Rating: Summary: We like a little polish Review: Actually, we women do want guys with a "girlie side" who get their nails shined up (OK, no colored nail polish). So c'mon guys, give us the same treat we've been giving you--good looks, nice smell, some knowledge of good food and wine, and knowing how to chew with your mouth closed.And contrary to popular opinion, most of us aren't turned on by Boggie.
Rating: Summary: The book that changed my life! Review: Always changing I was trying to find myself, my style, and my being. Well I finally found it when I first read this fine piece of work! I feel that I am a new man since I have read this book. It has made me feel more mature and more like a gentlemen now. I learned about having good etiquette and what manners I should have when going to restaurants. I learned all about wines and how to order wines. This book has taught me how to treat a girl and how to dress professionally. I never thought I could do such good things until I read this book. After reading this book I am now a more thoughtful and caring person. I am more thoughtful of what other people think of me, and I am more caring about my appearance and my behavior. The book claims that it could change your life and change the way you think and it has for me! So if you are looking to make you life more productive, organized, happy, and well admired then this is the book for you!
Rating: Summary: Better than expected Review: Bought it for my friend as a gag, but's it's actually full of really good advice so I got second one for my boyfriend as a stocking stuffer.
Rating: Summary: Lifestyle for Dummies Review: Consider this: metrosexuality is really nothing new. Stated in the most simplistic manner, metrosexuality is no more than a polite man who understands how to dress and appreciates the finer things in life. In a nutshell, a metrosexual is what used to be known as a gentleman. The term gentleman may not be politically correct or interesting enough to sell books in a day when the new straight is gay. So to sell this lifestyle book, the author has capitalized on the latest social trend. In general this is a hip and fun book. I'd recommend it for the young man whose upbringing didn't include, for example, exposure to manners, tipping, wine selection, or dress. In general, this is a 'how to' lifestyle guide for dummies. It isn't a serious guide to style. So, if you are serious there are far better style books or magazines to buy.
Rating: Summary: A Must Have.... Review: Ever wondered about which wine goes with which dinner? Or about the best way to introduce yourself? How about etiquette and chivalry? Need to know which colors go together and what girls interpret as "good signs" or "bad signs"? Then the Metrosexual Guide to Style is for you! Not just for the budding metrosexual, this book should be read by every teen boy in the country because it gives you EXTREMELY valuable information on how to behave in public, at formal dinners, what "Black Tie", "White Tie", et al. mean, plus it tells you what the best ways are to treat a lady and not make an ass of yourself on a date or at social functions!
Of course the book has all the normal trimmings that you'd expect: haircare, grooming, fashion, what your drink of choice says about you, and all that other superficial stuff that semi-gay men know and us straight brutes are clueless to, but the book will ABSOLUTELY SURPRISE YOU with its advice and knowledge of social behaviors at high end estabilishments and fancy events. Every teenage boy who starts dating/going to dances/attending events should read this book as it will keep you from embarassing yourself for years to come! And for us 21+ crowd it gives refreshing insights and knowledge on things most guys in their 40's don't know!
This book is a must have, go Used if you can, but GET THIS BOOK!
Rating: Summary: Fluff - someone's idea of a stocking stuffer Review: First of all, let me announce to the world that yes I am a metrosexual! It is a label to be worn proudly. You don't have to be a jock to enjoy sports and you don't have to be gay to enjoy clothes and taking care of yourself. This book though isn't particulary enlightening. It has been written by someone who has hung onto a new phrase but is clueless as to how to write well. Its advise is boring. The humour isn't funny, if anything it is a little bit smug. The writer's point is good but the execution is a bit amateurish. I don't recommend this at all, if you feel that you need ideas on life as a metrosexual then spend time checking out other books besides this one.
Rating: Summary: Cashing in on a buzz-word Review: For years, people have been writing manuals on male etiquette, and this one is no different. Think of it as no more than a slightly updated version of another etiquette book. On principle, however, buy something else (like "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: The Fab 5's Guide to Looking Better . . .") that isn't veiling 'basic etiquette' with a term that is intended to cash in on a reader's desire to feel cosmopolitan. It has useful information, but no more than any other etiquette books, and certainly isn't as comprehensive as others (such as the "How to Be a Gentleman" series). You'd be better off with something else.
Rating: Summary: Save your ducats guys. Review: Hey guys, save your money. The cosmetics industry is not satisfied that women spend billions of dollars on stuff that tries to make them purdy, smell good, and end those wrinkles - they want guy's money too. Isn't it funny that the woman's cosmetic industry tries to sell anti-aging creams on TV using teen girls as models? No wonder your honey is so upset. She is 36 trying to look 16! Now its our turn guys. They are trying to sell us the idea we have to get our nails done and get our faces treated with creams and what not. Don't fall for it. Do you think John Wayne, Bogart, or Paul Newman would use anti-wrinkle cream on their faces? I don't think so! Save your money and buy this month's Maxim and a six pack. Believe me women don't want girlie men who have their nails done.
Rating: Summary: I cant belive you people dont know this. Review: I cant believe you people think this is the best thing since sliced bread. I grew up in europe and was tought most of these thing at the ripe age of oh...12. No one should have to read this and say they know every thing about art, food, proper etiquete...ect Americans really are uneducated hicks......Im just happy I chose Canada Never the sell read it, so you could at least atemp to have an inteligent conversation.
Rating: Summary: Cashing in on a buzz-word Review: I grew up lower middle class without a father. I am 25 and have worked hard to become somewhat successful in my practice. I spend atleast ten bucks on lunch everyday. If this book makes you twenty dollars(or better yet gets you laid), due to some confidence you got from this reading, you just got 100% return (or more) on your investment. Take it for what it is...an introduction to style.
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