Are You Wearing Man Repellant?
A Man's View of Women's Fashion.
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Sometimes, in our blind pursuit of the latest trends, women don’t think about whether these clothes suit our bodies well, or whether a man would find these looks sexy. Just because most men won't admit to being interested in fashion, it turns out that they have definite opinions on what makes women look sexy and what does not. So, I asked some of our male friends on Facebook what fashion trends they could do without. Read on for their highly-entertaining thoughts:
Trend: Ugg boots
Honest Male Opinion: “It makes women looks like a sasquatch from the knees down.”
My Fashion Opinion: I understand where men are coming from on this one – they are by no means pretty or flattering. But they are sheepskin-lined slices of heaven that cradle our sore, aching feet, made so by the sexy heels we wear for, oh yes, men! So pardon us if on our trip to the store to buy the ingredients to make them a delicious home-cooked meal, we decide to do so in comfort. P.S. If a man ever tried wearing them for even a minute, he wouldn’t want to take them off, either!
Trend: Gladiator sandals
Honest Male Opinion: “Unless you’re going to fight a dragon, it’s not okay.”
My Fashion Opinion: It’s true that women have embraced some pretty awful fashion trends over the years, but let’s agree to disagree on this one. They’re comfortable, while still being stylish. Guys, we forgive your “I only date models” t-shirt with the rips and sweat stains. As with the Ugg boots, shut up and let us have this one, too.
Trend: Lots of cleavage
Honest Male Opinion: “It leaves nothing to the imagination.”
My Fashion Opinion: All things in moderation, ladies. A hint or a peek will do just fine.
Trend: Shoulder pads
Honest Male Opinion: “A woman shouldn’t look like a linebacker from the New York Giants.”
My Fashion Opinion: I have to agree with this one - why on earth did these ever make a comeback? The 80’s called, they want their worst trend back. Ladies, let’s keep the quest for broad shoulders to the men, shall we?
Trend: Pants Suit
Honest Male Opinion: "It evokes too much of a Hillary Clinton-esque conservative vibe.”
My Fashion Opinion: I could go either way on this one. If done right, like a well-fitted suit with a peek of a sexy camisole and some stiletto heels, it can be ultra sexy.
Trend: Shorts over tights
Honest Male Opinion: “There is nothing flattering about this look, no matter what the woman’s shape.”
My Fashion Opinion: I stand by the fact that, if worn right, this is a hot look. A pair of tailored tuxedo shorts, black tights (maybe even with a seam running down the back), platform pumps and a silky top can look stylish and sexy.
Trend: Jumpsuits, overalls and rompers
Honest Male Opinion: “Overalls were cool in the third.” “Jumpsuits just look stupid.”
My Fashion Opinion: Strongly agree. Each of these options is a lazy substitute for actually putting an outfit together. Not to mention, making for awkward and messy trips to the bathroom.
Trend: Crocs
Honest Male Opinion: “They look so ugly on the feet!”
My Fashion Opinion: Totally agree. And I will have to add Birkenstocks and Tevas to this list, as well. Leave the Crocs to the kids, leave the Birkenstocks at the "Phish" concert and just please, everyone, just throw away those atrocious Tevas already!
Trend: Harem Pants
Honest Male Opinion: “Hammer time ended in the early 90s.”
My Fashion Opinion: Couldn’t agree more. Aside from making it look like you’ve pooed your pants, there is just about nothing amusing about this trend. And why would you cover up your assets with so much draped fabric?
Trend: Velour Sweat Suits
Honest Male Opinion: “A little too ‘Snookie’ for my taste.”
My Fashion Opinion: “Jersey Shore,” “Real Housewives of New Jersey” and Britney Spears, circa “The Kevin Federline Years.” Need I say more?
When it comes to what’s hot, some things were a little surprising, like eyeglasses (“the more librarian the better”) and baseball hats (“it has a sexy ‘tomboy’ vibe”). But most were not surprising, like knee-high boots, heels of any kind, well-fitting black pants and jeans, hosiery and sexy lingerie, to name a few.
In the end, we all know that the hottest thing a woman can wear is confidence. It’s not necessarily about what a woman wears, but about how she wears it, and how comfortable she is in her own skin. Because, let’s face it, the real answer when asking a man what he loves to see a woman wear, is nothing at all.
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