now that we've stolen our guys' look with the whole boyfriend jean phenomenon, it's time we clue them in and say so long to the dad jean. thankfully the rules for guys are simple.1. skinny = silly. cowboys and rock stars are the only guys who can get away with wearing a skinny jean; however, a straight leg is universally flattering and works for all shapes and sizes.
2. too short is too dorky. make sure your guy hems his jeans so they just graze the ground. we've found that men tend to hem them too short (hello white socks) by cutting them off at the ankle--this look is neither flattering nor stylish.
3. leave embellishment for the ladies. while we're loving our new current/elliotts that are subtly studded on the front pocket, guys' jeans sometimes go overboard in this department. stay away from bold stitching, skeleton motifs and anything chrystal-like or studded, especially on the back pockets.
4. stonewashed belongs in the stone age. darker washes have a much more modern look than the old stone or (heaven forbid!) acid washes. a little distressing is okay, but stay away from heavy whiskering and the "dirty" look (they'll get dirty soon enough on their own).
5. when in doubt, leave it to levis. there's a reason the levi brand is best known among jeans: straightforward and simple, the perfect look for a guy.
hollywood dads david beckham and brad pitt are poster boys for cool jeans.
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