Travel Essentials

I was recently asked to do an EDC, which apparently stands for Every Day Carry. Once I found out what this meant, I actually found it quite hard to do. I'm essentially a minimalist when I go out and you'll hardly ever find me carrying things I don't absolutely need.

So I thought maybe I would discuss what are my everyday travel essentials. This then became a toss up between budget travelling or 5 star travelling. It then became quite obvious that 5 star travelling doesn't really need much thought to go into it (seeing as you will take more than you need to anyway). This being the case, I selected my 5 essential 'budget' travel items.

1. Wallet - MontBlanc

106653 - Meisterstueck Pocket 6CC

When you have 3 wallets from Montblanc it might sometimes be hard to choose which one to take. However, for sheer practicality, the one that always travels with me is the Meisterstueck Pocket 6CC.

2. Sunglasses - Ray Ban Justin

Justin in the middle is my choice

Versatility wins out here. When I travel I want to be able to dress from 'as casual as possible' to 'a shade under semi-formal'. As such, the Justins trump the RB3477s and the Erikas and they are my go to shades for whenever I'm travelling.

3. Headphones - Audio Technica ATH-50

There's a new model out - The ATH-50X

Where would I be without my headphones. They are your best friend in a plane, train, bus or anywhere you just want to shut the outside world out and just get to your destination. I love the sound quality of the ATH-50s and their all round performance. Check out their review on CNET.

4. Wash Bag - Sportscraft

Looks great and you won't cry if it gets ruined

Every guy should have a quality one of these. Sure you could get something like the Mulberry Full Grain Leather Wash Bag. However, bear in mind that the wash bag often houses your most useful fluids and they get thrown around a lot. As such, you are one leakage away and/or one scratch, dent or rip on the outside. Hence, consider getting something that will allow you to get some enjoyment out of it without breaking the bank. You could also consider the shaving bag from Ralph Lauren.

5. Cologne - Bleu de Chanel

Sorry Giorgio and Ralph, Coco has got you this time

My choice of cologne. It was a hard decision and an honourable mention deserves to go to the Armani Code. Ultimately, it was the versatility of the Bleu that won out. I feel its more versatile compared to the code and helps to keep your masculinity in check because no matter how big your ego is, at the end of the day you are still wearing Chanel. I also feel more care free and fun when wearing the Bleu, whilst still feeling the part when dressed in a suit.

That makes 5 items and the end of the post. I trust that this has been helpful and you still like my taste in life. Stay tuned for more.

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Essential Items of Clothing (Part 2)

This is expected to be the second of three posts. Continuing on from Part 1, I'll select another three items of essential clothing you should consider paying more for. Our basics are the most important part of our wardrobe which should be enough justification for not getting on a fashion train band wagon.

So without further ado, let's continue.

4. Shorts

I'm pretty relaxed when it comes to shorts. Much of the same criteria applies as pants but because of the general nature of shorts, suffocation is never too much of an issue. That being said there is a current fashion trend of guys wearing very tight short shorts. I can understand wanting to join in on a fashion trend but what I can't understand is wanting to deliberately suffocate your bits. Seriously it's bloody uncomfortable and it's probably why guys that wear these kind of shorts are so prone to brain implosions. 

Boston Short

So once again, short is fine but keep the air flowing. I'm not a huge a fan of short so my go to brand is Tommy Hilfiger. They seem to offer the right levels of comfort, length and quality (most probably because they are american - see part 1). They also have one major advantage over fierce rivals Ralph Lauren; they don't look like 'dad' shorts.

5. Sunglasses

Everyone should have a good pair of sunglasses. Unfortunately many do not. What they have are either a white pair of Oakley's that say I have no taste or they get very shiny Prada ones that say I'm over compensating for something. 

In Australia let alone Adelaide, chances are you will need two pairs; one plastic, one metal. The plastic will usually take the form of the Ray Ban Wayfarer. This surprisingly doesn't suit a lot of people, so I suggest you get something like the Ray Ban Justin. I find this to be a great casual multi-purpose pair and if on the off chance you really are worried about them getting ruined at the beach, go get a cheap $20 pair. No one seriously cares how expensive your beach sunnies are.

The metal pair is for more formal events. Events like a day at the races or a day time work function; basically anywhere you are wearing a shirt and slacks. As I alluded to before, a big unstylish pair of Prada sunnies is not the answer. Leave them to the overweight black watch polo wearing douche. I'd like to see you get something that suits your face shape and compliments instead of another seeking. My choice is another Ray Ban. The BB 3477. What a name.

6. Underwear

To be honest luxury underwear could easily have landed in my 'Favourite Luxury Items' series. The fact that it hasn't is due to two main reasons; they are actually more comfortable than regular underwear and the special feeling you get from wearing them. 

There's something pleasing about having something that's yours that other people can't see or don't know about. I think I can therefore justify saying that luxury underwear falls into this category. You gain confidence and comfort from your luxury underwear which is unknown to the people that pass you by and that for me is particularly pleasing; unless you're the guy with your pants around your ankles.

Trunk Fit Boxers

So what's my choice? Calvin's rate quite highly of course but I think I prefer Abercrombie. Sure it's same shit different name but at least you ain't being compared to Bieber.

This concludes part 2.

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