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What A Man Should Know, Vol. 1
January 30th, 2009 — Books, The Husband
The Husband: Countdown to Proposing!
January 3rd, 2009 — The Husband
Count Down to Proposing
( If you know you a Gentlemen who is about to pop the question, Then Kindly pass this along! )
Peter Post’s 10 Day Proposing Plan
From the ring and flowers to what to wear and how to ask, Peter gives men the advice they need to get through the big moment.
Day 10—Make a Plan
Decide on the who, what, when, where and why of how you will ask her to marry you. A public place or a private setting? First thing in the morning or late at night? Think about what suits your personalities and relationship. Keep in mind, this is a story she will be telling for the rest of her life and you want her to be proud to tell it. But at the same time, the more complex a plan you concoct, the more difficult to pull off.
Day 9—The Ring
You’ve got two options here: pick the ring you know she’ll love or go with something basic and let her choose the setting and band once she’s said yes. If you go with the latter, remember that this is not an insult to your jewelry selection capabilities. You want to make sure it’s the ring she wants.
Day 8—To Ask or Not to Ask: Permission from Her Dad
Individual circumstances determine whether you should ask permission from her father, either alone or with your intended, or if you should simply announce your plans together. Be respectful of the culture and traditions of your future wife’s family. This will help you decide the most appropriate course of action.
Day 7—Schedule Her In
Don’t forget to make plans with her for the big day. It would be pretty embarrassing to go through all this effort and then have her tell you “I’m not available that night, I have yoga class till 8:30 p.m.”
Day 6—Dress
Figure out what you’re going to wear. Make sure it’s clean and pressed. Shoes polished. Hole-free socks. Get a haircut. Shave. You want to look and feel your best.
Day 5— Flowers
There’s only one choice: red roses. Lots and lots of red roses. And remember, even if you think flowers don’t matter, they do.
Day 4—Food
To cook or go out? Don’t cook. Think about it. You want to focus on her, not on cooking. Make a reservation at the nicest restaurant you can afford. Try not to be a nervous wreck, hopefully you’ll enjoy the meal. If you’re planning to pop the question there, ask the maitre d’ for a quiet table.
Day 3—Wine
This is clearly a champagne occasion. Pop the question early and then order a bottle to celebrate. You can even call ahead and arrange to have the sommelier bring the champagne out once you’ve proposed.
Day 2—Practice
Think about what you are going to say and how you are going to say it. Decide if you’re a down-on-one-knee kind of guy. Visualize what’s going to happen. You’ve established a plan for the dinner, now think about how you’re going to actually pull this off. Make sure you know how to get to where you are going. Remember these could be some of the most important words she hears from you, so make them memorable.
Day 1—Just Do It!
Give yourself time to get ready. Don’t forget the ring. Do plan on having a night the two of you will always remember. Look her in the eye and speak from the heart. Enjoy the moment!
Give yourself time to get ready. Don’t forget the ring. Do plan on having a night the two of you will always remember. Look her in the eye and speak from the heart. Enjoy the moment!
– Emily Post.Com
For Your Husband: Barker Black Men’s Bespoke Shoes
December 2nd, 2008 — The Husband
A Modern Sensibility
Barker Black was founded as the modern alternative to Men’s shoes and accessories. With their sleek design and time-tested construction, Barker Black shoes and accessories have a playful spirit but are appropriate in even the strictest workplace. The subtle details that make the wearer feel unique are so well incorporated into the design of the collection; they would be difficult for others to notice. Little touches like a crown cutout on a traditional penny loafer or the delicate broguing on the toe in the shape of a crowned skull and crossbones, the Barker Black logo, offer the finest in subversive sophistication.
Barker Black upholds the standards established by generations of renowned craftsmen but with modern styling that brings excitement back to dressing and provides a sophisticated alternative to trainers. The shoe range is designed with a nod to the man who is required to dress for work and fit into the modern conventions of dress attire, but has a desire to assert his individuality without drawing unwanted attention. These details are where Barker Black sets itself apart, from toe broguing, slender waists, and bespoke sole tacking, the result is sleek and modern. These details give the Barker Black customer the confidence and individuality he is longing for with classic style, to be envied by the staunchest conservative. Every shoe is slightly unexpected, from a traditional loafer with a twist to designs best described at “Rock & Roll Chic”. As young men take back formal dress, Barker Black couples old world artisanship with modern day elegance and attitude to cater to discerning men with a craving for something new.
At Barker Black everything is designed with luxury, aesthetics and attitude in mind. The tie designs take inspiration from Royal crests to jailhouse tattoos, gentleman’s ties to avante guarde designs with attitude. All three collections invoke the same sense of rebellion but are balanced with soft unexpected color, in a modern yet familiar and easy to wear palette of dusty pastels, a staple in the modern gentleman’s wardrobe.
Barker Black was founded as the modern alternative to Men’s shoes and accessories. With their sleek design and time-tested construction, Barker Black shoes and accessories have a playful spirit but are appropriate in even the strictest workplace. The subtle details that make the wearer feel unique are so well incorporated into the design of the collection; they would be difficult for others to notice. Little touches like a crown cutout on a traditional penny loafer or the delicate broguing on the toe in the shape of a crowned skull and crossbones, the Barker Black logo, offer the finest in subversive sophistication.
Shoes
Barker Black upholds the standards established by generations of renowned craftsmen but with modern styling that brings excitement back to dressing and provides a sophisticated alternative to trainers. The shoe range is designed with a nod to the man who is required to dress for work and fit into the modern conventions of dress attire, but has a desire to assert his individuality without drawing unwanted attention. These details are where Barker Black sets itself apart, from toe broguing, slender waists, and bespoke sole tacking, the result is sleek and modern. These details give the Barker Black customer the confidence and individuality he is longing for with classic style, to be envied by the staunchest conservative. Every shoe is slightly unexpected, from a traditional loafer with a twist to designs best described at “Rock & Roll Chic”. As young men take back formal dress, Barker Black couples old world artisanship with modern day elegance and attitude to cater to discerning men with a craving for something new.
Ties, Pocketsquares & Braces
At Barker Black everything is designed with luxury, aesthetics and attitude in mind. The tie designs take inspiration from Royal crests to jailhouse tattoos, gentleman’s ties to avante guarde designs with attitude. All three collections invoke the same sense of rebellion but are balanced with soft unexpected color, in a modern yet familiar and easy to wear palette of dusty pastels, a staple in the modern gentleman’s wardrobe.
Available at The Barker Black Store, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Jeffery, Harrods and Colette
Barker Black Ltd.
198b Elizabeth Street
New York, New York
10012
212 – 966 – 2166
198b Elizabeth Street
New York, New York
10012
212 – 966 – 2166
