A couple weeks ago "my coach" brought home an article from the local paper titled Motivate Your Man. It told of a free seminar featuring Clinton Kelly from TLC's What Not to Wear. Since I had recommended his book in The Coach's Wife, I thought it would be fun to attend- especially if my coach was open to suggestions! Clinton's job was to inspire and advise women on how to motivate their man in fashion and hygiene. Our daughter Ashley went with me, and we both came away learning a lot. Clinton did not disappoint. He was very hip and very relaxed. He said that many women ask, "How do I get my husband to dress better or change his hairstyle?" He said to "be direct, give information, and set reasonable goals." For example, instead of beating around the bush, tell your man exactly what you think. Say something like, "Honey, I love you, but I hate those nasty pants. You need to throw them out now." Then be ready to make good suggestions. It may feel like baby steps, but try suggesting a great haircut the first month, then the next month go for new shoes (with belt to match the shoes, and socks to match his slacks), and the next month find some updated great fitting jeans.

Clinton said that a man shrugs off the responsibility of his appearance onto the woman. A man does not look at TV and magazines for grooming advice like women do; instead, men look to the women in their lives. Lots more ideas are available in his book