Sneakers are a men’s style essential that every guy should own. The problem is that many guys wear the wrong sneakers because there’s a thin line between looking stylish, smooth, and fresh … and looking like a huge dumbass. Today I’m going over sneakers that adult dudes should never wear. My minimal sneakers come from Thursday Boots. They have a new collection too. Unbelievably sexy!
Shoes that make a man unsexy!
- Athletic shoes with the wrong clothing. A man should never wear athletic shoes with non-athletic clothing. Men will wear running or athletic shoes with jeans, chinos, flat-front khakis, or shorts, which any of these are unstylish.
- Dirty white sneakers. Make sure your white sneakers are not discolored with scratches and scuffs. It will make you look like a massive slob. Also, make sure the sole is white if they are white. I use a Magic Eraser to clean mine. You can go over any area that might have a little dirt. If you don’t want to mess with cleaning white soles, opt for a gum sole that doesn’t show dirt.
- Bulky white sneakers. Sneakers like Air Force ones look fine for young dudes. But if you’re an adult man, you want to look for a leaner anesthetic. Bulky sneakers will make men look short and more casual. It’s also impossible to dress up bulky, casual sneakers. However, you can wear a great pair of minimal sneakers and a suit. Check out my demonstration with a lightweight fabric suit which is great for a summer barbecue or an evening out. You can even lose the jacket and kill it — sexy and clean.
- Not coordinating correctly. When wearing something like a Jordan One (one of my all-time favorite sneakers), they come in many badass colors. Most older men look stupid because they’re not rocking the appropriate fit. It’s all about coordination. You could opt for something with attitude and edge that is still a bit retro-inspired such as the Air Max. They come in a ton of different colors, and you can dress them up a bit, such as rocking them with jeans.
- Ultra-stylized shoes. Older dudes don’t look great in these trendy shoes. It’s hard to pull them off. Another downside to trendy shoes is that they are expensive. These shoes really stand out; the truth is, shoes shouldn’t be telling people to look at them. They should tie the outfit together. Plus, ultra-stylized shoes can make you look like a huge douche. Instead, like my tan suede ones, go for something solid in color. They’ll work for years.
- Retro-sneakers at the inappropriate time. They are super casual and sporty — great for the gym, running around on the weekend, and sporty outfits. Don’t wear these retro-inspired sneakers with jeans. Instead, opt for a minimal white style.
