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