Fashion Style

Everyone has a few common reasons why they love winters as much as they do. Other than the holidays, there are so many other things to look forward to, like shopping sales, gatherings, vacations and parties! But if you are going to enjoy these activities, wouldn't you like to be dressed perfectly for them? Even though you are wearing some killer men's clothing inside, you don't want to freeze in the cold just wearing that. And for this reason, there are some very classy winter coats for men, which can be used as formal, casual and party wear.
They are both warm and stylish, as they are made to give your attire a great look, no matter where you are dressed to go. To give you a few ideas about what to choose, we have some options mentioned in the following paragraphs. Take a look and pick your favorite!


Winter Jackets for Men

Winter clothing is very popular among men for the simple reason that a winter coat/jacket worn over absolutely anything can make you look sexy and keep you warm. According to your fashion instinct, there is always a good color, length and a pattern of clothing that looks good on you. And when you find something like that, well, you can't just let it hang in the store!

The only two criteria about winter coats for men are that they should provide the right amount of warmth and look great over anything you wear. You can also make this choice depending on the designs of these jackets which can either be used as formal, semi-formal or completely casual men's fashion. So, take a look at some of the best winter coats for men and make your choice.

Pea Coats or Reefer Jackets
One of the most brilliantly designed and "can wear over anything" types of winter coats for men are pea coats and reefer jackets. They are long coats which are either above the knee, knee or full length winter jackets for men which are made from materials like wool, leather and sometimes a mesh. Pea coats are, however, slightly different from reefer jackets. Pea coats are usually full length and have a formal look and reefers can be above the knee also.

The materials used to make them can also differ according to the style and brands. There are various price ranges for these types and you can find some cheap winter coats for men, as well as some plus size winter coats. They look great when worn over formals, semi-formals as well as casuals. These are great options for business men, students, working men, for someone who's buying groceries too. The colors you can choose can be navy, charcoal and black for pea coats and reefers.

Quilted or Puffy Jackets
If you are looking for something that will just keep you extremely warm irrespective of how it looks, you should definitely go for these puffy jackets which are also called quilted. The reason being that they have a woolen layer on the inside and have a polyester fabric layer on the outside. These jackets are surely considered as winter coats 2010, as they keep you warm from the extreme cold temperatures in snow areas and look good from the outside as well. They are also used as snow gear jackets by skiers or people who live in very cold countries. Quilted jackets are available in hooded and non-hooded designs making them convenient for regular use by students and as casual wear.

Leather Jackets
When you are considering winter coats for men, you have to think about leather jackets as this is one of the warmest materials used for winter wear. With the various types of leather used to make these jackets there are a wide variety of designs made as well. You can make reefer jackets with leather to have something formal to wear or there are designs like Bomber jackets and Motorcycle jackets, which are used as casuals (remember the Top Gun look). Colors like black, brown and navy are some of the most popularly used in leather clothing. They are also known as the warmest winter coats for men, as leather cannot be compared to any other material.

With these various types of winter coats for men, I think you have a wide choice to pick from. So, go ahead and pick your favorite winter coat and flaunt it over absolutely any fashionable wear. By Aparna Jadhav

From Meg Ryan’s varieties of short cuts to Victoria Beckham’s new chic looking one… short hairstyles for women have always been in vogue. In fact, if you flip through the pages of hairstyle history, you will find that over the past hundred years the shag, the chop, the pixie, the bob and various other classic short styles have remained in fashion through the years.


Women who have opted for going short have always known that a well-crafted short style gives them the opportunity to try out practically endless styling possibilities. You can experiment with the wide array of hair styling products at hand these days, ranging from waxes and gels to sprays and creams. You can go stick straight, scrunch, spike, curl, back-comb, or wave, according to your mood, with the range of irons, blow dryers, pins, clips and accessories. For instance, hot flat irons can be used in a variety of ways on small sections of hair, which can then be layered, creating edgy and unusual styles.

Because short hair is so beautifully flexible, it works with practically any texture or type of hair from thick to fine, wavy to curly and straight, or even a combination; hence, short hair is never boring. Plus, it’s so convenient, especially the short pixie cuts – the ultimate in wash-n-wear hair. Just lather it up, dry with a towel, finger pick it, and air dry – it can all be done in a jiff. Great for the ultra busy girl with no time to deal with complicated long hairstyles.


Short hairstyles are also usually instant wear. With the right cut, the hair simply slides into place, and yet looks amazing. Not only do short hairstyles lend a more professional air, but they can often also be the last word in chic, elegance and sophistication.

That said, here are some of the most popular short hairstyles for women:


Blunt Bob

If you have fine hair, this style will make it look thicker. However, it does not work well with curly hair, unless you’re willing to straighten your hair frequently. Get your hairstylist to create a few bangs over the brow and to give you a blunt line. If you choose to get a more severe fringe, it will sharpen the overall look.

To maintain: To keep it in shape, get a trim every 6 weeks. You can blow dry it to style and use a flatiron to finish.

Short Bob

This style looks best with square or oval shaped faces. If you have a very round face, get a longer version. This hair cut is ideal for very straight hair. To get that gamine, face-hugging effect, the longest length of a piece of hair should be about one inch above the chin.

To maintain: To keep this look well maintained you will need to visit the salon about once a month.

Curly Bob

If you have a round face, the hair should be kept longer than chin length, and a little longer at the nape of the neck, to create a balanced look. If you have spiral curls, make sure that your hairstylist doesn’t cut it too short. Curly hair tends to retract, hence keep the length at your cheekbones. You can get a choppy effect by cutting each individual curl.

To maintain: This cut usually maintains its shape, so you will not need to use a bunch of styling products. You will need to trim it about once in six weeks.

Short Shag

This style is great with most types of hair, except very fine or very thick hair. It looks especially good on faces that are delicate with small features. The longest length of hair should be at the crown.

To maintain: This style tends to grow out fast, so you’ll need to get a trim about every 4-6 weeks. Styling this cut is very easy; all you need to do is use a volumizer to pump up at the roots when the hair is damp. While blow-drying it, tousle it with your fingers. Finish it off by kicking out the ends with your fingers.

Pixie Cut

This creates an out-and-out messy and choppy effect. Also known as ‘Elfin’ cut, it is a short, layered cut. This style emphasizes the face, so you need to feel good about your features and skin if you want to try this style out. Basically, the hair is cut short, and at different lengths; hence, there are no even or blunt pieces of hair. This has the effect of creating close-cropped layers of hair that frame the face. Think Mia Farrow in ‘Rosemary’s Baby’ or Twiggy.

To maintain: You’ll need a monthly trim to keep it looking shapely. To get a girly effect, you can push the bangs to one side.

Long and Short Cut

This looks great with an oval shaped face. If you have straight, fine hair, this cut will add amazing body to it. You can create a rocker vibe if you have wavy hair. Keep the layers choppy all around and longish at the back. You can add uneven, heavy bangs, which you can either keep on your face or tuck behind the ears.

To maintain: To keep it looking fresh, you’ll need to get a trim every two months.

Short hairstyles have the ability of creating a new image instantly. Whether you want to show off a new, hot wardrobe or a new weight loss, there’s nothing like getting a new short hairstyle to really set it off. It can add new verve and vibrancy to your image and looks. By Rita Putatunda