There are quite a lot of trends that are out there right now. Most of them look amazing and I make sure I incorporate them in every single one of my outfits. But, truth be told, there are plenty of other ways to look stylish which most magazines and websites seem to ignore.
Ever heard of microchecks? I bet you didn’t so I’m willing to make a bet with you:
I bet that, by the end of this article, you’ll decide to incorporate them in your outfit.
OK, let me make my case, your honor.:)
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One of the never ending quests here at Be Stylish is finding that little style item that makes all the difference. Most of the times, that item is a small accessory that brings a drop of color in an otherwise dull outfit. But what kind of accessory can make us men stand out in a subtle way?
You can try a scarf, you can try a pendant or a leather bracelet. But the manliest men’s accessory of all that I recommend you try is, of course, the watch.
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photo: poshbeauty.com
Men style is so big that most guys shrug their shoulders when you tell them that shorts can be part of a preppy look. The first image that comes to their mind is Huckleberry Finn on his Mississippi’s raft ride and that’s enough to put a smile on their face. I’m here to tell you otherwise.
The right kind of shorts can draw a lot of attention to you (especially from girls) if you make sure you match them to your outfit. But how do you do that? I’m going to give you five ways to wear your shorts that will give you a style boost – guaranteed.
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Sure, this looks is simple. But, sometimes, it’s the simple outfits that attract the eye the most. Peter is wearing a pair of white linen pants, a rolled-up linen white shirt and a pair of brown flip-flops.
Can it get more simple than that?
Before you close this page, I have one important question for you: have you thought about what clothes to wear this summer?
If you’re a real gentleman, you should have a pretty good idea of what clothes to wear (think boat shoes, espadrilles, shorts, rolled up khakis, short sleeved shirts, rolled up long sleeved shirts etc. etc.). Peter gave you just a few ideas, but there are plenty more options.
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Summer is almost here and temperatures are constantly over 70 degrees F (20 degrees C). Because we have weddings and other formal events, the question on everyone’s mind is: how do we dress stylishly and keeping it cool at the same time?
I’m going to talk about the shirt exclusively, because it’s the first option you should consider when dressing casual (t-shirts go well too but let’s leave this discussion for another time. Shirts are of course the ONLY option when you’re invited or hosting a formal event.
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Last night I returned from my first mini-summer vacation this year. I went to a nearby resort to enjoy the wonderful thermal waters there and get some tan. After the first day, when we were all getting ready to go home because our skin just couldn’t bear anymore sun, I finally did it:
… I rolled up my khakis!
I’ve never done this before but, seeing other guys doing it, I just had to give it a try.
Picture this: a black and white striped polo shirt, a pair of khakis from Zara and a pair of blue and white boat shoes. I was a sailor all right.
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Clothing is an industry. There are literally thousands of clothing and accessories stores that are competing for our attention. Some of them are expensive and some of them are not (I discussed 10 great brands here so I won’t cover it here again) but there are others who aren’t so.. reputable.
Counterfeit clothes and accessories look just like the originals at an unbeatable price. Some of them are so good that even an expert can’t tell the difference between an original and a fake watch.
Some manufacturers got as far as using the exact same materials that the original brands are made of. Amazing, right?
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Knowing what to wear for any occasion can be tough. Having the right clothes for each occasion is even tougher. If you’re the type of person who DOES care about his personal image and wants to stand out in a social gathering… good news:
I’m going to give you step-by-step instructions on how to dress to impress. I don’t know you and I don’t know your lifestyle but I’ll do my best to cover everything.
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photo: Jean Pierre B from http://jeanpierreb.blogspot.com/
Ever wondered how to pull off a military jacket? Jean Pierre is here to tell us this is an art, but one that you can learn quickly and easily.
The breakdown:
- simple white t-shirt
- simple grey jeans
- white plimsoll shoes
- grey military jacket
- grey men’s bag
- dark grey scarf
- several pendants, one from steel, one representing a black cross
While it looks complicated, I assure you that, once deconstructed, this outfit is a piece of cake.
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photo: http://blog.leffot.com/
We all know that shoes make the man. We discussed shoes in some pretty in-depth articles in the past and we know they’re crucial to any outfit.
But what most men don’t know is that there are a few types of shoes that are out there. They’re entire purpose is to stand out on their own through unusual decorations and colors. Best part: there’s nothing weird or funny about them. They will make you look like a man… a man who knows what he wants.
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