Stir your Own Kool Aid

I'm always amazed at how critical we are of other people, specially when it come to clothing and what someone should or should not be wearing. I have one thing to say to everybody - Stir your Own Kool Aid!


As a stylist people often ask me what I think about what someone else is wearing, usually some innocent person who is minding their own business. I typically try not to reply, simply because I don't walk around mentally redressing strangers. And when I don't reply, usually the other person weighs in with their opinion and its harsh.

Folks, here's a bit of advice - when you point one finger at someone three are pointed back at you. Before you crack the whip on strangers, coworkers or friends, ask yourself if your time would be better spent Stirring your Own Kool Aid?

Men's Style: Stop Dragging your Stuff Around

Recently, I posted a question on twitter asking people to guess the three things most men wear wear too long. The answer is jacket sleeves, ties and shirts. I'll explain, starting with jacket sleeves.

Jacket sleeves, mostly suit jackets, should be shorten to show about 1/2 of cuff.

Now, take a look at the difference.


See what I mean? Showing a bit of cuff, sometimes referred to as "showing linen" adds detail and depth to your appearance.

Next are men's ties. Ties should touch the top of your belt. Why? Because it's the most professional and polished look and it's the general standard. It's okay to wear it shorter as a style statement but remember everyone else will think its too short.

Men's dress shirts worn casually and untucked are often too long because they were intended to stay in your pants. Casual shirts are generally cut shorter so they don't look like dresses when they are untucked. So, where casual shirts if you want to let it hang out:)