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ResourceHow to Wear Layers: 4 Rules + 13 Outfit Ideas
McGoff teaches men how to wear layers effectively by covering four foundational guidelines, three key layering pieces, and thirteen …
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ResourceMy Workout Routine | Full Body 3x Week + Cardio
McGoff shares his personal workout routine and fitness philosophy, explaining his goals of building sustainable exercise habits, …
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Resource9 Business Casual Shoes for Men | What to Wear to Work
McGoff provides a comprehensive guide to selecting appropriate shoes for business casual office environments. He outlines eight …
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ResourceHow to Wear a Cardigan Sweater (Lightweight & Chunky Shawl Neck)
McGoff provides a comprehensive guide to wearing cardigans as a masculine style piece, covering different cardigan types (V-neck, …
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ResourceEverlane Haul 2019 | Men's Fall/Winter Outfit Ideas
McGoff tries on and styles multiple outfits from Everlane, a brand he recommends for its ethical manufacturing, quality materials, …
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ResourceMen's Sneakers Unboxing & Try-On | Sneakers Outfit Ideas for Guys ft. GREATS
McGoff unboxes and reviews four sneaker styles from the brand Greats, examining each pair's design, materials, and color options. He …
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ResourceNYC Apartment Tour 2019 | Full-Time YouTuber/Blogger's Studio
McGoff gives a tour of his new studio apartment in Manhattan's Upper East Side, showcasing how he furnished and organized the space …
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ResourceThursday Boots Duke Review & Recommendation (After 3+ Years)
McGoff provides a long-term review of the Thursday Boot Company Duke Chelsea boot after owning and wearing it heavily for over three …
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Resource9 Best Men's Shoes for Fall & Winter 2019 | Boots, Sneakers, Slip Ons and More
McGoff presents a comprehensive guide to selecting footwear for fall and winter, explaining that cold-weather shoes should match the …
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Resource6 Types of Socks and When to Wear Them | Sock Lengths & Fabrics Explained
McGoff provides a comprehensive guide to selecting socks by examining sock lengths, materials, and cushioning options. He explains …
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ResourceMen's Medium Length Haircut and Styling (Scissors, Razor, Diffuser & Gel)
McGoff documents his haircut appointment at a barbershop in West Village, where he works with a barber to maintain length while …
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ResourceBusiness Casual for Men: Everything You Need to Know (Shoes, Jeans, History, DOs and DON'Ts)
McGoff provides a comprehensive guide to business casual style for men, covering the definition, history, and practical rules for …
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Resource7 Favorite Fall Jackets for 2019 (Featuring Alpha M, Tim Dessaint, RMRS, The Kavalier and More)
McGoff curates recommendations from himself and several menswear content creators on their favorite fall jackets, covering styles …
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ResourceExpress Haul Try-On Fall 2019 | Men's Fashion Lookbook
McGoff tries on and styles multiple outfits from Express, demonstrating how to build casual to business casual looks using the …
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ResourceUpdated Everyday Carry EDC 2019 | What's In My Pockets?
McGoff provides an updated tour of his everyday carry items, including wallet, watch, keychain setup, knife, earbuds, sunglasses, …
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ResourceHow to Fly in Comfort and Style | A Practical Travel Outfit for Men
McGoff shares his approach to dressing for air travel, debunking the myth that formal wear leads to first-class upgrades. He …
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Resource9 Basic Style Tips for Guys (still works in 2021)
McGoff presents nine foundational style principles for men looking to improve their appearance without major expenses. He argues …
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ResourceThe Minimalist Watch Collection (Just 2 Watches for Any Occasion)
McGoff presents his ideal two-watch collection for versatile everyday wear: the Hamilton Khaki Field Officer Mechanical for casual …
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ResourceHow to Wear Chinos: Fit, Style, Shoes, Colors and Favorite Brands
McGoff provides a comprehensive guide to chinos, covering their history, construction, and styling. He explains how chinos differ …
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Resource9 Expensive Products That Are Worth the Money | AirPods, Rolex, Orlebar Brown Swim Trunks and MORE
McGoff discusses nine expensive products he believes justify their higher price tags by distinguishing between expensive and …
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ResourceHow to Build a Minimalist Shoe Collection (Basic, Preppy or Street)
McGoff teaches viewers how to build a minimalist shoe collection by organizing shoes into categories—sneakers, casual shoes, boots, …
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ResourceOffice Tour 2019 | My NEW Studio/Office Setup 👀
McGoff provides a comprehensive tour of his studio setup, a guest house in a residential area that he uses for filming YouTube …
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ResourceAWESOME Travel Clothes | Banana Republic Core Temp Haul and Try-On
McGoff tries on and reviews Banana Republic's Core Temp collection, which features lightweight, wrinkle-resistant fabric designed to …
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ResourceJ. Crew Factory Haul Try-On // Affordable Men's Fashion Brand
McGoff tries on a range of clothing items from J.Crew Factory, including tops, bottoms, shorts, and outerwear, to evaluate the fit …
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