Please, you’ve got to stop

Gents, it’s about time we have a discussion. Those of you that literally don’t care about the way you look, now is a good time to “X” out of this post, those of you that do, stick around. There is something that I’ve noticed that is very prevalent in the “going out” world, and it needs to stop. What I’m talking about is every male dressing the exact same to “go out” after work: button-down shirt you would normally wear to work (untucked), no undershirt, boring jeans that you probably paid way too much for, and shoes that you would also normally wear to work. I like to call this look the “Murray Hill.” But not because the guy in the video isn’t fashionable, but rather because the residents of the neighborhood in which he describes are the prime suspects.

Listen, you look like you’re wearing your work clothes with jeans. That is stupid. You also look like everyone else, and that too is stupid. Why don’t you try and maybe buy a few shirts and shoes that you wouldn’t wear to work? I suggest plaids. Very fashionable right now, and can be worn in many different ways.

Or, maybe something military inspired.  Also very hip, and shows that you put a little bit more effort into your outfit then “hmm, which work shirt is still pressed from the last batch of dry cleaning?”

Or, plaid and millitary inspired? Hell, go crazy!

Or, why not try a nice sweater in the winter? It is getting colder, so why not be warm but also fashionable?

This should steer you in the right path. Maybe get both and try a layered look? You can read about that here.  And if you don’t know where to shop, stick to the basics: Gap, Banana Republic,  (I post coupons all the time) or read this for something funkier.

For shoes, where do I begin? There are literally over a million different pairs of shoes you could buy that you don’t have to wear to work. If that’s just your “look” select a pair of shoes that you may wear to work that are a tad more fashionable, and then….you ready….DON’T WEAR THEM TO WORK! Watch how much cooler you’ll look than when you wear your beat up Johnson & Murphys.

Or if you want to say “hey I know a little bit about fashion,” then get a pair of cool sneakers. I’ve only reviewed 100 pairs in the 2 months this site has been up.

Guys listen, this post was not merely a tool to promote the fashion-forward prowess of our writers (meaning me, and my wife). Think of it more like an intervention. I can’t stand to go to one more bar and see 200 guys dressed exactly the same, and then leave to find an additional 300 dressed like the one’s I just saw roaming the streets. I know, we’re guys and we’re not supposed to care about fashion. Well dammit, it’s 2010 and it’s time to wake up.  Let’s work on the “fun” part of your closet.  Your wife, girlfriend, or the chick in the bar you’re trying to mack on will appreciate it.