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The Clothing That Will Get You The Digits

Submitted by Samantha - Jun 12, 2006

The clothes may not make the man, but they definitely play a large role in the realm of first impressions. You may be sexy, smart, successful and super-fun, but if that great personality is housed in a run-of-the-mill package, considerably fewer ladies will be eager to unwrap it. Particularly in comparison to the feverish fervor with which they would attend to a more eye-catching “wrapping”.

Though men don’t have the array of sartorial options with which women are blessed, it’s still possible for you to get creative and cultivate a bit of fashion flare. Trust me, even small steps toward refining your personal style are guaranteed not only to get you noticed, but also to get you, shall we say, “results”. Here are some tips to get you started on your journey to Hefnerville.

Fiber-rich

Don an article of clothing made from a sumptuous fabric like cashmere or jersey (or velvet, which is stunning when worn correctly), and women won’t be able to keep their hands off of you! You’ll be rubbed and stroked by innumerable women who cross your path, the softness of the fabric crying out to them to be caressed. That you’re wearing such plush material positively screams that not only are you a man for whom comfort is important, you refuse to scrimp to attain it.

A good place to start is with a cashmere crewneck sweater, which is adaptable to work and play and practically any man’s style, from prepster (worn over an Oxford shirt) to mod (very close fitting, in black) to punk (vintage, with holes from wear).

Now that summertime is nearly upon us, you may want to trade in the cashmere for a well-fitting long-sleeved jersey tee.

No, Your Watch Doesn’t Count

I know, I know, it’s hard for guys to find accessories that straddle the line between “style statement” and “masculine cool”, but it’s worth your while to seek them out. There is life beyond the baseball cap and yours will be filled with a lot more female attention if you accessorize wisely.

The right pair of sunglasses will not only get you noticed, but will guarantee some hot-girl contact. Most of us women are accessory obsessed and the sight of your super-stylish shades will pique the interest of even the most jaded fashionista femme. Sit back as the ladies sidle up with inquiries as to where you found them and requests to try them on. If that doesn’t constitute a great opening, I don’t know what does.

“Man-jewelry” is probably the most difficult thing for you gents to pull off. Still, when done correctly, you’ll look irresistible. The right necklace on the right man is perfect fodder for flirtation. Out partying? Watch the girl you’ve focused in on play with your dangling pendant and playfully yank your chain.

Yes, it’s true – we are looking at your shoes. For some ladies, a guy’s shoes are make-or-break, on first glance. Do you want the number? Then get a decent pair of shoes.

Hottie in Pink

The man who wears color is the man who gets what he wants. Sure the guy in the blue-and-white striped button down is cute and probably a great person, but it’s the guy in the carnation-pink polo shirt who exudes the heady cocktail of confidence, rebellion and a willingness to blur boundaries that turns women’s heads.

Not only does color speak to us about a man’s personality, it also serves to enhance his skin tone, when the right color is worn. Particularly popular with the ladies are shirts in shades of pink, purple, green, red and yellow. The modern woman wants a Technicolor life – show her that you go beyond the blue.

Statement Pieces

Four out of five women** list “sense of humor” as the most attractive attribute a man can have. If you can get a woman to laugh, she’s more likely to approach you or give you an opening to approach her and yes, you can do this without uttering a word.

A t-shirt emblazoned with a “cheeky” (though not cheesy) expression, is a great way to convey your zest for life. Once, on a shopping trip a while back, I saw a guy wearing a shirt that said “I’m Shy” on the front. I know every woman in who passed him was sighing internally, I mean, how cute is that? When I turned around, thinking about this sweet shy man who I thought was surely in need of a friend, I noticed the back of his shirt, which said: “But I Have a Big Dick”. Pretty soon, the entire store was a-twitter with giggles and this “shy” young man was being approached by women throughout the store, who sought to engage him in conversation.

The shirt you choose need not be as “cocky” in nature as the one mentioned above, but so long as it’s clever, you’ll be reeling them in. Note, remember I said “cheeky” and not “cheesy”. If you own that horrible “The Man (arrow up) The Legend (arrow down)” t-shirt (or anything similarly appalling), just throw it out. I beg you.

Okay gentlemen, consider yourself enlightened. Now go out, go shopping and get some digits!

*This sartorial advice is likely null, if you don’t live in or near a city
**Unscientific survey