Man Fashion-Summer Shoe Styles

Many have their footwear choices dictated by their work and not their after-hours activities. So most likely they will have little to no shoe choices when summer rolls around. Do not let the same thing happen to you by making sure you have at least one or more of the type of shoes fit for summer.

How can summer be complete without a trip to the sandy beach or a pair of beach sandals for the trip? For beach sandals, slip on a pair of Black Karma Sandal by Paul Smith Jeans. This sandal is a stylish leather in black with contrasting textile strap in black and grey stripes. It has a padded sole and its rubber material gives you the perfect comfort you will need for any long walks during the summer.

The Ralph Lauren Irby vachetta sandal is crafted in Italy from luxurious leather for a handsome, warm-weather essential. This dress sandal is open toed, has a sling strap at the front and back with a brass buckle. The sandal quality promises a comfortable wear. You can easily dress them down with a pair of jeans or cargo shorts or you can elevate your personal style by wearing them with linen trousers and a Cuban-style shirt before heading for cocktails. Either way, you are bound to look attractive.

Long before running shoe companies began collaborating with high-end designers, there was the Adidas Samba Classic Sneakers. What began as an indoor soccer shoe decades ago became a fashion staple as players began wearing them off the pitch. Today, the Samba is an international icon of casual cool. This is the original casual athletic shoe one must have for the summer.

There always seem to be a necessity to keep a pair of casual slip on no matter what season it is; you never know when you might need a shoe different than the others mentioned above. This is when we introduce you Louis Vuitton's Monte Carlo Loafer in Petit Damier Embossed Suede. This attractive loafer comes in the color of white, green and cacao. This slip on shoe offers unparalleled versatility for any occasion, whether it is for a formal cocktail summer party or a casual date.

Your shoe choices offer insight into who you are as a man. By paying attention to your shoes, you tell the world that you actually thought about your footwear before heading out.

Paul Smith Jeans Black Karma Sandals

Ralph Lauren Irby vachetta sandal

Adidas Samba Classic Sneakers

Louis Vuitton Monte Carlo Loafer in Petit Damier Embossed Suede

Man Fashion: Fashion You Should Avoid in this Summer

Odds are that you have already picked out your shades for this season, learned how to mix and match your outfits and pleasantly blend your summer colors. However, there are plenty of small yet crucial fashion issues we tend to neglect. Taking care of those details is what will actually save you big time from the fashion police, even if you are not conscious of it.

In the summer time, try sticking to lighter colored suits and stay away from the darker ones. Leave the dark colors for the later season. Instead, take this opportunity to be brave with the colors and opt for vibrant colors. Steer clear of heavy fabrics such as thick wool and fleece too.

One of the fashion disasters is to wear sandals with socks. Gentlemen, please note that sandals should never be worn with socks. Sandals are made to be worn bare and not accompanied by socks. If you prefer wearing socks, pick other kinds of shoes that go with the socks.

Even if the weather is burning you up, pass up wearing spaghetti strap tank tops unless you want to look like a meatball. Opt for sleeveless shirts instead.

Another fashion disaster that you should steer clear of would be wearing bicycle shorts even if you are not doing the exact sport. Bicycle shorts tend to scare the other sex instead of attracting them. Hence, stick to regular shorts during the season.

 Summer is the season where we worry about sweat stains the most as they are the ultimate turn off. You do not want to scare off your crush or leave a bad impression on the new people you are meeting. If your shirts are permanently yellow at the armpits, simply get rid of the shirts. Opt for shirts with patterns that could help camouflage your sweat stains if you are the type to sweat it out a lot. On the other hand, if your armpits get sweaty and damp when it's hot, try using a better deodorant or antiperspirant and remember to keep your arms nice and low.

Stay clear of the destructive fashion flux and enjoy the summer looking great.

Man Fashion: Summer Office Styles

Spring is definitely over and summer is where we are now. You want to stay cool at work, and you’re not just thinking temperature. If you’re not working at Microsoft, Google, or any of the big tech companies, chances are you don’t get the luxuries of wearing whatever you want. So how can you stay cool in the hot sun without being in the hot seat? Below are some pointers to get you started, and examples on how to use these guidelines to work for you.

Think about fabric: Pima cotton is breathable, versatile for all season, and has outstanding quality for clothing. Cotton blends, particularly with stretch wool or rayon/viscose, are great during the summer and keep your clothes fitted to your body. Linen is definitely a must-have in summer attire.

Think of colors: Try mixing bolder shades of spring pastel hues to “spring” into summer. Bold and vibrant colors can look cool and still be comfortable, such as various shades of purple, orange, and blues. Earth and neutral tones – like olives, tans, and browns – are definitely a standard and can look professional with minimal effort. Whites and greys are staples and versatile even when paired with bolder colors to accentuate your personal look. Minimize wearing black as much as possible. If you do wear black, get that in breathable fabrics like linen or cotton chinos, or look for it in subtle patterns.

Think of your workplace: Format your attire based on the dynamic of your workplace. Don’t wear sandals or flip flops if your work does not call for it.



Putting It All Together



No matter what fabrics, color and workplace, the most important of summer office wear is able to give you comfort and express individual personal styles.

Man Fashion: Spring Summer 2010 Collection

London Fashion Week finished on an extreme high with a day dedicated to menswear, diversity was the word on each fashionistas lips as Spring/Summer 2010 was translated into the male language.

James Long’s collection was inspired my quality street wrappers and depicted both function and protection. Trousers greatly resembling his inspiration strutted down the catwalk teamed with rather sexy gilt edged camouflage; leather and select pieces of knitwear bought the collection together and showed which seasons it was created for. While the collection didn’t scream wear ability it did show Long’s talent when it came to creating unique menswear, it wouldn’t suit the average male or situation but then again when was Fashion practical.



Christopher Shannon took what should always be wrong and made it fashionably right as he sent his models down the catwalk with dodgy tan lines, ‘fanny packs’ and the cardinal sin of socks with sandals.



Unlike other designers Shannon’s collection was based on wear ability, he struck a balance between street style and high fashion; he isn’t interested on being the name on everybody’s lips, he creates clothing for the ever growing niche market that has patented his distinctive designs. Overbearing yet chic prints and his love of luxe sportswear have clearly paved his way into the fashion elite. In his own words his inspiration for his S/S 10 line “Donk, clashing sportswear and bootleg prints”

Contributed by: Charlotte Johnson