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Even though summer doesn’t seem to want to leave us alone, fall is here, and it’s never too late to prepare your closet for chilly mornings and windy nights. We understand what it means to find yourself donning the same outfits each season, so we wanted to share with you 5 ways you can spice up your fall wardrobe for the cooler weather. 

Fall classics for men often remain the same. You know what we mean. Scarves, fedoras, and flannels are always on the top of the list of fashion items to make you feel and look great as the seasons' change. Yet, even with a closet full of fall classics, you may find yourself wanting to add a few new pieces to your wardrobe for a splash of color and a hint of edge. We agree with you. Your wardrobe should include at least 3 seasonal trends each year to pair with your classic essentials.

Remember when pairing your classics and your trends, each classic outfit only deserves one NEW trend to make it POP. For example, if you’re wearing your classic jeans with a crisp white fitted tee-shirt, adding leather bracelets to your outfit can transform your look from basic to badass in a matter of minutes. SHOP OUR LEATHER BRACELETS HERE. 

Here 5 more ways to transform your wardrobe from summer hot to fall handsome. 

1. Add a wooden watch to your business suit. Accessories are a major deal this season. With a great pair of socks, a sleek wooden watch from A Few Wood Men, and a classic tie, your everyday business suit could very well become an everyday fashion statement. 
2. Wear weekend arm candy. Making sure your comfortable and stylish doesn’t end on Friday. Make Saturdays and Sundays count with unique additions to your arm wear. Pair your favorite wooden watch with beaded or leather bracelets to ensure you’re standing out from the crowd. 
3. Take on a new texture. You know we have a thing for wood, so we definitely advise you to add some wood textures to your outfit each day. Whether it’s your wooden watch from A Few Wood Men or a wood-embellished necklace, adding a texture of distinction will change the feel of an already great fall look. 
4. Don a new bag. Over the shoulder bags can truly enhance your wardrobe and serve double duty. Put your traditional computer bag or backpack down for the fall season, and pick up a new over the shoulder sling bag in cognac or black leather. 
5. Try a new hat. Your fedora is fly, but a rancher hat would add flair to your fashion for sure. Pair your new rancher hat with a tee-shirt, ripped jeans, and a Few Wood Men Terrance 2 watch, and your Friday night out at the bar will make them turn their heads. 

Cheers to the new season! 

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Every watch lover, watch collector and or watch newbie wants their wooden watch to highlight their individual style. That individual style includes showcasing the perfect fit!

In this post, we will walk you through 5 Easy Steps of Adjusting Your Wooden Watch so that you have the perfect fit.

Step 1) Remove Your A Few Wood Men Wooden Tool from the A Few Wood Men Wooden Box

The first step in gaining the perfect fit for your wooden watch is to remove your tool from the wooden box. This tool consists of a watch link remover that happens to be a thin needle that allows easy removal access for your wooden links.  The tool should be located under your wooden watch pillow within a plastic bag for handling.

Step 2) Unscrew your A Few Wood Men Tool 

The second step to gaining the perfect fit for your wooden watch is to unscrew the tool that came in your A Few Wood Men wooden box. You will take the tool and unscrew by turning the head in a right circular motion. As you continue to turn, you should see the needle appear. Continue to move in the circular motion until the entire needle is visible.

3) Locate the Links You Want to Have Removed

The third step to gaining the perfect fit for your wooden watch is to locate the watch links that you would like to have removed. On the right or left-hand side and at times both, you will see small holes on the side of your wooden watch. These holes are for your watch adjustment. These holes are utilized so that you can add or remove wooden links based on your personal taste and individual fit. 

4) Insert the Link Remover Tool to Remove Selected Watch Links

The fourth step to gaining the perfect fit for your wooden watch is to remove the watch links necessary for the perfect fit. You will take the tool and insert into the holes on the right-hand side. Tap the head of the link remover for an easy push of the internal watch link. If the link does not come out the first time, a few more taps of the needle should push out the watch link. Be sure that you are careful with the needle at the time of removal, the needle is sharp. 

*We also suggest that you use an item with a flat surface such as a book for added pressure when removing links.

5) Place Links Within Your A Few Wood Men Wooden Box and Enjoy

The fifth and final step to gaining the perfect fit for your wooden watch is to place your removed watch links within your A Few Wood Men Wooden Box and adjust your wooden watch with the metal clasps. Be sure to place your tool remover back within its initial case and enjoy!

Your A Few Wood Men Wooden Watch is now adjusted to fit your personal style and individuality.

The first hour you spend awake will usually decide if today is going to be just another day, or a great day. Most men have a morning routine that they stick to each and every day, but can yours be improved? Getting up on time and utilizing the early hours to prep yourself for a successful 18 hours can truly push your life in the right direction.

Not only will you feel energized, awake and happy at work but you’ll also have a couple of extra hours for fitness, side-projects or anything else that drives your passions. Below are a few tips and ideas to up your morning productivity, including some insights from the experts

Your Morning Routine Starts In The Evening

The truth is, a successful day always begins the night before. Take 20 minutes at the end of each day to plan tomorrow’s clothes, to-do list and set some goals. This will help clear your mind and create a pathway for another successful day! Having three clear goals for the day ahead can also help motivate you to wake up that little bit earlier.

When you wake up, you don’t want to think. You need to be in autopilot - this is the best way to get out of bed on time and get moving.  That means anything you can do the night before to make things easier in the morning will be hugely beneficial.

What Gets You Out Of Bed?

Most of us aren’t blessed with the gift of being an ‘early bird’ making getting out of bed on time a major struggle! It’s hard to escape the warm comfort of your mattress when it’s cold and wet outside. How can you be up on time everyday? You need something that truly drives you.

There are a few products that can help, such as this alarm clock that uses lighting to wake you naturally. While products such as this can be useful for some, most of the time they simply don’t cut it! The real battle is in your mind. That’s what you need to conquer each and every day.

Some tried & tested ways to do this is by setting goals for the next day, getting your morning dose of inspiration (Via YouTube) or setting a morning task that you can look forward to every day. Even if it’s playing your favorite video game for 30 minutes - it’s still better than being asleep!

Morning Fitness

Something people all across the globe use to wake them up is a healthy dose of fitness. This will not only waken and strengthen your muscles for the day, but it will also get your mind active. Lots of people who workout in the morning claim it helps them to think quicker during the day and even be more creative. The benefits to your body are both physical and mental.

You don’t need to wake up at 5am for an intense 2-hour workout that leaves your burned out for the rest of the day. Instead, try a 20-minute run and slowly up your speed and mileage as your body gets stronger. You don’t even need to worry about getting to the gym!

Dress To Impress

It’s always a good idea to have a daily hygiene routine. Something simple like shower, shave, brush, change, breakfast will help ensure you never miss a beat. We believe that having a ready-to-go outfit for the day ahead can be a great way to reduce the need to think as much as possible and set yourself up for the day. (Try one of our stylish wooden watches for the perfect fashion accessory).

You can hang up tomorrow’s clothes in your wardrobe, or leave them in the bathroom so you can get changed straight out of the shower and save some extra time. This way you can look great everyday! Another great way to keep things simple is by using a shaving subscription box. This will make sure you have all the products and razors you need, every single month.

Prepare A Nutritious Breakfast

We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. That means it’s time to stop skipping breakfast because you ‘don’t have enough time’. You need to make time! Also, preparing a protein-rich meal to set you up for the day ahead will always be 100X better than a supermarket cereal box.

Browse some high protein breakfast ideas online and find something that works for you. It only takes 20 minutes to cook up a nutritious meal and if you just try it once, I’m sure you’ll notice the difference in energy-levels.

Morning Routines Of Incredibly Successful People

Steve Jobs used his mornings to contemplate his life at a high-level and evaluate his desires. In a famous speech to a graduating class at Stanford, he said, “For the past 33 years I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself: ‘If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today?’ And whenever the answer has been ‘No’ for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something.” (Source)

Most CEOs like to get out of bed as early as possible (sometimes as early as 4am) and move their business forward as much as possible with every waking hour. David Karp, founder of Tumblr, is an incredibly successful entrepreneur. Interestingly, he makes a point to avoid all emails until 9:30 am. He was quoted in Inc. Magazine, saying; “Reading emails at home never feels good or productive. If something urgently needs my attention, someone will call or text me.”

Jason Vo, founder and publisher of Modern Block, thinks it’s good to spend the morning getting some fresh air. That’s why he rises at 6:30, makes breakfast and walks his dog shortly after. He also spends the morning cleaning and organizing his workspace, to ensure his surroundings are in ‘tip-top condition’. (Source)

Hilary Matheson is a designer, photographer, ultrarunner and frequent traveler. Despite her busy workdays and time spent exploring other regions, she still aims to get 7.5 hours of quality sleep every single day. “When I need to be up earlier, I work backwards with my bedtime so that I consistently keep those seven and a half hours reserved for sleep.” (Source)

So, hopefully, you’ve picked up a couple of tactics for tomorrow morning and you’re ready to attack the day! Have any other useful morning tips? Leave a comment below.

A stylish accessory can help you stand out from the crowd and upgrade your overall style. Why not treat yourself ahead of the new year and order some new fashionable accessories that will add that special something to your look? Below we have outlined 10 accessories that are a must-have for every modern man!

1 - Retro Scarf

Jump into 2018 with a brand new scarf to help accessorise your look and keep you warm for those cold winter months! A fashionable scarf can make or break an outfit, try using neutral colours that fit in with what you’re already wearing. Match a burgundy scarf with a black winter coat for some serious winter style.

2 - Leather Bag

For many of us, our college days are (unfortunately) long behind us. That means, it’s time to upgrade your backpack and invest in a stylish leather bag. This is a fashionable way to keep your everyday items safe - and looking great while doing it! Barrel bags seem to be in-trend at the moment and you can pick up long-lasting barrel bags at very reasonable prices if you avoid the designer brands.

3 - Classic & Elegant Wood-Styled Watch

An elegant watch will make you stand out and show a sense of personality. Try wearing one with your everyday work clothes to add a touch of class to your outfit. Incorporating such a striking and unusual material into your outfit can look brilliant. Browse our stylish and unique wooden watches today. It may even become your signature look!

4 - Stylish Sunglasses

For the summer months, invest in a pair of quality made sunglasses to help protect your eyes and look trendy while doing it! Aviators never seem to go out of style but if you want something special, try finding some shades with tinted glass. With different tints and styles, there is a perfect pair of sunglasses for everyone.

5 - Cufflinks

Want to look smart at work? Complete your outfit with some stylish cufflinks! These accessories come in a variety of designs and colours that can complement just about any shirt. Be different in a subtle way and avoid compromising your professional style with a small addition such as cufflinks.

6 - Classic Belts

Everyone needs a belt from time to time! It’s always beneficial to invest in a good quality leather belt that will handle the wear and tear of everyday life. A classic belt can be brought into an outfit with other accessories such as shoes or ties. Just go for a colour that isn’t too bold, a classic brown will work with just about any outfit.

7 - Long-Lasting Gloves

Gloves are perfect for the colder months and give you an opportunity to change up your winter style. This year, try going for a pair of grey gloves. Grey can look great with the other more neutral wintery colours and it makes for a tasteful change from your everyday black gloves. Whether you like the fleece look or the leather look, gloves are a staple in winter!

8 - Ties

Ties are perfect for that smart look for important occasions. They come in a range of colours so can easily complement your go-to shirt! There are a diverse range of designs including festive ones, interesting patterns or block colours. It’s up to you to pick a toe that matches your outfit and upgrades your look.

9 - Handkerchiefs

Handkerchiefs are a must have when wearing a blazer. Try going for high-contrast or opt for an interesting patterned design instead of the common block colours. Matching a stylish handkerchief with a tie can make for an eye-catching style. It’s another small element that can add up to create a big difference in your style!

10 - Upgrade Your Wallet

Invest in a new wallet for the new year and get a quality material that will stand the test of time - paying a little more will be worth it in the long-run! A wallet isn’t something that everyone you meet will see. That’s why you should use a wallet to create a more personal statement and show your personality through the design.

So, hopefully you have plenty of new accessory ideas to upgrade your style in the new year! Have any questions or any other items that could be added to the list? Let us know in the comments.