in my biggest concern!
What do you wear the other 10 days of the year?
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Old 4 January 2011, 02:46 AM   #14
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What do you wear the other 10 days of the year?
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Old 3 January 2011, 05:35 PM   #15
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Hey, you look pretty cool already. I don't think you need anything else to add to your coolness. Leave that to other Canadians. Just find yourself a great business card and a nice lady.
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Old 3 January 2011, 06:02 PM   #16
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Great list. I agree on the trench coat.Nothing looks worse than someone wearing a suit with the suit coat jacket sticking out from under a short winter coat. A couple of nice fedoras and dress shoes are also a must.
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Old 3 January 2011, 06:27 PM   #17
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A nice pen and nice dress shoes.
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Old 3 January 2011, 07:22 PM   #18
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Old 4 January 2011, 12:25 AM   #19
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A holster and something to put in it.


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Old 4 January 2011, 12:30 AM   #20
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Some decent shoes - i have 2 pairs of Gucci loafers and they last forever and are soooooo comfortable....

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Old 4 January 2011, 02:47 AM   #21
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Some decent shoes - i have 2 pairs of Gucci loafers and they last forever and are soooooo comfortable....

You are definitely right. Quality shoes are key. There is nothing worse than a cheap pair of shoes. Shoes complete every outfit.
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Old 4 January 2011, 03:18 AM   #22
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Shoes and ties

Hereunder, some (about 70%) of my shoes


I have about a hundred Hermes ties, but now in storage somewhere (where?) as I do not wear ties anymore.
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Old 5 January 2011, 09:47 AM   #23
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Old 5 January 2011, 02:01 PM   #24
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Shoes and ties

Hereunder, some (about 70%) of my shoes


I have about a hundred Hermes ties, but now in storage somewhere (where?) as I do not wear ties anymore.
Yup, I'm with 007 except for the ties. Gotta have lots of shoes and a titanium money clip. I can't stand to wear the same shoes everyday. I have shoes for just about every purpose. Owning several dozen shoes is not that unusual imo...to me it's not simply buying a pair of shoes, it's an investment. And of course several high end watches too.
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You are definitely right. Quality shoes are key. There is nothing worse than a cheap pair of shoes. Shoes complete every outfit.
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Old 5 January 2011, 08:16 AM   #26
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A tall, leggy, blond, redhead or brunette wearing CFM hi-heels is always a nice accessory
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Old 7 January 2011, 03:40 AM   #27
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Old 4 January 2011, 12:49 AM   #28
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Old 5 January 2011, 03:14 PM   #29
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In addition to the other items, I would add a nice pair of eyeglasses/sunglasses. The wrong type of frames on your face makes a huge difference.

A nice watch, cufflinks, and shoes are important to complete a professional look.

A nice car is important, too, especially if one is driving clients.

Any thoughts on money clips? I know a few men who use them but they are all over 60.
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