As barbers, we like to think we know a little bit about fashion. The trend up top often has a supporting look down below. So, whether you’ve just had a new trim, or you’re going for the complete overhaul of your look, there are a few things to think about.
Looking the best you can goes a long way towards keeping a healthy state of well-being. Keeping yourself confident in your ability and looks will ease your mind, allow you to accomplish more and ultimately present the best you. It’ll also help you along if you’re on the lookout for a better half.
It isn’t all aesthetics though, so let’s look through the Chaps & Co top 6 tips for improving the way you present yourself.
Oral Care
They say first impressions last, and greeting people with a big friendly, beaming smile is the best way to leave a lasting impression. Your smile is arguably one of your most important assets so making sure it beams is essential.
Brushing daily, with a whitening toothpaste and regular flossing will make sure your smile stays like a million dollars. Keeping your lips in good condition will also help. Using a protective balm in the morning will keep your lips vibrant and healthy.
Fresh breath, glowing white teeth and soft, healthy lips are the key to long lasting first impressions.
Skincare Routine
Your skin covers the entirety of your body, it is the protective layer between you and the elements. Looking after your skin, therefore, is rather important.
Using moisturising cream or gel will help keep your skin supple and free of dirt. For those of you with oilier skin, gel will work best. For dryer skin, consider a cream-based moisturiser. The game is to keep your skin hydrated. This stops it from drying out and potentially becoming flaky.
Other skincare essentials are sunscreen with a factor of at least 30SPF. Sunscreen should be applied 15 minutes before heading out into the sun to ensure it has had time to activate. A good eye cream will also help reduce wrinkles around the eyes leaving a much fresher and younger look.
Find a Style That Suits Your Face
When it comes to your facial hair and the hair on your head, different styles will suit different shaped heads and faces. Rounder heads can be squared off at the top with short back and sides and an array of longer styles on the top, whereas a long face would only be highlighted more by a similar style.
Take note of your features, if you feel you have a lot of forehead, speak to your barber about styles that could help cover it. Facial hair is a great way to take the edge off a square jaw or add more definition to jowly chops.
However you plan your style, remember that regular grooming is an essential part of the look. Maintenance, be it a trip to the barbers or plucking some hairs from your nose, ears or eyebrows will keep you looking barber fresh for longer.
Clothes That Fit
If you want to present yourself the best you can, buying clothes that fit is the only way. All the money in the world on designer clothes means nothing if you haven’t got the size right.
We don’t just mean rocking some urban streetwear, we mean try before you buy, the right sized clothes for you. Not only will you look dapper, you’ll also feel so much more comfortable. Which is key to carrying yourself with confidence.
Exercise
This one may come as no shock, but the next bit of advice might. If you’re going out for the evening or to an event, try working out a couple of hours before. This will leave you looking ripped, toned and in your best shape.
A solid fitness routine is strongly advisable regardless of your age, size, build or lifestyle. When we say solid, we don’t mean difficult, we mean consistent. Your routine should be appropriate for you, it should leave you feeling good, not ruined.
Keeping fit will see you radiate in every way from your shape and fitness to your skin and general health. Holding a good posture whilst your out and about can receive a lift also through regular exercise and is equally important to your presentation of self.
Diet
Another that may not come as any surprise is your diet. Making sure you get all the right vitamins and minerals will ensure your body runs like the machine it is. Dishes packed with vegetables, protein rich meats or fish and deserts filled with fruit will leave you glowing.
Tie your diet in with your fitness routine as part of an overhaul can really bring the results. If you struggle with any of these, perhaps consider seeing a nutritionist, they are a great for advising body specific diets, for specific results.
Final Word
Whatever your goal, our barbers are always happy to help and advise you on how to achieve a certain style or look. Being happy in yourself is the key message here. Confidence comes from within, and whatever your look, whatever your style, if you own it, people will admire it.
To book into one of our barbershops and get the overhaul started, you can choose a location here.
Enjoy your week, and remember to always #KeepItHandsome
As barbers, we like to think we know a little bit about fashion. The trend up top often has a supporting look down below. So, whether you’ve just had a new trim, or you’re going for the complete overhaul of your look, there are a few things to think about.
Looking the best you can goes a long way towards keeping a healthy state of well-being. Keeping yourself confident in your ability and looks will ease your mind, allow you to accomplish more and ultimately present the best you. It’ll also help you along if you’re on the lookout for a better half.
It isn’t all aesthetics though, so let’s look through the Chaps & Co top 6 tips for improving the way you present yourself.
Oral Care
They say first impressions last, and greeting people with a big friendly, beaming smile is the best way to leave a lasting impression. Your smile is arguably one of your most important assets so making sure it beams is essential.
Brushing daily, with a whitening toothpaste and regular flossing will make sure your smile stays like a million dollars. Keeping your lips in good condition will also help. Using a protective balm in the morning will keep your lips vibrant and healthy.
Fresh breath, glowing white teeth and soft, healthy lips are the key to long lasting first impressions.
Skincare Routine
Your skin covers the entirety of your body, it is the protective layer between you and the elements. Looking after your skin, therefore, is rather important.
Using moisturising cream or gel will help keep your skin supple and free of dirt. For those of you with oilier skin, gel will work best. For dryer skin, consider a cream-based moisturiser. The game is to keep your skin hydrated. This stops it from drying out and potentially becoming flaky.
Other skincare essentials are sunscreen with a factor of at least 30SPF. Sunscreen should be applied 15 minutes before heading out into the sun to ensure it has had time to activate. A good eye cream will also help reduce wrinkles around the eyes leaving a much fresher and younger look.
Find a Style That Suits Your Face
When it comes to your facial hair and the hair on your head, different styles will suit different shaped heads and faces. Rounder heads can be squared off at the top with short back and sides and an array of longer styles on the top, whereas a long face would only be highlighted more by a similar style.
Take note of your features, if you feel you have a lot of forehead, speak to your barber about styles that could help cover it. Facial hair is a great way to take the edge off a square jaw or add more definition to jowly chops.
However you plan your style, remember that regular grooming is an essential part of the look. Maintenance, be it a trip to the barbers or plucking some hairs from your nose, ears or eyebrows will keep you looking barber fresh for longer.
Clothes That Fit
If you want to present yourself the best you can, buying clothes that fit is the only way. All the money in the world on designer clothes means nothing if you haven’t got the size right.
We don’t just mean rocking some urban streetwear, we mean try before you buy, the right sized clothes for you. Not only will you look dapper, you’ll also feel so much more comfortable. Which is key to carrying yourself with confidence.
Exercise
This one may come as no shock, but the next bit of advice might. If you’re going out for the evening or to an event, try working out a couple of hours before. This will leave you looking ripped, toned and in your best shape.
A solid fitness routine is strongly advisable regardless of your age, size, build or lifestyle. When we say solid, we don’t mean difficult, we mean consistent. Your routine should be appropriate for you, it should leave you feeling good, not ruined.
Keeping fit will see you radiate in every way from your shape and fitness to your skin and general health. Holding a good posture whilst your out and about can receive a lift also through regular exercise and is equally important to your presentation of self.
Diet
Another that may not come as any surprise is your diet. Making sure you get all the right vitamins and minerals will ensure your body runs like the machine it is. Dishes packed with vegetables, protein rich meats or fish and deserts filled with fruit will leave you glowing.
Tie your diet in with your fitness routine as part of an overhaul can really bring the results. If you struggle with any of these, perhaps consider seeing a nutritionist, they are a great for advising body specific diets, for specific results.
Final Word
Whatever your goal, our barbers are always happy to help and advise you on how to achieve a certain style or look. Being happy in yourself is the key message here. Confidence comes from within, and whatever your look, whatever your style, if you own it, people will admire it.
To book into one of our barbershops and get the overhaul started, you can choose a location here.
Enjoy your week, and remember to always #KeepItHandsome
