Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Wanna See a Guy Makeover? From "Oh No" to Hollywood Joe

Have you heard LMFAO's new song "Sexy and I Know It"? If you've seen the music video, then it's clear a guy's confidence can go a lot further than his sense of style.While I usually focus on women's fashion, I can't forget about the guys because good style is just as important for them (whether they know it or not).

As my friend Ryan and I drove from LA back to San Francisco last Sunday, I made a pit stop in Santa Monica for PHASE ONE of Joe's wardrobe makeover. Joe, my friend who I mentioned in a recent fashion show post, was looking to spiff up his style.

We had 2 hours to shop and he made it very clear he was looking for casual fall attire. Nothing bright, flashy or too Scott Disick-y. He lives in t-shirts so I didn't want to push his limits, but I knew we could make a big improvement.

So, let's begin...

Before Pic.... Meeting and discussing our shopping strategy and budget
Where do I begin?
If I had time to go through his closet, this old "Survivor" T would have been voted off instantly. And I'm not sure, but those might be women's sunglasses. He was ready and willing for a wardrobe makeover! Yay...
Being sport for my fashion blog. Thanks Joe ;)
I guess mis-matched socks aren't the end of the world AS long as NO ONE can see them. And how do you tell someone delicately that their favorite old pair of Nike's HAVE to go?
He survived shopping....So let's see his NEW casual looks
Jeans -Paper Denim & Cloth, Shoes- Perry Ellis, White T- ESPRIT, Sweater-Buffalo David Bitton
Perfect for a casual weekend. PHASE 1 focused on basics and jeans
He needed a comfy going-out shirt he could also wear to work on set as a camera man
Top- Beverly Hills Polo Club

Loafers- GUESS, Jeans- Lucky

He preferred these comfortable loafers over oxfords which will be versatile and dressier than sneakers. In total, he thought we'd buy a couple pairs of jeans, but we got more than five different outfit combinations and getting great deals on everything staying within the budget. Thanks Joe!

In the next couple months, PHASE 2 will focus on:

Haircut & Styling
New shades
Dress shoes
Possibly a nice Suit
& so much more ;)


Do you know a guy who needs a mini-makeover? Would you tell him? :)

Hope you're having a great week!
xoDale

29 comments:

  1. cool!!!


    xoxo from rome
    K.
    http://kcomekarolina.com/

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  2. Wow! Great job! Yes, sometimes guys need a little help and he was adorable before, but now he is adorable and stylish...love it!

    Liesl :)

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  3. Wow! You did a really great job!!

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  4. wow... cool make over. hahaha. :D

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  5. Nice makeover Dale, dope.
    I like your shoes too.

    windowshopz.com

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  6. i've seen that LMFO video. ryan must be a fantastic guy! i mean he was willing to let his style be critiqued, then he went shopping, got photographed & blogged about. most men i know would think they were in hell to endure that.

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  7. I like the look. look forward to the next

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  8. You're a good friend for doing that Dale - he looks really comfortable in his new clothes too

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  9. so cute, it's like queer eye, blog edition! :)

    join my Paisley clothing Giveaway! WIN shoes, a bag and chocolates!!!

    http://fashioneggplant.blogspot.com

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  10. This is SO much fun! You did a great job!
    I did this with a guy I was friends with a coupla years ago - and it had been his idea! And he looked SOOO much better! Sometimes all it takes is another person's opinion =)

    Sadie x
    http://whatsadiedid.blogspot.com/

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  11. not really digging the shades, but he looks great!

    you're a good friend. :D

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  12. hahhaha "this survivor t-shirt would've been voted off immediately"

    x Niki from A Haute Mess

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  13. HAHA! Great job girl! TRANSFORMERS...more than meets the eye. He looks good! :D
    http://sassyuptownchic.blogspot.com/

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  14. Wow! Great job! He looks so much better!

    Lindsey Turner
    http://thriftandshout.blogspot.com

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  15. You did a great job! You still kept his casual side which he seems more comfortable with. He looks great!! :)

    xx
    Heel in Mint

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  16. OMG he looks like a totally different person, He looks much slimmer, looks like a stylish stud.

    Great job hun. Love this post

    MiMi ♥..
    Make-up Overdose

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  17. Oh my yes I would "vote off his Survivor t-shirt as well, ha ha! Such a great transformation. He looks good!
    Cheers,
    Bre

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  18. This is brilliant, he looks HOT. Great job Dale!!! So... when are you coming over and performing your fairy godmother trick on my boyfriend?! lol!!

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  19. @Jay : haha, nice eye. I refused to let him wear the old glasses so he's wearing mine in the after photos. He'll get a new pair soon.
    @Heel in Mint: Definitely kept it casual, thanks!
    @Alexis the Honey B: haha that's funny. I'm sure you could make him over amazingly ;)

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  20. Yowzah!!!! He looks great!! Nice job with the makeover!!! I love that sweater - my hubs would like that too!!

    http://sweetandsassy-sherry.blogspot.com/

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  21. WOW.. he did need a bit of help.. lol.. you did an awesome job and I think you definitely kept it casual... love his loafers and sweater :)

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  22. Omg amazing! Night and day, seriously and the stuff you picked out for him isn't even that super fashiony! Guys are lucky that they have such simple style choices... and it's sad that so many don't do it haha

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  23. Your a good friend! Good job =)

    http://katicastyle.blogspot.com/

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  24. Oh my goodness this is such an awesome make over doll. He looks so handsome.


    <3 Marina
    Fashion.MakeUp.LifeStyle

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  25. omg! this is so much fun! I wanna this. maybe with my brother. hahaha! good job dale!

    http://ieatyogurtforbreakfast.blogspot.com/

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  26. He looks great! you are one clever makeover artists! I know a few of my male friends who could certainly use a makeover.. you may have just inspired me to make it happen!

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  27. wow good job on the makeover! LOL i love your stories!!! so fun and funny hehe :)

    xoxo
    piglet

    http://pigletscloset.blogspot.com

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  28. I like the look. look forward to the next

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