Socks with sandals, wraparound sunglasses, tank tops- do I need to say more? Out with the spring, and in with the summer- tis the season for fashion errors, or what I call sins! Summer not only brings in more skin and heat, but also unleashes fashion’s ugliest ensembles. Perhaps there’s something about the heat that makes most of you guys fall into a fashion comatose of abandoning any sensibility that you would normally exercise during the rest of the year. Maybe it’s the season slowness of just chillaxing with your buddies, family, or girlfriends that gives you permission to take a vacation from discriminating taste. Either way summer has a set of style mistakes all on it's own. These are the seven deadly style sins of men’s summer fashion, and lucky for you, I am here to save you with my style secrets!
SIN #1 SOCKS & SHOES
Any other time of the year, please keep your feet bundled, but summer calls for no socks at all, especially with the footwear of the season- sandals.
STYLE SECRET: Ditch any heavy-duty socks and if you need to wear socks with non-sandal shoes, go for no show socks or shoe liners.
SIN #2 CARGO SHORTS
Is it 1997? Are you painting your house? If you answered no to both these questions, then do not go out of your house I repeat wearing these. These shorts were in two decades ago, but time after time, from parks to the streets you can find many men sporting these throughout the summer.
STYLE SECRET: Try a slimmer silhouette cut short without bulky pockets. The key to finding a great pair of men's shorts is finding ones that don’t stray away from a straight line running from hip to hem. And speaking of hems they should end an inch or two above the knee.
SIN #3 STRONG COLOGNE
If you don’t want to be the poster boy for Axe Products, then please ditch your heavy winter cologne. Summer weather dictates a lighter approach to your signature scent. For these months you need to invest in summer scents. STYLE SECRET: Switch to something light and clean. Look for scents with citrus notes or floral notes they tend to go better with the heat and humidity as well as your natural body odor.
SIN #4 FLIP-FLOPS
I know you guys are going to hate me for this one, but I had to bring it your attention, your beloved flip-flops. Keep in mind there is a time and place for everything, especially when it comes to wearing your flip-flops. Flip-flops are reserved for two places only: barbeque type events, and every spot connected to the word beach. Any other place of business like going to a restaurant, the office, clubs, and other business establishments don’t allow flip-flops, so choose a sandal instead.
STYLE SECRET: Rather than resorting for a flip-flop to run your casual errands during those hot summer days choose sandals that are light and will make your foot breath.
SIN #5 TANK TOPS
Gone are the days of MTV’s Jersey Shore, however if you want relive those episodes of Pauly D and the guys getting ridiculed then do so this summer by wearing a tank top! On the flip side, tank tops should be worn as an undershirt only, or if your at the gym for working out purposes. So the big question remains, "What are you supposed to wear in the sweltering summer?"
STYLE SECRET: Try a light colored V-neck t-shirt or polo shirt instead. Look for lightweight fabrics like cotton or linen which allow for more room to breathe.
SIN #6 WRAPAROUND SHADES
Summer fashion would not be complete without a perfect pair of sunnies! But that doesn’t mean you have to wear terminator type wrap around shades as your “go to.” Yes, I completely agree that sport inspired glasses are great for outdoor sports, but when it comes to fashion everything else requires style like an aviator, wayfarer, round or other fashion forward eye frames.
STYLE SECRET: It’s best to be prepared with what styles you are interested in. Doing your research on the internet and going window shopping prior to purchasing will make the process a bit easier. I recommend going to at least 3 different stores and trying on as many styles as possible to get an idea of what looks best on your face. Although it may be frustrating initially to try on so many pairs, it’s an amazing feeling when you find the-one to have fun in the sun!
SIN #7 BOARD SHORTS
Move over oh so cool Mr. Board Short! It’s time to pull all those board shorts from your closet to give to charity. This is perhaps the summer’s most common fashion mistake made among men. The typical board short dips below the knee and is baggy, and in worst cases is so shapeless the lines merge into what appears to look like a mono-legged swimming skirt. So you’re probably thinking what other options do I have? And no I’m not telling you to wear a Speedo…that is joke waiting to happen, unless your Olympic swimmer! It’s called finding the right pair of swim trunks.
STYLE SECRET: For even the most body-conscious men there are more grown-up and flattering options for men’s swimwear. Remember, when looking for men’s swimwear they should fit like a great pair of everyday shorts. Go for slim ones that sit just under the waist with an inch or two above the knee work best for every beach guy this summer!
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