Back in history, it was considered a strong and manly color, whereas blue (associated with the Virgin Mary) was seen as delicate and feminine.It is found that men who wore pink shirts typically earned Β£1,000 more per year than those who avoided the color altogether. Men who wore pink shirts were also better qualified, on average, than their more soberly dressed colleagues.
Being considered largely a girl’s Barbie dream color, pink seems to have got a step treatment in a lot of conservative conformist men’s wardrobes.But things have changed.The emergence of the metro-sexual guy has pushed aside many myths with his bold and experimental side that he carries with much aplomb.Its not about being subtle or having nothing else to wear that this new generation man has embraced this color.He kinda flaunts it with a ‘devil may care’ attitude.Not to forget that this is one color that can be disguised cleverly in florals, strips, checkers and any other print to speak of.For a color formally eschewed by macho men and perceived to be too frivolous and girly, pink seems to be everywhere in menβs clothes! Pink shirts, pink jackets, pink scarfs, pink ties, pink caps, pink shoes even the rare pink pants.
There is something alluring about pink. Probably because it is known to have a calming effect psychologically speaking. Also because pink is complimentary to most skin tones, unless you already have a lot of pink tone in your skin. A man who wears pink exudes confidence, yet is sensitive. Pink is also a easy color to coordinate with almost every color in your wardrobe…it goes amazingly well with grey, tan, black, navy and other blue tones. And if you’re still not convinced how great pink is, women love pink and are more likely to give you a second glance.So do give pink a try if you havenβt already!
I live in a very rural area where the height of men's fashion is considered black Wrangler jeans, boots, and a cowboy shirt. Regardless of what the "city" says, I doubt pink on men will really catch on here.
My hubby won't wear pink but I really think pink looks great on men.
Kimberly, I can understand where you're coming from.Its difficult for such concepts to percolate in rural areas.
It sure does Nayna…I wish more men get would experimental with their wardrobe. You could probably try gifting your hubby a striped or checkered shirt in pink with another color in the print…its not so pink then π
My dad has a pink shirt and he never looked handsomer! He never let us forget it either π As long as you are comfortable, wear what you want, I say π
By the way, I suggest doing away with word verification on your blog. It reduces Blog traffic. People don't comment as much.
Thanks for stopping by my blog earlier π
Thanks for dropping by Shailaja! I loved reading your 'Solace in Silence.'
I agree,one needs to be comfortable in whatever one wears.My guess is that your dad enjoyed wearing pink π
And hey, I never realized that word verification was on.Thanks for pointing it out.Appreciate the feedback.
My husband loves to wear pink.. I love it when he wears it too. Pink I consider is the colour of love. π
Thanks for popping by Preeti! Pink indeed is a color of love…a softer subtle version of red!
Personally a guy who can really carry pink color is very sexy.
Hi Vinodini
I also wonder why Pink is only associated to GAYS
Strange it is. Actually Pink looks cute and great !
Thanks for penning this
and thanks for visiting my blog too π dropping by from A to z
True that Ananya…a guy who can carry pink well is sexy indeed π
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Yes Afshan strange isn't it?….we need to do away with a lot preconceived notions….pink indeed looks great on men!
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Vinodini: Last three of your A-Zs scanned. You really make me think. I hope your art is as strong as your writing. Very profound thoughts. I was not aware of the pink and blue associations in history, for instance. Your other ideas and opinions have me nodding along, or thinking too. Great stuff.
Sorry – I started following you on GPlus. Please stay in touch and feel free to share posts. Best wishes, Rich in Dublin Ireland.
Hey Rich! Great to see you here.I'm glad you enjoyed my posts and also for my thoughts resonating with yours.
Have kinda lost connect with my painting for sometime now but do intend to get back soon.But yes, as a visual merchandiser I'm still connected with design in a lot many ways.
Thank you.Will look forward to your visits here and feedback on future posts π