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Tip Of The Week: Short Pants

Wearing shorts isn’t the only way to stay cool in hot weather. Ankle skimming pants and 3/4-length capris that stop at the calf can both be viable alternatives, but only if you know how to rock ’em right. Just because they’re as casual as a pair of jeans doesn’t mean you won’t have to put some thought into it. To avoid the “man capri” chuckles, follow our simple guide to short pants below.

Popularity: 47% [?]

Tip Of The Week: Introducing Cotton Pants

Regardless of the style of jeans you wear, once they’ve been broken in past that hard texture, they’ll inevitably run their course. If you’re looking to break up the monotony of your daily denim wear, softer options are out there in the form of cotton pants. Especially during these sticky summer dog days, nothing beats the light-weight comfort offered by brands like Energie, who blends linen (this season’s essential) with their take on cotton trousers. See three options for getting into the the lightweight style below.

Popularity: 68% [?]

Tip Of The Week: Waist Deep In Belts

Owning more than one belt might seem a little unnecessary when your main goal is just to keep your pants on. But even if you’re not one of the flashy types sporting a gaudy belt buckle, you might want to consider an alternative to your everyday strap. Diversity in your collection can be a good look in case you want to match with a pair of plaid shorts, brown khakis, or that occasional pair of high-beaming red denim. Take a look at five sound choices below.

Popularity: 84% [?]

Tip Of The Week: Dressy Details

TIE CLIPS: The ’50s Mad Men staple, not to be confused with a bar mitzvah clip-on.

POCKET SQUARE: Great for wiping the tears of the girl you’re leaving behind.

SUSPENDERS: Help support the countless women who hang off your…every word.

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- Tip Of The Week: Twill Power

Popularity: 85% [?]

Tip of the Week: Twill Power

When jeans get boring, there’s always a plain pair of pants. Depending on your choice, Chinos can be the diversity you need in your trouser game. But unlike denim, you should wear them—don’t let them wear you. Follow these simple rules after the jump.

Popularity: 85% [?]