JUNE | 2019 | STYLE
PICTURE PERFECT STYLE
Hey, Beauxs! The temperatures are rising and the time to be seen is now! Social media has taken the fashion world by storm as it gives us all the chance to not only show off our latest fashion finds! Whether you’re posing and posting on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest, your goal is going to be to draw as many eyes as possible. Since we’re unveiling our second annual Social Media issue, we thought this month would be the perfect time to give you all some style suggestions to ensure that your style can be seen!
BLOOD RED TREADS
We’re not going to name names, but one of our writers has declared war on the red sneaker. Why? Well, according to him they’re “thot shoes”. He takes this very seriously. Very. “Every guy you see in a pair of those red shoes is a hoe!” We’ll let him have that because we don’t have time to sit up here and argue with his flat-ass face. He put it on his momma, so there’s that….Anyway, red sneakers are an essential summer mood. Whether your goal is to kick it with a classic sneaker, execute a more refined look, or achieve a high end look, nothing will make it pop better than red. Red is associated with energy, strength and passion, so why not stand up in it?
This month’s shoe pick is the red Puma CELL. Its disruptive design and signature CELL cushioning technology at the midsole is going to give you some of THE best support. The devil is definitely in the details here with its mesh upper and leather and suede overlays. This shoe is going to be for the retro Beaux as its chunky design offers a 90’s welcoming throwback feel! These shoes are durable, and while their style is probably something that only those of us of a particular age will enjoy, rest assured that you won’t be wearing these babies out anytime soon. While The Puma Cell is known to fit true to size, it does run wide, so keep that in mind before picking up this pick.
Despite the fact that its advertised as a running shoe, you can bend the rules and utilize it however you’d like. The biggest perk to wearing a blood red tread is that it breaks all of the rules. Sure a white or multicolored kick can do the trick, but they don’t command as much attention as a red sneaker will! Remember, the goal this summer is to be seen! And speaking of being seen, consider pairing these with colors that won’t drown them out. Regardless of the brand you choose, the red shoe is going to be the anchor of whatever look you’re trying to pull off. White pants or denims pair well with a red sneaker, and ensure that they’re the first thing people see on you.
SUMMER SINNIN’ IN DENIM
Okay, so yeah there are going to be some extremely hot days this summer. So you’re probably wondering why the hell we’d include something as hot as denim. First of all : air conditioning. The thought of wearing denim in the heat of summer might blow your mind, but chill out. You’re not completely wrong to have reservations about it, but you might be a few inches away from being right. A denim jacket will do you well this summer if you style it right, and we’ve got just the suggestion for you!
Enter Forever 21’s Distressed Denim Jacket. It features distressed accents, two functional button chest flap pockets, long buttoned sleeves, a basic collar and slanted welt pockets. This piece is 100% percent cotton, so rest assured this baby breathes! Its sexy, functional, and is perfect for any occasion. This particular jacket retails for under $40.00 and is easy to maintain.
You can casually pair your denim jacket with a pair of chinos when you’re in a rush but need to look good, and dress it down with a white top or solid colored top and a pair of white low top sneakers. You can also consider marrying your denim jacket to a pair of cargo pants, but don’t do too much because…well, summer. Effect a look that’s both casual and sharp by combining a blue denim jacket with a pair of black jeans or with an olive colored bottom. No matter how you style it, a denim jacket will prove to be a great option to have at your disposal because its versatile- and we know how many of you like things (and men) that are versatile!
NICELY IN A WHITE TEE
White Tee’s provide a classic come through when you’re in a rush. They’re simple enough to make you look good and easy enough for you not to muck it up. That’s probably why its they’re such a classic. They can be worn under an open casual shirt and pair well, when appropriately styled, with just about anything. Outside of them being easy, they’re great at showcasing the work we’ve done to our upper bodies at the gym and generally only require a quick but effective conversation with an iron. The most important thing to remember when using the white tee as more than an undershirt is that it has a huge influence on your outfit's comfort and fit, and if its not worn right it can make you look like a slob.
No matter how easy the white tee is, there is are only two rules. Rule one is to make sure its clean and rule two is to make sure it fits! The goal is to find one that highlights the best attributes of your body without looking like its painted on. Make sure that the sleeves are fitted around the arms and that the seams rest perfectly on the edge of your shoulders. You want it to be long enough to be tucked in, but please don’t tuck it in. Pay attention to ensure that the tee conforms to the curve of your body and remember that a tapered look is best because it doesn’t drape your waistline and, lets face it, its more flattering.
