DUDE, YOU NEED AN UPGRADE; DEVELOPING YOUR PERSONAL STYLE.(SERIES: Daily Dose)(CNY)

From: The Post-Standard (Syracuse, NY) | Date: October 25, 2006 | Copyright information

John Massara, buyer and manager at Mr. Shop in Syracuse, is a fashion-forward guy. He knows the trends of men's fashion and how to pull them off. Today, and for the next four weeks, Massara offers advice for men on achieving a stylish and up-to-date look.

Recently Greg in Lafayette e-mailed and said "I'd much rather you convey to men that they can (and should) develop their own sense of style and to develop confidence in doing so" rather than seeking the advice of a female.

Greg, you are absolutely correct. Every day I educate men on the options they have available to ...

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