Board Shorts or Shorts?

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Over the past five years, men’s fashion has grown into an industry in itself.  Sure men have always needed clothes, but men’s fashion has never been as mainstream as it is today.  Today’s dapper gent incorporates the latest trends into almost every aspect of his wardrobe, including swimwear.  Because the line between men’s swimwear and everyday apparel has become so fine, some guys are rocking board shorts as everyday apparel.

Based on their styles, some swimsuits could pass as regular, land-loving shorts.  Swimsuit manufacturers have designed polyester blends that wick water away just as well the swimsuits of yesteryear, just without the bulk.  The lightweight materials aren’t awkwardly shiny like they used to be.

Swimsuit retailers, like Pacific Sunwear, sell many different styles of what they call “hybrid shorts,” which incorporate the fast wicking material and lightweight feel common to board shorts, while still looking like a pair of shorts on first glance.

We’re not suggesting hybrid shorts are a replacement for traditional bottoms, but hybrid shorts are perfect for your next beach day. They can easily transition from the beach to the bar so no more worrying about having a complete outfit change. Just throw a button-down shirt with a pair of Sperry’s in your beach bag, and you’re ready to hit the bar after a long day of fun in the sun.

Black Friday Sales Coming to a Store Near You.

It’s about that time when shoppers go from the normal leisurely window browsers to ravenous sale hunters that stop at nothing to get the greatest deal on a pair of pants.  Most stores are trying to keep their Black Friday Deals under wraps, but some have leaked out.  Here’s what we know so far:

Anthropology

25% off sale items through Sunday.

50% off sale items Friday 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Bebe

40% off selected styles.

Bloomingdales

Save 25-40% on select merchandise through Sunday.

Express

Everything in store is 40% off Thanksgiving Day and Friday morning.

Everything in store is 30% off on Friday afternoon.

Everything online is 30% off on cyber Monday.

Gap

Everything in store & online is up to 60% off through Saturday.

H&M

Dresses and sweaters start at $5.

Pants and Kid’s jackets start at $10.

Outerwear starts at $20.

They’re also doing a scratch off promo for the first 100 people in line that is valued at up to $300.

J.Crew

25% off purchases of $150.

Lucky Brand

Tops are half off with the purchase of a pair of jeans.

Selected accessories are 30% off.

A select two pairs of jeans in the store on a promotion.

Check out your local store for more details!

PacSun

Denim is buy one pair, get one free.

Men’s flannel shirts are $20.00.

Women’s skirts are $10.

Women’s sweaters are $20.00.

Women’s wovens are $15.00.

Sephora

Selected items are $10 each.

Personal shopping services are available upon appointment for purchases over $250.

Sunglass Hut

The sales associates wouldn’t divulge the deals, but she said it’s something similar to the current promotion:

$50 bonus card with the purchase of a pair of sunglasses over $150, and an additional 30% off clearance.

Tilly’s

The first 100 customers will get a Tilly’s gift card worth $10-$100.

Urban Outfitters

50% off sale stuff midnight to 10 a.m.

Victoria’s Secret

2.5 oz. perfumes are $25 each.

$25 for selected pairs of yoga pants

Buy one, get one 50% off bras.