Style Tip #261: White Trousers

Clean. Fresh. Summer. White trousers summed up in 3 words. A lot of straight guys shy away from white trousers for fear of looking gay (why that is still used as a derogatory term, I do not know. Due respect to all homosexual friends/readers) or in local terms, like an ah beng (unfashionable Malaysian delinquent often characterized by wild dyed hair, bell bottoms and a portruding groin strut).  When it comes to trousers, the average straight guy lives and dies on black slacks and denim jeans. White trousers are the best way to add some color to your bottom half. As with all articles of clothing, you can pull off white trousers as long as you comply with the two golden guidelines of style: fit and coordination. And confidence....

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How to Have 'Stage Presence'

He enters the room. All eyes are upon him.  He walks towards you. Everybody follows his every move. He shakes your hand and gently smiles. Everybody smiles back at the natural charisma overflowing from the depths of his soul. "Stage Presence" Believe it or not, you can be that man.  Sure, some of you might say, "But I'm not good looking... or fit... or tall... or smart enough" But what if I told you that you can possess the above "stage presence" with just three simple adjustments to the way you first appear in front of a crowd? 1. Smile. Slightly. Wherever you go, whatever you do - wear a slight smile. A consistent slight smile indicates to your surroundings that you are extremely self assured. Extremely confident....

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Surviving an LDR aka. Long Distance Relationship

LDR what?Here's an acronym worth knowing, as essential as the ever-saving LBD. Lil' Black Dress if you were wondering. The Kardashians in LBDsSo. It's the LDR, also known as the dreaded Long Distance Relationship.You fall in love with an amazing girl, with the thought that she'll never leave your side.Well, she does and- BAM! You're saying your stiffly sniffles, waving goodbye and assuring her (and yourself) a little distance won't hurt.Welcome to the LDR Club.You're officially in a 'Long Distance Relationship'.Cringing at the thought?Considered one of the worst types of relationships as the distance may not necessarily make the heart fonder, but in fact yonder far...and beyond, thank your lucky stars you're not in one.But if you are and still...

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