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ResourceAn Easy Way to Look Lean and Stylish | Low Contrast Outfits
McGoff explains the benefits and principles of low contrast outfits, which he argues create a sleek, streamlined appearance that can …
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Resource3 Types of Suits: Off the Rack vs. Made to Measure vs. Bespoke
McGoff compares three main suit categories—ready-to-wear, made-to-measure, and bespoke—explaining their key differences, price …
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ResourceHUGE TRY ON WORKOUT HAUL // Men's Gym Pants and Shorts // Nike, Adidas, Under Armour + MORE
McGoff conducts an extensive try-on haul of gym clothes from both smaller and major brands to find options that fit his smaller …
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ResourceASKET Haul & Try On | Wardrobe Essentials In Shorter Lengths
McGoff reviews ASKET, a sustainable menswear brand offering high-quality basics with shorter sizing options. He tries on their crew …
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ResourceSubscription Boxes for Men (my opinion)
McGoff shares his honest opinion that subscription boxes for menswear and accessories are not aligned with intentional buying …
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ResourceThe BEST Shoes for Summer | Teddy Baldassarre, The Kavalier, Effortless Gent, The Style O.G.
McGoff explores favorite summer shoes by featuring recommendations from four respected men's style content creators. The video …
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ResourceWhat Does OCBD Stand For? MFA? Popular Fashion Acronyms Explained (CP, MFA, OOTD and more...)
McGoff provides a comprehensive guide to common abbreviations and acronyms used in men's fashion, organized by categories including …
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Resource5 Affordable Men's Brands and Products | Men's Fashion On a Budget
McGoff presents five affordable menswear essentials that offer quality and value without requiring significant spending. He covers …
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Resource100K Subscribers Giveaway | Silver Play Button Unboxing
McGoff celebrates The Modest Man's milestone of reaching 100,000 YouTube subscribers by unboxing his custom play button and …
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ResourceEveryday Carry (June 2018) | Upgraded and Expanded EDC ft. Kershaw, Rolex, Apple and More
McGoff walks through his updated everyday carry items, explaining what he takes with him daily and why each item matters to him. He …
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ResourceWatch Gang Platinum Unboxing (June 2018)
McGoff unboxes and reviews a Stewart Dawson London watch from Watch Gang's Platinum tier subscription service ($299/month). He …
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Resource7 Types of Shoes to Wear With Shorts | Best Summer Shoes for Men
McGoff provides a comprehensive guide to selecting appropriate footwear to wear with shorts, ranging from more formal options like …
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ResourceWhy I Bought a Vintage Rolex Datejust (Ref 16030)
McGoff shares his purchase of a vintage 1984-1985 Rolex Datejust watch, explaining its technical features, his personal journey to …
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ResourceThe Best Clothing Colors for Men | Why You Should Wear Neutral Colors
McGoff explains why building a wardrobe around neutral colors—black, white, gray, beige, cream, navy, and olive—is beneficial for …
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ResourceHow to Wear Shorts | How Men's Shorts Should Fit
McGoff teaches men how to wear shorts correctly by addressing fit, style, and details. He argues that shorts should stop at or above …
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ResourceNEW HAIRCUT | Modern Undercut Side Part (Summer 2018)
McGoff demonstrates how to style his new undercut haircut with length on top and faded sides. He walks through his step-by-step …
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ResourceHere's The TRUTH About Acne (Based on Actual Science)
McGoff examines common myths about acne causes, arguing that much of the widespread skincare advice lacks scientific backing. He …
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ResourceBEST Menswear Brands? Buying FASHION Watches? Chat w/ Barron Cuadro (Effortless Gent)
McGoff discusses spending philosophy on clothing and accessories with Baron from Effortless Gent, emphasizing the importance of …
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Resource5 Reasons to Buy a Custom Suit | Why I Love Made-To-Measure Clothing
McGoff explains five reasons why men should consider custom or made-to-measure suits instead of off-the-rack options. He covers how …
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Resource4 Fresh and EASY Spring Outfit Ideas for Men | Spring Lookbook 2018
McGoff presents multiple spring outfit combinations built around a versatile neutral color palette of light blue, navy, gray, tan, …
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ResourceIgnore This BAD Advice | 10 Common Style Misbeliefs for Shorter Men
McGoff debunks 10 common style misconceptions about shorter men, arguing that many widely-circulated rules—like avoiding horizontal …
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ResourceWhat's In My Dopp Kit? Travel Grooming Essentials for Men
McGoff walks through the contents of his travel dopp kit, demonstrating the minimal grooming and skincare essentials he packs when …
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ResourceHandmade Minimal Leather Sneakers for Under $200 | Ace Marks Kickstarter Campaign
McGoff reviews Ace Marks, a direct-to-consumer shoe brand, and highlights their new Kickstarter campaign featuring handmade Italian …
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Resource10 Style MISTAKES You Should AVOID | Don't Make These Rookie Style Errors
McGoff outlines 10 common style mistakes men should avoid, ranging from wearing athletic socks in non-athletic contexts to …
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