He looked ok. It’s kinda weird coz mos of the time a slight facial hair would give a Man an edgy or rough “persona”. I don’t see it on Ed Westwick. I think it’s because he doesn’t need it. He’s already got it.

Ironically enough, there’s something dangerous in his clean-shaven look. I think I’ve been watching too much Gossip Girl, ha. All he needs pretty much is to continue wearing his designer suits and shiny designer shoes, then keep saying, “I’m Chuck Bass, You Europeans should know who that is” and I’m sold that he has a dangerous side. It’s funny though because Ed Westwick has a European accent. I’m hoping he’d use it in one of the episodes but that would just be wishful thinking.

Anyhooo, Ed Westwick, facial hair or clean-shaven?

(Images : Bauer-Griffin)

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Ed Westwick

Ed Westwick looks smashing in lavender shirt and that paisley tie. If every college freshmen or Men for that matter look like Chuck Bass, the world as we know it is perfect . I’ve always been enamored with the pastel and grey combo. Ed shows and proves why I like it.

(Image : Bauer-Griffin)

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Now, let’s talk about what fashion has to offer to help you guys look  good this 2009.

Suits – Monochromatic suits are supposed to be taking the backseat this year. Be bold by adding a different hue with your suit. Start with a colored button shirt or a bold silk necktie.

You should also pay attention to the masculine details like the broad shoulders to complement the classic tailoring and modern silhouettes.

Double-Breasted Suits and Jackets — As illustrated early on by celebrities like Tom Cruise and Ed Westwick, double-breasted suits and jackets are big in 2009 Men’s Fashion Trends. You don’t need to hide your masculine frame anymore. Double-Breasted suits and jackets are here to tailor your shape and style.

3-piece Suits — Mismatching of the 3 pieces is taking a backseat as well. Stick with the same fabrics and prints. In short, pinstripes with pinstripes, plaid for plaid, houndstooth with houndstooth, etc.

Colors — You will have fun adding colors in your wardrobe. As well you should because there is life beyond the black and grey hues. Venture out into the world of pink (in moderation of course), blue, red, green, and others.

Designers like Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry for examples are coming out with blues and greens in their collections, respectively. Think of linen pants, colored oxfords, sneakers, shirts, and accessories

Burberry Fit Polo, $125. Gucci Exotic Lace-up, $1295.

The Deep V-Neck Trend — Much to my chagrined, fashion designers are really pushing the deep v-neck trend. They tested the waters last year. I can’t blame them though. Maybe it’s a way to stick it to Women’s Fashion who keeps adapting the Men’s trend into their palette. I mean if I was a Man, I’d be pissed off too if my wife looks so much better in a Man Suit . No wonder there’s the Manty-Hose desperately trying to make it into the cut. If women can successfully pull off a deep V-neck trend, why can’t Men do it also? The clincher there is, Women can get away with showing come cleavage because they’re anatomically hairless in the chest. Well, most Women anyway. If the day, location, and occasion warrants it, Women just usually wear a tank top underneath a deep v-neck top or dress.

There are 2 things I would suggest if you really want to get into the deep V-neck trend.

• Shave you chest, Please! Who cares about the itching afterwards. As long as you can wear a deep v-neck shirt 2 times a week, all the itchiness (perhaps redness) will all be worth it. OR, for a longer clean shaven chest, get your chest waxed and have a 40 Year Old Virgin painful (yet oh-so-Hilarious)moments with your friends.
• OR, don’t jump into the deep V-neck trend at all. It’s as simple as that. Sorry, but neither Ed Westwick (Chuck Bass, Gossip Girl) nor Burberry Prorsum Degrade V-Neck Cardigan is going to change my mind.

American Apparel Deep V-Neck Tee, $22. Burberry Prorsum Degrade V-Neck Cardigan, $1195.

Well, there you go. Like I reiterated in the beginning of this Men’s Fashion Guide In 2009 article, the best trend that works every year is to not go uberly-trendy.  Fashion Trends are good as long as you don’t go overboard with them. That my friends is the best fashion advice I can give you in order to Look Good In 2009 (or any year).

(Images :  SKB, Bauer-Griffin, Neiman Marcus, American Apparel) (Sources : Men’s Flair/Fashionising/Various Magazines/Thoughts On Designers’ Collections)

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Ed Westwick aka Chuck Bass from CW’s hit Gossip Girl is going to be seen in K-Swiss ads soon. The campaign promises to have Ed Westwick’s K-Swiss ads which will be on TV and prints holding guitars, tennis balls and rackets.

The ads will start running on February 2009. K-Swiss made the right decision. Westwick’s fashion sense is drool worthy. He pushes the limits. He walks around like he just came out of a runway show. Yes, I’m Dexie and I’m An Ed Westwick’s fan .

(Image : Newscom) (SOURCE : The Cut)

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People are going gaga over the fashion from the Gossip Girl female casts but truthfully, I LOVE the guys’ fashion better. The girls look good naturally, with stylists helping them out and everything, it’s a given that of course, they’ll be the “IT” treat these days. But the guys? They freaking rules. They’re not letting those girls run them over. I especially love Ed Westwick’s character’s looks. “That Mother Chucker” can make preppy look every stylist’s dream come true. I mean just look at his blue stripes shirt, maroon stripes necktie, khaki pants and blue and white spectators. High School’s uniform has never looked this good. It’s beyond “normal” but damn Ed Westwick is pulling it off quite nicely. He’s got that innate fashion sense. Fashion Week would be all over him .

The preppy look among the fictional rich kids in NYC through Gossip Girl will turn your eyes green in envy that’s for sure, heh.

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Here are the hunks from CW Hit Gossip Girl. Penn Badgley and Ed Westwick at the 2008 Teen Choice Awards Arrivals. While Penn Badgley opted for a tan brown casual dress shirt & black jeans, Ed Westwick on the other hand accessorized his blue unbuttoned shirt with a scarf. Penn’s attire could as easily be seen from anybody on the street. A really nice casual wear. Ed’s on the other hand has a touch of a magazine or runway look. It’s like a stylist got a hold of him and decided to put the scarf on his neck. Maybe it was his own doing but it looked more like he’s ready for a photo shoot meant for a layout on GQ magazine or something. NICE!

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