Night Styler: Man Up!

menswear.jpg[In early adulthood there is an activity that plays a large role in most of our lives; nights out on the town. And with those nights out always comes the question: “What am I gonna wear?!?”

Each week I’ll be putting together a cute and affordable “going out” ensemble guide (that you can tweak to your own personal style and body type, of course) so that maybe that age-old question can be answered a little quicker than usual. And your friends aren’t waiting - for hours - for you to emerge from your room. Just consider me your own (free) personal Rachel Zoe.]

So holiday season is in full swing and we all know that means parties galore. So why not move away from the Little Black Dress and rock the uber-trendy menswear-inspired look instead? You will stand out at the many parties you plan to attend, and show the world how hot dressing up like a man can be…

When it comes to rocking the menswear look, there is a fine line between inspiration and actually wearing men’s clothes. It is important to focus on interpreting the look of menswear and not actually shopping in the men’s department.

A cute top is key – you want something that’s got menswear-inspired written all over it, but still has a feminine cut so as to accentuate that womanly body of yours. Tuxedo-style tops are always a fun, flirty way to achieve this look.

Photo courtesy of forever21.com

You can go with a wide leg black trouser for this look, but I prefer a nice pair of black skinny jeans/pants. Much sexier for a night out on the town.

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When it comes to shoes, you can go menswear all the way and rock a pair of oxford pumps (oh-so-popular this season), or just go with a sexy pair of black t-strap patent platforms (also very in right now).

photo courtesy of target.com photo courtesy of delias.com

And when it comes to accessories, keep it simple; the shirt is highly detailed and you don’t want to over-do it. A simple pair of black hoops and a cute bangle will suffice.

earrings.jpg photo courtesy of forever21.com

Now get out there and enjoy the egg nog.

One Comment on "Night Styler: Man Up!"

  1. Leah says:
    Tue, 2nd Dec 20085:46 pm 

    In the word’s of Barney from How I Met Your Mother,

    “SUIT UP!”

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