Boy Booty Shorts?

As it seems, Spring has in fact Sprung in New York City. There really is no nicer time in Manhattan, well to us fashion aficionados fashion week ranks very high up there. Now because I have already seen several people wearing shorts I feel it is the perfect time to voice my opinion on this particular topic. I can not comprehend why I have been seeing so many men wearing shorter shorts than even some of the women I know would wear.

I don't know who started this trend but it really needs to end ASAP. Just because you feel comfortable wearing something doesn't mean I should be forced to loose my lunch over it. It really isn't a good look for a man to be showing off that much thigh. Personally, I have no problem wearing shorts that hit above the knee. I actually like the look of a short that hits right above the knee. I feel it adds a little preppy/nautical twist to your outfit. The cutoff is one, MAYBE two inches at absolute most. Call me old fashioned but I do not think it is in good taste for a man to be showing off 6+ inches of pale white thigh. I mean come on guys, we all know we have some "baggage" down there. No one wants to deal with the embarrassment of a wardrobe malfunction and having to call someone to bail you out of jail because of a public indecency charge.

Now I understand that several designers of menswear have been showing this style of short for a few seasons now. Just because they are showing them, and they are for sale at a retailer does not mean they are meant for you/will look good on you. I mean personally I DO NOT believe they look good on anyone. What customers have to understand is that men have significantly less options then women when it comes to apparel. There are only so many things designers can do to make items look new and fresh. One of them happens to be playing with hemlines. Hence the Thom Brown style of pants that are basically men's Capri pants.

Gentlemen please do not buy/wear short shorts. No matter what the sales associate tells you they do not look good on you. I understand some of us guys like to be fashion forward but there are other, more attractive ways to do it during the summer months. If you are someone who is already an offender to wearing short shorts, get rid of them QUICKLY. After a few weeks everyone will forgive you for wearing them. Although, you may have to wait until next spring for them to stop making fun of you for it.

Clear Skin Is Always In

Skincare is something that has always been important to me. Now I understand that some people don't have the best skin in the world . . . but that is no excuse. If you have problem skin you just have to work harder. We live in a very shallow world and nothing is worse that meeting someone new with a mountain range on your forehead.

Even though I have somewhat good skin, I still have my occasional break out. The trick is you have to attack it head on. No fear. Break out the heavy artillery and show your skin who is boss. After many years of trying almost every product I have found my secret weapons to good skin.

Step one is St. Ive's Apricot Scrub. I prefer the invigorating one, It is perfect to scrub deep down and clear out your pores. I also use Clearasil Daily Pore Cleaning Pads. I think these pads are really something that people do not give enough credit. They can really help clear your skin, and if you don't believe me use one and see how their color changes from white to a nasty brown color. Yes, that nasty brown is all the dirt and oil that was on your face. Now the Burt's Bees Herbal Blemish Stick is literally a miracle in a bottle. Apply it to any problem areas as much as you want/can during the day and you can literally feel it cleaning the nasty out of your pores.

I am also a huge fan of a good face mask. I try to do one at least once or twice a week. Ask any of my friends, I have no shame in inviting my close friends over under the warning that I am currently in the middle of my beauty regiment. Listen people face masks can be rather expensive and I'm not a wasteful person. My new love is this peel off cucumber mask, your skin looks amazing when you peel it off plus it is fun because it looks like you are peeling off a layer of your skin, hahaha. Now personally I do not listen to the recommended time on the bottle, I leave that face mask on as long as I possibly can. In fact I have found it effective to use a face mask as a pot treatment on problem areas. All I do is apply the face mask to the area, wait for it to dry, go to sleep, and wash it off in the morning. Just because you are sleeping does not mean you can not be proactive about your complexion. Now the Burt's Bees Herbal Blemish Stick is literally a miracle in a bottle. Apply it to any problem areas as much as you want/can during the day and you can literally feel it cleaning the nasty out of your pores. Now for years and years my friends have raved to me about this next set of products, and I have to admit I was skeptical. I could not justify spending $65.00 on what is essentially face wash. I will say that i am so sorry to everyone that I did not believe you.

The Clinique skincare system is probably the best development in skincare. This three step process of face wash, clarifying lotion, and lotion really works wonders. Plus, it really helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.It comes in a few varieties based on skin types. I would highly recommend this to anyone, and the price isn't actually that bad because the kit will last you about 3-4 months depending on how aggressive you are with it. I have myself on a regiment of using it once a day. If you have difficult skin give this a try. Also if you know someone with bad skin get it for them as a gift, if they wont be offended.

Having good skin is something that some people are naturally born with. If you happen to be a normal person having good skin is something you have to work on. Even though you have to put in some effort, it really is worth it in the long run. When you have clear skin you feel better about yourself and you know people aren't staring at the second head that is forming on your cheek.