I was having a conversation the other day about modern styles (slutty dresses, sagging jeans, ultra skinny jeans on men, etc.) and how they just don't seem to work. I will go on record and say that most all styles out there in the fashion world are good. It's a matter of who is wearing the clothes and for what reason. Skinny jeans on a man are cool, but not when you are dressing in hip hop fashions ... it looks off. Yes ... I am specifically talking about you Washington, DC. GET IT TOGETHER!!! If you are going more for the artsy, intellectual, alternative fashion realm, the skinny jeans are gonna work on a guy. That is because the jeans are a bit girly, and that style has a sort of androgynous quality to it.
So, during the conversation we talked about how certain styles don't work. I argued that all styles work if they are properly done. So, I gave my top tip for a successful wardrobe: dress to be undressed. It's very simple and works in every style. If you dress everyday as if you want someone to want to undress you, you have style down cold. If you are of the urban hip hop style, then when you sag your jeans, you want them to sit just off your ass. Sagging puts your ass on display, so you want it to look it's best. It should be toned, firm, and paired with fitting briefs or boxer briefs. That way, when you walk down the street, your future significant other will see you and say to himself/herself, "Wow, he looks so good from behind, I wonder how good he looks in the front when he's out of those clothes." Get the tip now??
And this works for goths, preps, anyone. Sex sells, and sexy comes in all styles. It's your job to find your style, and then use it to attract. Most of my friends always hear me say I always wear clothes that I don't expect to wear for long. The clothes cling to what it should, hide what it should, and draw attention to areas I think you should look at ;-). That's what it's all about people.
To wrap this tip up, just remember that style is a life choice. You find mates this way, jobs, friends, etc., or you don't find them because of what you project through your clothing choices. What do you want your life to be? Choose wisely, and dress like you love yourself enough to put your best look forward.
Here's to style. Cheers!!
