FOR THE FELLAS: CHANCE THE RAPPER

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Photo Credit: Austin Hargrave / Billboard Magazine

Chance The Rapper, who is arguably the hottest artist in the game right now, covers Billboard Magazine’s Grammys Preview issue. I love this cover shot because Chance looks dapper and cool beyond his years, and yet somehow comes off as youthful and approachable. I love his signature look — overalls and a colorful “3” hat.

FOR THE FELLAS: NECKLACES AND PENDANTS

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Photo Credit: Mr. Porter

Lately, I have noticed more and more men wearing necklaces. I’m not talking about oversized, diamond encrusted chains (à la T-Pain). I’m thinking more along the lines of really subtle, understated pendants. I have to admit that this is definitely a trend I can get behind. You have to appreciate a man who isn’t afraid to wear a little jewelry.

 GET THE LOOK

Sterling Silver Curb Chain Necklace: Saint Laurent

Silver Necklace: Maison Margiela

Music Note Sterling Silver Necklace: Saint Laurent

Hematite Beaded Necklace: Luis Morais

Moth Burnished Necklace: Alexander McQueen

 Carved Silver Pendant Necklace: All Blues

Silver Andre Necklace: A.P.C.

Silver Lion Necklace: Versus

Gold Double Cross Necklace: Dsquared2

Wishbone Pendant Necklace: Rosa Maria

Pegasus Head Necklace: Roberto Cavalli

Safety Pin Pendant Necklace: True Rocks

Black Skull Necklace with Diamond Eyes: Finn

Box Chain Necklace: David Yurman

Double Wing Pendant Necklace: King Baby Studio

FOR THE FELLAS: BASIC BLACK SHIRTS

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Guys, I’m taking it back to the basics for this post. If by some chance you do not have a basic black shirt in your closet, you must (yes, MUST) remedy this situation immediately. Any man can pull off a plain black shirt. Actually, I’m going to take it one step further – every man looks GOOD in a plain black shirt. It can be a V-neck, long-sleeve, or even button down, but as long as it’s plain and black, I assure you that you will look good. My personal preferences on men are black crew neck t-shirts and black short-sleeve polos, but that is just me.

Some of you may be asking, “Why black? Why not white or navy blue?”. My real honest answer is, “I do not know”. That is to say that I don’t know why black looks good on everyone. It could be because a black shirt can be paired with anything from jeans to suits. It could also be that black does not wash out or contrast with any skin tone. A basic black shirt can be incorporated into any style or wardrobe whether you’re preppy, athletic, punk or an awesome combination of them all. Basic black shirts just work. Period.