Women may be at fault for their fashion choices, but gentlemen, you too have not made the best wardrobe ventures. Yes, it’s college; life is extremely casual, but don’t let this be the basis for your daily attire. Here are just a few words of advice…
(1) Stop looking like a giant bruise! Not everything goes with black, especially navy blue. No one wants to be reminded of black eyes, so just don’t wear these two colors together.
(2) You go to Fairfield. Yes, I am stereotyping here, but we go to one of the peppiest universities (a.k.a. JCrew U). Trying to emulate Eminem or other aspects of hip-hop culture is fine; but, please, stop wearing your hat to the side and pull your pants up.
(3) Pants deserve the right pair of shoes. In the few times that I have seen Fairfield men dress up, there has been one consistent mistake: khakis with black shoes. There is just too much contrast and it looks like you got dressed in the dark. Light or dark brown shoes are an appropriate and attractive substitute.
(4) Socks with sandals. Okay, wearing socks with athletic sandals totally defeats the purpose of sandals. Stop being indecisive: either wear socks with shoes or sneakers, or suck it up, wear sandals and bear the elements!
(5) Stop bathing yourself in cologne. When you are going out, a spritz of cologne is more than enough. However, when you are just going to class, drenching yourself in Axe body spray is drawing more attention to others that you didn’t bathe.
(6) Pajamas stay in the bedroom. Get changed before heading to class including those at 8 o’clock. If girls shouldn’t wear PJs, neither should you, guys! Warning: please do not combine this with violation #5.
(7) Warm-ups to class. Unless you plan on running a marathon after class, don’t wear warm-ups, especially matching get-ups. Even if you are heading to the gym after class, pack your workout clothes and change later.
(8) Say “no” to stains. Playing “What’s That Stain?” is not a socially acceptable game. Beer and food stains or any other unrecognizable discoloration on your clothing are not going to impress anyone. Invest in a stain stick and do your laundry!
If you are in violation of any of these guidelines, you should be fortunate that I told you now rather than later. I am not asking you to look like a GQ specimen, but just look presentable! Good luck and take my advice.
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