9 Outdated Fashion Rules to IGNORE in 2021

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When you search the internet for style advice, you often find a list of rules.
"Always wear this. Never wear that." It can start to feel a bit prescriptive and overly rigid.
Yes, many of these men’s fashion “rules” exist for a reason, and there’s at least some truth in most of them. But many style rules aren’t meant to be followed religiously, and some are simply outdated and no longer relevant.
I’m not saying you should ignore the rules. Learn the rules, understand why they exist, and then feel free to bend (or break) them. After all, style is as much as it is science, and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't always work.
00:00 Intro
02:20 Your Shoes and Belt Have To Match
03:22 Your Metals Have To Match
04:05 Don't Wear Blue and Black Together
04:39 Always Wear a Belt
05:24 Never Wear Graphic Tees
05:59 No Logos or Branding
06:34 Your Undershirt Shouldn't Be Visible
07:54 Don't Wear Neck Ties With Button Down Collars
08:48 No Socks With Sandals
09:46 Conclusion
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[@dmitrialeexev7131]

Video idea- style on a small budget for us university students

[@dorrb3]

Yes pleaaase

[@zikomo8913]

Yes please!

[@igris3416]

I'm going to college after this pandemic gets over so it will be of great help

[@Ricardo-kd7oe]

I would recommend going for a minimalist style. Shop at Uniqlo and thrift stores. You can find high quality pieces for reasonable prices.

[@memomorph5375]

Thrift for brands you like and get them tailored as opposed to new, cheap, and Untailored. No belt with vests

[@robertlyriotakis8131]

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.

[@giacomo8875]

Socks are for hygiene not heat

[@vaderladyl]

Not a sexy look at all.

[@georgekidd9102]

Exactly

[@adamcuthbert9498]

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.

[@OEMPlus]

@@adamcuthbert9498 bruh, at that point you should be wearing house shoes :D

[@davidw5388]

"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

[@aygwm]

Navy and black look pretty bad together.

[@valtsu7785]

@@aygwm no

[@davidkonevky7372]

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

[@valtsu7785]

@@davidkonevky7372 Right!

[@jengaaaaa]

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.

[@IronMartialArts]

Raphael almost had a heart attack looking at that thumbnail.

[@stevenwells5069]

😂😂

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

Personally I always think empty belt loops looks undressed.

[@vaderladyl]

To me it looks unfinished.

[@christopherschneider7542]

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!

[@BrockMcGoff]

Thank you!

[@rv8-m948]

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.

[@steelyburt]

Keep off the gravy! 😎 jk do what u want 👌

[@JuanDominguez-]

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

[@AcediaIX]

Garrison belts especially the ones with good designs would make anyone look 2x better

[@montymontano8618]

Unless the pants are made to be beltless, I say no. There are too many parts of a pant that are left hanging out.

[@danstewart2770]

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.

[@georgelush1998]

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.

[@MR_GREEN410]

I was riding with you until the socks with sandals. 😂 I just can't do it.

[@justinopepperino]

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.

[@onsenguy]

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.

[@daimena.cianci2651]

I dont get the rule of black and blue. To me, they look good together.

[@BrockMcGoff]

Agreed!

[@MrClassicmetal]

It depends on the shade of blue I guess. Very light blue jeans and black shoes are a definite NO NO for me.... 😁

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

@@MrClassicmetal agreed

[@tomatopaste799]

Still trying to convince my girlfriend of this. It's one of my favorite color combos.

[@MrClassicmetal]

@@tomatopaste799 The examples in the video look cool. The dark blue suit and black shoes go well together.

[@robertscoggin]

9:46 "I can practically feel you rolling your eyes right now..." most accurate statement in the whoe vid! 🤣

[@ggndrums]

Loved this! Let’s not be rigid...except with socks and sandals. I just can’t do it, man! 😂

[@chrisblanc663]

So true.

[@JoseMiguelLoor]

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

[@farshimelt]

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.

[@pepavasata6790]

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.

[@mit8843]

Gentleman's gazette is never writting here again...

[@BrockMcGoff]

Bring it on, Raph.

[@karina-gallego]

@@BrockMcGoff What brand are those brown leather utility looking boots in 2:58?

[@johnhenson8244]

Because they always look so bad, no one would listen to their opinion.

[@Gryphonisle]

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.

[@PaulSullivan828]

Shop for clothes without logos?

[@TheZombie567]

You would not catch me dead in Socks & Sandals haha

[@farshimelt]

I will be checking all the dead men I come across.

[@_tristanluciano]

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.

[@harshitsinghrao1112]

Learn the rules like a pro, so that you can break them like an artist.

[@giacomo8875]

Or don't learn them, nobody even care.

[@larryhall2805]

👍🏼

[@pelloo3627]

@@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

[@giacomo8875]

@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.

[@pelloo3627]

@@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

[@alex22379]

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!

[@BrockMcGoff]

The hero we need 🙏🏻

[@alex22379]

@@BrockMcGoff of course ;)

[@Kivaskib]

before i even watch this video just going to say Love your videos Brock!! 🙌🏼

[@BrockMcGoff]

Thank you, sir!

[@nikhilsrl]

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.

[@bamboomike4295]

I am really enjoying wearing a similar suiting to the one Daniel Craig wears in “No Time To Die’ in Matera Italy, recently! As a 55 year old man in great shape, the suspenders and button collared denim shirt feel just right for some reason?

[@gwimmer98]

You triggered the whole menswear community just by your thumbnail

[@moonlightfitz]

Why?

[@kurutakurapika1096]

@@moonlightfitz ^

[@mrxman581]

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.

[@fastleopard1]

I ordered a nice set of Hawthorne face lotion, cleanser, deodorant, shampoo and cologne. Very happy with the products and packaging

[@jobmclaren4150]

Undershirt showing is a style form military heritage. If you look at the Marines Browns fro example, uniform shows a white crew neck shirt.

[@joshpembers]

So true...very few rules need be absolute. Hello this morning, from San Francisco.

[@BrockMcGoff]

Good morning!

[@calmevideomusic5558]

Hello Mr Brock! What about hybrid shoes..recently got my attention to one of them, a brogue hybrid, and they look cool in photos, and have ordered it. Don't know how it's going to be, but will try.

[@lbierman]

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

[@Lassehansen3]

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 🤷‍♂️

[@chrisblanc663]

I agree with you in both regards.

[@n8sfolly]

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.

[@BrockMcGoff]

Well said!

[@jonasdomingo213]

Man the audio in these newer videos are much better. Thanks!

[@m4ttyb0y22]

I've watched modest man for a long time, but I've noticed recently that the styles presented have migrated from being more classic to just overly trendy. I realize this is entirely subjective, but t-shirts tucked into pants, socks with sandals, or his kimono cardigan are just really odd trends in my opinion. Keep doing you though and making great content!

[@pelloo3627]

What is wrong with tucking a white tee into your pants? It just makes your outfit look smarter.

[@ForTheLoveOfSuits]

Great video and nice and humorous jump cut editing for effect.

[@markjosephporras8063]

Great video and tips again. Stay safe. Mark from Philippines. 🙂

[@ernestparker7261]

I will always wear socks and sandals. It’s the most comfortable way to wear sandals.

[@giacomo8875]

Up

[@adamkirby2570]

Just found you...really enjoyed watching! Thanks for the advice. I use to wear socks with Birkenstocks in the late 90's...loved the look (would probably try again)👍

[@BlastFromYesterday]

I like that traditional look with button down collars and ties (around 8:30), maybe because of school uniforms I had to wear. I remember always asking my mom to buy me a new tie. I still have so many ties, feels like a shame to not wear them. I'd feel overdressed in my work office or wearing it out. What are other elements of that look that I can incorporate into work and everyday wear?

[@mickey5515]

where do you get your belt loop less dress pants from the video?

[@david57boring]

I was always taught blue and green should never be seen... What absolute nonsense 😂

[@MrClassicmetal]

Dark blue jeans and an olive green shirt look good.

[@MrClassicmetal]

@Baba Yaga That works out fine as well. Or with a navy blue vest.

[@farshimelt]

@@MrClassicmetal Or a green toilet seat cover on a blue toilet.

[@chrisblanc663]

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.

[@SlimDavenport]

Agree with the belt matching thing. A very overrated style rule.

[@RedwoodAggie]

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.

[@crowdthepoet9067]

Hey brock! I was just wondering what kind of shirt are you wearing? The blue shirt, specifically! Thanks, and as always great content!

[@BrockMcGoff]

Links in description, always 😉

[@d.e.contreras]

Try white socks with flip-flops for that Samurai look! 😀

[@ARod3]

Can you recommend a good brand to buy trousers with the side adjusters instead of belt loops?

[@BrockMcGoff]

Mine are all made to measure from places like Lanieri and Oliver Wicks.

[@ReneAlexisPenalozaMunoz]

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.

[@farshimelt]

Are you sure it's your buckle they're looking at?

[@TheJojo01902]

THANK YOU for this content, Modest Man. Very helpful and practical. I will be interested in the reaction to the final rule to break - the socks and sandals issue. Not to get too personal, but there are a number of men who would like to wear sandals, but do not because of the look of their toes/toenails. By and large, socks solve this problem.

[@jmotiff]

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.

[@JakeSmith-jy1kx]

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.

[@RavensRules]

Your vids are great

[@avtoportret]

Finally! Thanks for that

[@JohnnyVichi]

brock, where do you get the pants with side tab?

[@Fnous]

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!

[@lannylancaster62]

Bostons and wool ragg socks are great with medium washed denim and quarter zip sweater.

[@reidl4022]

where do you get those side adjustment dress pants?

[@unneimed]

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!

[@yuribudilov5638]

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).

[@MDobri-sy1ce]

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.

[@calialoha25]

Where’s the blue shirt jacket/kimono from? It’s looks perfect!

[@hoopmania9912]

Just found you. Easily one of the best fashion youtubers. Subbed.

[@BrockMcGoff]

Thank you!

[@dokasaku1233]

I`m totally agree with all you`ve said this time which is quite unusual for me

[@snake1625b]

Pretty much every rule can be broken if you do it with style and intention

[@liudizzle]

except for socks and sandals

[@peadar-o]

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...

[@alexanderzirk7289]

I wear wool socks with Birkenstock’s frequently. Very cozy and comfortable. I also live in the PNW, though.

[@siletotsiras]

5:50 any idea which watch is that?

[@internet-browser]

To really upset some folks, wear 5-toe socks with flip-flops.

[@farshimelt]

Or 6-toe socks. That will really shake them up.

[@AIRFORCEFREAK1]

I can never get my undershirt to not be seen when I'm not wearing a tie. Any suggestions?

[@n.s.2754]

Try a v neck undershirt

[@rohanlashley5948]

a belt in my opinion is what highlights your outfit

[@lefteye129]

Hey Brock, amazing video as usual. I grew up in India and socks with sandals is common there, infact most south asian countries. Form over function

[@marinko1862]

What about medium wash denim and black shoes?

[@the_anxiousphotographer]

What is the belt at 3:17?

[@montymontano8618]

I agree with about 90% of your prescriptions, especially your comment about feeling like a billboard. The only logo I am comfortable with is the Levis-style patch on the back of the jeans. I have no graphic tees. I used to wear a couple. One was a John Lennon self-portrait and a Twyla Tharp autograph T. The latter got me the most compliments. Her signature was very unique. I still have the shirt as a memory of the time. Another quibble is with the t-shirt under a short sleeve shirt. I can't do that one. For warmth, I layer on top of the short sleeves.As for socks with sandals, I got my first Birkenstocks in the 70s when I hurt my foot on vacation in northern California. I had to wear them day and chilly nights. It worked for a while but I abandoned the look once my foot healed. Had those Birks until the turn of the century. I was never sure about mixing metals. My wedding ring was gold and my one "luxury'" watch (for me) was silver. I had qualms about that. Glad you discussed that one.

[@jamesslate1026]

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.

[@davidalonzo1030]

Good info

[@Artak091]

i made it literally to rule 1 before i found one that i do religiously and am now realizing i was wrong.

[@djpolonos]

If u remember the Reebok sanadal it was fashionable here at egypt at the 90s to wear the Reebok sanadal with socks

[@Slimdante]

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.

[@jowens197]

I've been going beltless and it still feels so weird lol. It's hard to unlearn old tradition

[@nextinline42]

ID on the chelseas @ 2:55? very pretty boots

[@minhnguyen5888]

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.

[@ioanc2]

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.

[@Wiintb]

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!

[@julianzeballos2943]

Hawthorne wipes, love them. Got introduced to them in college and havent gone back.

[@gordoncan]

Nice, especially with pride month rn

[@dakotarayprice]

I wear oxford shirt with my suit and SLP on dress shoes

[@lmv2.787]

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.

[@prajwal-kumar]

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

[@thestarvingstudentreviews622]

I’m definitely an advocate of stocks n’ socks. Great video!

[@jw1731]

I completely agree with that one. Wearing sandals barefoot seems make them smell bad really fast. Socks would at delay that quite a bit.

[@Master-Baiter]

Dude, gotta talk about those noat shoes with wool socks, fall favorite

[@leonstevens1382]

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.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

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.

[@memomorph5375]

Can’t believe I’m old enough to see belts going out lol Ooooo but I love socks with sandals

[@vaderladyl]

They are not going out. The point is that you have the option to use or not.

[@Theo-ul8qm]

Enjoyed the video! The beltless look is something that I like in principle, but I find I hardly ever actually do it. Personally, whenever I wear pants without a belt (or suspenders) I find they fall down to around my hip level. So though I agree that the look can be attractive, I find it impractical to wear.

[@winsboy]

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.

[@kevinbutler6165]

I like that. Subscribed.

[@flectz]

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

[@psychalogy]

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.