Vacation Style Upgrades
Everybody takes a vacation for the same reason: to get a break
. Now that summer's here again, you could also use the time to take a break from all the faux pas that have become an unfortunate trademark for rest-seekers. It's the perfect opportunity to remove yourself from bad style choices and even worse outfits. Welcome to summer - and the world of sharper summer fashion.
Beware the Ball Cap
Anyone visiting a beach or Disneyland would attest to the seeming popularity of this little piece of head cover. Why exactly it's so popular, however, is a mystery, as few of these situations involve any athletic activity in the first place.
Simply put, the ball cap is what you wear when you don't want to think about what you wear anymore. It's like that dark printed necktie in your closet that you wear when all else fails because it can go with anything. Unlike the necktie, a ball cap does nothing to improve your style and makes you look infantile, like a junior league player who forgot to grow up.
If the ball cap has long been a part of your wardrobe, there are a few other styles of hat that can take its place for the summer. The fedora is a prime suspect, especially since it has become so common to sport it in the warmer months. It gives you some protection from the sun, as well as an accessory that looks good with both formal and casual looks.
For something that's a little closer in appearance to the ball cap, you could also try to replace it with a newsboy or driver cap. Either style has a rather similar shape to the ball cap, but creates a whole other kind of feel. They're good for dressing up and dressing down: pair one with a shirt and slacks for a sharper English feel, or with shorts and a polo shirt for a more relaxed East Coast vibe.
Leverage Your Luggage
Why any self-respecting man would carry a fanny pack is a mystery, yet countless men still do it especially when they're out touring the attractions. The fanny pack is the kind of fashion statement that declares something, in this case that you're a tourist - and one who isn't too concerned about fashion at that.
Replace the fearsome fanny pack with something more modern and sophisticated. The messenger bag is a prime example, giving you ample space and a fair amount of security without sacrificing good looks. Belt bags are ungainly because each one is like a lump extending from your body, effectively adding inches to your waist. Look for something with sleeker, cleaner lines that you can easily bring with any kind of outfit.
Alternatively, a backpack can be just as effective, especially if you're bringing a lot of stuff for the day or are expecting some physical exertion. The strength of the backpack comes from its balance: the two straps distribute the weight on your shoulders, so you can keep going around for longer. If you can't find yourself a decent hiking style backpack, at least get a decent canvas rucksack to hold all your necessities for the day.
Ditch the Dad Jeans
Fathers may teach sons a lot of great things, but they're also capable of passing down a pretty bad heritage too. Dad jeans -denims that have way to much space around your thighs and way too little around your ankles - are a common sight in vacation photos. It's time to fix this style sin of the father.
Jeans are never necessarily the best choice, especially when you're vacationing in a warm locale. Lightweight pants made of cotton - chinos are usually the go-to choice - or linen are men's fashion's bets for withstanding the heat. They're fairly versatile as well, so you don't have to worry about what they'll pair well with. At the same time, you get to separate yourself above the style-oblivious and dad jean-wearing crowd.
The heat and the off-work status are no excuses for poor taste in fashion. Pay a little more attention to your clothes and you'll be the debonair man about town instead of the frumpy little tourist.
by: Hendrik Pohl
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