Wednesday, December 21, 2011

"Always dress like you're going to run into your ex." // Thoughts on Men's Fashion

Last week I heard what might quite possibly be one of the most brilliant concepts. "Always dress like you're going to run into your ex." And wait for it... it was a man who told me this. A very well-dressed man at that. It was his response to my compliment on his attire. I love it.

While this obviously applies to both men and women, I love knowing there are men out there who put some extra thought into what they put on every day rather than grabbing their solitary pair of jeans and crinkled Gap button-down. Granted, I love the Gap. But did anyone see Crazy, Stupid, Love? Ryan Gosling's: "Say it with me. I'm better than the Gap!" It made me chuckle. Mainly because I do wear Gap. Anyway, I digress...

Men's fashion doesn't have to be crazy. It's amazing what a simple sweater over a collared shirt, or a tailored button-down with tie (with jeans!), or a sport coat over a tee can do. Men are men. They are naturally sexy. Doesn't matter if their hair is a bit messy or their face is scruffy. They don't have to wear make-up. Or bras. Or Spanx. Or spend hours curling or straightening their hair. So it's nice when they take an extra five minutes putting together an unwrinkled, well-fitting outfit. Invest in one nice shirt, splurge on an amazing pair of shoes, add a couple sweaters to your wardrobe that don't have crewneck collars. Others will take notice.

All photos from Bright.Bazaar's Fashion Pinboard ---> great pinning, Will!
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35 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    love everything about this post! Men are just so naturally sexy!

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  2. Molly RasmussenDecember 21, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    All I gotta say about this post is... YES. Every male needs to read this!

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  3. Gloria @ A Little PaintDecember 21, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    I'm pinning almost EVERY image. Each time I pin one, I see the next and have to add it too! I was just inspired to create a pinboard for dressing my guy.

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  4. WKDecember 21, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Oh my goodness, I love it! This will be my new closet montra. Along with "Every outfit is an opportunity"

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  5. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Every guy should take tips from this post, so many great styling inspirations! I love his philosophy of dressing...simply genius!

    xx

    Ashley

    http://goldendivine.blogspot.com

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  6. unsecured bad credit loansDecember 21, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Good looking guys, they so sexy...

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  7. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I think what I love most about these (besides the fact that I L-O-V-E Henry Cavill) is that none of these men look like they are trying too hard. It really doesn't take much. And I think this is a great concept for anyone to dress by (also love the comment "Every outfit is an opportunity").

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  8. One Stylish Day at a TimeDecember 21, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Ryan Gosling's wardrobe in Crazy, Stupid, Love was absolutely amazing. Granted I love to look at Ryan Gosling no matter what he is wearing, his outfits in that movie made him so much more sexy. Ever since watching that movie with the bf, he has been stepping up his game a bit. I think that Gap comment got his attention!

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  9. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    thanks for the post. Okay, it's official, I've gotta watch Crazy, Stupid, Love. I love that quote, "I'm better than the GAP". Also, guys do have it easier, much easier, pressed chinos and nice shirt and shoes and they're good to go.

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  10. p-l-a-i-dDecember 21, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    I absolutely love when men get dressed up nicely! It really makes all the difference!

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  11. GraceDecember 21, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    I love this! I love men's fashion more than I love women's fashion (mainly because I think I love the men inside the clothes more...). But it's so true. When men put a little bit more time into their morning routine, people do take notice.

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  12. Nikki RappaportDecember 21, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Such a cute round up of sexy men. I love this post. Gotta find me one of these guys... :)

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  13. srldesignDecember 21, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Awww...gorgeous. Thanks for posting all the eye-candy, they look amazing. Definitely good advice for ALL of us! haha!

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  14. Miss V & Miss DDecember 21, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Oh so dapper. :)

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  15. victoria | vmac+cheeseDecember 21, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Hahahaha I LOVE this....and I think it's going to be my new style mantra. Funnily enough, in the last year, the bf has taken a major interest in refining his personal style. When he heard the "Be better than the GAP" quote when we watched Crazy, Stupid, Love, it was like redemption for him.

    Oh, and the eye candy in this post is totally making my day. So thanks for that. :)

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  16. AmyDecember 21, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    I think every guy and every girl needs to read this post. My mother raised me to dress as if I might run into the right person - the right person to date, the right person to marry, the right person who might help me land that BIG job ... just the right person. I have yet to tell her how much I appreciate this advice - I have run into countless people (including exes, girlfriends of exes ...) that make that extra few minutes in front of the mirror worth it. And I can appreciate a man who does the same!

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  17. Grace (The Stripe)December 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I loved this, and I love that advice! Having run into an ex, once in sweaty gym clothes and another time in a sequined skirt and cute ensemble, I can definitely attest - it's much better when it's the latter.

    And yes, boys... You are better than the Gap!!

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  18. LeslieDecember 21, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Umm, I haven't seen the movie, but knowing that quote definitely has me adding it to my list! My husband has been adding a sweater to his normal dress shirt and slacks, and I notice that it makes a difference!

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  19. Allyson [Mimosas in the Morning]December 21, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    If any of my exes looked like them... I'd be running BACK to them. Not just into them. And thank you! I have forwarded this post to my boyfriend.

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  20. BethDecember 21, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Oh how I wish I could get my husband to put a little thought into his appearance. But no, jeans and T-shirts all the time! Maybe I should send him a link to this post...

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  21. Stephanie {a dash of GLAM}December 21, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    What a great philosophy to dressing! Luckily, my bf has taken more of an interest in how he looks, but I'm still going to show him this post : )

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  22. L.A. in the bayDecember 21, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    love it all!

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  23. LisaDecember 21, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    This post is so true! And thanks for sharing this advice and these beautiful pictures! Just started following you!

    silkchocolate.blogspot.com

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  24. cleanupnicelyDecember 21, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    GREAT philosophy!
    Sometimes just the extra 5 minutes makes us walk a little taller, hold our head a little higher, and maybe even strut :)

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  25. bevyDecember 21, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    this is great. i always appreciate a well dressed man, or one who knows what to wear based on the occasion.

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  26. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    I can't stop staring at this post. Dave needs to read this, stat!

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  27. Will @ Bright.BazaarDecember 21, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    I was scrolling through this thinking, I need to pin this, and this and this.... and so on, until I saw your kind words and link up to my pinterest board at the end - thank you! I love that grey coat (and let's be honest, I woulda pinned Ryan clothes or no clothes - HELLO!) ;)

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  28. MelissaDecember 21, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Um, yes... this mantra is great motivation to dress well, whether or not your ex lives in the same city! Besides, we've all got pics on facebook these days. Dressing well means more confidence... and less de-tagging!

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  29. Hello Lover...December 21, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    I am obsessed with this post! So many yummy men to look at - and most of them dressed pretty casually but still looking amazing!

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  30. KatieDecember 21, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    That is brilliant!

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  31. JoanaDecember 21, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    The guy with red pants is a Portuguese Blogger and is the man behind 'THE LISBON TAILOR'.
    I leave the link of his blog: http://thelisbontailor.blogspot.com.
    See and enjoy! :D

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  32. SamanthaDecember 21, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    It's all about the fit of the suit & layering! Such great picks!

    -Samantha
    www.thebrunetteone.com

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  33. svDecember 22, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    OMG best article ever!this is exactly what i think about like practically everday..why don't all men take the time to dress nicely?!i love the part about crazy stupid love to because I recently watched it and it was a coincidence cuz I was expecting to see Ryan Gosling pictured:)

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  34. Gaby [The Vault Files]December 22, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Haha that is one GREAT advice! I grew up hearing "get dressed as you were going to run into the love of your life" But then I always wondered, what after you do find him? This is perfect!

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  35. ashley nicole catherineJanuary 7, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    helloooo nurse. i love this. and yes, this is fab advice for the girls too! xo

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