What clothes look awful on men?

[Anonymous]

Deck shoes, unless actually sailing and even then, no

[Anonymous]

Light wash Levis- always go with a darker jean.

[Anonymous]

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oversized suits. even if you are fat, no oversized suits.

Bah, I had a cancer, now in remission, and my suits are too big now. Not spending $500 for a new suit I might wear once a year.

What if you spent $100 on some tailoring?

Seriously tailoring never crossed my mind. Thank you for the suggestion. I have my black funeral suit and a light beige summer suit. Thank You!!

You're welcome! I'm happy your cancer is in remission. I'm certain you'll look great in your tailored suit.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:
oversized suits. even if you are fat, no oversized suits.

Bah, I had a cancer, now in remission, and my suits are too big now. Not spending $500 for a new suit I might wear once a year.

What if you spent $100 on some tailoring?

Seriously tailoring never crossed my mind. Thank you for the suggestion. I have my black funeral suit and a light beige summer suit. Thank You!!

Yes, tailoring is the key. Off the rack suits almost never properly fit anyone. While you are at it, get your dress shirts tailored too. Not expensive and they look so much better.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:White t-shirt/undershirt showing under a button down shirt — all kinds of no
Anything too tight that accentuates a paunch
Khakis
Tennis shoes and white socks

This is weird/bad why?

[Anonymous]

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Have your pants hemmed so they break properly over your shoes.

I don’t know what can be done about sleeves that are too long when you have a large neck and girth- but it’s bad.

Don’t wear a button down collar with a suit.

Dress shoes should be polished and a current style.

If you are on the heavy side, avoid loafers- even if you’re not, oxfords are better.

Navy is always better than brown.

Plaid, Madras or Seersucker for short sleeve shirts- no solids. A t shirt ( only wear graphic tees if you have seen the band, drank at the bar, etc.)is usually better than a Hawaiian shirt, if Hawaiian, choose a reverse print Reyn Spooner pullover style.

I agree with much of your list, but the bold are fine, and can even be great trad style. Not to mention, loafers can be great with a suit. Maybe not penny loafers. Indeed, loafers are the shoe of choice for black tie.

As for sleeve length, they should be tailored. Shirts almost never fit properly without a little nip and tuck.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Deck shoes, unless actually sailing and even then, no

I have Timberland deck shoes that are 25 years old. Best shoes I have ever owned. I wear them daily.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The weird joggers -- you know those with loose seat/thighs and tight ankles? Your legs look like mutton chops, your hips look round and feminine looking. Overall the joggers make your legs look short and stubby and the proportions are all wrong.

Kilt -- no man looks good in it. Why are we all lying and pretending that it is masculine? Yes, the men may be brawny and hairy and going commando, and they may have nice legs (at least those in movies) but this is a weird outfit.

Butt showing pants -- the clothes that some young men wear, where the pants are below their butt and they show their underwear. It only reminds me of the "great toilet paper shortage". It looks all of them are walking super uncomfortably because after taking a shit they did not have a tp to wipe themselves.

Butt-Crack showing pants -- mostly the fat plumber look. Each time they bend, their pants slides showing their hairy crack.

Other than that, men can dress in suits of any era and they look alright. Not much is expected of them. Wear clothes that fit you, clothes that are ironed, not ripped etc. Match shoes to your belt, if you can help it. Button up your shirt appropriately. Wear appropriate clothes for the event, occasion. Don't wear chains, necklaces, lots of rings etc. Don't show your underwear.

Shut your damn mouth!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:This thread makes me question what I should be wearing on my feet on a random summer day.

Not me, I'm going with flip flops, accentuated with cargo shorts. I really don't care what people think.

Looks like you never left 1995.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Have your pants hemmed so they break properly over your shoes.

I don’t know what can be done about sleeves that are too long when you have a large neck and girth- but it’s bad.

Don’t wear a button down collar with a suit.

Dress shoes should be polished and a current style.

If you are on the heavy side, avoid loafers- even if you’re not, oxfords are better.

Navy is always better than brown.

Plaid, Madras or Seersucker for short sleeve shirts- no solids. A t shirt ( only wear graphic tees if you have seen the band, drank at the bar, etc.)is usually better than a Hawaiian shirt, if Hawaiian, choose a reverse print Reyn Spooner pullover style.

I agree with much of your list, but the bold are fine, and can even be great trad style. Not to mention, loafers can be great with a suit. Maybe not penny loafers. Indeed, loafers are the shoe of choice for black tie.

As for sleeve length, they should be tailored. Shirts almost never fit properly without a little nip and tuck.

I almost always wear a button down with a suit. I prefer all cotton and most dress shirts are a poly blend.

[Anonymous]

Why is this in the relationship forum?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:White t-shirt/undershirt showing under a button down shirt — all kinds of no
Anything too tight that accentuates a paunch
Khakis
Tennis shoes and white socks

This is weird/bad why?

+1. Don't understand these either.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The weird joggers -- you know those with loose seat/thighs and tight ankles? Your legs look like mutton chops, your hips look round and feminine looking. Overall the joggers make your legs look short and stubby and the proportions are all wrong.

Kilt -- no man looks good in it. Why are we all lying and pretending that it is masculine? Yes, the men may be brawny and hairy and going commando, and they may have nice legs (at least those in movies) but this is a weird outfit.

Butt showing pants -- the clothes that some young men wear, where the pants are below their butt and they show their underwear. It only reminds me of the "great toilet paper shortage". It looks all of them are walking super uncomfortably because after taking a shit they did not have a tp to wipe themselves.

Butt-Crack showing pants -- mostly the fat plumber look. Each time they bend, their pants slides showing their hairy crack.

Other than that, men can dress in suits of any era and they look alright. Not much is expected of them. Wear clothes that fit you, clothes that are ironed, not ripped etc. Match shoes to your belt, if you can help it. Button up your shirt appropriately. Wear appropriate clothes for the event, occasion. Don't wear chains, necklaces, lots of rings etc. Don't show your underwear.

What's not to like?

[Anonymous]

Lederhosen

[Anonymous]

Funny, as a European some of your list would be the opposite for me: yes to skinny ties and tighter fitting clothes… as long as the man is thin…

American suits are just way too baggy to be elegant. Looks like teenager outfits or suits from the 80s to me. Been fighting DH for years so that he wears more tailored clothes (and as a thin 6ft4” he would wear skinny suits so well)