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Rock the boat
with mahmood Hossain
| Mahmood Hossain
The right mix produces elegant comfort Moccasin boat shoes are a unique blend when it comes to stylish footwear. You don’t have to own a yacht or be in one to rock a pair of these in leather or suede. There are also pairs from certain brands that have spliced these loafers with driving shoes soles. You know, the
tire-like finish to the bottom of the shoe. This has quickly become the goto semi-casual shoes for the daring and chill alike. Whether it’s heading off to a Friday night party or a casual kickback at your uncle’s, these go
perfectly fine with jeans or casual trousers. You’ll be able to take it up a notch with contrasting belts or bracelets and watches in a similar shade of colour. The entire vibe behind these shoes are of a classic Mediterranean look, given that you have the entire outfit in sync. Another wonderful bit about the moccasin boat shoes is that they can be worn for almost every occasion, apart from weddings and funerals of course. There are more positives than negatives to them. Light, comfortable and ridiculously suave, it’s all about walking into and out of a scene with swagger. Its lightweight
materials make it easy for you to place them in your luggage or duffel bag when you’re on the move. Jumping out of the locker room and into your “get fly” outfit will be as smooth as butter. And if it’s suede you’re worrying about, you can always get those shoe bags to toss them into, protecting them from the rain.
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I have to admit, I’m guilty on going commando from time to time. Especially during the summer. Is it ever okay to go commando? For those who aren’t aware, going commando means going out without any underwear. Why in the world would you do that in the first place? There seems no legitimate reason for you to rid of your underwear. There are so many unfortunate incidents that you might trip into. You ever think about skid marks? Or perhaps the trousers clinging onto your butt crack? Do you see where this is all going? Free balling is highly unattractive. And God forbid you develop a rash when wearing denim. There’s a reason underwear is part of an outfit, it’s not a fashion statement. It protects your privates and keeps the family jewels intact. You must keep in mind there are comfortable substitutes to Superman’s outermost layer.
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Don’t mind the DJ
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| Mahmood Hossain
Doesn’t matter if the party is themed or a complete free for all, you have got to know the rules First thing is first, the pre-game procedure is vital. It doesn’t matter where the shindig is, your grooming has to be nearly flawless. Just because you might be wearing a mask in a tacky masquerade doesn’t mean you won’t be taking it off later for some face time. If you catch the drift. Your hair, your face, and the rest of the body need some quality attention before you head out. Smell is also important. Try and spray a scent that can last the entire evening to the end of the night. That doesn’t mean very strong scents, just a cologne that has a lasting effect. Your footwear is the second most important. Everything at this point should be premeditated. You have to know how many hours you’ll be on your feet and how much dance floor time you plan on taking. If it’s at the beach, you have your sandals. If it’s seaside, the loafers come out to play. If it’s at an upscale venue, lace-ups (oxfords) should be in order. If it’s at the club or the roof top, a pair of
derby shoes (leather or suede) is the right choice. Last but not least, please make sure your clothes fit. Before you plan on grinding with someone on the dance floor, it is best that nothing is flailing about like some
whoever she is, won’t be able to take her eyes of a man who is dressed sharp and ready to dance. And you better make sure that man is you.
juvenile lost at the mall. And keep the accessories to a minimal. Your partner,
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Every time I go to a club or a dance event, I see plenty of guys in these long sleeve shirts. They are a sweaty mess at the end of the night. How can they go in, while looking stylish, without worrying about being drenched? The reason why those ill-advised gentlemen are dipping through Niagara Falls is because of either two reasons. One, they can’t help it. Biologically, their sweat glands are running through a process like dolphins during mating season. That’s fine, and mind you they are giving it their all on the dance floor. Second, those shirts are of uncomfortable fashion. Say no to polyester. It’s the warmer days so it’s perfectly fine to be wearing light cotton shirts. Most likely, those guys figured, hey it’s something shiny and it’ll stand out. Don’t do it.
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