KNOTMYSTYLE - The Trinity Knot

The Trinity knot is, hands down, one of the most popular necktie knot styles out there.  This slick knot has a three-way symmetrical look that get its influence from the Celtic Triquetra, a design used as a religious symbol during the ancient Christian era. The pattern “hold hands” at a center point, producing a very conversational effect. I can see how a guy can be a bit intimidated by the Trinity at first glance, but it’s one of the boldest tie knots you can learn and surprisingly not as hard as it looks (that’s what she said).  The trick is, unlike most tie knots, it is tied somewhat loosely.  This can take some getting use to and can be a little frustrating at first, but with some patience the Trinity knot can be mastered.

BEARDSTYLE - The Zappa

If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you've probably noticed a few posts on beard styles.  A few weeks ago I thought it would be interesting to highlight some hairy man-sculpture and give a little history, if I may, on how the Winnfield came about for example.  And a snapshot of who's rockin' what gets a little interesting.  So let me bring you up to date with the Zappa.

George Michael c/o barbershopforum.com

The Zappa is named after the late musician Frank Zappa. This guy managed to skillfully marry the Copstash with an unusually thick Soul Patch.  This is arguably one of the greatest beards ever invented mainly because you're required to have balls as big as church bells to pull it off with confidence. With the Zappa style of beard, the soul patch is about 2-inches wide and 1-inch long. The outsides of the mustache come down just below the lower lip.

Battling A Stinky Sack & "Bat Wings"

I recently came across some good toilet material in Grooming Lounge the other day and wanted to share with you guys.

It's widely known that the male groin has a distinctive (if not universally appreciated) aroma. This musky smell is largely a result of the concentration of apocrine sweat glands in the region, some of which produce a modified form of sweat that some people find sexually attractive (hmmmmmm?????). Unfortunately, after a hard day's work, these odors can become more toxic than intoxicating.

The solution? A quick dust with a refreshing talc-like powder designed just for 'the boys'. Not only will such powders keep the fellas clean and fresh, they're also a great solution for "bat wings" -- the unfortunate affliction where a sweaty sack temporarily bonds to the thighs. Application is simple – just sprinkle or spray a moderate amount of these miracle powders in the ole' boxer briefs and then hit the road.

(Still laughing at the "bat wings" term) I'm definitely an advocate for men's body powder.  Imagine how shocked I was to find out (from other women) that a lot fewer men than I thought used what I basically consider hygienic etiquette.  One more thing to distinguish the men from the gentlemen.