Many retailers and organizations are selling trendy clothing that can really brighten up your wardrobe. If exposing all of your goods isn’t your thing, you can still represent by wearing some great Pride apparel. Just add a little glitter, a hint of body spray, let simmer for at least 10 minutes or so, and voila! You’re a walking meat market and the boys are ready to buy whatever you have to offer.
But, if you have the confidence, the attitude, and the smarts on how to wear them tastefully, then this style can be mighty fierce to work. If the fit is so tight to the point you can’t breathe, or if it looks and feels uncomfortable, don’t buy them. Not everyone is a size small, and not every person is going to want to wear something that tight or revealing. And even if you’re not particularly built for tight underwear, there are styles that flatter different body types. Brands like 2(x)ist are sold in several styles for the boys who want to put on a show to fellow pride goers.įrom sports briefs to surf trunks to board shorts, you can easily get an appreciative look or two with these types of underwear. There are plenty of sexy yet flattering brands of underwear at your disposal for all of your Pride fun, especially during the parade festivities. How often are you able to wander out in public in nothing but tight undies? And no, those wild drunken nights out at the local leather bar do not count. If you want to really show your pride and are comfortable with going a little more out there, reveal some skin.
You’re not going vegetable picking in the old country! Baggy shorts often look bulky when worn with a slimming top, and you don’t want to look like you’re wearing a potato sack. If you’re not into showing off a little leg, shorts that are slightly longer will still work, as long as you’re aware of your body’s proportions. Plus, if you mix in a little color and some appropriate patterns, your outfit immediately looks hip. With a length just above the knee, this style is playful and flirty. Using vibrant but light colors will make your overall outfit more fun and youthful while keeping you nice and cool.Īs for the shorts themselves, cutoffs are a highly recommended choice for the summer weather. The look still says “simple,” yet screams “sexy!” while keeping you cool during the sizzling hot weather.įor a more relaxed look that won’t have you sweating profusely, a simple short-sleeved collar shirt with a slimming pair of shorts will do the trick. Want to really show off your figure without showing too much? Throw on a tank top instead, and add a simple accessory such as a necklace or a lightweight scarf. I know you may not want to draw too much attention to yourself, but it is gay pride, so why not celebrate with a little color in your outfit?
In order to show off my physique, I personally enjoy wearing the longer v-neck shirts that are little more tight and snug - hey, I won’t look this way forever! When picking out your shirts, don’t be afraid to play with bright colors. If the weather is too hot for pants or jeans – and here is hoping that it is – brush the dust off those shorts and take them out for a spin. Let’s start with the basics: for the boys who just want to get to the point and don’t want to draw too much attention to what they’re actually wearing, try a v-neck t-shirt with a slimming pair of jeans or pants. There are many styles and trends that are gay-appropriate for Pride, but here are a few options that might especially suit your fancy. All that’s missing is a big BBQ, some Cobb salad, and my favorite game, “pin the wig on the drag queen.”
After all, what better time to show your own fierce pride than when you have your entire gay family together for a giant gay family reunion. In this week’s TGH, I wanted to share some tips on how to celebrate with your own style wherever you might be going for Pride. Yes, it’s that time of year again when many of my GLBT brothers and sisters venture out to celebrate their individuality as gay folks.Īnd by venturing out, I mean frightening all of the straight people with our rainbow paraphernalia, glitter, and fierceness. Over the past few days, I’ve gotten myself into a tizzy because my hectic schedule hasn’t left me the time to work on my outfit for this year’s Pride festivities.