Preppy Look

The preppy look for guys is back! It's been spotted around more than once around in my area. Not only because it's golf season but because it looks good. Wheater it's a polo shirt or a button down shirt it looks good. Most guys wear it with the casual sorts in the summer or with some dress pants and even casual pants they could roll up a bit. Also the shoes are quite the important factor in all of this. From lacoste, uggs and just plain out dress shoes it all goes well with these outfits. I found out 8 good tips for a guy on how to be preppy, here it is:

1. Wear respeectable name clothes such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Brooks Brothers, Lacoste, The North Face, American Eagle and more.
2. Look at Rugby shirts with chinos light colors and shirts that make you look preppy.
3. Shop for Clothes that come in classic colors, although this is by no means a definitive list: pink, sky blue, navy blue, lime green, Nantucket red, or yellow. Looking at some clothing from the brands above will probably give you a good idea. Buy clothes that have colors that match well and look good on you. For example, a redhead will look better with green than pink or lavender unless he has blue eyes.
4. Develop a comfortable but clean look. Find classic looking belts, preferably tan/light brown. Make sure the belt is leather if it is a dress belt, and canvas with leather tips if it is for casual occasions. Make sure it is not covered in little taggy bits or studs etc
5. Wear leather moccasins, and boat shoes (top-siders) or leather flip flops in the summer. Wearing a pair of top-siders without socks is classic preppy.
6. Keep simple hair. A common preppy hairstyle is the shaggy look or the fluffy look, or hair just parted on the side and short. Lately, many preppy guys are going away from the long hair styles and back to traditional shorter hairstyles. Think the 1940s and 1950s crop top and crew cut.Keep your lips moisturized. Chapped, cracked lips are unsightly. No unnatural hair color or shaved hair. If it is shaved, have it shaved modesty. Keep your hair looking natural! Hair gel is all right if it is done modestly, but don't overdo it.
7. Look healthy. Get toned and take in some sun color just don't over do it. Don't burn your skin! Use sunscreen. Don't use tanning beds either. Drink lots of water, take vitamins and eat lean protein. Take excellent care of your skin (use lotion), teeth, hair and nails.
8. Read Etiquette books. Don't laugh! Good manners is not just for girls or older men. It shows people you have had a good upbringing. Use basic politeness such as please, thank you and excuse me. Be considerate and hold doors for people. Don't wear a hat indoors. Keep your cell phone in check and put it on vibrate when you go to a public place. Never use slang or talk back or roll your eyes.

Well that's it for this entry. T'ill next time my fashionists!!

-The Bees Knees

Prom

At this time of year is when lives of a 11th grader become stressful. Why? One word Prom. Girl or guy you are stressed. From getting asked all the way to picking out your shoes. May have already had their prom but mine is coming up in a few weeks. I beleive that just about everyone has gotten their main parts of their prom outfit. Either there dress or tux. But many haven't gotten the litte accessories, bow tie/tie, corsage, made a hair appointment or even bought or have shoes for the occasion. Everything most likely needs to match. you don't want a yellow dress then you have highlighter green shoes with it. It wouldn't make sense and you'd look like a complete fool. Nobody wants to look like a fool on their prom day. It's one of the most memorable moments that nobody forgets. You need to come in with a BOOM and leave with a BANG. Luckily I have my prom dress and shoes but I do not know what accessories to put with it but I'll figure that out soon enough though. I'm also very late on my hair appointment, not only for prom but for convication. I need to get on that or else I'll be a hot mess. I'm looking forward for my prom with a date or not. I hope that all you guys are as well. I'll update my blog with a picture of my dress soon enough. T'ill next time readers and bloggers. Also if you have any suggestions on any fashion topics don't be shy to leave me a message. I don't bite. ;)

-The Bees Knees

An Original De Angelis

This was created by a 19 year old fashion designer in college studying fashion. I don't know what inspired her but I find this is a good creation for her first year. It has colour and it's not to scandulous. I like how the blue comees out on the side in the front of the dress also the neck lining isn't to high nor to low. This would be a perfect party dress and maybe a good cocktail dress depending on how you accessories it. In this photo it's only showing off the dress in different angles she isn't necessarily advertissing it.To think she made this out of material that was around the house. It's quite incredible on what you could do with dedication and devotion. This girl also made a pair of shorts I'll be talking about next blog entry that also look fabulous for summer. This girl is actually my sister and she has terrific style with an open mind I know she is going to go far as well. I wouldn't be surprised if she started her own line in the future. Anyways t'ill next time my fashion readers!

-The Bees Knees

 

Fashion Don't

A fashion crime that that started in the 70’s and will not die…  A scourge on the necks of middle-aged men the world over…  A blight on Casual Fridays all over the land…  Behold, the open collar with a gold chain.

What the wearer thinks of as a look that says “breezy, sexy, casual and cool guy” is actually a display that makes anybody under 35 think “greasy lecherous uncle”.

ps.  Just because you’re wearing that chain with a 10 karat gold charm that says #1 DAD doesn’t mean we want to see it.  Keep it buttoned up, pops.

Fashion Don't

Dear Pants Tucked Into Boots,

Listen, it’s not you, it’s me.  Maybe we can be friends?

It’s you.  You’re ugly. Please go away.

True Story

It speaks for itself. 

Fashion Don't

I see this on the runway and I want to get it... NOO, I see this on the runway and I want to runaway from it!

The Litte Blue Dress

This is the cute little blue dress my friend wore a few weeks ago. It's perfect for the type of weather we had last week. She had a cardigan over it for school reasons but even the cardigan she had on compliment the dress and how she styled it. She didn't even need to wear flat, high heels or boots with the dress she kept it simple with a nice simple shoe. It compliments from everyone even the Vice Principal at our school. The pattern and material wasn't heavy either it was nice and flowy. It's one of those perfect summer dress that no matter what you do with it you can't go wrong. Unless you decide to cut holes in it which I strongly advice not to. That would DEFINITELY ruin to look and the concept of the little blue dress which is cute and fashionable. The best part of this dress is that you don't even show to much skin but just enough. The neck line doesn't go into a V-cut but it kind of huge the neck. You wouldnt put a necklace on with it because it would be to much. The neck line alone is just fine. This is actually spose to be my entry number 3 from a few weeks ago. It I got a little busy. I hope you enjoyed my review on the little blue dress.


                                   -The Bees Knees :)

Vans

Sorry for the delay on the post. Hope everyone had a good Easter Holiday and had lots of chocolate.

 

These are Authentic Vans. They are very popular for girls and boys of our era. Not on the skater type of people but just about everyone from Montreal to Los Angeles. They're comfy stylish and affordable. Unlike logos such as Nike, Puma and Adidas the price for a shoe like this is 45-60$. They come in different colors so if you don't like the black shoes with white laces don't worry it's not the only color it comes in. Even different laces color. The store Vans was created in the year 1966 by the Van Doren brothers. 46years later there store is still open and more popular than ever. The Authentic Van shoes were the first ones they made and also on their first day of opening the sold 12 of those shoes. It's quite the durable shoe. I'll see people around who still wear their pair of Vans from a few years back. If you don't know what the shoes look like there's a photo for you guys on top. Well I'm going to get my dance on with my Vans on.

-The Bees Knees

Fashion Couple

Notice how Scott's shoes matches Kourtney's skirt? How cute.

Vans Off The Wall

French Braids

                              

One very important essential to a girl is her hair. You don't want to touch the master piece on their head. This hair style shown in the pictures above is a french braid. Never out of style. Instead of just having a boring ponytail thats braided this starts from the top of the hair. You can also just french braid your bangs as the picture on the left shows. It isn't as easy as just doing a normal braid since you need to start from the top and keep adding hair from the sides while you go. But if you watch sports you can see some female athletes braid there hair this way. It takes away all the from you face and helps keeep your eye on the ball. I've seen many young girl rugby players french braid either all there hair or their bangs on game day. It's not only for sport players but it's also those summer days you want to tie up your hair in a nice way. For example you could wear a dress and french braid your hair to complete your cute outfit. You can't seem to go wrong with a french braid but it is quite complicated to do. Here is a very detailed video you can watch if you'd like to french braid your friends hair.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6M7WzzYPWI

Hope this inspires you to try this on your hair or friends hair.

Muscle Shirts

Now that it's getting warmer outside boys are hitting the gym and buying muscle shirts to show everyone what they're working with. They are also known as wife beaters but I believe the term muscle shirt is better since it does show off your arm muscles. Muscle shirts are shirts without sleeves as I'm sure you would know. The most common color you'll see is white but their are several different types of colors and designs for them. From ages 5 and up you'll see guys wearing there muscle shirts on warm days such as today and this past week. It's worn with with just about any type of bottoms such as shorts, jeans, dress pants and also sweat pants. Large or skinny guys wear it. It looks good and gives them that summer look. Even if you don't work out at the gym get yourself a muscle shirt for summer you won't regret it!

SUNGLASSES

The sun has come out and so have the sunglasses. Not only celebrities are wearing there glasses out but everyone is. The first week of spring brings out the Ray Bans, Aviators, Chanel and much more from everyone. They are stylish,simple and fun to wear especially in warm and sunny weather. You could never go wrong with wearing them and it also protects your eyes from the sun. They are sold everywhere so get yours now!