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What Man Boobs Can Teach You About Body Confidence

Sometimes we get so wrapped up in women's body issues that we forget men sometimes have it bad, too. So when a guy posted a thread on Reddit about feeling "suicidal" about his...

Decode Your Boyfriend: 23 Things Men Think But Don’t Say

Men are smarter than we think. Men famously keep things to themselves (sometimes it pays to be an introvert) but that still doesn’t stop us from wondering what the hell is actually...

15 Habits Your Man Should Have Before You Marry Him

Men have a checklist of requirements when it comes to finding their ideal wife (there's a shocker). So it's only fitting that we came up with one of our own. Why? Because we shouldn't...

28 Signs You're Addicted To Stalking Your Ex

With the advent of Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, it's pretty easy to keep tabs on the people from our past. But sometimes occasionally checking up on the ex can turn into a...

21 Things We'd Definitely Do If We Were Boys

Beyonce was onto something when she hit number one with her man-shaming hit If I Were A Boy, we mean, the woman is ALWAYS right. We like her thinking and have come up with twenty-one...

Forgetting His Wallet? And Asking To Kiss You? 35 First Date Fails All Women Can Relate To

First dates can be nerve-racking. Heart pounding, palms sweating and a wealth of questions going through your mind. Then he commits one of these date crimes and you've got your...

20 Things Boyfriends Do Unintentionally That Piss Us Off

Our boyfriends mean the world to us, we swear. So it's with absolute love that we share these words: sometimes they can really piss us off! We know it's not always their intention...

25 Reasons Why Being An Alpha Male A**hole Will Get You Nowhere

Alpha Males think treating women like dogs is the only way to get our attention. The funny thing is, they actually believe women can't get enough of them! Us girls would rather a nice...

Protein Shakes And Nandos? 26 Signs He's A Basic B*tch

Yes we enjoy our spiced-pumpkin lattes at Starbucks and unremittingly watch Sex and the City every Sunday night but we’re not the only ones falling victim to basic bullsh*t. Boys...

30 Things Men Wish Women Knew: The Secret of What Men Want - REVEALED

Having trouble relating to your beau? Don’t understand why you're always clashing? Being the opposite sex is complicated enough as it is, but if we made the effort to communicate...

Would You Have Sex With Paul Rudd? 7 Reasons You Really, Really Should

Lets not beat around the bush. Paul Rudd is a total effing babe. Like a fine wine, cheese, or any man with a good bone structure and a beard, getting older has done nothing but...

If Superheroes Were Our Boyfriends: The Honest Truth

Movie superheroes are hot, strong hunks, always ready with a pithy line of dialogue and a concerned girlfriend on their arm. We've got superhero fever right now what with all...

Man Or Boy? Find Out Which One You're Dating

Having perennial issues in your relationship but can't seem to put an end to it? The reason is simple. He may not be ready to become a man. It's amazing that no matter what age...

Why Hugh Jackman Is The Best Man On Earth

We have come to the conclusion that Hugh Jackman, of X Men, Wolverine and Les Miserables fame, is literally the best man in the whole world. All evidence points to it, and here...

How To Tell Your Friend Her Boyfriend is Hitting On You

This is a conversation no one wants to have, but unfortunately, sometimes guys can be dirty dogs, especially the ones you least expect. You've likely spent weeks trying to convince...

All The Things Women Should Never Put Up With In A Relationship

There’s always something our boyfriends do to annoy us. One minute we’re loving and laughing and the next minute we’re packing our stuff. Why? Because there’s some things guys...

25 Annoying Things Men Do In Bed

Men, they watch so much porn they've got to be officially amazing in bed. Watch and learn right? Wrong. The female body is way more complex than just putting the right part in...

'The Sex Was Crap' & Other Things You Should Never Say About Your Ex

We've ALL had at least one terrible, soul-shifting, mind-altering breakup. It sucks. Not only does it suck, it's virtually impossible to piece together logical thoughts directly after...

25 Signs You're Dating A Mummy’s Boy

Going out with a mummy's boy can be tricky. He might spend so much time with her that you wonder who's actually in the relationship. Resent her calls? It can happen, but on the...

15 Reasons To Follow Patrick Stewart On Twitter

Patrick Stewart rules Twitter. End of. From well-timed political satire, a personal insight into the best bromance in the world (Ian McKellen gets a shout out here too), to being...

And the Oscar For Most Handsome Goes To...! Leo, Bradley, and more

On the night of the Oscars, Best Actor and Best Actress will be awarded. In the days following, Best Dressed (and Worst Dressed) lists will pepper the media outlets. But what...

Should we start trying for a baby? 25 signs he's ready to start a family

Is it impossible to go on Facebook without seeing new photos of your girlfriends' beautiful newborns? Does it seem like you’re the only one not having a baby? If you’re all for...

How To Tell If He's About To Propose

As time passes, it’s only natural to wonder whether your man is planning on making you his wifey for lifey. If you feel like your relationship is ready to take on marriage then...

12 reasons why Ryan Gosling should have children (with us)

Rumour has it that Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes have broken up and the cause could be because Ryan Gosling is ready to have lots of little Goslings and Eva Mendes isn't too fussed...

WATCH: David Beckham goes naked in H&M’s Super Bowl Commercial

What happens when David Beckham gets bored at a photo shoot? He locks himself onto a rooftop, zip lines in only his underwear, and has his boxers forcefully ripped from him by...

WATCH: What It Means To Be A Man...You'd Be Surprised

What do you think it means to be a man? All lad lols and football? Wrong. Although it’s undeniable that women have got a pretty raw deal, that's not to say that the fella's don't...

Valentine's Decoded: The 8 Do's And Don'ts Of Seducing Your Man

Contrary to popular belief, Valentine’s Day isn’t only for the ladies. Showing your guy how much you care on this 'special' day is all about celebrating your love and togetherness...

10 Signs You’re Dating A Psychopath

Ever feel as though you’re constantly walking on eggshells in your relationship? Do you have a nagging feeling something isn’t quite right with your boyfriend? It’s true, the...

Male birth control could be the next big contraceptive. Will men get involved?

Rejoice ladies! A new male birth control that will allow you to get off hormone-laden pills and give you and your partner sexual autonomy (without the worry of siring babies)...

WATCH: David Beckham smoulders in biker short film for Belstaff

Oh David Beckham – you are ridiculously hot. And just when we thought we couldn’t fancy you any more than we already do, you don your biker leathers, sit astride your motorbike...

Men need to spend more time together - FACT

Male-bonding time isn’t just enjoyable for guys, a new study shows that it’s actually essential. A leading professor at Oxford University has conducted a whole bunch of research...

His secret online behaviour - revealed!

Do you know what your man gets up to online when you’re not there? Does he look up the latest football fixtures, or is he one of those guys that stalks his ex-girlfriend on Facebook...

David Beckham is back in his boxers for H&M aw13 campaign

David Beckham certainly knows what the people want. And what they want is to unapologetically stare at the buff former footballer in nothing but his pants. This is the 37-year-old’s...

Size matters: Why women like taller men

Women have high standards when it comes to finding a man – quite literally! It’s been discovered that height (followed by grooming and fashion sense) is for women the most important...

Chris Pine interview: Rise Of The Guardians star talks loneliness and being lucky

Chris Pine has firmly established himself as a credible Hollywood actor. Chris Pine interview: Rise Of The Guardians star talks loneliness and being lucky The 32-year-old is perhaps...

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You can upload your own photos or use our very own catwalk virtual model to create a whole new look. Come and play!

Man with a van - why he's the best date

Van drivers are the smartest, sexiest and most successful drivers on the road, a study by the UK’s biggest insurer has shown. Of course, we don't date guys according to their...

Bvlgari launch new male fragrance

BVLGARI MAN Bvlgari have launched a brand new fragrance for their men’s range. BVLGARI MAN is (at least according to Bvlgari! We're yet to have a sniff): a luminous and sensual...

Sean Jean I Am King Christmas Gift Set

Sean Jean, I Am King Holiday Gift Set, £36.21, available nationwide. According to the fragrance literature, wearing I AM KING empowers men with confidence to live their...

David Bowie Space Oddity 40th anniversary edition

While Neil Armstrong was leaping about on the Moon in 1969, David Bowie was singing about the launch of Major Tom, a fictional astronaut. Celebrate the 40th anniversary of this...

Splat Stan cup-holder

Splat Stan Coaster, £7.50, Suck UK A brilliant gift for that office-based 'under-a-tenner' Secret Santa. Splat stan will protect your desk from stains and spillage. If you...

AC/DC Backtracks box set

If he's a hard rock fan, treat him to a limited edition collection from the ultimate hard rock band: AC/DC. The box set contains three CDs, two DVDs, an LP of rare tracks, a coffee...

Porsche Design carbon fibre "shake" pen

This truly magical pen is THE pen to buy him for Christmas! Thoughtfully designed by Porsche, the pen has an innovative shake mechanism which means it's ready to use with a flick...

Nickel Spa for Men gift set

For a relaxed and radiant-looking man, treat him to this gift set by men's spa and skincare brand Nickel. The set contains a scented candle to put him in a relaxed mood; a moisturiser...

Gorillatorch: a bright idea

Finding an original gift for your nearest and dearest each year isn't always obvious but wait, we might have the solution: the Gorillatorch, a torch with a difference! This little...

Paul Smith Man: a fragrance with character

This strong and masculine scent blends together iris, anise, patchouli and bergamot, and embodies the essence of British elegance and sophistication. The bottle is both manly...

Jude Law for Dior Homme Intense - see the making of the ad

After Dior Homme Sport, one of cinema's cutest faces now lends himself to Dior Homme Intense. This new elegant and sensual fragrance is centered around notes of iris, while its...

Make a statement with slogan T-shirts

These brilliant slogan tees will brighten up everyone's day and they make great gifts. Music fans can pay homage to classic groups and musicians ("Ziggy & Spider & Glam & Stardust...

Paul Smith's new MAN fragrance

Paul Smith’s new fragrance, MAN, embodies British elegance, sophistication and quirkiness. The scent marries fresh top notes of bergamot and anise with a spicy accord and...

Kylie launches men's fragrance

Kylie Minogue is set to launch her first fragrance for men next month. Inspired by men, Inverse for Men is a fresh oriental scent featuring top notes of lavender, mixed with patchouli...

Samsonite partners with McLaren to launch luggage range

Samsonite and McLaren have combined forces to produce a range of luxury luggage: the McLaren Sport Samsonite Black Label collection. Through its partnership with McLaren, Samsonite...

Design Classic: The Loafer

Footwear is not all about fads, some classic styles seem to defy fashion trends and become wardrobe staples. The loafer is just such a shoe - invest in a pair and you will be...

Pop-up spa for men on Park Lane

New natural grooming range OSMIUM is running a pop-up spa on Park Lane in London until 2nd August to give stressed-out workers a bit of pampering. The first 10 to sign up will...

Peter Andre to front Christian Audigier's Ed Hardy label

Peter Andre has signed a deal with Christian Audigier to be the new face of the French designer's fashion label Ed Hardy. The singer went on Chris Moyles' Radio One show to talk...

New power razor from Gillette

Gillette's latest razor has five blades and a battery-powered system for comfort and precision. The razor emits gentle micro-pulsions, stimulating the hairs so that not a single...

Men's Swimwear

A big highlight of summer holiday is swimming in the sea or cooling off at the pool. Stay on-trend with a flattering pair of swim shorts or trunks. Opt for classic black with...

Summer cover-ups

Here are some options for that extra layer needed when the sun goes down. Go for a classic harrington-look jacket in khaki (although you could opt for an authentic Baracuta version...

Modern man bags

A stiff briefcase is not an acceptable mode of transport for work documents and files! Place important items in a glossy leather tote by D&G, a utilitarian canvas despatch...

On-trend timepieces

Fashion meets function with this season’s set of eye-catchingly bright timepieces. Flaunt your style with a multicoloured watch by Dolce & Gabbana, turn heads with green...

Rejuvenating body washes

Kick start your day with a rejuvenating body wash. Cleanse with Molton Brown’s Black Pepper Oil Body Suds, exfoliate with Truefitt & Hills' Invigorating Bath and Shower...