Ok, first off I'm a college male. I've pretty much always dressed like a dirtbag, wearing a lot of the same beat up clothes daily and often not washing them. So recently I decided out of nowhere to start dressing better because I finally consciously realized that that way I've been dressing is unacceptable and I realized dressing better would give people I've never met a better impression of me. Problem is that I'm socially awkward and I feel weird suddenly changing the way I dress, like people would think there is something wrong w/ me or something. Any thoughts on this? Is going from wearing old beat up clothes to Hollister, AE, etc weird to people? Thanks in advance.
2007-11-25 11:44:06 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
people will notice and that is a good thing.. try changing into some thing you are comfortable in and work your way up to whatever clothes you want..... never let people who judge you bother you.... some people just suck!
2007-11-25 11:59:23 · answer #1 · answered by Veronica's Mommy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why should you feel awkward about dressing yourself with respect? If others make nasty comments about your looking and feeling better about yourself, then that goes to show you they are not your friends, and they don't feel good about themselves.
If you worry about what might look good on you (style-wise) you can usually trust the "eye" of a good store's staff... they usually have a good "eye" for style. While it may take some time to choose the "right" clothing for you and your body-type, it is an investment which will pay off in spades. Oh, keep your receipts just in case you do have second thoughts about a certain article or two, too. Also, keep in mind that clothing can be ALTERED to fit well!!!! So many of us are so used to the "off-the-rack" mentality, we forget that clothes can be fitted to suit you just right! So, if the style is right but you need to go UP a size for a certain feature, know that the other parts can be altered DOWN to fit again!
Save the old beat-up clothes for yard-work and doing roofing... or whatever! Otherwise, DRESS for RESPECT, not just success!
2007-11-25 12:58:14 · answer #2 · answered by wyomugs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely, people will think there's something suddenly RIGHT with you! I say go for it and good for you for being able to grow and get out of your comfort zone! It's harder than most people realize. I had a moment right after I left my ex husband when my, then, 18 year old sister told me that I needed to dress more "age appropriate". Now she didn't mean that I was dressing too young, she meant that I was dressing too old and needed to dress more like a single 32 year old woman. I did the sudden change thing and it got a few interested looks, but the only comments I got were positive: "about time!" and others along those lines. It definitely made me feel better about myself. You'll be fine, don't worry about it!
2007-11-25 12:03:41 · answer #3 · answered by bainaashanti 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You really should have been more concerned about how people thought of you when you were dressing like a dirtbag. Anything over that would not only be an improvement, but a welcome one. You are just finally getting the fact that you are perceived as you dress. Go for it, do it right, and watch the difference in how people interact with you. I don't think you will be socially awkward for long when you look like you belong and don't have to feel apologetic for your lack of appropriate style. Have you ever watched "What Not to Wear"?
2007-11-25 11:54:10 · answer #4 · answered by dawnb 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Well, it might make some of your firends look at you funny at first, but look at something in the middle first, and work your way to clean (or cleaner) cut. Pick up an Abercrombie flannel to wear over your other stuff, then work a nicer shirt underneath it. Just an idea on that. It does feel wierd at first, but I think people should dress the way they feel like. I like comfortable clothes myself. I don't care how others see me, but with long hair and week long growth beards, most would look at me weird if i dressed in khaki and button up shirts...lol
2007-11-25 12:00:47 · answer #5 · answered by jodokast614 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-02 04:23:23 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't worry about what other people think.
You will be happier when you don't, you didn't seem to care when you dressed like a dirt bag, why care now?
If anyone "teases" you or makes comments you should just ask them why they care what you wear.
If someone compliments you, all you need to say is "thanks", no explanation is ever necessary to a compliment.
2007-11-25 12:32:22 · answer #7 · answered by Buzz B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no that's the beauty of the USA, freedom of choice. there was actually a movement started in the 30s NYC that was based on the idea that we could all shed who we once were and become anyone we wished. kinda cool i thinks
2007-11-25 11:55:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at the reaction. Be ready for a few remarks, but keep it up. After a while, no one will even comment, except to say how nice you look. Welcome to civilization!
2007-11-25 11:51:18 · answer #9 · answered by Winterskye 4 · 5⤊ 0⤋