Men to be Friends With Men?

Posted by admin on July 31st, 2009

     This is very hard to say because love may be a barrier.For example,if you love a man ,then you will do your best to get the love of him.Then if two men love you in the same time,what will do?Yeah ,you can only choose one.I think you can not be good friend with the man that you do not love.

     I think there are some people who can form friendships with the opposite sex and have it remain a friendship and nothing more. They are aware of their own personal boundaries and have the ability to enforce these boundaries at will. Most important, they are also able to distinguish the difference between friendship and a romantic relationship, which may be the key to their success.

     There are others, however, who are not able to form successful friendships with the opposite sex. They may be too easily tempted by kindness and flirtation, or they may not be able to easily distinguish the difference between a friendship and a romantic relationship. Some may even have difficulty either setting boundaries or enforcing them. Regardless of the reason, some people simply should not form friendships with the opposite sex because it just doesn’t work for them. Regardless of which category you fall into, it is important to understand that given the nature of the male/female relationship there are always risks associated with forming these friendships.

     In order to form a true friendship there must be an element of trust between both parties. This trust, this understanding, can cause a great deal of confusion if you’re not careful. If this person becomes your confidant, for example, and you find yourself turning to them when life becomes difficult, or when you need advice, this understanding can easily be confused with romantic attraction. If you’ve ever had a friend or acquaintance that you suddenly find yourself looking at differently, in a more attractive and romantic way, then you know how easily the line between friendship and romantic attraction can be crossed. Read the rest of this entry »

Haircut Ideas

Posted by admin on July 31st, 2009

     Well,it is  an article not only useful for men but also for women.We know that a good hair style will make you more beautiful.So that us share the ideas.

     Men and women, listen up, it is best that you talk to your stylist before they start with the scissors and combs. Have a discussion of what you want, what look you are trying to get and what you are comfortable with. The stylist will then put forth suggestions to you and you can work around or with those. If you don’t think you can convey your thoughts to your hairstylist, then it is best to carry a picture of the haircut you want from a magazine or online. And if you are unsure of what you want, the stylist will have books and files filled with their works and cuts that will suit you. Do not give vague statements to your stylist like cut off 2 inches or just trim it, because the stylist will have a different perception.

     Chances are that you do not know what you want when you walk into a hair salon, and I am not just talking about women, but even men are unsure of what haircut they want. Do not let the hair stylist decide what to do, instead have a discussion and discuss various options. The hairstylist may be one who is funky and creative, where as you are the serious type who doesn’t like too much change, at the end of the haircut appointment you do not want to walk out wishing you had a paper sack on your head. Read the rest of this entry »

How To Dress With Style

Posted by admin on July 29th, 2009

     It is very dull for men to wear a suit.But they do really have little choices.For most people,fashion is for women,it has nothing to do with men.But this is artice will give you some fresh ideas.

     Getting the right look with men’s formal wear is not difficult, if you follow the image guidelines below.

     Your suit

     In men’s formal wear let’s start with choosing a formal suit.

     1. Style

     Changes, but you can’t go wrong with a single-breasted, solid color suit in black, grey or navy blue and always remember a single-breasted suit will make you look slimmer and sleeker in appearance.

     In men’s formal wear a stylish suit can conjure up a number of images, all of them positive.

     A suit can make you look powerful, mature, conservative, or sexy. Remember, most women love men in suits!

     2. Fabrics and Patterns

     Wool is always a safe option when buying a suit. It looks good and wears well.

     Worsted wools are lightweight for spring and summer. Gabardine wools are heavier for winter. Wool Crepes are lightweight with softer finishes. Flannel wools are heaviest. Patterns for interview suits are limited to solids, stripes (pinstripe, chalk stripe, beaded-stripe, multistripe), Glen plaids, and checks (hounds-tooth, windowpane, and herringbone).

     Picking The Right Shirt

     Generally men with narrow faces can choose collars that are wider, to help broaden their faces; conversely, men with wider faces should choose collars that are narrower, to help lengthen their faces.

     Ties

     Suits come in basic styles and colors, but ties let you show your individuality within a formal look.

     If you want to make a bold statement wear a patterned tie with a patterned shirt, make sure that the color schemes are the same and that the patterns go in the same direction.

     Finally, don’t forget the Length: It should hit the top of your belt buckle and the deal width of ties is between 3 and 4 inches.

     Men’s Formal Wear Combining Tie’s Shirts & Suits

     When choosing a jacket-shirt-and-tie trio, match its level of color contrast to your personal colouring.

     Your colouring consists of your complexion and hair color.

     If you’re coloring is high-contrast i.e. dark hair and light skin, or vice versa–your jacket, tie, and shirt combo should be high contrast, too. But if your hair-hide contrast is softer and lighter i.e. you’re blond or gray-haired with pale skin, or dark-skinned with dark hair–you should go for lower-contrast clothes.

     Two different scales For Balance When you’re combining two like patterns in the jacket-shirt-tie triangle, they should be of different gauges.

     If your suit has pinstripes 3/4 inch apart, your tie should have significantly broader or thinner bands. If your suit is a striped one (with lines more than an inch apart), your shirt’s stripes should be narrower and closer together.

     If you wear two different designs within the lapel triangle–say, a checked shirt and a striped tie, or a striped suit and repeating-medallion tie–they should be different scales in size If your shirt has a narrow stripe, your tie needs a wider stripe i.e. pair large with small.

     De Emphasize

     Choose clothes that de-emphasize your extremes.

     If you’re short, look for strong vertical elements: pinstriped suits, two-button jackets. If you’re very thin, choose a jacket with wider shoulders. If you have a heavier build then Wear darker colors and go monotone from top to bottom.

     Watches

     The first thing to look for in a man’s watch is a large face, as these designs are generally accepted by everyone as looking stylish.

     Get a nice belt

     Don’t forget your belt you want quality, a good quality belt doesn’t have to be expensive and is money well spent.

     Your belt color should be coordinated with your footwear - black with black, brown with brown.

     Shoes

     Black is the traditional safe color for work but Brown or ox blood colors can also look stylish.

     You can also use a variety of styles including loafers, wingtips, round-toe, or the trendier pointy-tipped shoe.

     Shoes are no place to economize on quality. For men, shoes are the final detail and are one of the areas all women notice.

     Men’s formal wear can really make a great impression if worn in the right way.

     Image consultants can help you in terms of recommending items for your wardrobe and providing a personal shopper service.

10 Common Mistakes on Men’s Formal Wear

Posted by admin on July 27th, 2009

     To most people,taking care of wearing is mainly the job of women.So we may be not care when we see a man wearing strangely.But it is totally different when we treat to a woman.Well,it does not mean that  men should not know anything about their mistakes in wearing.And this article will give men some good tips!

     1. Short sleeve shirts with a tie

     Short sleeve shirts don’t really project the right image at all and you should stick to long sleeved shirts that are a safer classier option.

     2. Scruffy shoes

     Are one of the most undervalued areas of a man’s wardrobe and fact is one of the main items of clothing a women looks at first!

     Your shoes should be in good repair, well kept and shiny. If you are wearing a suit, lace-up shoes are normally the safest option.

     3. Trousers that are to short

     Should be long enough to cover your socks, and socks should cover your shins even when you are crossing you legs. Your trousers should just cover the heel of your shoe.

     4. Socks that don’t match

     Socks should always match your trousers. Don’t be tempted with trying wacky colors such as green or yellow, with a dark serious business suit.

     It wont make you look individual it will make you look stupid.

     5. Belts that don’t match

     Belts should as a general rule always match your shoes. Make sure you don’t economize on your belt, worn belts and belts that are too small or to large should be replaced immediately.

     6. Make sure ties hang correctly

     Ties should always reach your belt line and be tied correctly. A tie that is to short simply makes you look ridiculous.

     7. Clothes That Are Too Loose Fitting

     Clothes that are too loose, Indicates a sloppy look and that’s exactly the type of fashion mistake you can’t make in a business environment.

     It’s simply not the right look to appear professional and clothes need to fit your body type. Read the rest of this entry »

True Love

Posted by admin on July 26th, 2009

     Love is not a joke,we should take care of it.And this post may give you some ideas.

     * If you marry someone with children from another relationship, the best thing to do to make it successful is adopt the attitude that this is your biological child and treat them as such. If you are marrying their parent, you are marrying them! Always be mindful that they have a mother or father and respect their role as much as possible. If the non-custodial parent does not mind you being hands on, embrace that role. If they prefer to take the lead, you support the child from the sidelines; define your role early on.

     * The first time that someone strikes you in a dating relationship, walk away. There is NO excuse for it or apology that can be offered to make the pain of that experience go away. If the person does not follow your wishes and leave you alone, seek information about whether you are eligible to obtain a restraining order.

     * If your current beau has a restraining order against them from someone else, that should raise a red flag for you and make you seriously consider whether you want to stay involved with them.

     * If you find yourselves constantly fighting and you are only dating, what do you suppose will happen after you get married? As hard as it is to be by yourself, it is better to be alone than to continue in a dysfunctional relationship. Every day that goes by that you are miserable in a bad relationship is a day you are never going to get back. Additionally, it keeps you unavailable to find that special someone. Love and relationships shouldn’t have to be constantly difficult and if it is, maybe you are in it for the wrong reasons.

     * When you fight with your significant other, fight fairly. Do not curse or degrade them. Make your point and explain how your feel. Do not bring up past mistakes or incidents that the other person might have done wrong that have nothing to do with you or why you are arguing. A thousand compliments after the fact almost never makes up for a cheap shot. You can never lose yourself in taking the high road! Read the rest of this entry »


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