Unfortunately, many men at Dartmouth put absolutely no thought whatsoever into what they wear. This week's List offers some style tips for men. Maybe if the focus is emboldened, we have a prayer of reaching the guys who actually need to be reading this:
- First of all, pull yourself together, man.
Eau-de-frat is repulsive, scrub it off. Cut the nails, all 20,
and while you're at it wash your feet. Long hair is fine if
that's your style but keep it clean and occasionally intro-
duce it to a comb and scissors. And fold clothes to avoid
the "I-slept-in-my car/a ditch/a cave in the desert-look."
- Do not fear the "M" word.
No, not marriage, that's another advice column entirely.
It's Matching. Put thought into colors -- it can mean the
difference between an outfit that's hard to look at and one
that adds major attraction points. Don't be afraid of pas-
tels -- they are very attractive on men. But, steer clear of
black and blue, as it's almost impossible to get right.
- Shoes are part of the package.
Your feet are part of your body, hence your shoes are part
of your outfit. So often a guy looks great from the ankles
up but then kills it with bad shoes. Try boat shoes, skate
shoes or colored sneakers, it's not hard to find inexpensive
comfortable shoes that will pull your look together.
- Details make all the difference
Rolling up the sleeves of an oxford past the elbow makes
any guy look like a sexy doctor. (That's Daisy's opinion.)
Try layering shirts for color and pattern, and even pop-
ping your collar. (Just try it alone in your room. It looks
good. Trust us.). Add jewelry (it's not just for girls), a big
belt buckle, an old school hat ... style is all about details.
