Down and Out Dapper (Man Style)

{I am very excited to introduce a new series to Down and Out Chic entitled, "Down and Out Dapper." This series will be "airing" on the 15th of every month featuring guest blogger Keith Rein from Paper Thin (i.e. blog header creative genius). Keith is a good friend, a talented artist, but more importantly (for our purposes here), he's a stylish guy who's here to offer you the inside scoop on everything you wish your boyfriend/husband/lover/wanna be lover could articulate regarding all things man style. Keith is here to help offer a different perspective, Down and Out Chic style. I think you'll enjoy this. Take it away Keith...}

Well, I'm here to throw in a little man perspective on style and I'd like to touch on some of the topics these mid-monthly posts will cover.
Now, I'm not a guy who shaves everyday, but dammit! my skin can be soft too! Ritual has a great line for a man's routine from shit to shave. No... really, the Nature Calls product is an eyedropper, and two drops in the toilet before the brown goes down, and everything's all roses. With it's killer packaging, no man has to feel like a sissy with four different products for his morning routine.

The whole kit will set you back $79, but you can buy each item individually as well. It comes with Nature Calls, Razor Rinse (something every man needs), The Whip, The Balm, and The Trifecta (a face, hair, and body wash).

You're shaved, and now it's time to Suit Up!

Maybe it's because I've been watching lots of MadMen or that retro is always in, but handkerchiefs are coming back. Nothing too elaborate or bright, just a nice, white classic square fold will do.

Fun Fact: This fold is known as the Presidential.

Pair it with a gingham shirt for a sharp, creative look.

Yes, that's Zac Effron. Yes, you and your sister like him. But Dude looks sharp here!

From the Michael Kors runway show.

Now if it was only acceptable to drink like Don Draper in the office - Damn you Don Draper!!!

Probably my favorite thing to do between meetings, or during a conversation lull is to snap a quick photo of a friend and give them a furry caterpillar (READ: an AWFUL mustache)! This iphone app, 'stachetastic, allows you to do just that.

Yours Truly sporting an Arctic Walrus.

Stephen creeping out in what I like to call the Molester (he's single).

I'm fairly certain this one comes with a Motorcycle.

Gotta love a man with a little hair on his lip. or woman! WHAT?!

Adorned with your mustache you can now tackle manly adventures. May I suggest Pride & Prejudice & Zombies. This came out in April, and if you haven't read it yet, it is a perfect read for a lazy weekend or beach trip. I'd call it the product of Romance and Horror's one-night-stand, with Comedy watching in the corner.The same story yougrew to love, but with zombie ass-kicking. A new hardback version is due out soon, with color artwork. Don't worry, the original has artwork too.

...from the unreleased Deluxe Edition.

I hope you guys liked this little glimpse . If so, mark your calendars for the 15th of every month. More guys' style, tech, entertainment, and the occasional interior design or food spot will be rolling out. Let me know what category you are most interested in and I'll make that the topic of next month's post.

-k

{Ummm, I don't know about you, but I think I need those Nature Calls drops...just saying. Please let Keith know what you'd like his perspective on for next month's post. Hope you enjoyed this; I know I always like hearing what the other cooky gender finds stylish. Oh, and please ignore that awful shot of me with the facial hair. Seriously, never happened.}