Class, as informally defined by Dictionary.com, is "showing stylish excellence." While this statement does have truth in it, this definition is lacking what a man of class should possess. Seeing as though I have just finished the Initiation Week of the fraternity full of men of class, I'll attempt to shed some light on you boys trying to be men. While there are many lessons to learn on how to be classy, I'll just briefly touch on a few of these basics every man should know.
1. There is never anything wrong with a tie-clip.
Before you even read the words I am currently typing, just soak this picture in. Drink it all in, because it all goes down smooth. The tie clip is one of the less major accessories any man can have in his arsenal, but it adds class without question. Have an important interview with somebody you really want to impress? Slap this bad boy on any skinny tie you have, and you'll be golden, ponyboy.
2. It costs absolutely nothing to be polite.
Yes, this may very well be the truth for you gentlemen out there, but never let that stop you from either holding a door open for the person behind you, or even helping somebody out in the elevator when he/she has his/her hands full. Once you accomplish said polite task, simply look into your wallet. You'll most likely notice you will neither gain nor lost any money at all by doing this small deed. Don't worry though, this was free before Bernie Sanders started his campaign.
3. Always remember your family.
Gentlemen, most women want that family man in their lives. So with that being said, you might as well start the impressing process now while you've still got the time and energy. If you have younger cousins, use them to your full advantage. Post pictures of you smiling with these kids, and you'll be off to a great start. I mean, your family is also who raised you, so remember what you've been taught.
4. Shoe color and belt color = MATCH
Please, for the love of all that is Holy, do not leave your house without matching these two accessories of clothing. Failure to do so may result in endless harassment from friends, snickers from strangers on the street, or you spontaneously being struck by lightning. This is the basic every man should know already. If you didn't before though, now you do.
5. Don't hide your intelligence.
Despite popular television shows, movies, and maybe the occasional real-life situation, intelligence is attractive. Now I'm definitely not saying anything at all is wrong with being in love with a Forrest Gump, if that's your type. I am saying that if you're legitimately intelligent, as in you have been excelling in your studies, brag about that! You're going to college as a student. The government sometimes views college students as having college as one of their possibly many jobs. So, be proud of your big brains, ya geniuses with class.
