Putting a little thought into anything is rarely a bad move. But putting a lot of thought into something can quickly do more harm then good. This is highly evident in the way we present ourselves to others, and attempting field goals.
Appreciating style is a means to an end. It’s not the end.
Finding and exploring your own personal sense of style is supposed to make things easier. It’ll make you more comfortable, confident, and at ease. But if you’re still thinking about what you’re wearing and the 59 steps you painstakingly took to get everything “just right” well after you’ve walked out the door, then you’re doing it wrong. You’ll be uncomfortable, lack confidence, and look uptight.
Nobody notices half as much as you think they do
Think you look awesome? Maybe you do. Who knows if anyone will notice and of course it’s more than fine if they don’t. Think you look awful even though you’ve given it a go? Again, chances are no one will really notice. Unless you’re dwelling on it as opposed to shrugging it off. Then it’s almost guaranteed you’ll stick out in the wrong way.
There really are no rules
Do your own thing. Overthinking the “rules” leads to not trying anything new because you’re afraid you can’t pull it off. With that said, there are a few guidelines that are best to respect (avoid brown shoes with a black suit, etc…)
Wear your guilty pleasures with confidence
Do you sheepishly love a pair of tattered old cargo shorts? Wear the damn cargo shorts. You’re not asking anyone else to wear them.
Your thoughts, over-thought or otherwise, are more than welcome in the comments below. Top Photo Credit.
Good suggestions. It’s pretty much spot on from what I believe.
Flawless Victory.
I’ve got an American Eagle rugby shirt that fits like a tent, but I just can’t part with it. Great post.
What about Cosby-sweaters, are those okay to wear?
Hell yeah. I walk out the door and I’m done thinking about my clothes. I’ll make sure my shirt’s tucked in and my tie isn’t getting loose, but save that? I already did my work before leaving.
As long as you’re enjoying some Jello Pudding, then yes. Pudding Pop also acceptable if you’re on the go.
avoid brown shoes with a black suit…
True. Better yet, avoid the black suit altogether as few people look good in solid black anyway.
On the Brown Shoes note, can I get a post on the flexibility of lighter shades of brown shoes? Hypothetically, let’s say a loyal reader just picked up a pair of brown/walnut Allen Edmonds during the Nordstrom Anniversary sale. I know the ultimate grey combo has the blessing but what about darker fabrics like charcoal. Is it purely a matter of color matching or does the occasion come into play? Like if that same reader hypothetically had an evening wedding to go to in a month, formal but not black tie. Save me from myself, ’cause hot damn I love the shoes.
Well, I always have to have Jello Pudding when I’m using my Kodak camera
I’d just like to add that tan shoes (or oxblood) with a black suit is acceptable, though daring. It’s best to know the rules before trying this, but it isn’t outside the realm of fashion.
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May be the most important post on style I’ve ever seen. That’s it.
Joe, the real question that this post raises is why you own a brain in a jar.
“You look like you’re heading to a funeral”….”Maybe I am.” Walk the Line.