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For a man, the ring you wear sends a message about who you are and can often symbolize social status, wealth, and association. A ring speaks out even before you do and it can say you are not available, you are a war veteran, you are an upcoming fashion mogul, you are a high value man with tremendous wealth, or even showcase your dedication and support to your fraternal brotherhood.

You want to show him you appreciate him and he’s super special to you but choosing a special gift for him is going to be another exhaustive and mind-boggling affair-unless you have the perfect cheat sheet for the best romantic gifts for men as advised by men themselves.

Need to figure out how to make a great impression for a special someone? Check out our guide on how to buy gifts for men for any occasion.

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It's no secret that running a business can be hard...very hard. 

But the truth is, everything that we want in most cases is hard, takes time, and most importantly takes a ton of preparation...what we get easy usually doesn't last long. 

With that being said, I wanted to provide an update on What's Been Going On With A Few Wood Men. A Few Wood Men is a premium wooden watch collection with the sole purpose of providing a sounding board for black men through fashion, community, and representation. Our wooden watches and accessories are the perfect gifts for men that work hard and play later. 

In the last few months we have been able to make a few strides that have proven to us that our business is worth the effort. Here are details below:

1) On October 18th-19th we were able to participate in the Black Men's summit that took place in Chicago, Illinois. We were able to provide our wooden watch products to black men looking to expand their timepiece collection and expand their journey with personal development. 

2) In October of 2019, we were able to partner with an Installment Plan company, AfterPay, which will allow A Few Wood Men watch collectors to take part in installment plan payments for their wooden watches. This will allow A Few Wood Men watch collectors to make 4 Easy Interest Free Payments with little to no hassle. This allows for our customers to shop today and pay later! 

3) In October 2019, we also were able to partner with a local concierge company, Attyre, that provides same day delivery service to Atlanta residents. This allows our A Few Wood Men watch collectors to purchase their favorite watch and receive delivery within a few hours! It doesn't get better than that!

4) We were also featured in the Nashville edition of the Huami's digital magazine. (Pronounced Who Am I?) This allowed us to showcase our A Few Wood Men Wooden Watch timepieces as well as give more details about Who I Am as a business owner and entrepreneur.

5) Last but not least, we were selected to participate in the Village Market's Black Friday Fest! The Village Market has been crucial to A Few Wood Men's development as we had to start completely over when we relocated from Nashville, Tennessee to Atlanta, Georgia. The Village Market's Black Friday Fest will not be like any other event put on before and will be a 2 Day Event! It's probably one of the most anticipated events going on in Atlanta and we are excited to provide our wooden watches for men as the perfect gifts for this holiday season!

 

 

I hope this wasn't too lengthy and provided just enough information of what we are doing here at A Few Wood Men! 

 

-Shanayla Sweat, AFWM Creator

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.