What clothes look awful on men?

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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.

Like I said I really don't care what people think. In 1995 I was old enough to be your grandpa. I am not trying to impress anybody then or now.

[Anonymous]

Men are so easy. I honestly think they can wear most things, as long as the thing FITS well. Once I convinced my DH to get his shirt tailored, everyone started commenting on how skinny he looked. He used to drown in dress shirts because he has a thick neck, so needed a big size, but the arms and torso would be way too big. We got him some custom shirts, and some tailored, and the compliments started rolling in.

Huge baggy cargo shorts don't look great on anyone, a well fitting pair of khaki shorts look great.

So yeah. It's about fit.

[Anonymous]

Those faux retro bowling shirts in some silky poly with martini glass or atomic print.

[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.

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

That's not true. Buy nicer shirts, and avoid the J Crew, etc. type places. Plenty of places to get nice all cotton dress shirts without button-down collars. Although I do like button-down collars with a suit, but the style has to be right. The suit should be traditional single vent with a slightly less fitted look (although not ill fitting or baggy). Basically, a button-down suit can look nice, but you need to know what you are doing.

[Anonymous]

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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?

The hairy nekkid men are great, the outfit is weird. We have learned to ignore the outfit because of the nekkidness. But, it is a weird AF outfit.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: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)

But now to add to the no list:
- short sleeves shirts, def better to wear regular shirt and roll up sleeves as needed. Such a better look. Constant fight with DH
- REI multipockets cargo pants when you are heading for brunch and not a trek in the Amazon forest
- white socks if you are not playing tennis
- long baggy shorts
- brown suits, such an ugly color

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

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.

Like I said I really don't care what people think. In 1995 I was old enough to be your grandpa. I am not trying to impress anybody then or now.

That's good, because you're really not.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why is this in the relationship forum?

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Because a man’s sartorial choices are frequently a point of contention in a relationship. Also, because there are probably fewer men that would see/interact on Beauty forum.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote: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)

But now to add to the no list:
- short sleeves shirts, def better to wear regular shirt and roll up sleeves as needed. Such a better look. Constant fight with DH
- REI multipockets cargo pants when you are heading for brunch and not a trek in the Amazon forest
- white socks if you are not playing tennis
- long baggy shorts
- brown suits, such an ugly color

Yes, no to all Rick Steves approved travel attire - someone else mentioned but bears repeating: say no to convertible pants.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:"wifebeater" undershirts
Anything that is too small.
Being able to see junk through clothes
I don't mind sandals as long as feet are pedicured
Suits with vests

I think a suit with a vest can be very sharp. Here's a few:
https://lookastic.com/men/teal-suit/how-to-wear-with/waistcoat

I wouldn't say these guys look awful.

[Anonymous]

Open toes shoes,
tank tops
socks with sandles

[Anonymous]

Unless you wear suits regularly for work (and update them), on most occasions it is more appropriate and men look far better in a navy or black sports coat and pants.

[Anonymous]

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Unless you wear suits regularly for work (and update them), on most occasions it is more appropriate and men look far better in a navy or black sports coat and pants.

Hard disagree.

[Anonymous]

Oversized tshirts that come down to their crotch

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Tank tops, unless you're a fit gay dude (somehow they can pull it off)

Hawaiian shirts make me cringe

But its hot out. And I want to stay cool.