10 Ways You're Killing Your Style | Men's Style Mistakes

[@MensFashioner]

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[@rogerr.8507]

that 40 year old with a leather jacket in the example looks great

[@carsaugusto]

I agree. Actualy the guy seems to be 50 or more, and he looks still good.

[@worldofz00]

Lmao

[@MiMenteOnLine]

It's because of the fit of the jacket, and the fact that he is well groomed, not overweight, so it doesn't look like he gave up on being and looking healthy. But regardless, he's not going to be able to pull off successfully an outfit with red vans, ripped jeans and an oversize Supreme t shirt like those 21years old kids.

[@billzhang8166]

They talk about timeless without talking about leather jakcets, lmaf

[@animeshmukharje]

Better than the host 😂😂

[@hofra01]

Leather jackets, really. I mean seriously that guy with the leather jacket looks older yet looks so great and badass. Sorry but I believe there is not a proper age for leather jacket. I own 7 leather jackets and I don’t think I will ever give up on wearing them.

[@emmaracz1977]

Personally, as a woman, I find them hot, even on older guys, and I know a lot of girls who feel the same way. So please wear them!!😂😂

[@noahahmed8247]

Abubakar Sadiq agreed brother

[@isiahpaskins]

I’ve owned one for one year ever since I turned 17. Everyone really gave me compliments after that. So go buy a jacket

[@joymcarthur5429]

Totally agree. This appears to be rampant ageism. Leather is timeless.

[@isiahpaskins]

@@joymcarthur5429 that’s why lots of us in comments aren’t subscribed to them. They give bad advice

[@carlosmonge7679]

“Wear it with confidence” “but don’t wear that!!! That’s not for you” 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@ActionJaxonH]

I mean, that's exactly right. Just because you're confident in it doesn't mean it looks good. But if you're not confident in it, there are other alternatives that still look good.

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

Don't wear faded or ripped clothes... Have you even looked at his denim jacket?

[@nogamendox3218]

for real.

[@MiMenteOnLine]

His denim jacket doesn't have that effect overdone as the ones of the pants of the example. Also he doesn't look like he is 50, so it doesn't look that off....but yeah, he could have been wearing a solid color jacket 🤷‍♂️

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

@@MiMenteOnLine If she meant that a subtle fade is ok, then she should have SAID it! Otherwise she's just a fool. Plus her take on leather is idiotic. Honestly her "do's are fine, but a LOT of her "don'ts" are BS. Frankly her so called "style" is bland. I won't deny that everything she recommends IS well put together. But you won't stand out dressing her way, you'll blend in. Faded into the background. Maybe that's what some people want. But not me. Sure, she claims that she advises famous people. But I'm betting that even if she does, not ONE of her clients is considered particularly "stylish". Well dressed maybe, but not stylish. And there is a ocean of difference between the two.

[@Dortch3]

"older guys....late 20's" - this made my day!

[@schwanzkopf400]

well they said late 20s and up and you do eventually grow out of that teenager graphic tee etc. style once you pass 24 25 ish

[@A_Random_Rat]

You won’t see a 29 year old wear a crop top. They’ve grown out of it, mentally. That’s what they met.

[@cibongpokemontrainer4040]

I mean like, when u r over 40 and ur still a biker. U can't wear a leather moto jacket? I mean those beast are timeless

[@mattsitton6826]

If you're riding, I say absolutely. If not, then no. It's a matter of function over style in my opinion.

[@rogerr.8507]

that leather jacket guy looks great

[@joymcarthur5429]

It's hot. That's a fact.

[@grease112]

41 and just bought my first leather jacket. love it and it looks great!

[@christianmadsen5938]

Agree, leather jackets are timeless and looks good regardless of age!

[@soccermovie6490]

Congratulations my dude you just killed ur style , the celebrity fashion style just told us it's not cool.

[@sarahnicole8689]

@@soccermovie6490 they are wrong about this one cheif

[@dhruviin]

@@sarahnicole8689 A little sarcasm :) but that dude in the video wearing black leather jacket and a creed aventus was an awesome styled men.

[@KarlSnarks]

@@soccermovie6490 The mighty fashion gods, who have the high ground of fashion because they wear such outstanding clothes, not at all basic and uninteresting garments.

[@Just10tb]

I guarantee there is someone out there who is breaking all these “style tips” but is *still* probably happier than someone breaking their back to conform to this

[@GodyP]

Obviously, style has nothing to do with happiness and ignorance is bliss

[@isiahpaskins]

That’s me. I’ll be doing a style tips video in the near future

[@KarlSnarks]

Yeah many of these "rules" are just bs, and there are many examples of people wearing things that are against these "rules" and look stylish af.

[@DiZzAstA]

yoOOO0 , FACTS =-D !!!

[@ActionJaxonH]

@@KarlSnarks Eh, I'd argue the overwhelming majority of these are legit points, and while YOU may think a person looks "stylish" doing it, any person with a more refined taste will see it as off-putting.

[@curiousgeorge555]

Screw that! I'm late 50's and will wear backward baseball caps. distressed jeans, biker jackets, whatever I like. If I feel good and look good, I'm good!

[@y4nnickschmitt]

Thats the beauty of style. You can do whatever you want. Won't necessarily look good but again what does look good. ALOT of it is subjective.

[@ActionJaxonH]

That's fine. Then this advice isn't really for you. It's for people who want a more mature, classy look.

[@jmackfox3615]

Idk why you two insist on hating on 40something year old men in a leather jacket. Lol I'm wearing mine occasionally and it looks damn good with chinos or dark wash jeans.

[@gickojerke1262]

Im 23 and honestly leatherjackets work for all ages, it simply depends on the style of jacket and the person wearing it

[@patrickbyrne4897]

Agree. The leather jacket is a timeless classic! An investment piece that a guy can wear his whole life.

[@isiahpaskins]

And then those dads that wear em and got beards be lookin extra badass with their leather jackets on. In fact the older the better!!

[@shogo695]

I agree It timeless piece that can be worn through all generations ages genders you can be 70 Wearing a leather jacket telling your grand kids about the good times or 18 sneaking your first kiss at prom in high school

[@NileshR12]

I'm a bigger guy in college & I love to wear Chelsea boots because of how comfortable they are since I can wear them all day with jeans. If you wear original straight jeans while being a bigger guy I think you can pull it off depending on your shoe size & fit whether or not it's a regular or wide fit. Idk if I fully agree with what they said about that because I'm sure there's workarounds for that. It is such BS to say that because you're a certain body type you can't wear a certain boot type which is so popular & looks so stylish. They're supposed to look so stylish with any body type & pretty much any outfit too. They have a elegant design to them

[@c.w.9615]

I agree with you. I think for these people, showing more upper on the chelsea boot is essential, thus the tapered pant leg. If you are not worried about that, standard pants will do just fine. The problem with some style advice on youtube, is sometimes they are overemphasizing style concepts in order to have video content. This channel is famous for that! But I bet even they would agree, if you like your look, and you feel good in your clothes, then the "rules" don't apply to you.

[@topoisomerace]

You don't need to have slim tapered pants to wear Chelsea boots. They keep saying it as an absolute rule, but it seems really arbitrary to me.

[@christianmadsen5938]

Slim, tapered pants or whatever is an absolute no-go even for us skinny guys imo

[@acey850]

I think the point of Ashley & Dorian saying chelsea boots must be worn with slim tapered trousers is because they show off the whole shoes from top to bottom. I think that gives it the trendy vibe. Obviously wearing looser trousers with chelseas can be done but it will just hide the top part which in essence just hides the "boot-ness" of the shoes. I am a heavier guy, thus slim or skinny pants didn't look good on me and the realization stopped me from making the mistake.

[@Clodhopping]

Just rock the look you like.. It's about how you feel and what you enjoy - not meeting others' ideals. Especially from videos with two squeaky dorks - with the fella dressed like a vegan Sunday School teacher in denim.

[@soILLitsADVISED]

For ppl with absurdly long laces, sure. Get the stretchy Straight laces. But let’s not be obsessive. Laces are a functional part of shoes. So what if the loops are visible. It’s a shoe.....you “tie” them. I think this is preference. I will agree the aesthetic is definitely clean but it’ll this sounds more trendy than need to know

[@ActionJaxonH]

Ehhh, I've ALWAYS been irritated at the look of laces showing on my Cole Haans, or heck even on my casual shoes.. For years I've tucked laces in, but they come out from walking. These are awesome. Too bad the brown is sold out. Found some other brand on Amazon though

[@matthewmolina7120]

"Wear it with confidence" should've been the last thing y'all drove home. You can break any and every one of these rules if you wear it like a boss. Shit, I've seen people wear bungie cords as necklaces that gave life to their style.

[@Rek_Rc]

Plain tshirt, jeans, solid color shoes. That is all I ever wear because I am married and don't give even a fart what I look like anymore. Nothing is more liberating than no longer caring if women fine me attractive or not. I don't even waste my thoughts on it.

[@janpierzchala2004]

But the world gains aesthetically when we look good...

[@Rek_Rc]

@@janpierzchala2004 not really because what looks "good" is subjective. I think comfort looks good. A comfortable looking person seems approachable and relatable to me. Also I think that much of what many call " style" just looks fake to me. It's all egocentric and meaningless. Besides, if you really look good, you always look good, without even one ounce of effort.

[@phillip_reynolds]

I’m good with all these except for the laces. I don’t mind tying my shoes.

[@chesterwillger7017]

Plus it would cost me over $300 to put these in every shoe 😳

[@Tonyredbone]

are there really guys out there who are really too busy to do up their laces??? they only said that to promote that product.

[@StraitD2]

I agree with all of this. I also think it's a little ironic when women (in general) tell men to go super minimalist on accessories, etc, but then rock way too much makeup, do too much with eye lashes and eye brows, layer the accessories like they bought out Macy's in a single day, etc.

[@samwaldie4030]

Women are fucked that’s why

[@DanBlackroyd]

Going by the last one, better donate that jacket, the collar is betraying you Dorian

[@clancyson]

A simple very well made brown leather jacket looks good at any age. Come home, take off the blazer and tie, put your leather jacket on and go to a bar to watch a game. It is that easy.

[@seboy_0585]

Them: dont over accessorize every rapper : I'm bout to ruin this mans whole carrier

[@wallawisquadmusic6108]

seboy_ 05 tbh rappers look way better than him

[@isiahpaskins]

At least those rappers have expanded their style unlike these two squares

[@timboehlke145]

Rappers are outliers though

[@KarlSnarks]

Sangiev: buys all accessories in the world to prove them wrong.

[@fanmechanic1]

How many of these have you corrected on Dorian?

[@breadfdx]

7:24 Jordan 1 breds look great when theyre worn in

[@KarlSnarks]

Yeah, like most of these rules (except the "wear with confidence") this rule has so many exceptions it hurts. Just think of how awesome dr.Martin boots look when they're worn in. Also, basically any skate shoe/sneaker looks better if they're slightly worn in.

[@rauljimenez4146]

Are you saying that I cant show the bunny loops in any of my shoes ?

[@rullmourn1142]

Leather bomber jackets are a classic that looks good at any age. Looks a hella lot better than that sketchy jean jacket you're wearing with your undershirt showing above your outer shirt.

[@nonames9935]

Yeah the leather jacket guy looks cool. I agree about the skinny fitting ripped jeans.

[@nicomn5772]

2:22 If I’m slim and muscular are athletic fit jeans ok? Thanks

[@PuffyFluffyDog]

Thank you for your great video, Can i ask you what is the name of the font you using for thumbnail ? Thanks

[@mancavern4007]

Is there any shoes that have a stylish flap that the laces can be tucked under? So they don’t have to be pushed inside.

[@unspoiledfashionista5738]

9:50 Read the tip and then look at the jacket he is wearing. Also, leather (real leather) jackets are expensive it makes more sense that an older man would be in a better financial position to purchase one.

[@tarangoniyang6419]

Ashley's smile when Dorian says shave those balls....

[@Polukpan]

TikTok Lovers' 😂😂😂

[@MightyRostam]

Does anyone know the music playing in the background?

[@sins36l]

Dorian u have bulked up..hope u are doing well..stay healthy 👍

[@Visqo1]

The straight laces were my best find of the year thanks to you guys

[@BuddhaBelly22]

Bought 6 pairs of laces, used your code and got the discount. Hopefully, I’ll love them as much as you both do! Thanks for the discount hookup!

[@soulchild216]

I just purchased my first shoe laces online. Thanks 😊

[@faraway8368]

One of your best shows. Great points: confidence, white sneakers, body type, Chelsea boots, over accessorizing, cologne, details, ratty shoes, ratty clothes and grooming. These are things that seem obvious once you think of it. I would add posture or how you hold yourself.

[@tanseer06]

Bought from Straight Laces after watching this video. I would say probably the best product I bought in a very long time. Thank you for the suggestion 💯

[@Chorrosion]

Hello Ash and Dorian! Quick question! Ash when you are being distracted by bunny ears on shoelaces are you referring to proper dress shoes or is that a rule you apply to your clients in every situation? As in do you always tuck or just the fancy stuff? Examples being the more casual footwear like white leather sneakers, any casual sneaker or athletic shoe even. Thanks. Can't say enough how much this channel and your website have helped me and become my personal reference for ensuring I'm dressing on point.

[@MTYi]

Loving this vid! Great tips, Thank you Ash and Dorian!!

[@BelpTikTok]

Less is more. But more is also more! :D as Tom Ford Said "if you have a scent that you love, why not be generous with it, why smell a little bit good when you can smell great!" XD I get what you guys are saying though :)

[@Sonny0276]

Great Video. Thank you for posting.

[@ItsAllGoodGames]

What kind of watch do you wear with a leather jacket? Dress watch is fine or more casual is proper?

[@hanschristianvonderheyde6723]

What blue t-shirt are you wearing?

[@jackiewong8097]

Uniqlo

[@Aeder42]

I'm interested in the Staight Laces, do they come in pairs or do I have to buy 2 of them per pair of shoes?

[@ApparitionRune]

Dorian's style is extra on point today. That outfit looks especially good on you.

[@gustavogutierrez2709]

I’ve learned a while back from you guys that stripes and checkers don’t look good on bigger guys and have saved me a lot from impulse purchases.

[@momez9139]

Now that y'all have gone through "the basics" "tips and tricks" and "what not to do" as a baseline for getting into clothing (which are all amazing btw!) Can we see some of the more advanced style choices you'd make?

[@isiahpaskins]

They need to stop w all these rules. These rules limit your style and your overall happiness. Unless your true love is actually fitted clothing, then this video isn’t for you or me

[@lenny.martiniano]

Thanks Guys For the Free Fashion Advice!!!🙌

[@MrShaunG]

Great list but I’m over 30 and am planning on buying my first leather jacket sir, if H&M didn’t run out I would of had one already.

[@fuloman9894]

Go but your leather jacket I am to

[@mattsitton6826]

I think they are talking about motorcycle jackets for the most part. If you ride, I say wear it. If not, go another leather direction.

[@isiahpaskins]

Go buy what you want

[@aousenaimi5144]

Thanks to Dorian for #11 where to put a pin on your denim jacket (on the pocket).

[@ChachiTelevision1979]

I learned about the lace-tuck in from Ashley and Bob Odenkirk awhile ago. I’ve never turned back.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Chachi Shapiro I did it once I saw the video a while back but I forgot all about it not soon after.

[@jpsuper9649]

Im so sad I try Henley shirt and Chelsea boots, I love it 😂

[@Lawand]

I really like the music in the background 😍

[@BudoDave76]

I disagree with the motorcycle jacket for those over 40. Some styles are timeless and essential when riding a motorcycle.

[@soulchild216]

Thanks AW and Dorian for another great video.

[@jonstern7511]

Good tips. Sponsored segment intruded a bit but I know you need to make a living. Overall thanks and appreciated 👍👍

[@FragranceGlitch]

I take all of your advice other than fragrance advice. Being a frag head myself, it’s not as simple as you guys always say. Having said that, the heavy spray guys are a bit much.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Chris Richards I don’t know much about fragrance but what you say makes sense. You can’t have a set rule on how much fragrance to apply if they are all different.

[@JJernqvist]

Love that you included Andy Richter with skinny fit jeans!

[@The.Dude.Abides.]

Thanks for all the tips! Also, one thing you may want to look more into is solid colognes. I currently use two scents from Cremo and I find that it gives off just enough scent and it lasts all day! I am not sure why this isn't talked about more and why there are not more options on the marketplace for men but I love mine and find it to be a lot better option than spraying myself. I would be interested in your thoughts. Thanks!

[@ralphmarkasher]

Ashley what about wearing Chelsea boots with chinos?

[@christianmadsen5938]

I think they're wrong on that. Chelsea boots looks good on everyone as long as they know how to style them. Chinos or suit trousers are excellent choices. 😊

[@izhanarif1542]

number 10 is really subjective, u can still wear faded vintage and still look fly. Its about how you combine them with other pieces.

[@rolandseper3982]

I have really enjoyed this look and style. Great work mister. Now I have to get ready to hit the club both this video in style and then Delta Parole - Wasted Music Video that I had watched before this, motivated me to be the man tonight. Small The Killers namedrop for those that know haha who is also a big fan and what are any of the other beautiful peoples hit the club songs?

[@ukguitarnoodle]

I'm 51 and just got white Nike . the internet screams mostly NO, sometimes yes ! confusing. I might have to start running to justify buying them !

[@pgplaysvidya]

3:18 MVMT watch tho lol

[@brettknoss486]

I think the ripped and faded thing is good advice, except for faded denim. Then it's wear it to a blue collar job or on the weekend, and don't buy distressed. Also leather jackets same thing, weekend wear, or work (not office).

[@thebritishindian1]

Omg, Straight Laces look amazing! I’m gonna buy them after this video.... And the Sweater Shaver, I never even knew that was a thing that existed :-)!!

[@druiz127]

You can use a cheap disposable razor it works the same

[@justjyotish]

Excellent

[@K.K.111]

With the accessorizing thing, I agree. However, I also don’t. But that’s only because it depends on your style. I guess because this page is dedicated to a more dapper/normal men’s style, but if you’re looking at street style, high fashion, vintage wear, it really really depends. Cool vid tho none the less

[@marshall4759]

You two really judge others on their styles. Really.

[@isiahpaskins]

The things people do for clout and attention

[@realblackbetty2204]

White sneakers don’t look me lol. And leather jackets are timeless

[@tubingforever]

Omg SOO getting straightlaces!! Yeees!

[@aayushkumar7379]

It's been a while I haven't seen your intro! That was sick man, pls bring it back 😭

[@Emanuel_carey]

At my buddy’s daughter’s first birthday, I had on a cologne, that I love. Absolutely zero complements on it; until his great aunt came up to give me a hug.. and verbally announced. “This one smells good!!”. Hi I’m this one haha

[@LOLuniverse08]

Dorian you're looking healthier every video. keep it up!

[@chadthomas3006]

Liking the outfit today Dorian, looking sharp. Taken Ashley‘s advice here, I would add a crewneck sweater for us bigger chested guys on Tip number 2. Read her article or watch her video on sweaters and cardigans in her Essential series.

[@davidu730531]

Cool facts and tips :) but sometimes it’s good to show the bunny laces...like the Blucher.

[@crisojeda29]

Thanks. Everyone said me to use white sneackers

[@muhamedsabbah9316]

Nothing wrong if you are wearing biker jackets even if you are 70 years old 😁 and also ripped jeans 👖 but this style doesn’t fit anyone it’s all about your personality and how you can rock this outfit 😎 but also you need to have all basic things first 👊🏼☝🏻 enjoy fashion and life 🕺

[@isiahpaskins]

Here’s words of advice for you guys. Don’t try to dress your age bc clothing has no gender and no age. Wear what you want bc then that’s style. Dressing your age means you’re no longer stylish bc now you’re just copying.

[@Bayou987]

So this was just an add for straight laces?

[@ArnavSenguptaPlus]

Straight laces don't work for everyone. The purpose of a lace is to tighten the shoe around your ankle and hold it from wobbling around. Now all feet are not the same and shoes sometimes fit in length but are loose around the ankle and that's when laces are helpful. Straight laces only work if your shoes fit perfectly without the laces too. Also, you needn't buy straight laces, you can just learn how to bar lace.

[@spectre5x5]

Great video!!

[@pgplaysvidya]

Those laces - the discount covers shipping to Canada! I'm going to give one to my brother and report back later on how well they fit with my Allen Edmonds :)

[@bamboomike4295]

As an older man, I try to dress age appropriate, though I carry lean muscle and think that I can get away with slimmer, though not skinny clothes; see profile picture with my daughter. I like to wear a very similar outfit to Dorian’s, though with a blue dress shirt under the sweater and gray slim fit jeans and brogue boots. My question is, every time I wear my jean jacket, I like to lift the collar and roll it up. My wife rolls her eyes when I do this! LOL. I like to do this with my collar on my pea coat and green corduroy trucker jacket as well. At 54 would you consider that perhaps too young of a thing to do?

[@c.w.9615]

The popped collar on a peacoat is a very classic look. Popped collar on the jean jacket has been around for awhile, but it's not as timeless as the peacoat look. Your style choices communicates a story about you to other people. The idea behind style is to be intentional about what story you are telling with your clothes. I think your wife is thinking the story doesn't match the person when you pop your collar. After you've considered all of this, if you like it, then do it. It's not a big deal. I'm 41 years old. If the wind is really blowing hard, the popped collar is appropriate. Otherwise, I'd leave it down for a better look.

[@andysukhdeo9309]

This channel gon save my life, it's about time I step my game up. I needed this, ty.

[@JohnnyTaxonomy]

This cologne tip also majorly applies to women and girls and their perfumes. In any of these cases, if you can be smelled from 10 or 20 or more feet away when you walk by, it probably says that you should cut down and learn how to wear fragrances. 😂

[@DEXVD]

I feel like that denim jacket is contraindicated by some of the advice presented in this video

[@hornetbrown]

Say that in my 'hood and cause a fight. I mean, just whisper it, get a mouthful of fist.

[@DVD323]

>didn’t put the link to the sweater shaver in the description

[@bandit6969]

what's the item at 3:22 called

[@t.d.phillips7283]

I am a straight lace kind of guy. Good advice on the ball shaving...

[@jasonissamdar5505]

I can’t take this guy seriously with that teenage girl emo jacket 😭😭😭

[@BaxsStudios]

Honestly I didn't like your shoes videos but this was really good advices (besides ripped jeans) props!! You guys are doing good! Respect!

[@wayne1141]

very good video.

[@MiselStarmo]

So “Wear something that feels good and comfortable” but then a whole video of judgement and ageism. GOT IT.

[@Brandon-jb3rn]

Sooooo you’re telling me that imma have to tell Keanu Reeves to stop wearing leather jackets even tho he looks damn good wearing one?

[@jasonhermosilla9064]

I wonder what Ashley thinks about the italian sprezzatura culture

[@bernardocourrege6283]

Me too. + some of the oversize styles that have been making a comeback.

[@Triekki]

The majority of guys who you see online and think are part of that are actually peacocks. Sprezzatura is subtle and effortless, like when you look at someone and think they look fantastic but can’t quite put your finger on why.

[@jasonhermosilla9064]

@@Triekki pretty good explanation.

[@jonstern7511]

@@Triekki Great Explanation 👍👍

[@jonstern7511]

She seems a bit obsessive neatness wise. Not sure she'd like that

[@305ssmonte5]

Those straight laces look great. Thank you for the discount code. Very helpful.

[@davidvelazquez7937]

I mean as long as ur style makes u happy thats all that matters because someone should be attracted to u by who u are and not what u wear and how u wear it but i agree on the cologne part

[@adrianmark613]

What about short muscular men's dress style? You guys should make a video about it

[@MensFashioner]

Already done. Search the channel.

[@michaelknapp8961]

I’ve used to much cologne before!!!! We all need to watch that.

[@adamkhan4413]

I want some nice black jeans but because of the lint I won't buy them but I have a nice lint brush