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Magazine BLU is sexy, smart, social and sophisticated. It is the choice of professional, upwardly mobile, confident, intelligent and philanthropic individuals who enjoy their work, social and personal status.
BLU readers do not routinely want celebrity gossip, objectification of either gender, blatantly offensive story lines or tips for following here-today, gone-tomorrow trends.
Magazine BLU readers do seek diversion from everyday stressors, through discovery of emerging artists, the best vacations, things to do and cuisine to enjoy. They want advice regarding timely and quality additions to their already established personal wardrobe and home interior, key pieces of sophistication earmarked to become timeless classics.
Magazine BLU presents cutting-edge features and editorials about known and unknown individuals who have made their mark on society, or who are on the cusp of making a difference in our world. Celebrities are featured, not simply because of celebrity, but because they have something to say that we think you might want to hear.
Magazine BLU does not seek to "matchmake" or promote marriage, nor do we discourage transition from singledom to a personal partnership.
BLU simply brings forward the news, information, diversion and tools you want for the ultimate enjoyment of your own personal ride!
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Dude,
Where's Your Style?
8 Summer Dressing Tips
for Men
By Jeff Wyatt ~ Summer 2008
Jeff Wyatt offers quick advice regarding summer style, for men on-the-go:
1. Don’t over-accessorize. Nothing kills a summer vibe more than a busy look. Do subtract a few things. Lose the belt and the pocket square, forget the shoelaces and leave the messenger bag behind. Nothing screams "summer" like a man who knows how to appear relaxed, in style and attitude. If more pocket space is needed when losing your bag, look for a cargo short to pick up the slack. If you absolutely must have a bag, lighten it up with a canvas beach version.
2. Don’t go for perfection. This is not the season for crisp, James Bond-esque perfectionism.
Do go for put together. You can be polished while seeming carefree. Opt for linens and light cottons. A little wrinkle in the summer looks amazing, as long as it is not a wrinkled power tie.
3. Don’t wear a heavy scent. Are you going to eat beef stroganoff on a 95-degree day? Then, why wear a scent that packs the same kind of heavy weight?
Do wear a scent that breathes. For summer, keep it light and airy. A floral or citrus-like dance should emanate from your neck. The lighter the scent, the better, as it will make the ladies need to come a bit closer to experience the full effect.
4. Don’t forget your sunscreen. I’m no dermatologist, but I do know that your skin will be your greatest accessory. Robert Redford was one of Hollywood’s greatest sex symbols, and now he looks like a dehydrated kiwi.
Do forget your hairspray. Leave the hair a little tousled. Summer will never be about a perfect coif, so there’s no need to try.
5. Don’t dress like a dessert. Yes, those stylish seersucker suits may be of a neon color. But, dammit man, eighties day-glow has long passed go and pocketed the $200.
Do dress like summer foliage. Though technically of the same color palette as a dessert, the greens, pinks and oranges will serve you much better when taking on the subdued tones held in nature’s exuberance. Remember, be bright, but don’t be obnoxious.
6. Don’t forget your pedicure. Nothing is nastier at a picnic than a yellow toenail that looks like something from the Paleolithic Period. Man up and get those cuticles pushed back. Nasty piggies make you look like a nasty piggy.
Do wear sandals. In the spirit of keeping things simple, opt for sandals this season. They keep the feet so much cooler and allow them to get some much needed air. Plus, the right pair looks savvy and sophisticated, as long as they are worn with a pedicure and replaced before they are worn-out.
7. Don’t wear a cap. You aren’t in college anymore, Frat Boy. If it has adjustable plastic pegs on the back, it is only allowed during lawn mowing. And, don’t even get me started on your visor collection, you boy band wannabe.
Do wear a hat. A lightweight (cotton or straw) fedora is what should be utilized during the summer months, if the head is to be covered. Not only is it classically styled, but it is a tool rarely used in the modern man’s wardrobe.
8. Don’t be that guy. You know the one: ridiculous tan lines with sunburned skin, wife-beater tee shirt, Hawaiian board shorts, and sandals falling apart.
Do follow the above instructions. Don a positive, relaxed look this summer, so when "that guy’s" girlfriend sees you, she smacks his wife-beater wearing, sunburned shoulder and asks why he can’t be just like you.
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On Fatherhood Seeing Nature in a Whole New
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The Art of Audi
Shore Comfort
European Dressing, For Men
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