Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: The Fab 5's Guide to Looking Better, Cooking Better, Dressing Better, Behaving Better, and Living Better.

Mitzel, John

Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: The Fab 5's Guide to Looking Better, Cooking Better, Dressing Better, Behaving Better, and Living Better

by The Fab Five

Clarkson Potter, 256 pages (illustrated), $27.50

I've never seen an episode of the hit TV series, Queer Eye For The Straight Guy, but I've certainly read about it. At first, I suspected that it might be something along the lines of a minstrel show, but fans of the series assure me it has a gentle touch, creates a sympathetic aura and, yes, goes for some of the obvious jokes. Anyway, the public has embraced it. And the five guys-Ted, Kyan, Thom, Carson, and Jai--are enjoying their sudden media fame. Brand new is their book tie-in with the TV show. It's a glossy how-to make-over book. Nicely designed, it's chock full of tips on what to do and what not to do. First up is food. There's a list of foods to avoid at fancy restaurants--things that splash tomato sauce or grease on your nice tie and shirt. There are suggestions for appropriate dishes to prepare for that special at-home dinner with someone dear. Grooming tips tackle issues like nose hairs, the quality of toilet paper, and the importance of flossing. Housekeeping hints include hiding the porn before guests arrive. Fashion news recommends a pink shirt, five basic pairs of shoes, and the important role of accessories. Social tips tell you how to jazz up a date.