Top 10 Wash Bag/ Dopp Kit Essentials
Fitting quality men’s grooming products in a frequent traveller, gym enthusiast or sportsman’s luggage can require too much space. Subsequently, many skin care essentials are left at home on your bathroom shelf. Our focus is of course to keep you looking more Gentleman than Ape, so thought it prudent that we share our Top 10 male grooming products for your Wash Bag (UK)... Read More
Great Gatsby Grooming
The Great Gatsby style was inspired by the emerging success and consumerism within post-war (WW1) America. The 1920’s saw an explosion in popular culture, Jazz music and style. Men’s hair was still very military looking. Clean cut, slicked back and held in place with hair creams. Styles also had to compliment and remain unaffected by hats which were a very popular accessory... Read More
How to use a Straight Razor/ Cut-Throat Razor
Popularity of the Straight Razor, also known as Cut-Throat Razor is growing exponentially; with many gentleman opting for the enormously satisfying and nostalgic traditional method. For those of us who aren’t fortunate enough to have the guiding hand of a well versed grandfather at hand, we enlisted the help of expert London barber Thom Robins for a guide on how to achieve a... Read More
From Ape to Gentleman: An Interactive Face Map
In partnership with Tropicana Frequent readers of Ape to Gentleman will be aware of our continued advice on not just men’s grooming and skin care but also the advocacy of an all round healthy lifestyle; including exercise and diet. It’s not solely about looking good on the outside, but eating well and exercising regularly to be healthier on the inside – this, then... Read More
3 of the Best: Men’s Hairstyles
Recent fashion shows have drawn our attention to three notable men’s hairstyles. We wanted to know how to achieve them, so we enlisted the help of Michael Douglas, Style Director for hairstyling brand Shockwaves and head&shoulders, and Andrew Davis, Braun Ambassador and celebrity stylist. Below you’ll find their expert tips, guiding imagery and products to help you... Read More
Movember Moustache Guide
November is becoming increasingly better known as Movember. This isn’t just a portmanteau, it’s a foundation set up to encourage men to sport a moustache or Mo’ during November, to raise awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and testicular cancer. All you need to do is grow or ‘wear’ a moustache throughout November to generate... Read More
Men’s Grooming | 3 Quick Fixes to Common Problems
Tired Eyes A late night in the office, too many beers on a work night and lack of sleep can all take their toll on your body. One of the first places to show signs of fatigue is the delicate eye area. Bags, dark circles and fine lines begin to appear. A quick fix is an Eye Roll-on. Kept in the fridge, it will instantly cool and calm any puffiness around the eye area and reduce... Read More
Noob to Aficionado: Smoking Your Cigar
In our previous instalment, we attempted (hopefully with success) to pull you away from those cheap cigars at the convenience store counter and introduce you to the world of real tobacconists. Your first cigar should be a good one if you can help it. We hope you took our suggestion and purchased a high quality premium cigar, preferably on the mild side and in the £2-7/$3-10... Read More
A Gentleman’s Guide to Making a Toast
Good Health! Chin Chin! Cheers! Across the planet there are varying continents, countries, cultures and languages but one tradition which remains constant is making a toast. Despite local variations, each toast points towards a common celebration; one of friends, old and new. In the UK a raised glass can be met with a cry of ‘cheers’, ‘chin chin’ or ‘good... Read More
Noob to Aficionado: Choosing Your Cigar
Cigars have an undeniable appeal and to many of us they form a key part of the quintessential gentleman’s image. If you’re new to cigars, however, it can be overwhelming to try and figure out where to start. If you’re tempted to pick up one of those sticks you see at the gas station by the checkout counter, stop now—that is not the best way to get into cigars. Taking... Read More
