My reason for not wearing sandals with socks has nothing to do with a rule, it's about common sense: if it's hot enough to wear sandals then it's too hot to wear socks, and if it's cold enough to wear socks it's too cold to wear sandals.
The main exception where in my opinion it can look good is when someone is dressed entirely in gym wear and they have white socks with slides, they just look like a athlete who's prioritizing recovery.
"Never wear blue with black" I literally have never heard this all my life is this a thing in America only? I've always wore blue with black and have seen many do so where I live
It depends. I think a black leather jacket works with dark denim very well. Also black dress shoes with navy suit work just as well as dark brown shoes.
Twenty, thirty, and some 40 somethings who have the looks and build can pull off any tweak of the rules and make it an attractive fashion 'statement'. But as gravy and gravity take its toll, a half tucked in shirt with no belt becomes just that.
When I first started caring about style I followed these rules religiously. But as I've started experimenting and having fun with my outfits more I've intentially broken them and gotten some cool results! It's definitely good advice to not take rules too seriously, but to see what works best for you. Great video as always!
Regarding no wearing belts, I personally don't think a pair of pants/jeans have a "cleaner look" without a belt. A belt is a great accessory to your wardrobe, with the purpose of keeping your pants in place, looks good when matching with your shoes, and it can be useful for other stuff like spanking your kids when they throw a tantrum ha ha, you can use a belt as a weapon when needed, you can use a belt as a torniquete, pull someone to safety etc. It can be a good tool
Wearing a white t-shirt, especially in some super casual outfits, can look great - it sends a subtle message of cleanliness. Plus it's another layer. A couple things to be cognizant of: 1) make sure it's a white t-shirt, not an undershirt, and 2) make sure the crew neck fits your neck well - no stretched out t-shirt neck.
One rule I see all to often is that everything needs to be slim fit. There's nothing wrong with them but it can just get boring after a while. I love look of oversized tops, wider pants, chunky shoes, all that good stuff.
Summary guy here 1. Your shoes and belts have to match (2:24) 2. Your metals have to match (3:22) 3. Don't wear blue & black together (4:05) 4. Always wear a belt (4:39) 5. Never wear graphic tees (5:24) 6. No logos or branding (5:59) 7. Your undershirt shouldn't be visible (6:35) 8. Don't wear neck ties, with button down collars (7:54) 9. No socks with sandals (8:52) Remember to like the video :) - Have a great day!
rule 4: always wear a belt with dress slacks. if you don't it either looks sloppy or that you forgot to put your belt on. also, a nice leather belt is a fashion piece that adds to the look of your outfit.
I've intentionally broken at least half of these. A semi-buttoned up or open flannel with a henley underneath is my favourite thing to wear period. Once I purchase a knit tie, I am absolutely breaking the button-down collar rule as well. BTW, the upfront ad is way better than trying to shoehorn it into the video, keep this up.
If i were to try using socks with sandals (and that is a BIG IF) i would try to match the color of the socks with the color of the sandal. The contrast of the white sock seems ridiculous to me (maybe i am too old lol !!!). Great video, as always
I’m all for avoiding logos, aside from those that are considered part of the design (the aforementioned Ralph Lauren polo logo and the like) but what are you supposed to do, have the logo removed? There is no excuse for socks with sandals, buy the comfortable shoe you’re looking for.
In Mexico City mornings are cool enough that socks with sandals are comfortable,. By noon things warm enough that you can comfortable take your socks off. I think comfort should be the rule when it comes to socks with sandals
@@giacomo8875 I disagree. If you never learn the rules, you can unintentionally break them when trying to look good, which might make you look like an idiot
@Pelloo rules aren't written in stone and menswear are constantly changing, even the classic elegance will fade away someday. Not in a far future. The vast majority of the people already dress in a casual way or wear streetwear all the time.
@@giacomo8875 a style rule does not equate that you need to dress formal. And I didn't say that these style rules will exist forever. But they have been implemented as a "rule" for a reason. And it is important if you care about style that you are aware of that reason so that if you break the rule, you are ignoring the reason purposefully, and not ignorantly
I will have to disagree on the metal, 2 tone Rolex works because it’s a single piece, but is also a versatile piece that allows you to wear other silver or gold accessories with it. But if you are wearing an all metal gold watch and a jacket with a silver zipper it looks way off. The only reason the combination you show at 3:55 works is because watch IS NOT gold, but HAS gold, which makes it acceptable to wear with silver. Another clever way of mixing gold and silver is by using transitional items like a silver watch with gold needle or indices like a Silver gold Tissot PRX. I agree with you but I don’t not agree with your delivery
An awful lot of the videos on style I see are sets of "RULES". More than half I have broken very successfully, and the others I follow simply based on my own personal style, but would break if it were to appeal to me. I know that You Tube and blogging both promote the idea of rule sets as topics, but we need more videos like this where style influencers openly challenge these rules productively. So many of the other rules you don't talk about here relate more to how bad they can turn out if broken in the wrong way, or if you have the wrong silhouette, than to everyone needing to actively avoid breaking them. They are more like areas of style to tread with some self awareness and intentionality. I appreciate how you often offer your viewers more of the base tools to help them make some of these decisions on their own.
Had never heard the “don’t wear a tie with a button down collar shirt” 😅 definitely a weird “rule”. The socks and sandals is a no, no for me! Hehe. I rarely wear sandals regardless 🤷♂️
Brock, I totally agree with your thoughts on Rule #8. My personal style tends toward East Coast traditional. An oxford cloth button down collar shirt with a knit or repp striped tie, tied with a four-in-hand knot is a timeless classic. Heck, I sometimes wear an OCBD with a bow tie. Talk about old school.
Socks in sandals are a problem because they tend to roll off, especially if I walk at a brisk pace. I usually wear socks in sandals off season, when for comfort or medical (!) reasons I cannot wear full shoes. I prefer sandals to house slippers (or flip flops) because they're fastened on the heel so they don't fall off accidentally, so if anyone sees me with socks in sandals, is because I wear them as outdoor-friendly slippers.
Rule: "no socks with sandals".... Redundant, it should be just "no sandals". Period. The socks dont even enter this. Grown up men should never be seen in public wearing sandals (except perhaps on the beach and at home).
During the 80s I used to wear neckties as belts. Did a lot of thrift store shopping back then and got a lot of cool ties for 50 cents. A lot of great suits from the 50s and 60s for $10. It would cost me more to have them tailored afterwards. I was into the New Wave and Rockabilly fashion trends so I wore those suits and skinny ties for a retro New Wave wibe.
Never wear a button down shirt with a suit, a sport jacket is fine, but not a business suit. A button down shirt, such as oxford cloth, is not a dress shirt. It's a sport shirt. It looks fine with a rep tie and a navy blazer.
Or just adhere to the classic rules and look dapper and stylish no matter what year. Always be a tad over-dressed for the occasion. Keep clean. Be polite but assertive when need be. And remember the good old adage. Fashion comes and goes but style stays.
You had me until the socks with sandals thing. Now I'm questioning the whole video. I had never heard the black/blue rule, and do mix those together anyway. I personally think it looks great and it's just a different look than brown.
I love Rule Nr 9... For me personally I would update this rule slightly and say "Never wear sandals instead of to the beach". Reason being, I really dislike sandals personally and I never wear them. But then again, there are people that can pull it off - but I am certainly not one of them :) That's the beauty of it. Style is personal, so do as you feel comfortable!
Most rules are based off old traditions and are followed just because of tradition, finding your style is hard, following rules are easy. You do you. I love Navy and Black together!
I personally would never wear socks with sandals however, I think white socks could work if it has coloured soles like white socks with grey soles, white with dark blue soles, or white with black soles. Even grey with coloured soles.
It is good to know the rules, and know why you are breaking the rules. I think the rules are there because some men would look ridiculous if they didn't adhere to the rules.
Are there fashion police to make sure people are keeping the fashion rules? What are the penalties for breaking the rules? I guess I'm lucky, I never got caught.
there are no such thing as "fashion faux pas", as long as you can pull it off anythings game. always annoyed me that people put all these arbitrary rules
I’ve always looked at them more as guidelines, i.e. if you follow them you’ll generally avoid looking like a complete train wreck. Not necessarily hard and fast rules sent down from God that cannot be broken. That being said, if you’re going to move away from them it helps to know what you’re doing.
I never understood the button down no tie rule. I think it straight up looks appropriate. Can someone tell me why the button down/no tie thing is a thing, besides button downs are informal? Ties don’t necessarily mean formal.
Not having your hand in or out of your pocket is not a fashion rule, its body language and sends a really bad message in different cultures. Moreover, the other 8 things are not fashion rules, there is massive difference between Fashion and style, people who say you should not do the other 8 things actually have style. Just because something becomes fashionable or trendy (mainly with the youth tying to look 1990s yawwwwn) does not mean it looks good and hence is devoid of style, aka the kids trying to look like its the 90s with baggy jeans and poorly fitting clothes, some things were mean't to be forgotten!
Regarding your rule about ties with button-down collars: This type of collar is always on a dress shirt ..not a casual or sport shirt.. and is made to be worn with a tie. My longtime favorite is a classic Oxford button-down, which I usually wear these days minus the tie, but that's only because, between the pandemic and my age, I rarely attend formal occasions. I find this a very comfortable, relaxed look ...even with jeans, and looks good on guys of any age. This is the classic "preppy" look that still looks good with (another classic) Oxblood penny loafers or tan suede shoes or boots.
I always have a bit of undershirt show with my button down collar shirts, and most of my dress shirts & button up shirts have button down collars...for some reason, any other collar looks like a 70s disco shirt on me if left opened.
1. Your shoes and belt has to match 2. Metals have to match 3. Don’t wear blue and black together 4. Always wear a belt 5. Never wear a graphic T-shirt 6. No logos or branding 7. Your undershirt shouldn’t be visible 8. Don’t wear neckties with button down collars 9. No socks with sandals
Agree so much with #1, #2 & #3. As for #4, one less step, oh yeah ;). Never heard of #8 though. I have worn socks with sandals and still do it some times, it's comfy.
Ofc I agree with it being okay to not wear a belt if you don’t need it. But I always wear a belt cause it makes it more comfortable. It sound weird, I know. But you know when you bend down or sit down you will get this little gap/tention in the back of the trousers. I have always hated that and also thinks it can look quite unattractive… And it happens with all pants, no matter how well or poorly they fit… and I’ve tried with side adjusters and with suspenders but nothing does the trick like a belt🤷♂️ so that’s why I always wear belts (or drawstring). And when it comes to socks in sandals… I hate the looks of it… well some people can pull it off, especially if wearing them with like jeans or something. But I’ve tried myself and it was so uncomfortable and I don’t even understand why it felt uncomfortable?!? I mean… socks and crocs works well… but sandals just felt uncomfortable with socks… I usually don’t follow rules 100% and wouldn’t say that anyone should either. If you feel comfortable and think that you look good you should go for it even if the traditional rules says it doesn’t match or that it is just “wrong”. Two very non-matching colours can actually look good together if done in a certain way and with confidence
When it comes to breaking Rule 8: *Brooks* *Brothers* *has* *entered* *the* *chat* But seriously I break that rule every now and then. I still think button downs look better without a tie, *especially* if you’re gonna wear a sports jacket.
Socks with sandals?!?!? I agree with everything else but I have to Strongly disagree with that point. I think a better look with sandals is to have well pedicures feet and toes and that says a lot more about how you like to look presentable in every aspect of your physique, that’s just my humble opinion. 🤙🏼
I disagree on belt loops, sorry! Belt loops = belt. I’ve said similar on GG; Whenever I see someone wearing trousers with belt loops and no belt it just looks to me like they haven’t got dressed properly or didn’t have a belt. Obviously, if your trousers have adjusters then that’s different. I agree on your “no black with blue” case. I wore a blue suit with black oxfords at my wedding and got compliments so that obviously works! Also agree about ties with Oxford button downs, I think it can look neat. Both those rules are stupid. Socks and sandals - No, no and thrice no. The phrase “cold day in hell...” springs to mind. The rest of those rules I’m fairly indifferent towards.
This is so true, I sometimes don't wear a belt with Jeans or Khakis and my colleagues question me about it. I just reply that I feel much more comfortable and not necessary look worse.
First of all; Black & Blue was always my favorite period (Just like Picasso) Secondly; Wearing a Canadian Navy or even better Ink! mixed with Black in the evening is subtilely Awesome. 0
Funny story about socks with sandals. I am from South India. It is warm and people normally wear sandals over shoes. I don't know the current guidelines. But when I was in school & uni (a good 30 years back), wearing socks with sandals was a bad idea as it was usually done by people with skin conditions including leprosy ! Reminds me of those strict no-no rules!
I love belts and have a small collection of novelty buckles that are conversation starters. I even have one I bought in Mexico and has a real scorpion inside a transparent/purple resin ! hahahaha. My star sign (even thought I don't belive at all horoscope bs) is Scorpio so, hey, people love to look at it. Ha ha ha.
It's so strange that people will flip tables over socks with Crocs or Birks, but not even blink when it's Nike Slides or adidas Adilettes. Dressed up with actual clothes instead of just sweats or basketball shorts is at least an actual effort, not to mention that guys often don't understand their size and will wear slides that are 3 sizes too big, only adding to the gross appearance.
Never have like graphic tees. My entire wardrobe is clean and simple. There are timeless styles that make building a wardrobe that has a lot of versatility. Im a General Contractor, so away from work I like to have a nice casual dress style. Chukkas and Chelsea boots. Nice pair of dark jeans or khaki pant. Multiple styles of button shirts. Then depending on the occasion, possibly a sport coat, or a peacoat if weather permits.
I watched three of your addictive videos so far and found them educational and entertaining although borderline preachy. It would be fun if you took a field trip through a casino poker room and took volunteers aside to comment on their attire.
I'm a firm believer in the principle that form follows function, so I have absolutely no problem with combining socks and sandals as long as the colors/textures don't clash. If you WANT your sandals to smell profusely of foot sweat and need a run through the laundry after one week, that's of course your prerogative, but personally I do not, for multiple perfectly good reasons, not least of all being that frequent washing shortens leather's lifespan unless you treat it with oil or lotion after each wash, and frankly I have more interesting things to spend my time on.
I often wear socks with sandals. It's normally when I go to play basketball or workout. So much easier to wear slides with socks instead of taking off a whole other pair of shoes before putting on your athletic shoes.
My reason for not wearing sandals with socks has nothing to do with a rule, it's about common sense: if it's hot enough to wear sandals then it's too hot to wear socks, and if it's cold enough to wear socks it's too cold to wear sandals.
Socks are for hygiene not heat
Not a sexy look at all.
Exactly
The main exception where in my opinion it can look good is when someone is dressed entirely in gym wear and they have white socks with slides, they just look like a athlete who's prioritizing recovery.
@@adamcuthbert9498 bruh, at that point you should be wearing house shoes :D
Video idea- style on a small budget for us university students
Yes pleaaase
Yes please!
I'm going to college after this pandemic gets over so it will be of great help
I would recommend going for a minimalist style. Shop at Uniqlo and thrift stores. You can find high quality pieces for reasonable prices.
Thrift for brands you like and get them tailored as opposed to new, cheap, and Untailored. No belt with vests
"Never wear blue with black" I literally have never heard this all my life is this a thing in America only? I've always wore blue with black and have seen many do so where I live
Navy and black look pretty bad together.
@@aygwm no
I always thought navy and black looked cool. Altough I also love navy and white as it gives me sailor vibes and I dig it when used right
@@davidkonevky7372 Right!
It depends. I think a black leather jacket works with dark denim very well. Also black dress shoes with navy suit work just as well as dark brown shoes.
Personally I always think empty belt loops looks undressed.
To me it looks unfinished.
Raphael almost had a heart attack looking at that thumbnail.
😂😂
Twenty, thirty, and some 40 somethings who have the looks and build can pull off any tweak of the rules and make it an attractive fashion 'statement'. But as gravy and gravity take its toll, a half tucked in shirt with no belt becomes just that.
Keep off the gravy! 😎 jk do what u want 👌
When I first started caring about style I followed these rules religiously. But as I've started experimenting and having fun with my outfits more I've intentially broken them and gotten some cool results! It's definitely good advice to not take rules too seriously, but to see what works best for you.
Great video as always!
Thank you!
Regarding no wearing belts, I personally don't think a pair of pants/jeans have a "cleaner look" without a belt. A belt is a great accessory to your wardrobe, with the purpose of keeping your pants in place, looks good when matching with your shoes, and it can be useful for other stuff like spanking your kids when they throw a tantrum ha ha, you can use a belt as a weapon when needed, you can use a belt as a torniquete, pull someone to safety etc. It can be a good tool
Garrison belts especially the ones with good designs would make anyone look 2x better
Unless the pants are made to be beltless, I say no. There are too many parts of a pant that are left hanging out.
This is probably a joke but please do not beat your kids
Wearing a white t-shirt, especially in some super casual outfits, can look great - it sends a subtle message of cleanliness. Plus it's another layer. A couple things to be cognizant of: 1) make sure it's a white t-shirt, not an undershirt, and 2) make sure the crew neck fits your neck well - no stretched out t-shirt neck.
One rule I see all to often is that everything needs to be slim fit. There's nothing wrong with them but it can just get boring after a while. I love look of oversized tops, wider pants, chunky shoes, all that good stuff.
I dont get the rule of black and blue. To me, they look good together.
Agreed!
It depends on the shade of blue I guess. Very light blue jeans and black shoes are a definite NO NO for me.... 😁
@@MrClassicmetal agreed
Still trying to convince my girlfriend of this. It's one of my favorite color combos.
@@tomatopaste799 The examples in the video look cool. The dark blue suit and black shoes go well together.
I was riding with you until the socks with sandals. 😂 I just can't do it.
Summary guy here
1. Your shoes and belts have to match (2:24)
2. Your metals have to match (3:22)
3. Don't wear blue & black together (4:05)
4. Always wear a belt (4:39)
5. Never wear graphic tees (5:24)
6. No logos or branding (5:59)
7. Your undershirt shouldn't be visible (6:35)
8. Don't wear neck ties, with button down collars (7:54)
9. No socks with sandals (8:52)
Remember to like the video :)
- Have a great day!
The hero we need 🙏🏻
@@BrockMcGoff of course ;)
rule 4: always wear a belt with dress slacks. if you don't it either looks sloppy or that you forgot to put your belt on. also, a nice leather belt is a fashion piece that adds to the look of your outfit.
Loved this! Let’s not be rigid...except with socks and sandals. I just can’t do it, man! 😂
So true.
I've intentionally broken at least half of these. A semi-buttoned up or open flannel with a henley underneath is my favourite thing to wear period. Once I purchase a knit tie, I am absolutely breaking the button-down collar rule as well.
BTW, the upfront ad is way better than trying to shoehorn it into the video, keep this up.
9:46 "I can practically feel you rolling your eyes right now..." most accurate statement in the whoe vid! 🤣
Gentleman's gazette is never writting here again...
Bring it on, Raph.
@@BrockMcGoff What brand are those brown leather utility looking boots in 2:58?
Because they always look so bad, no one would listen to their opinion.
You triggered the whole menswear community just by your thumbnail
Why?
@@moonlightfitz ^
You would not catch me dead in Socks & Sandals haha
I will be checking all the dead men I come across.
If i were to try using socks with sandals (and that is a BIG IF) i would try to match the color of the socks with the color of the sandal. The contrast of the white sock seems ridiculous to me (maybe i am too old lol !!!). Great video, as always
That's a British thing. I used to see them vacationing in Spain, wearing shorts, sandals and white socks. It was a contrast to their sunburned skin.
I’m all for avoiding logos, aside from those that are considered part of the design (the aforementioned Ralph Lauren polo logo and the like) but what are you supposed to do, have the logo removed? There is no excuse for socks with sandals, buy the comfortable shoe you’re looking for.
Shop for clothes without logos?
In Mexico City mornings are cool enough that socks with sandals are comfortable,. By noon things warm enough that you can comfortable take your socks off. I think comfort should be the rule when it comes to socks with sandals
Learn the rules like a pro, so that you can break them like an artist.
Or don't learn them, nobody even care.
👍🏼
@@giacomo8875 I disagree. If you never learn the rules, you can unintentionally break them when trying to look good, which might make you look like an idiot
@Pelloo rules aren't written in stone and menswear are constantly changing, even the classic elegance will fade away someday. Not in a far future. The vast majority of the people already dress in a casual way or wear streetwear all the time.
@@giacomo8875 a style rule does not equate that you need to dress formal. And I didn't say that these style rules will exist forever. But they have been implemented as a "rule" for a reason. And it is important if you care about style that you are aware of that reason so that if you break the rule, you are ignoring the reason purposefully, and not ignorantly
I was always taught blue and green should never be seen... What absolute nonsense 😂
Dark blue jeans and an olive green shirt look good.
@Baba Yaga That works out fine as well. Or with a navy blue vest.
@@MrClassicmetal Or a green toilet seat cover on a blue toilet.
I will have to disagree on the metal, 2 tone Rolex works because it’s a single piece, but is also a versatile piece that allows you to wear other silver or gold accessories with it. But if you are wearing an all metal gold watch and a jacket with a silver zipper it looks way off. The only reason the combination you show at 3:55 works is because watch IS NOT gold, but HAS gold, which makes it acceptable to wear with silver. Another clever way of mixing gold and silver is by using transitional items like a silver watch with gold needle or indices like a Silver gold Tissot PRX. I agree with you but I don’t not agree with your delivery
Undershirt showing is a style form military heritage. If you look at the Marines Browns fro example, uniform shows a white crew neck shirt.
An awful lot of the videos on style I see are sets of "RULES". More than half I have broken very successfully, and the others I follow simply based on my own personal style, but would break if it were to appeal to me.
I know that You Tube and blogging both promote the idea of rule sets as topics, but we need more videos like this where style influencers openly challenge these rules productively. So many of the other rules you don't talk about here relate more to how bad they can turn out if broken in the wrong way, or if you have the wrong silhouette, than to everyone needing to actively avoid breaking them. They are more like areas of style to tread with some self awareness and intentionality. I appreciate how you often offer your viewers more of the base tools to help them make some of these decisions on their own.
Well said!
I totally agree with you. Some these rules are outdated and pretty unrealistic. If done right messing with these rules can make an interesting look.
So true...very few rules need be absolute. Hello this morning, from San Francisco.
Good morning!
I will always wear socks and sandals. It’s the most comfortable way to wear sandals.
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Had never heard the “don’t wear a tie with a button down collar shirt” 😅 definitely a weird “rule”. The socks and sandals is a no, no for me! Hehe. I rarely wear sandals regardless 🤷♂️
I agree with you in both regards.
Brock, I totally agree with your thoughts on Rule #8. My personal style tends toward East Coast traditional. An oxford cloth button down collar shirt with a knit or repp striped tie, tied with a four-in-hand knot is a timeless classic. Heck, I sometimes wear an OCBD with a bow tie. Talk about old school.
Agree with the belt matching thing.
A very overrated style rule.
Just found you. Easily one of the best fashion youtubers. Subbed.
Thank you!
Socks in sandals are a problem because they tend to roll off, especially if I walk at a brisk pace. I usually wear socks in sandals off season, when for comfort or medical (!) reasons I cannot wear full shoes. I prefer sandals to house slippers (or flip flops) because they're fastened on the heel so they don't fall off accidentally, so if anyone sees me with socks in sandals, is because I wear them as outdoor-friendly slippers.
Rule: "no socks with sandals".... Redundant, it should be just "no sandals". Period. The socks dont even enter this. Grown up men should never be seen in public wearing sandals (except perhaps on the beach and at home).
before i even watch this video just going to say Love your videos Brock!! 🙌🏼
Thank you, sir!
Try white socks with flip-flops for that Samurai look! 😀
If a pair of pants has belt loops, wear a belt. Belt loops without a belt look like laced shoes without shoe laces. Something is missing.
During the 80s I used to wear neckties as belts. Did a lot of thrift store shopping back then and got a lot of cool ties for 50 cents. A lot of great suits from the 50s and 60s for $10. It would cost me more to have them tailored afterwards. I was into the New Wave and Rockabilly fashion trends so I wore those suits and skinny ties for a retro New Wave wibe.
socks with sandles, I swear to god, I swear to god I'm about to throw hands right now XD
Never wear a button down shirt with a suit, a sport jacket is fine, but not a business suit. A button down shirt, such as oxford cloth, is not a dress shirt. It's a sport shirt. It looks fine with a rep tie and a navy blazer.
Pretty much every rule can be broken if you do it with style and intention
except for socks and sandals
a belt in my opinion is what highlights your outfit
Or just adhere to the classic rules and look dapper and stylish no matter what year. Always be a tad over-dressed for the occasion. Keep clean. Be polite but assertive when need be. And remember the good old adage. Fashion comes and goes but style stays.
You had me until the socks with sandals thing. Now I'm questioning the whole video. I had never heard the black/blue rule, and do mix those together anyway. I personally think it looks great and it's just a different look than brown.
I love Rule Nr 9... For me personally I would update this rule slightly and say "Never wear sandals instead of to the beach". Reason being, I really dislike sandals personally and I never wear them. But then again, there are people that can pull it off - but I am certainly not one of them :)
That's the beauty of it. Style is personal, so do as you feel comfortable!
I wear wool socks with Birkenstock’s frequently. Very cozy and comfortable. I also live in the PNW, though.
Most rules are based off old traditions and are followed just because of tradition, finding your style is hard, following rules are easy. You do you. I love Navy and Black together!
I personally would never wear socks with sandals however, I think white socks could work if it has coloured soles like white socks with grey soles, white with dark blue soles, or white with black soles. Even grey with coloured soles.
I love this wristwatch. 3:53
The quality of this channel is so high. You would think it's a 2.97M , not 297K
Thank you! Maybe one day...
It is good to know the rules, and know why you are breaking the rules. I think the rules are there because some men would look ridiculous if they didn't adhere to the rules.
To be into fitness and a good posture probably helps. One need to look sharp also when breaking rules.
Are there fashion police to make sure people are keeping the fashion rules? What are the penalties for breaking the rules? I guess I'm lucky, I never got caught.
You could do socks with flip flops, but you'd need tabi socks or those funny separated toes socks. I'd only brave that indoors though...
No socks w/sandals! I don’t even wear sandals…
I wear oxford shirt with my suit and SLP on dress shoes
Don't come to the UK and ware socks with sandals, unless you like to see people die laughing.
there are no such thing as "fashion faux pas", as long as you can pull it off anythings game. always annoyed me that people put all these arbitrary rules
I’ve always looked at them more as guidelines, i.e. if you follow them you’ll generally avoid looking like a complete train wreck. Not necessarily hard and fast rules sent down from God that cannot be broken. That being said, if you’re going to move away from them it helps to know what you’re doing.
No white socks and sandals??! Take that back! That is an insult to German national style (for middle-aged bold men)! 😤
That German style includes checked shorts and striped shirts . . .
I never understood the button down no tie rule. I think it straight up looks appropriate. Can someone tell me why the button down/no tie thing is a thing, besides button downs are informal? Ties don’t necessarily mean formal.
Not having your hand in or out of your pocket is not a fashion rule, its body language and sends a really bad message in different cultures. Moreover, the other 8 things are not fashion rules, there is massive difference between Fashion and style, people who say you should not do the other 8 things actually have style. Just because something becomes fashionable or trendy (mainly with the youth tying to look 1990s yawwwwn) does not mean it looks good and hence is devoid of style, aka the kids trying to look like its the 90s with baggy jeans and poorly fitting clothes, some things were mean't to be forgotten!
Regarding your rule about ties with button-down collars: This type of collar is always on a dress shirt ..not a casual or sport shirt.. and is made to be worn with a tie. My longtime favorite is a classic Oxford button-down, which I usually wear these days minus the tie, but that's only because, between the pandemic and my age, I rarely attend formal occasions. I find this a very comfortable, relaxed look ...even with jeans, and looks good on guys of any age. This is the classic "preppy" look that still looks good with (another classic) Oxblood penny loafers or tan suede shoes or boots.
9:04 some things can't be unseen
Bostons and wool ragg socks are great with medium washed denim and quarter zip sweater.
Can’t believe I’m old enough to see belts going out lol Ooooo but I love socks with sandals
They are not going out. The point is that you have the option to use or not.
I always have a bit of undershirt show with my button down collar shirts, and most of my dress shirts & button up shirts have button down collars...for some reason, any other collar looks like a 70s disco shirt on me if left opened.
I’m with you on all of that. And if you are wearing it to an office, like I do, I’d say it is wrong to wear an OCBD without an undershirt.
1. Your shoes and belt has to match
2. Metals have to match
3. Don’t wear blue and black together
4. Always wear a belt
5. Never wear a graphic T-shirt
6. No logos or branding
7. Your undershirt shouldn’t be visible
8. Don’t wear neckties with button down collars
9. No socks with sandals
i made it literally to rule 1 before i found one that i do religiously and am now realizing i was wrong.
Agree so much with #1, #2 & #3. As for #4, one less step, oh yeah ;). Never heard of #8 though. I have worn socks with sandals and still do it some times, it's comfy.
Ofc I agree with it being okay to not wear a belt if you don’t need it. But I always wear a belt cause it makes it more comfortable. It sound weird, I know.
But you know when you bend down or sit down you will get this little gap/tention in the back of the trousers. I have always hated that and also thinks it can look quite unattractive… And it happens with all pants, no matter how well or poorly they fit… and I’ve tried with side adjusters and with suspenders but nothing does the trick like a belt🤷♂️ so that’s why I always wear belts (or drawstring).
And when it comes to socks in sandals… I hate the looks of it… well some people can pull it off, especially if wearing them with like jeans or something. But I’ve tried myself and it was so uncomfortable and I don’t even understand why it felt uncomfortable?!? I mean… socks and crocs works well… but sandals just felt uncomfortable with socks…
I usually don’t follow rules 100% and wouldn’t say that anyone should either. If you feel comfortable and think that you look good you should go for it even if the traditional rules says it doesn’t match or that it is just “wrong”. Two very non-matching colours can actually look good together if done in a certain way and with confidence
Man the audio in these newer videos are much better. Thanks!
When it comes to breaking Rule 8:
*Brooks* *Brothers* *has* *entered* *the* *chat*
But seriously I break that rule every now and then. I still think button downs look better without a tie, *especially* if you’re gonna wear a sports jacket.
Socks with sandals?!?!? I agree with everything else but I have to Strongly disagree with that point. I think a better look with sandals is to have well pedicures feet and toes and that says a lot more about how you like to look presentable in every aspect of your physique, that’s just my humble opinion. 🤙🏼
I disagree on belt loops, sorry! Belt loops = belt. I’ve said similar on GG; Whenever I see someone wearing trousers with belt loops and no belt it just looks to me like they haven’t got dressed properly or didn’t have a belt. Obviously, if your trousers have adjusters then that’s different.
I agree on your “no black with blue” case. I wore a blue suit with black oxfords at my wedding and got compliments so that obviously works! Also agree about ties with Oxford button downs, I think it can look neat. Both those rules are stupid.
Socks and sandals - No, no and thrice no. The phrase “cold day in hell...” springs to mind.
The rest of those rules I’m fairly indifferent towards.
This is so true, I sometimes don't wear a belt with Jeans or Khakis and my colleagues question me about it. I just reply that I feel much more comfortable and not necessary look worse.
I would not break the socks with sandals rule because I hate wearing sandals. The farthest I will go with sandals is my small little patio.
The no belt look doesn't work for larger size men.
First of all; Black & Blue was always my favorite period (Just like Picasso)
Secondly; Wearing a Canadian Navy or even better Ink! mixed with Black in the evening is subtilely Awesome.
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Hawthorne wipes, love them. Got introduced to them in college and havent gone back.
Nice, especially with pride month rn
Funny story about socks with sandals. I am from South India. It is warm and people normally wear sandals over shoes. I don't know the current guidelines. But when I was in school & uni (a good 30 years back), wearing socks with sandals was a bad idea as it was usually done by people with skin conditions including leprosy !
Reminds me of those strict no-no rules!
Liked it all, except for the belt. Always wear a belt (unless wearing suspenders)
socks and chacos, or sockos, are the goat of comfy fashion
I love belts and have a small collection of novelty buckles that are conversation starters. I even have one I bought in Mexico and has a real scorpion inside a transparent/purple resin ! hahahaha. My star sign (even thought I don't belive at all horoscope bs) is Scorpio so, hey, people love to look at it. Ha ha ha.
Are you sure it's your buckle they're looking at?
Hawthorne needs to put together a cologne sample set. I'm not paying $50 to try a cologne 'cause some cursory sales quiz says it 'fits my lifestyle.'
Good idea!
It's so strange that people will flip tables over socks with Crocs or Birks, but not even blink when it's Nike Slides or adidas Adilettes. Dressed up with actual clothes instead of just sweats or basketball shorts is at least an actual effort, not to mention that guys often don't understand their size and will wear slides that are 3 sizes too big, only adding to the gross appearance.
Your vids are great
Never have like graphic tees. My entire wardrobe is clean and simple. There are timeless styles that make building a wardrobe that has a lot of versatility.
Im a General Contractor, so away from work I like to have a nice casual dress style. Chukkas and Chelsea boots. Nice pair of dark jeans or khaki pant. Multiple styles of button shirts. Then depending on the occasion, possibly a sport coat, or a peacoat if weather permits.
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Agree with every point except for not wearing a belt. Not wearing a belt always looks like something is missing...like lace up shoes with no laces.
I watched three of your addictive videos so far and found them educational and entertaining although borderline preachy. It would be fun if you took a field trip through a casino poker room and took volunteers aside to comment on their attire.
I wear socks and sandals all the time; just not flip flops, only slides
I've seen you talk about layers in a lot of videos, but I feel I'd just overheat in my state if I tried that.
Great video and nice and humorous jump cut editing for effect.
I've been going beltless and it still feels so weird lol. It's hard to unlearn old tradition
I wear dark blue on black all the time
I'm a firm believer in the principle that form follows function, so I have absolutely no problem with combining socks and sandals as long as the colors/textures don't clash. If you WANT your sandals to smell profusely of foot sweat and need a run through the laundry after one week, that's of course your prerogative, but personally I do not, for multiple perfectly good reasons, not least of all being that frequent washing shortens leather's lifespan unless you treat it with oil or lotion after each wash, and frankly I have more interesting things to spend my time on.
I often wear socks with sandals. It's normally when I go to play basketball or workout. So much easier to wear slides with socks instead of taking off a whole other pair of shoes before putting on your athletic shoes.
Overshirt outfit @5:06 is a good look. Also agree that socks and chunkier sandals looks fine.