MEN’S TIPS
Everything you need to
know about men’s
grooming
Y
ou should always dress to impress, but if you
think dousing yourself in cologne, or wearing
ripped jeans to a formal event fit the bill, then
you’re highly mistaken. Before going through the embarrassing ordeal of having others tell you, let us walk
you through the basics. Formal grooming and dressing
sense go hand-in-hand and are an essential part of corporate norms. While many men set examples with their
ace style, others tend to dread preparing for formal occasions.
Here’s a guideline of dos and don’ts of formal grooming:
DOS
Pop a mint: You must always have a mint handy. Pop
it right before entering any formal setup or gathering —
stinky breath scores you negative points.
Shave/trim: A 2-inch thick beard looks hip and fashionable only if it’s kempt. If that’s too hard to do, then
skip the beard altogether and shave. But make sure you
don’t do it at the 11th hour or you might end up with
scratches and irritation.
Dress to impress: Well-fitted clothes elevate style and
compliment a man’s physique. Your suit needs to be of
the right fit and cut and your shoes should be well polished.
Haircut: All you need is a basic clean-up so you can
look sleek during job interviews or meetings. Side-swept
or back-swept hairstyles are all the rave these days and
add a touch of grace.
DON’TS
Sweat: The pressures to arrive on time or meeting expectations can increase perspiration. A 12 or 24-hour
deodorant can keep you protected throughout the day.
Shower yourself in cologne: While it is advisable to
keep a deodorant at hand you need to make sure you
don’t overdo the cologne. Smell good, not loud.
Wear jewelry: You MUST ditch your metal adornments
when it comes to formal wear. An elegant wrist watch
should be the only accessory gracing your arms.
Wear ripped jeans: Don’t dare to wear torn jeans and
t-shirts to a formal setting unless you are Salman Khan.
You will never have to face any formal wear faux pas if
you follow these guidelines.
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