Men's Grooming Essentials
Fashion Week might be all about the clothes and street style, but nothing ruins a look more then bad grooming. This is why I knew I needed to pack the best possible products to keep me looking fresh for the long days, multiple shoots, and many encounters that happen during Fashion Week. And packing up and flying somewhere means I am extra selective of what goes in my luggage, and travels the many miles to Fashion Week with me.
In generous partnership with
American Crew Canada
& Blend + Boost
Shot on location in New York City
"Good grooming is integral and impeccable style is a must. If you don't look the part, no one will want to give you time or money". -- Daymond John
HAIR
I've always been fairly particular about my hair product choices - my hair is thick and wavy, but also easily manipulatable with a hair dryer. This means that the right combination of products can make for an amazing look, but the wrong mix will just look horrible (this comes from years of experience and trial & error). So when it was time to pack up for New York Fashion Week, I knew that the American Crew haircare line was the right choice for me. If its trusted backstage at TOM* Fashion Week, then its definitely good enough for me! I brought American Crew's new Firm Hold Styling Cream for fresh out of the shower looks with damp hair, the Boost Spray for added volume, but also my trusty Fiber Cream, which has become my go-to after dry hair product for long lasting hold.
Fiber Cream™ by American Crew enhances separation of hair fibers and natural shine, for a look that is rugged yet refined.
SKIN
You all know that my wife is constantly bugging me to step my skincare game up. I am really not well versed in the skin regime - from toners to cleansers to moisturizers to serums. This is why I was so excited to pack up this all-in-one skincare solution from Canadian based brand Blend + Boost. They require you to fill out an online questionnaire all about your skin, your lifestyle, and your grooming goals, and then a team of pharmacists prepares a custom blend with a base and boosters made specifically for you. The best part, its just one slim package for all your skincare needs. You best believe I had no question oh how to use this, and it kept my skin glowing all Fashion Week.
Fragrance and paraben-free, this lightweight cream has a matte after-feel and is infused with specific-for-me boosters like Vitamin B3 and antioxidants.
SHAVE
Did you know that Shisedo made men's grooming products? I recently started using this shave cream and skin soother with my razor and I have been seriously digging it. It is definitely scented (but I am kinda into that for my shaving products right now), and the all grey packaging is definitely my vibe, right?
For me, simple and effective is key, especially when travelling. You'll know I'm a sucker for clean packaging and for some hype factor, but when it comes to my grooming regime, simplicity is key, and I am so happy with my choices for New York Fashion Week.
