Men's Jeans Buying Guide

Jeans are an essential part of every man's wardrobe. In fact, the average American owns at least seven pairs. Because men's jeans are such a clothing staple, it's crucial to find the style that works for you. With so many options, finding jeans that fit your style, size and price range can be tricky. This men's jeans buying guide is here to educate you on the differences in jeans, so you'll know how to buy jeans that don't just fit your inseam but your lifestyle, too.

Denim Washes Explained:

1. Washed denim: Jeans are produced from two basic denim types. Washed denim is the most popular variety and accounts for the vast majority of jeans in production. When denim is created, it is colored with dark shades of dye. After constructing a pair of jeans, a manufacturer will wash them in order to rinse away the excess dye left over from the denim's creation.
   
2. Raw denim: Raw denim jeans are created from material that is dyed and left unwashed after production. This gives jeans a dark look that will fade naturally, creating a look of genuine distress created by the wearer's own body. Raw denim is a favorite among many fashion-conscious consumers, and jeans cut from it are often more expensive than those constructed from washed denim.
   
3. Acid wash: Acid-wash jeans have had a rollercoaster of a time in the fashion world. At points considered the peak of chic and at other times looked at as a complete humiliation for the person seen in them, acid-wash jeans have seen their share of abuse. However, if you're brave, a pair of acid-wash jeans can really shine when combined with a simple, solid-colored short-sleeved shirt.
   
4. Dirty wash: Jeans constructed from denim with a dirty wash are designed to have a well-worn look. This wash will make a pair of blue jeans appear to have been used, and used hard. Dirty-washed denim combines dark blues with slight yellow or brown tinting, creating distressed jeans with a worn-in appearance.
   
5. Stonewash: Stonewashing is one of the most popular finishes for denim jeans. This classic wash is a vital part of every guy's casual apparel collection. Manufacturers use one of two techniques to reach the traditional blue expected of stonewashed jeans. The old-fashioned way is to utilize actual stones, but many denim jeans manufacturers now use chemicals to achieve a similar effect. Either way, stonewashed jeans will give you a classic, casual look.
   
6. Vintage wash: Nothing beats the look of a pair of your favorite worn-in jeans. Of course, wearing in a pair of jeans can take years, so why not cheat a bit? Distressed jeans are created with a vintage wash, giving them the slight look of wear that everyone loves. This sort of wash will go with a large variety of shirts, but try something like a retro-style long sleeved shirt to accentuate this wash.
   

Jean Styles Decoded:

Cuts

1. Bootcut: Bootcut jeans are the perfect cut for any guy hoping to look fashionable without looking outrageous. This slim cut fits closely (but not tightly) with a slight flare towards the leg opening. Bootcut jeans make sense for most body shapes, too, because they balance the body well.
   
2. Relaxed fit: Relaxed-fit jeans, which are loosely cut from waist to leg opening, are great for heavier men. The roomier shape of these blue jeans won't accentuate curves and bulges like other cuts will. Thin guys should avoid relaxed-fit jeans, as this cut can look loose and sloppy on skinny legs.
   
3. Skinny: Skinny jeans are a risky bet for many men, but they have the potential to look hip on the right guy. The skinny jeans club is fairly exclusive, as this ultra-tight fitting cut can make average-to-heavy body types look even larger. This cut should be reserved for the twiggy body shape, which allows skinny jeans to flatter a thin figure. Try this cut with a trendy vintage shoe or a fashionable sneaker to complete the look.
   
4. Slim fit: For those who want the hipster style of skinny jeans but don't make the cut weight-wise, there are slim-fit jeans. This cut of jean is tapered in a similar style to skinny jeans but not to the form-fitting extreme. With slim-fit jeans, you get the best of both worlds: fashion-forward looks and comfort.
   
5. Straight cut: Straight-leg jeans are the most common cut you'll find. Neither tapered nor excessively loose, this conservative style is ideal for those who want their jeans to be simple and classic.
   

Rises

1. Low-rise: Low-rise jeans have the smallest space between crotch and waist. This rise of jeans generally sits a few inches below the belly button, so make sure to wear a shirt of appropriate length to avoid exposing your midsection. Also keep in mind that low-rise jeans tend to fit tightly around the belly area, which may not be comfortable if you have a soft stomach.
   
2. Medium-rise: If you don't feel comfortable in the hip-hugging scoop of low-rise jeans but want to maintain a trendy look, think about medium-rise jeans. The room between waist and crotch on medium-rise jeans isn't small, but it doesn't extend to the rib cage, either.
   
3. High-waisted: High-waisted jeans are a terrific choice for heavier men with fuller stomachs. The rise is enough to conceal the extra pounds that would be exposed in low- and medium-rise jeans.
   
   
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Tips for Fresh Skin in the Winter Months

In comes the cool weather of fall. Out goes the moisture in your skin. Unfortunately, for most of us this process is unavoidable due to the ever changing extreme temperatures in the winter months. Combine that with low humidity, wind or snow and you are doomed to see some changes in your skin. Instead of seeking a doctor consultation for a full body skin replacement procedure, there are a few things that we can do to keep our skin looking its healthiest.

Often times, when your skin changes, your skin care regime has to change as well. Let’s say you’re experiencing dry skin. With that can come sensitivity to some of your favorite, foamiest cleansers.
Dry skin happens from a lack of oil in the skin and now you’re using a cleanser whose purpose is to rid your skin of oil as well. It only makes sense that some of your cleansers will leave your skin feeling parched after washing your face. A couple of cleansers that you may want to give a try would be Cetaphil, Cerave, or Mac’s Cleanse-Off Oil. Personally, I have sensitive skin which becomes dry and easily irritated. I am happy to report these products gave me zero irritation. Sometimes they worked so well I’d forget to moisturize as I wasn’t experiencing that normal, dry, pulling feeling after cleansing.

Now that you’ve made an adjustment in your cleanser, you may have to make an adjustment in your moisturizer as well. It could be that your skin is requiring more moisture or more oil than before. Save yourself some hard earned cash for holiday shopping and sample some options before buying. Moisturizers can be expensive to invest in and there’s nothing worse than being left with a bottle full of moisturizer that stings your face. Sure, you could return it I suppose. But why even go through all that? As always, once you get home with your baker’s dozen of samples, don’t go crazy. Sampling works best when you try one product at a time, for a few days in a row. You could also consider going natural with moisturizers such as shea butter, olive, apricot, or jojoba oil which are my personal favorites. Remember moisturizing in the winter months is key in helping to create a barrier between the harsh world and your delicate dermis.

Stay hydrated. Your skin will look healthier and it will thank you by showing you. Mayo Clinic recommends your daily water intake should be around 13 cups if you’re male and about 9 cups if you’re female. However, this is just an estimate and intake requirements vary from person to person.

Hello, exfoliator. Meet your new best friend- me! During the winter our skin gets dry creating an abundance of dry, dead skin cells that love to hang out and make you look even more wrinkly. There are two ways to exfoliate your skin- either by chemicals or physical exfoliation. During the winter months, I’d invest in a skin scrub or microdermabrasion scrub as their chemical-exfoliating opponents can be rather irritating. There are a ton of chemical exfoliators, but common ones include retinols, alpha and beta hydroxy acids, lactic acid and glycolic acid. Just remember to scrub cautiously and softly as we don’t want to irritate our skin more. Most advice out there will say to scrub 1 – 3 times per week, again varying from person to person and their sensitivity to it.


Finally, invest in a face water spray or face setting spray. With dry skin comes the look of dry skin when makeup is applied. Even the best makeup blenders can’t blend in that mineral powder foundation without looking dry. Using a spray will not only help set your makeup but will also moisturize your dry skin. There’s nothing worse than looking too powdery. A few sprays I recommend are Evian Facial Water Spray and Mac’s Fix+ Spray. Fix+ has a really nice scent as well. It’s kind of like aromatherapy in a can. You could also make your own rose water and get your own sprayer if you’re a D-I-Y diva. Sprays are great for airplane traveling or for whenever you need a little instant refreshment.

Vaseline Lip Therapy can not only be used as a lip balm by both you and your little ones. It can also be used as a makeup remover when traveling, therefore reducing your luggage size. That’s a huge plus. In a pinch, you can also use it as a hand moisturizer or to tame your hair’s crazy fly-aways. Another product to try is Lanolin. New nursing moms know about lanolin all too well. I use lanolin as an intense hand cream and lip gloss all the time. It’s also great for boo-boo’s and it’s natural to boot.

Stay warm and moisturized this season as we take in the nostalgic smells of the holidays. May visions of gumdrops dance in your heads.

Winter fashion part I

Just because it’s cold out doesn’t mean your clothes need to be boring and unflattering. In fact, we firmly believe you have more wardrobe options during the cooler months. These outfit ideas will have you looking cute and cozy all season long.

CoLLage FAShion

Some cool photos  for college students .

Nickie Nina close the show at the Pakistan Fashion Extravaganza

Some of the designers kept it casual for their collections, but Nickie Nina had glamour and elegance right from the very start! They started with this long purple and pink dress, which I think looks beautiful on the very tall thin model, but perhaps may not look as fabulous on us real women!








A similar style of outfit was this cream/white/gold and blue outfit which again I think looks really beautiful in these pictures, but I’m not sure how this long dress/jacket style of outfit would look on other body shapes.



There were more jackets on show and some interesting colour combinations. I like how they fuse the different colours together in the outfit to create something that has a lot of colours but doesn’t look completely ridiculous and like a mis-matched rainbow outfit!















Colours aside, I’m not really loving the long-dress outfits like the one below. Maybe it’s just the angle of the photos but I think they look a bit weird being that length with the style of trousers they’ve been paired with.