10 Things Men Shouldn't Wear in 2024 (or Ever)

I know, I know… Another clickbait-y, overly prescriptive hot take about what you should or should not wear. Let me just get something straight before we get into the list. First, this is all just, like, my opinion, man. And I’m just some guy on the internet. Sure, I think I have pretty good taste, but taste is subjective, and yours is just as valid.

Second, this video is meant to be lighthearted. If you’ve bought, own or even love some of the things on this list, that’s totally fine: wear what makes you happy. And for the record, I’ve worn many of these things in the past. Please don’t take this video too seriously, and of course, feel free to fire back in the comments section.

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[BrockMcGoff]

Couple of clarifications:
1 - Yes, I agree that v-necks make great undershirts
2 - You could argue that most watches are "homages" in some way...okay, fair point
3 - Yeah, John Wick wears all black. But are you John Wick?
4 - Black shirts are fine as part of a uniform (musician, clergy, valet, etc.)
5 - Brown is an underrated color in menswear
6 - I'm adding oversized watches to this list
7 - And bowties

[MrKronosX]

I didn't know those sweater shirt things existed and I was a happier man not knowing.

[floydhayes]

"Parkour at the airport" - spat coffee out my mouth literally...such a trope....

[Test-Tube-Baby-xoxx]

You didn't mention balaclava helmets, capes, Tweety Pie ties or lederhosen so I'm assuming I can still wear them.

[charlescharles]

Everything is on point, however, there's an exception with cargo shorts. I wear them when I am on my sailboat, pockets are perfect for all the items needed when sailing.

[parnpichate]

I like V-necks as long as they aren't too prominent. I think body type has a lot to do with what you can get away with.

[DocBuzzkill]

V-necks are great if worn as undershirt for oxford shirts. For protection and avoiding yellow stains in the armpits. And when you pop open one or two buttons, the v-neck doesn't show. Would you agree on this?

[ianworthington]

Keep your hands off my cargo shorts! Great for carrying wallets and phones safely in the city. And I use V neck tees as undershirts, usually with collarless shirts which show off a crew and look bad.

[leeclark]

I live in England and the biggest thing that drives me crazy is you go out shopping and I can guarantee going into a supermarket and people can’t even be bothered to get dressed they are in there pyjamas and dressing gown and the over thing is crocs I don’t care how comfortable they are there is no place on earth where they should be worn and I can’t wait for that stupid looking shoes if you can call them that to go out of fashion

[tiderider]

I clicked on this video to hate on it, but everything was correct

[brycesullivan]

Thank you for posting content that is actually sensible (albeit your opinion still). As I age (mid 30s) I find myself going to clothing pieces that actually fit my body properly and that I can use in a variety of occasions, instead of going with trends.

[gymwars]

First of your videos that I’ve seen. Outstanding. I’m subscribed and look forward to the next.

[xjf]

"The mullet of footwear." LMAO! I almost fell off my chair laughing when I heard that! With regard to black dress shirts, you for got to mention that they make you look like either an attendee at a Sopranos fan boy convention or like you're actually in the mob. Not sure I completely agree with your take on cargo shorts because, y'know, phones, if you don't want to carry a bag. I really enjoyed this. Consider me a new subscriber.

[bartderuyck]

"The mullet of men's footwear": love it! Great list.

[calebmills]

I actually dig the departure from your normal content with the tone of this one. Really fun seeing another side of your personality here. Also, I couldn't agree more with this list, except for the jersey one, because when your 3 year old son loves the Cincinnati Bengals and Joe burrow more than anything and asks you to wear a Joe Burrow jersey to play football in the house, you wear a Joe Burrow jersey and play football in the house.

[prasvasu]

Great video; btw, I love the v neck sweater over a shirt look you showed; but I'm finding it hard to make a modular wardrobe with those (what casual wear like full sleeve undershirts or casual shirts do I wear with it?). Can you make a video focusing on matching sweater shirt combos for these?
The outer layer is more of personal tasted and honestly quite easy to figure out.. (I simply wear a shell all the time haha!)

[JaxWatchesandEDC]

As a first responder, I can assure you that cargo shorts are needed

[thomasmorrison]

Keep in mind that a Rolex does not make you better than the people around you. Only you can make you better than the people around you.

[tonydo]

I have a black dress shirt exclusively for funerals. And when you get older, it unfortunately gets used a lot more often than I'd like.

[scottharris]

Cool vid. I can really appreciate and agree with (honestly) 99.9% of your insights. When it comes to V-necks, I have high-styles so it’s more in line with normal T’s. Have a great one! 🥂