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Summer Style Tips: How to Stay Cool, Fresh and Stylish

Published on June 26, 2017 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style May contain affiliate links (what's this?)

There comes a time in every man’s life where he has to stop what he’s doing, take a good hard look at his closet and ask himself, “Am I ready for summer?”.

Warm weather style tips

Sure, there’s the obvious prep work – storing away your winter jackets, moving your boots to the storage closet, making sure your swim trunks still fit (no judgement here).

But what about that other stuff? The stuff you don’t think about until it’s too late. Some of it’s nice to have. Some of it’s crucial.

All of it is important if you want to be stylish and comfortable during summer.

MeUndies logoNote: Thanks to MeUndies for sponsoring this article! MeUndies makes comfy, stylish underwear in four different styles and lots of awesome colors (I prefer the boxer briefs). Check out MeUndies right here.

Granted, you’re going to sweat. But there are some things you can do to keep your body temperature low and, more importantly, stay fresh throughout the day.

This post (and video) covers the techniques and products that will help you stay cool, fresh and stylish when it’s hot outside.

Staying Cool & Fresh When It’s Hot As [email protected]$ Outside

Here are 10 tips you can use to stay cool and fresh without sacrificing your style:

I’m telling you, this stuff works, so give these techniques a try this summer!

10 Summer Essentials for Men

Here are 10 items that every man needs to look handsome and feel amazing during the warmer seasons:

1. Go-To sneakers – Your two priorities when buying new sneakers should be comfort and versatility.

Grey Vans by J Crew
shoes | laces

There are tons of great options out there. For me, these classic Vans check all the right boxes.

2. Super Comfy Underwear – Ditching your baggy cotton boxers for premium quality, micro-modal undies like MeUndies not only looks great – it also feels amazing.

Me Undies label

Micro-modal is a modern fabric derived from beech trees, and it’s far superior than cotton in several ways:

  1. Softer and lighter than cotton
  2. Shrink resistant
  3. Breathable (doesn’t trap heat)
  4. Wicking (doesn’t trap moisture)
  5. More odor-resistant

These properties are great all year, but they’re especially awesome for hot weather. If you’ve never worn micro-modal underwear, I highly recommend grabbing a pair (or five).

3. Lightweight Jacket – If you’re like me, typical summer weekends probably require you to transition seamlessly from daytime yacht parties to VIP bottle service at swanky rooftop clubs.

No? Ok, me neither. At least not yet…

The point is, you need to be ready for a hot, possibly humid day, then a much cooler night. Your heavy jackets are not going to cut it here.

You need something super light and packable, like this awesome nylon windbreaker from J. Crew.

A photo posted by The Modest Man (@modestmanstyle) on May 13, 2015 at 4:30pm PDT

It’s a simple jacket, but the color is awesome. Makes any outfit feel a little cooler.

4. High Quality Sunglasses – Lots of people say they don’t want to buy expensive sunglasses because they always lose them. Interestingly, it seems much easier to lose $10 sunglasses than $100 sunglasses…

But you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to get a solid pair of shades. My favorites are from Warby Parker.

Best Sunglasses
Warby Parker Beckett

Their website is great because you can sort by size and get exact dimensions. You can also try up to five pairs at home for free.

If you have a narrow face like me, you’ll love the size and proportion of the Becketts.

If you’re on a budget, Sunglass Warehouse is an excellent affordable alternative.

5. Loafer Socks (a.k.a. “No Show Socks”) – The sockless look is so effortless and cool, but let’s be honest – it can be a little gross. Lots of guys never go sockless because they think it will be too uncomfortable.

The solution, my friends, is no show socks. But there are lots of crappy loafer socks that will slip off after a few minutes and fall apart after a few wears.

Extra no show socks
Left: NinjaSox / Right: Falke Invisible Step

If you want high quality no show socks that actually work, check out my detailed guide about the best no show socks for men.

6. Oil Absorbing Sheets – Maybe you’re the kind of person with perfect skin that never gets oily or shiny. In that case, you don’t need these magical oil absorbing sheets. For the rest of us, these things are priceless.

7. Foot Powder – When you do go truly sockless (i.e., no loafer socks), your feet will sweat. The best way to combat this is with odor absorbing foot powder.

You can also use this to let your shoes recuperate after you take them off at the end of the day. (Pro Tip: Don’t wear them two days in a row.)

8. Man Powder – The worst place to feel discomfort and unwanted moisture is around your crotch. And the best way to prevent this is by using body powder “down there”.

Matte for Men powder

Simply sprinkle a small amount of this magical fairy dust inside your underwear, around your valuables, and you’re off to the races!

Feel free to reapply throughout the day, as needed.

9. Deodorizing Wipes – Sometimes it’s so hot outside that you feel like taking multiple showers throughout the day. But this isn’t realistic. You’re a busy man! Sometimes you just need to “freshen up” a bit.

The best way to do that is with deodorizing wipes. I’ve got a box of these Niche for Men wipes, and they’re fantastic. They have a nice masculine scent, but it’s not overpowering.

If you want wipes that work for your face and body, try these Matte for Men cleansing cloths.

Matte for Men wipes

Either way, you’ll be feeling clean and dry in minutes (even if you sweat a lot).

10. Weekend Bag – It’s not a suitcase, briefcase, messenger bag or backpack. It’s in a class of its own.

It’s your throw-some-stuff-in-a-bag-and-hit-the-beach-for-a-night-or-two travel companion. It’s the bag you can pack in 10 minutes.

It’s the bag that likes a little abuse, so feel free to throw it around. Any weekend bag will do, like the J. Fold Montreal DuffleI’m using below.

A photo posted by The Modest Man (@modestmanstyle) on Apr 18, 2015 at 8:45am PDT

BONUS: Fresh Haircut – I’m not saying you have to chop all your hair off when it gets hot outside, but there’s nothing like a clean, fresh summer haircut.

Fresh summer haircut
A refreshing change from the longer undercut side part | watch | book

Maybe it’s time to try something new. If you’ve had the same haircut for a few months (or years), I challenge you to break out of your comfort zone and go wild.

After all, it’s only hair, and one day you won’t have any left. Plus, if you hate your new haircut, you can just buzz it off and start over.

Got any hot weather tips? Leave them in the comments below!

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About Brock McGoff

The Modest Man founder, Brock is an aspiring minimalist who enjoys working out, spending time with his family, discovering new brands and creating great content.

Background: Brock McGoff has a bachelor's degree in psychology and a professional background in digital marketing. He believes that men's fashion is just one facet of self-improvement, and he started The Modest Man to help regular guys feel more confident by improving their appearance.

An east coast native, Brock currently lives in Arizona with his wife and daughter. When he's not working, he spends time with family, training BJJ, reading/listening to books and podcasts, and unsuccessfully trying to decide which movie to stream.

Expertise: Brock has built a men's lifestyle YouTube channel with over 400k subscribers. He's also worked as the creative marketing manager in a men's apparel startup. Brock has been quoted in, mentioned by or featured in publications like Esquire, Huff Post, Men's Health, WWD and Forbes.

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  1. David says

    June 27, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    Great video, as always. I ordered a three pack from meundies, using the link you provided, but it did not appear to give me the 20% discount. Perhaps there is no discount for a three pack? Just wanted to let you know in case there is an issue with the link.

    Reply
  2. Joe says

    June 27, 2017 at 7:31 pm

    Nice?

    Reply
  3. Ron Krajenbrink says

    June 27, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    Thanks Brock, great article. It would be great to have these (men) products available in New Zealand!

    Reply
  4. Charlie says

    June 27, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    I sweat a lot in the summer, esp. when its humid. Face Saver antiperspirant gel has been a life saver. Keeps my head from ending up soaking wet, which is kind of embarrassing.

    Reply
  5. Peter says

    November 1, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    Great Post! Where did you get your shirt by the way?

    Reply
  6. Chris says

    August 20, 2015 at 10:37 am

    Love the shoes. Where’d you get the shoelaces?

    Reply
    • Brock says

      August 20, 2015 at 12:06 pm

      They come with the shoes, along with the standard orange-ish laces (if you buy the J. Crew version).

      Reply
  7. Aaron says

    June 12, 2015 at 11:16 am

    sunglasses

    Reply
  8. The Kentucky Gent says

    May 19, 2015 at 3:38 pm

    Thank god for no-show socks, especially during the Summer when wearing chucks.

    Josh – The Kentucky Gent
    http://thekentuckygent.com

    Reply
  9. Carey Ivery says

    May 19, 2015 at 1:48 pm

    Mositure wicking underwear is essential for summer. Helps me stay dry in the crotch area. I live in Texas, the humidity can be a b***h.

    Reply
    • Carl says

      May 19, 2015 at 1:49 pm

      Thin Merino wool underwear rocks!

      Reply
    • Richard says

      May 12, 2016 at 4:18 pm

      I was gonna mention underwear, beat me to the Punch.

      Reply
  10. BJV says

    May 19, 2015 at 8:38 am

    Never cared for the sockless look; a little too feminine for my taste. Reminds me of that ubiquitous ‘pedal-pusher’ style girls have worn forever. And aren’t we “under 5-9s” advised to tuck in the shirt?

    Reply
  11. Khoi N. (@lifeaskhoi) says

    May 18, 2015 at 4:45 pm

    Sup Brock, loving the getup. The colors compliment well and the casual vibe exudes an ‘effortless cool’. That weekend bag is really nice too. Loving the earthy tones. And no-show socks ftw. I just can’t do sockless..

    As for an addition, a nice blue chambray button down.

    Reply
    • Brock says

      May 18, 2015 at 5:35 pm

      Thanks, Khoi! Good call on the chambray BD.

      Reply
  12. Carl says

    May 18, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    Linen blazer

    Reply
    • Brock says

      May 18, 2015 at 3:38 pm

      Nice addition!

      Reply
  13. Carl says

    May 18, 2015 at 3:10 pm

    Nice looking outfit…shouldn’t modest men stock to dark colour clothing for the streamlining effect? Doesn’t your shirt break that?

    Reply
    • Brock says

      May 18, 2015 at 3:39 pm

      As long as you know the rules, it’s okay to break them 😉

      Reply
      • Carl says

        May 18, 2015 at 3:43 pm

        So its ok to wear a bright light coloured shirt.

        Reply
        • Brock says

          May 18, 2015 at 4:16 pm

          Definitely!

          Reply

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