Double Denim
This next no-no also goes for women. Avoid the double denim in all scenarios. That is, never pair denim bottoms with a denim jacket! It never looks good, especially if the two pieces are different washes. If they’re exactly the same, you just end up looking like you walked out of the nineties.

Jerseys
For the most part, men should stay away from wearing sports jerseys unless it’s a weekend and they’re staying within the confines of their street.

Witty T-Shirts
One of the things I detest the most is the contrived T-shirts that have obnoxious messages on them. I see so many men who sport these, but they are just plain ugly and tasteless! Sure, you want everyone to know about your drinking habits or other such toilet humour, but nobody else really wants to know.

Accessories
Is there anything more to say about a man who wears more bling than a woman does? I’m all for gender equality, but I personally don’t wear rings, bracelets OR necklaces. I’ll tolerate one necklace, at most, but guys really do look better without shiny things affixed to them.

Novelty Dress Wear
It’s a fact that only Don Cherry can sport those suits and accessories without getting flak. Well, for the most part. That’s why guys really shouldn’t attempt it at all. It’s not that funny to wear outrageous Christmas ties. There are always exceptions to the rule, though. My high school math teacher owned a tie that looked entirely like a fish. Really though, if you want to be able to pull off something like that, it’s about the attitude. If you play it down and don’t make a big deal about it, chances are it’ll be more likely to fly with other people.

Shoes—Crocs, Thongs, Socks
There is one type of shoe that should be banned worldwide, regardless of gender, age, etc. I speak of the dreaded Crocs.  Any reason to wear these ‘shoes’ outside the house is just unacceptable. No one can pull this shoe style off. Absolutely no one. Regardless of tweaks to the style. Stay away.

Thongs are not as bad, considering the limited summer footwear men from which men can choose. They are economic and comfortable, but entirely inappropriate for most social situations. Don’t wear them to the bar. Your feet will just end up dirty and stamped on. Don’t wear them to the club. You won’t get in. They were made for the beach and 80 per cent of the time, that’s where they should stay. Of course, there are certain cases where men just don’t have other options, especially if it’s choosing between ugly sports sandals or these.

No man can really rock the socks and sandals look, especially if they’re the strappier sports sandals. The funny thing is, South Koreans (both men and women) don socks and those flip flops with the three Adidas-like stripes. But, if you’re not with the masses, this is a classic no-no. There’s a reason for that.

Exceptions?
There are always exceptions to the rules, but these are pretty atrocious pieces to wear! However, there is a time and place for everything, so if you’re lounging around at home in a jersey, why not? Or if you wear Crocs to garden, but ONLY garden. Most of these can pretty much be relegated to the household. That is, if your missus doesn’t object. (Just a heads up—she most likely will!)