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Personal style is all about expressing your individual taste and an aesthetic that you have honed to the point of being proud enough to show off to the world blah blah blah. When you're pulling a shirt over your head, chances are you're hoping that a girl you're crushing on will take notice and appreciate your style. It might be tough to admit that a large portion of your wardrobe choices hinge on trying to impress others, but come on. Please suspend these lies for a minute.
Instead of taking wild guesses, or going through trial and error, we went straight to the source ourselves. Since we all wonder this every single day, it's only right that we get some honest answers as we slowly make our way into spring. We hit up a bunch of accomplished, smart, strong, gorgeous ladies and straight-up asked them to fill us in on 18 Things Beautiful Women Want to See Guys Wearing This Spring. Consider this your cheat sheet on what to rock right now.
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Rachel Roy
Occupation: Designer of Rachel Roy
What She Wants To See: "On his down time I'd like for him to do two things for me, make me laugh and keep it classy yet easy. Something like these Bally sneakers say educated and swag all in one."
Gabrielle Union
Occupation: Actress
What She Wants To See: "I love seeing a man in casual sporty gear but without looking like a slob. It is absolutely possible to look polished while wearing trainers and tailored sweatpants."
Ali Breslin
Occupation: Sales and PR for In God We Trust
What She Wants To See: "I'm a huge sucker for a handsome man in a bucket hat. It's a laid back and cool style that you sort of need confidence to pull off (which what girl wouldn't be into?!). Easy breezy."
Andi Elloway
Occupation: Photographer
What She Wants To See: "I melt for the perfect white tee on a guy. It has to have a good cut, fit him well, and being super soft doesn't hurt. Extra points when paired with a well selected pendant necklace."
Chloe Flower
Occupation: Pianist
What She Wants To See: "My favorite looks for men this spring involves sea green and baby blue. I love a khaki/neutral look with pastels and lighter shades. Oh and my favorite look for men this spring as far as accessories go is a great woman! And by great woman, I mean a smart, compassionate, funny, classy, independent and strong human! Best accessory ever!"
Mimi Fukuyoshi
Occupation: VP/DMM of Men's Sportswear, Shoes, and Leathergoods at Bergdorf Goodman
What She Wants To See: "I want to see men wear real clothes again, not Fashion with a capital F. Whatever happened to just nice, simple, well cut clothes? You don't have to spend a lot of money. Ami fits the bill pretty nicely."
Stephanie Gotch
Occupation: PR Manager at Sydney Reising Creative
What She Wants To See: "I'm really into the motocross inspired theme this season. Growing up I used to ride and will always be attracted to a guy who can handle himself on a bike."
Jess Hemenway
Occupation: Women's Account Executive at BPMW Agency
What She Wants To See: "I love a man who's confident enough to rock a playful piece. Something like this brings together the perfect combination of the iconic Kitsune fox mixed with sportswear, all with a Parisian twist."
Rox Brown
Occupation: Downtown Personality
What She Wants To See: "I wanna see cool jackets and bucket hats and no bulky cargo pants. Pigalle has a nice reversible denim bucket hat and a floral bucket hat that are both really good."
Alejandra Hernandez
Occupation: Celebrity Stylist
What She Wants To See: "I hate when guys get too crazy with their sneakers. I'm also over new high tech running shoes. Being born and raised in L.A., I've always been drawn to dudes that keep it classic. The hottest thing to me is a guy in a pair of clean Cortez's."
Ida Kay
Occupation: Communications Manager of Culture at Red Bull Media House
What She Wants To See: "Though clean Vans are always an option, I'd like to see guys choose a dressier lace-up this spring. Paring them with either a light spring suit or dressing them down with tailored shorts, a nice pair of shoes is my top pick for the season."
Anastasia Walker
Occupation: Stylist/Wardrobe Consultant
What She Wants To See: "I want to see classics with juxtaposition. Think cashmere crew neck layered with a leather piece. Then add a classic pair of black out shades for a bit of mystery and voila! Every woman loves the idea of a bad boy with a sensitive side, cashmere is gentle, leather is dominant. Your look should carry a mood and this combo does it well."
Irene Kim
Occupation: Model
What She Wants To See: "With guys, I'd say minimal is more. If you can pull off a suit and tie, you can pull off anything. There's nothing sexier than a man in a Tom Ford suit—classy with a pinch of charisma."
Sydney Reising
Occupation: Founder of Sydney Reising Creative
What She Wants To See: "Matching all white leather everything."
Fa' Empel
Occupation: Designer of CAST Eyewear
What She Wants To See: "Any guy that can wear the color Pink will get my attention. These .Moon Dust. sunnies in Sunset from my label CAST eyewear would do a guy justice for Spring!"
Danielle Greco
Occupation: Merchandise Director of VFiles
What She Wants To See: "I'd love to see a good wifebeater or gold chain under this C.E. jacket. Let's see some skin this spring fellas!!"
Kyleigh Kuhn
Occupation: Model and philanthropist
What She Wants To See: "A plain white tee is always my favorite on guys. I don't like it when guys dress too trendy."
Ashley Smith
Occupation: Model and RVCA Advocate
What She Wants To See: "I'm into the 1950s American hero look for spring. Army green vintage jackets with patches, bandanas, and just the right amount of beaten up leather and lace up brogues."