• September 25, 2006
• Vol. 66
• No. 13

Andy Roddick Rates the Year's Big Trends

The Tennis Star Gives a Man's Point of View on Which Women's Looks Are Grand Slams and Which Are Double Faults

• 
• 

From PEOPLE Magazine

Andy Roddick certainly knows his way around a tennis court. But recently he began contributing to the court of public opinion as well: On his new blog (at andyroddick.com), he weighs in on everything from politics to men's style. We asked the tennis ace for his take on some of the year's top women's trends. He agreed, with one caveat: "I'll be the first to say my own closet is suspect. At best, I own three pairs of jeans and a couple of Lacoste polo shirts. I'm just giving a guy's view." Here are his best shots (at the clothes—not, it should be pointed out, at the celebs wearing them).

"I must confess, I am a leg guy! If a woman's stems are in good shape, a mini is a great way to show them off."

"Uh, no thanks. I'm sorry, but this is my least favorite look. For some reason, I think it's sloppy looking, and most people can't even wear them ... which is actually a good thing."

"I give it a big 'boo'! You've got to ask yourself: 'How much do I really need to go to lunch?' They look like they need wheels."

"I actually dig this look. I am more partial towards girls wearing them casually as opposed to dressing them up. I also like them more as pants, or under skirts rather than dresses. I like this look because it can make a girl look casually stylish without trying too hard."

"I like this look. With heels, it's a great way to show off legs. It's like a miniskirt, with more of a dressed-down casual look, which I am a fan of."

More From This Article

Cleavage and Bare Midriff

A little slice of heaven—or too much titillation?

"For me, it's not a necessity, and in many cases too much of a good thing. I guess I kind of look at it like: Would I want a girlfriend, sister or mom sporting this look? ... Probably not."

"Baring well-toned abs can be really sexy. Call me crazy, but I think it works best when it's just a little patch of skin peeking out of an otherwise conservative outfit."

Shoes

Which were made for gawking?

Wedges "Love wedges! Mellow, but great look for the legs. Awesome with casual outfits."

Flats "I have to be honest, they are not my favorite, but I understand that they are more comfortable for cruising around during the day. At least they are practical."

Stilettos "I love stilettos. For me, they are the classic symbol of sexy."

Platforms "I think platforms look a little chunky. They make feet look too big."