11Jan

Ask Pransey?

Dear Pransey,
I love southern style, but I dont like to stand out too much. While some guys look great in green pants and pink shirts, I usually stick to the classics. I would love a way to integrate some color into my casual wear without making a huge change. Could you point me in the right direction?
Thanks,
Scott

Dearest Scott,
There is nothing I like better than a well placed pop of color. Just the other day I was having brunch with a friend when we spotted a dashing young man clad only in classics. Though his stone khakis and blue button down were surely suitable, it was something small that made us swoon: his socks. Hovering above his horse-bits and peaking out from under his pants, sat a pair of blue, red and yellow argyle socks that deserved a double-take. This small staple will brighten your day and your wardrobe, so take a tip from the pics and put some pep in your step!~Pransey

Pantherella:

http://www.pantherella.co.uk/index.htm

Corgi:
http://www.carltonsapparel.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=catalog.catalog&categoryID=65

Thomas Pink:
http://www.thomaspink.com/pws/Home.ice

Happy Socks: New and pretty cool little company.
http://www.happysocks.com/

Socks

Dear Pransey, I love southern style, but I dont like to stand out too much. While some guys look great in green pants and pink shirts, I usually stick to the classics. I would love a way to integrate some color into my casual wear without making a huge change. Could you point me in the right direction? Thanks, Scott Dearest Scott, There is nothing I like better than a well placed pop of color. Just the other day I was having brunch with a friend when we spotted a dashing young man clad only in classics. Though his stone khakis and blue button down were surely suitable, it was something small that made us swoon: his socks. Hovering above his horse-bits and peaking out from under his pants, sat a pair of blue, red and yellow argyle socks that deserved a double-take. This small staple will brighten your day and your wardrobe, so take a tip from the pics and put some pep in your step!~Pransey Pantherella: http://www.pantherella.co.uk/index.htm Corgi: http://www.carltonsapparel.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=catalog.catalog&categoryID=65 Thomas Pink: http://www.thomaspink.com/pws/Home.ice Happy Socks: New and pretty cool little company. http://www.happysocks.com/ Socks

29Dec

New Year…Old Traditions Ring True For Gents!

We’ve taken another full trip around the sun and it’s time to ring in the New Year! And, no matter what your plans for your special celebration this New Year’s Eve, here are a few tried and true tips for our Beaus (and Belles too) this new beginnings night! Happy New Year and may you always have colorful cocktails to share with friends, polish and poise in every situation and the spirt of the South in your heart! Tips for Gents on New Year’s Eve: 1. Tux for Lux: If there ever was a night for a tuxedo, New Year’s Eve is the perfect fit! Ladies love a man in a tuxedo, so no matter what the affair, a tux is always in fashion! And I might know of a few bowties that would just be a perfect compliment to top it off! 2. Get the Good Stuff: Kick off your 2010 with the best “spirits” one can afford! Vintage Champagnes, Rare Bourbons, Fine Wines are surely to be enjoyed and appreciated with love and laughter until the clock strikes! 3. The Gentleman’s Glance: Always, always glance around at other guests to ensure no one is left out of the socializing or without a dance partner! Especially in the South, Gentlemen should always do their best to make sure ALL ladies are included and made to feel special particularly on New Years! 4. Goodnight Kiss: It is tradition to kiss your belle at midnight! Even if it’s a friendly kiss on the cheek, be sure to follow it up with a warm embrace and a sincere compliment! Also, a word to the wise…Cigars although some guys celebrate with these, please hold off until after the countdown & kiss! 5. Don’t just look your best, but BE the BEST for others! Happy New Year! veuve_vintage_sub_subpransey_sig_2
We’ve taken another full trip around the sun and it’s time to ring in the New Year! And, no matter what your plans for your special celebration this New Year’s Eve, here are a few tried and true tips for our Beaus (and Belles too) this new beginnings night! Happy New Year and may you always have colorful cocktails to share with friends, polish and poise in every situation and the spirt of the South in your heart! Tips for Gents on New Year’s Eve: 1. Tux for Lux: If there ever was a night for a tuxedo, New Year’s Eve is the perfect fit! Ladies love a man in a tuxedo, so no matter what the affair, a tux is always in fashion! And I might know of a few bowties that would just be a perfect compliment to top it off! 2. Get the Good Stuff: Kick off your 2010 with the best “spirits” one can afford! Vintage Champagnes, Rare Bourbons, Fine Wines are surely to be enjoyed and appreciated with love and laughter until the clock strikes! 3. The Gentleman’s Glance: Always, always glance around at other guests to ensure no one is left out of the socializing or without a dance partner! Especially in the South, Gentlemen should always do their best to make sure ALL ladies are included and made to feel special particularly on New Years! 4. Goodnight Kiss: It is tradition to kiss your belle at midnight! Even if it’s a friendly kiss on the cheek, be sure to follow it up with a warm embrace and a sincere compliment! Also, a word to the wise…Cigars although some guys celebrate with these, please hold off until after the countdown & kiss! 5. Don’t just look your best, but BE the BEST for others! Happy New Year! veuve_vintage_sub_subpransey_sig_2

19Dec

All I Want for Christmas is….Treppy!

It’s no secret that Southern Belles usually have their hearts set on some very special items each Christmas! I am often asked what’s on my wish list and this year it’s ALL THINGS “TREPPY”! Yes you heard correctly, “TREPPY”? It’s a perfect combo of Trendy and Preppy….just think of your classic golden accessorized with this year’s proper plaid scarf! After all, Plaid is the new black! So Gents take notes because with only a few shopping days left you’ll need to reference the list below for any mistletoe action this season!! Merry Christmas! 1. TB’s (Tory Burch Revas)….Go Suede this season in a fun grape or royal color! 2. Chanel Petites…My favorite Style Icon has a full collection of perfectly petite perfumes to give you a sassy scent selection for all occasions! 3. Bubbles….A bottle of Gossett Grande Reserve Champagne is just the thing for merriment this Christmas and because sometimes a cup of cheer is the way to a woman’s heart! 4. Letterpress Stationary….You must check out www.chocolatebutterbean.com for custom creativity and cuteness! 5. Bangles & Bracelets.…Leave it to Kate Spade to put clever sayings on the inside of her fun idiom bangles! A must have stocking stuffer. And of course…. 2114593171_43133303e16. The Perfect Gift.…A Sweet & Smiling Southern Gentleman fully clad in tartan plaid pants, bits, a camel hair coat and all tied up like a perfectly wrapped present with a Southern Proper Beau Tie! I can’t think of a better gift this Christmas!
It’s no secret that Southern Belles usually have their hearts set on some very special items each Christmas! I am often asked what’s on my wish list and this year it’s ALL THINGS “TREPPY”! Yes you heard correctly, “TREPPY”? It’s a perfect combo of Trendy and Preppy….just think of your classic golden accessorized with this year’s proper plaid scarf! After all, Plaid is the new black! So Gents take notes because with only a few shopping days left you’ll need to reference the list below for any mistletoe action this season!! Merry Christmas! 1. TB’s (Tory Burch Revas)….Go Suede this season in a fun grape or royal color! 2. Chanel Petites…My favorite Style Icon has a full collection of perfectly petite perfumes to give you a sassy scent selection for all occasions! 3. Bubbles….A bottle of Gossett Grande Reserve Champagne is just the thing for merriment this Christmas and because sometimes a cup of cheer is the way to a woman’s heart! 4. Letterpress Stationary….You must check out www.chocolatebutterbean.com for custom creativity and cuteness! 5. Bangles & Bracelets.…Leave it to Kate Spade to put clever sayings on the inside of her fun idiom bangles! A must have stocking stuffer. And of course…. 2114593171_43133303e16. The Perfect Gift.…A Sweet & Smiling Southern Gentleman fully clad in tartan plaid pants, bits, a camel hair coat and all tied up like a perfectly wrapped present with a Southern Proper Beau Tie! I can’t think of a better gift this Christmas!

24Nov

Gratitude: In Style this Season

In the South our lives are blessed with many wonderful people, places and things! But here are a few of the special “little” graces we have to be thankful for this season! Happy Thanksgiving and Proper Wishes! 1. Handwritten Notes that Fill our Mailboxes 2. Bushels of Bowties on Southern Guys 3. Hearing our Favorite Song on the Radio 4. Huckleberry Friends…Especially those in Augusta, GA 5. Lazy Sunday Afternoons and Watching Old Movies 6. Sips of Champagne 7. Mastering Your Grandmother’s Fried Chocolate Pie Recipe 8. Southern Accents 9. Hugs that Last Longer that the Average Hug 10. Giving Unexpected Gifts to Others handwrittennote
In the South our lives are blessed with many wonderful people, places and things! But here are a few of the special “little” graces we have to be thankful for this season! Happy Thanksgiving and Proper Wishes! 1. Handwritten Notes that Fill our Mailboxes 2. Bushels of Bowties on Southern Guys 3. Hearing our Favorite Song on the Radio 4. Huckleberry Friends…Especially those in Augusta, GA 5. Lazy Sunday Afternoons and Watching Old Movies 6. Sips of Champagne 7. Mastering Your Grandmother’s Fried Chocolate Pie Recipe 8. Southern Accents 9. Hugs that Last Longer that the Average Hug 10. Giving Unexpected Gifts to Others handwrittennote

10Nov

Pransey’s Practical Principles
for Proper Livin’

When living in High Cotton there are some basic principles Southerner’s should always abide by. (And most of us have been blessed with experiences, fine home training and gracious grandmother’s that taught us that good manners and kindness are the perfume or cologne of the soul.) These 5 Proper Principles will always be in style and never get you in a pinch! 1. Be Humble! Do more listening than talking, more giving than taking, blame softly and praise loudly! 2. Be Courteous! Manners don’t cost a thing and they will take you a long way in life! Others take note of great kindness! 3. Be Sociable! Southern Parties, whether Cotillions, Deb Balls or Cocktail Soirees, are not just mere entertainment but an opportunity to be charitable and even accomplish a good deed! 4. Be Positive! A Good attitude is like Kudzu– once it gets going, it spreads like crazy! 5. Be Grateful! In the South, we are richly blessed with family, friends, home cooking, hospitality, nature, football and tradition! What’s not to love…and be sure to thank your lucky stars for every single day we have in the Southland. HighSociety
When living in High Cotton there are some basic principles Southerner’s should always abide by. (And most of us have been blessed with experiences, fine home training and gracious grandmother’s that taught us that good manners and kindness are the perfume or cologne of the soul.) These 5 Proper Principles will always be in style and never get you in a pinch! 1. Be Humble! Do more listening than talking, more giving than taking, blame softly and praise loudly! 2. Be Courteous! Manners don’t cost a thing and they will take you a long way in life! Others take note of great kindness! 3. Be Sociable! Southern Parties, whether Cotillions, Deb Balls or Cocktail Soirees, are not just mere entertainment but an opportunity to be charitable and even accomplish a good deed! 4. Be Positive! A Good attitude is like Kudzu– once it gets going, it spreads like crazy! 5. Be Grateful! In the South, we are richly blessed with family, friends, home cooking, hospitality, nature, football and tradition! What’s not to love…and be sure to thank your lucky stars for every single day we have in the Southland. HighSociety

20Oct

Proper Playlist:
Beats for Belles & Beaus

  1. Some Kind of Wonderful – Grand Funk Railroad
  2. Under the Boardwalk – The Drifters
  3. Beast of Burden – The Rolling Stones
  4. Sweet Southern Comfort – Buddy Jewell
  5. Dancing in the Moonlight – King Harvest
  6. Dixieland Delight – Alabama
  7. All Night Long – Lionel Richie
  8. Give Me Just a little More Time – General Johnson & The Chairmen of the Board
  9. Sharp Dressed Man – Brad Paisley
  10. Take it Easy – The Eagles
  11. Bad Moon Rising – Creedence Clearwater Revival
  12. Carolina In My Mind – James Taylor
  13. Southern Cross – Crosby Stills & Nash
  14. Let’s Stay Together – Al Green
  15. Ghetto Cowboy – Bone Thugs N Harmony
Drifters - Under the Boardwalk
  1. Some Kind of Wonderful – Grand Funk Railroad
  2. Under the Boardwalk – The Drifters
  3. Beast of Burden – The Rolling Stones
  4. Sweet Southern Comfort – Buddy Jewell
  5. Dancing in the Moonlight – King Harvest
  6. Dixieland Delight – Alabama
  7. All Night Long – Lionel Richie
  8. Give Me Just a little More Time – General Johnson & The Chairmen of the Board
  9. Sharp Dressed Man – Brad Paisley
  10. Take it Easy – The Eagles
  11. Bad Moon Rising – Creedence Clearwater Revival
  12. Carolina In My Mind – James Taylor
  13. Southern Cross – Crosby Stills & Nash
  14. Let’s Stay Together – Al Green
  15. Ghetto Cowboy – Bone Thugs N Harmony
Drifters - Under the Boardwalk

19Oct

Southern Proper is pleased as punch to introduce Miss Pransey Proper!

Pransey Proper would be the first to tell you she made her debut into society the very day she was born. It would just be a matter of years before the great southern town of Augusta could give her the proper ball she deserved in old fashioned grandeur. With all the makings of a true Southern Belle, her natural charm opened doors to Country Clubs and Cotillions alike. Living in Lilly and playing in pearls, she spent her girlhood acquiring southern graces and dates from gentlemen callers. While the boys back home were sad to see her go, her university was mighty glad she had arrived. Perfecting sorority style and tackling tailgates in Tory’s, she graduated with a degree in Proper Southern Living. Pransey is now the Southern Gent’s  official Go-to Girl for guidance ranging on topics from cummerbunds and cocktails to ladies and loafers! Pransey’s advice and style is much deeper than an accent and her social surroundings…after all true style isn’t just how you look, it’s how you act too! pranseyGirl_2
Pransey Proper would be the first to tell you she made her debut into society the very day she was born. It would just be a matter of years before the great southern town of Augusta could give her the proper ball she deserved in old fashioned grandeur. With all the makings of a true Southern Belle, her natural charm opened doors to Country Clubs and Cotillions alike. Living in Lilly and playing in pearls, she spent her girlhood acquiring southern graces and dates from gentlemen callers. While the boys back home were sad to see her go, her university was mighty glad she had arrived. Perfecting sorority style and tackling tailgates in Tory’s, she graduated with a degree in Proper Southern Living. Pransey is now the Southern Gent’s  official Go-to Girl for guidance ranging on topics from cummerbunds and cocktails to ladies and loafers! Pransey’s advice and style is much deeper than an accent and her social surroundings…after all true style isn’t just how you look, it’s how you act too! pranseyGirl_2
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