Guys Wearing Pastel Colors (Casual Wear)

I was wondering what your opinions are on guys wearing a lot of pastel colored clothing casually (i.e. GTH pants, etc.). I feel as though I couldn't really pull them off, but do you think they look good generally or does it look strange/feminine?

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WASPY yes, not so much effite as hipster wear often can be...

Just my opinion. If I'm not at I'm wearing sweatpants or jeans. I hate the idea of 'casual wear'. I'm working.....or I'm playing/relaxing.

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Depends if you are north or south of the Mason Dixon.

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I assume you're implying it's okay if you're north?

People demand freedom of speech as a compensation for freedom of thought which they seldom use.
 
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I assume you're implying it's okay if you're north?

The complete opposite, outside of Connecticut, maybe.

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duffmt6 Anihilist:

I assume you're implying it's okay if you're north?

The complete opposite, outside of Connecticut, maybe.

Hah, I only asked because when I think of those kinds of pants, I associate with WASP, New England, Lax bros and old money.

People demand freedom of speech as a compensation for freedom of thought which they seldom use.
 
redrocksky

One pastel item is fine, but do everyone a favor and don't dress like a sherbet swirl.

Yup, this exactly. Pastel shirt with conservative suit? Totally fine. Pastel tie with white shirt and blue suit? Also kosher. Salmon shirt with aqua tie and lavender suit? No, you look like an ice cream salesperson.
 

There nothing wrong with pastel, as long as it isn't to bright. VV shirts/shorts are all my friends and I wear in the summer. Perfect for almost any occasion that is casual.

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In moderation it isn't a big deal. You should moderate both how often you wear it and how much you wear at one time. Always being the guy in bright pastels is a bit odd and seems like you're trying too hard to stick out and make a statement. Additionally, if you have a pastel hat, polo, khakis, and sperry's on at the same time, you look like a tool. Typically, try to have only one pastel item on at a time. If you want to wear a pastel shirt, fine. But, wear a plain pair of shorts/slacks like khaki.

 

Casual is just that...casual. Throw out the rule book and wear what you are comfortable wearing. Growing up in the south I have always worn seersucker, madras, and pastels in the spring/summer. So do most of my friends.

If you are going to stick out like a sore thumb, just be prepared to get stares and questions. Also jokes from your friends.

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