With the holidays right around the corner, you may be wondering how best to pack your I DEUX if needing to travel for the festivities. Even if you’re a t-shirt and jeans kind of guy, you should always have at least one shirt with a collar in your packing list. So instead of packing a heavy travel iron, or never hearing the end of it from grandma that you look like a slob, this article will show you how to pack your I DEUX (or any dress shirt) without wrinkling it. Get ready to look sharp as hell, you trendy nomad, you. Packing a dress shirt is about to get a lot easier.

1. Button the shirt up to the top button. This will ensure a tight, wrinkle-free fold.
2. Lay it facedown on a flat, hard surface.
3. Spread it out, sleeves to the side.
4. Fold sleeves inward to the middle of the back (horizontal fold). The cuffs should cross over the middle of the back; repeat on the other side.
5. PRO TIP: If you want to keep your dress shirt extra wrinkle free, put a dryer sheet here; it provides “interstitial suspension” so the fabric won’t bunch up once you finish folding it (yeah, physics is involved) also, it makes your bag smell great!
6. Fold in each side about 3 inches towards the middle of the shirt; if you’re doing it right, you’ll have a little “V” pattern at the top of the back of your shirt.
7. Fold in half, from the bottom up once. Fold in half again for a tighter fold (or if you really need the space).
8. Flip folded shirt over and pack.
9. Celebrate!

And that's it! Happy holidays and safe travels from all of us at I DEUX!

It's hard to believe that Thanksgiving has already come and gone and December is in full swing. It's officially time for Christmas music, twinkling lights, ugly sweaters and our favorite- holiday parties! When it comes to dressing up and standing out this holiday season we have a couple suggestions for varying scenarios!

The Office Party

For this look you definitely want to add some sense of formality; after all, it is a "business" party. Go for a classic white shirt but stand out with one of our jacquard prints paired with well-tailored suit pants. Then, give it a modern twist by adding some of those heavier, "holiday suggesting" textures in your tie and/or overcoat!

The Casual Get-Together

The best part about this time of year and especially the weather is that it allows for layering. For a casual party with family and friends opt for some kind of collared shirt and sweater combination that way if it’s cold you have the sweater to cover up and if it gets a little warm you can always take it off. Play with colors which draw from the holiday color palette without directly referencing any imagery. Reds, greens, deep shades of burgundy (hint our Burgundy Paisley print), etc. all work well together and bring to mind the warm feel of the season.

The Ugly Sweater Party

When attending an ugly sweater party, be sure to wear a sweater that means something to you, so if someone asks, you can explain it (ie as a child of the 90s a Fresh Prince themed sweater is straight nostalgia). For the rest of the outfit, don’t be afraid to go all out–greens and reds. Underneath we recommend a shirt and tie should the party progress to a new location that doesn't appreciate your ugly sweater look quite the same way. Have your second "wow" look ready with a shirt from our new fall/winter collection.

 

As we begin to head into the holiday season, we at I DEUX are taking the time to count our blessings and be thankful! As a company who prides itself on making men feel special and stand out, we thought what better way to take that mission to the next level than by supporting Movember! The event happens annually and involves the growing of mustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men's health issues, such as anxiety, prostate and testicular cancer and men's suicide. When it comes to their health, too many men don’t talk, don’t take action, and die too young. This holiday season I DEUX is committed to helping  men live happier, healthier, longer lives by donating 10% of proceeds from now until the end of the year. Gear up for your wedding and treat yourself to I DEUX this holiday season to simultaneously help change the face of men’s health.

This past weekend we attended our second wedding fair at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa in beautiful wine country. In comparison to our last fair this one was much more intimate which allowed for some really nice connections with future I DEUX grooms.

 

Naturally no wedding fair is complete without a giveaway- so we gave attendees the chance to sign up to win a $500 gift certificate. We're happy to announce that the winner of that giveaway is...

 

Rianna (Bride) & Elvis (Groom)

 

Congratulations you two! Your June 2020 wedding just got that much cooler! Cant wait to create your look Elvis!

Are you in the process of planning your dream wedding? Are you located in the Bay Area? Come visit us this Sunday, November 10th for the Sonoma Wedding Expo from 2-5 PM. I DEUX will be surrounded by other top-notch wedding professionals and you will be able to compete for many prizes, giveaways and a show wide grand prize! The show is located at the beautiful Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa- snag tickets for the event HERE! We can't wait to meet you!

Gone are the days of misfit suit rentals and only making a statement with your socks. Choosing an I DEUX custom men's shirt for your wedding allows you to upgrade the traditional custom fit dress shirt with patterned sleeves and back - giving you and your groomsmen an additional look and vibe when the suit jacket comes off and the fun begins! You may also match the same pattern with accessories like a tie, bow tie and/or pocket square for a complete, perfectly coordinated look. Be something more than the ordinary for your special day. Say I do with I DEUX!

It's likely you've been in a wedding before where the groom is requiring you to spend a lot of money on a new suit to be a groomsman. And even worse if that suit happens to be a color you'll likely never wear again! Do your groomsmen a favor and unite your wedding party with I DEUX. The look is unique, guaranteed to stand out, a fun new addition to their wardrobe and a far lesser price point than a new suit! The series Joe and Buzz perfectly outlined the groomsmen struggle in the hilarious short below.

 

Not only are we giving you the opportunity to transform from traditional groom to center of attention with our shirts, we’re also maximizing your number of looks with our reversible accessories! Below we’ve outlined our top reasons to consider going reversible for your big day.

1. Traveling Light- If your wedding is not taking place where you currently live, the idea of lugging around anything extra sounds like the furthest thing from an ideal wedding weekend. With reversible accessories you can create the same number of looks and take up 1/2 the space in your luggage.

2. The Quick Change- You’re already being pulled in a million directions on your wedding day. Don’t waste more time by doing a full change, just flip your accessories and you have a whole new vibe.

3. Avoid Wearing The Same Accessories As Your Guests- There's nothing worse than being “the man of the hour” and looking out on a crowd of guests wearing the same shirt, accessories, suit, etc. as you. By choosing our custom reversible accessories you’re guaranteed to stand out and have a unique look that is all your own.

4. Fashion Envy- Of course you’ll be getting tons of compliments and envious glances from your friends and family who haven’t been introduced to the wonderful world of multi-functional luxury. They’ll be wondering how you continuously manage to buy knock-out fashion items, without even realizing it’s the same piece.

5. Eco-Friendly- Buying one piece that can be worn in lots of different ways is also great for the environment! The Environmental Justice Foundation cited that it takes 2,700 liters of water to make just one t-shirt. That’s a lot of water! So why not help save the planet by starting with our reversible accessories?

6. Best Value- It goes without saying, but having one item that completely transforms into a second look provides great value. Due to the nature of reversible accessories (they need to be able to be worn inside out) they are made with the highest quality materials. So you can be sure that you are getting the best quality, functionality and value for your money.

Convinced? Start building your I DEUX here and choose a reversible accessory option to complete your look!

We were recently asked in an interview to “describe the I DEUX guy” and it really got us thinking. Who is an I DEUX groom? What does he want? What does he value? Of course no two clients are alike but here are our thoughts on the qualities they possess that make them similar.

1) The I DEUX groom is unique, confident and modern.

2) He's a leader not a follower and that makes him unafraid to be bold, make a statement and set the trend.

3) He appreciates quality and fit and is underwhelmed by the choices traditional men's wedding attire has presented in the past.

4) Lastly, and possibly most importantly, our clients are worldly, hailing from numerous countries and each desiring for something a little different than the next.

Because we are creating a truly custom fit and look, our I DEUX grooms come in many shapes and sizes, giving us the opportunity to celebrate a spectrum of masculinity across age, outlook, identity, race and body type. Our clients inspire us and we hope that our elevated level of selection, quality and service in turn inspires them to break free of the “one-size-fits-all” mold. Be a role model— become an I DEUX groom today!