Do you know how to dress on a date? Have you attempted peacocking? Peacocking refers to selecting small accessory or another and using it to pop your outfit. Alternately, it can mean piling these accessories on so that you’re really popping all over. It’s not that this is necessarily good or bad. It works for some men and not for others. But the question is how do you do it right and what should you avoid when peacocking?
Is It You?
One of the biggest questions you need to ask when it comes to any kind of fashion statement is “is it you?” It won’t take a lot of soul-searching to figure this out. You try something on and it either fits your personality and makes you look like you feel good or it doesn’t. You’ll know right away if you’re overdoing it. Remember, the point of fashion is not just to make you look your best, but also to make you feel your best. You’re not going to be the confident self that you need to be if you’re worried about what you’re wearing. This is why it is so important to know how to dress on a date: it can make or break you.
Does It Add To Your Outfit or Take Away From It?
A big mistake that a lot of men make when they try out “peacocking” is picking something that takes away from their outfit rather than adds to it. After all, you want people noticing you, not some little piece of flash you added to your outfit to get attention. It’s all right to add something a little flashy, just so long as it’s actually adding to your overall look rather than detracting from it.
Examples of Peacocking That Works
There are two gold standards for peacocking that works: the watch and the signet ring. These are understated and manly ways to spice up an outfit without taking away from it or looking like you’re trying too hard. Other things that can work really well depending on your personality are scarves, neckties, vests or even glasses. Again, you want to evaluate things in terms of whether or not they work for you.
Examples of Peacocking That Doesn’t Work
A great example of peacocking that just doesn’t work in most cases is something intrustive, like a big gold chain or a fuzzy white hat. But again, the point here is that this is ultimately your call. Maybe that stuff is your style and maybe it does fit. Remember, the point of peacocking is to be complementary to whatever it is that you’re wearing anyway. Anything that’s going to have you noticed as “the guy wearing X” is probably not the right choice for you.
Where to Look For Tips
A great place to look for tips on how you can add a little pizzaz to your wardrobe without looking like you’re trying too hard are men’s magazines. Look through these, especially the ads. What are the men in them wearing for accessories? Probably items designed not to be noticed, but just to add a little flavor to what’s already a solid outfit. These can provide an excellent guide for you.
Now you know a little about how to dress on a date when it comes to peacocking.
