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With Mad Men back on the airwaves, every other guy is trying to channel Don Draper's swag. In addition to that, capsule collections from Banana Republic and other stylish tie-ins like a Don Draper-inspired suit from Brooks Brothers a few seasons ago have all but cemented the show's place in influencing trends.
We're all for guys caring about how they dress, and hey, we can't hate on a dude who wants to rock a well-fitting suit either. That doesn't mean everything from the 60s should necessarily see the light of day again. From the beginnings of hippie style to things that guys should never wear in the first place, here are 10 Trends From The '60s That Should Never Come Back.
Knit Polos
10. Knit Polos
Often rocked by Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce employee Stan Rizzo, these gross polos often had ribbed detailing at the hem, and weird, longer than normal arms. We prefer polos by brands like Fred Perry, who combine old-school details like tipped collars and sleeves with a trim fit and modern silhouette.
Mop Top Hairstyle
9. Mop Top Hairstyle
Ok, Justin Bieber brought this back for a second, but he also hadn't gone through puberty yet. Now that he's 18, his hair is shorter and his style is sharper. Let your style grow up accordingly, and get a damn haircut, hippie.
Nehru Collar Jackets
8. Nehru Collar Jackets
Named after Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who popularized the style, it soon caught on with members of The Beatles, and continued to influence musicians like Michael Jackson and Kanye West. Unfortunately, regular dudes also thought they could pull off the extravagant, unorthodox style. News flash: most guys can't. You'll most likely end up looking like you never took off your uniform after band camp.
Beatnik Style
7. Beatnik Style
Beatniks were essentially the original hipsters. Their standard uniform of devilish facial hair, black turtlenecks, and black berets were often accessorized with cigarettes, bongos, and a book full of bad poetry. At least their modern day archetypes look a little bit more diverse, albeit the art they create is nowhere near as influential.
Granny Glasses
6. Granny Glasses
These Ben Franklin-style frames were popularized by musicians like John Lennon and Roger McGuinn of The Byrds. They also make you look like a grandma, hence the name. They quickly faded into obscurity after being popular from about 1965-1967. If you want to appropriate some eyewear from this era, stick to the horn-rimmed, thicker frames.
Bell Bottoms
5. Bell Bottoms
Want a classic jean that will never go out of style? Go for the Levi's 501. You have no excuse to rock jeans that swallow your shoes, how else are you gonna show off your dope kicks?
Mock Neck
4. Mock Neck
Turtlenecks are pretty gross, but at least they require commitment. Mock necks are even worse. You're essentially telling the world you're half-assing a turtleneck. They also make you look like the creepy dude that only gets dates on craigslist.
Frilly Shirts
3. Frilly Shirts
James Bond is the Don Draper of killing people. The suave spy smashed chicks and shot dudes on the regular. However, when George Lazenby stepped into Sean Connery's shoes for 1969's On Her Majesty's Secret Service, he instantly killed any swag the smooth operator had with this get up. Studded blazer? Frilly shirt? FOH. Mod culture trends be damned. Real men should stick to the classics — there's never been anything wrong with Bond's timeless dark, slim suits.
Winklepicker Boots
2. Winklepicker Boots
Just read the name... would any guy in their right mind wanna put "winklepickers" on their feet? Gross. These pointy, strapped boots look like they'd be worn by a guy like Russell Brand, who's far from a style icon.
Segregation
1. Segregation
This season of Mad Men delves a little bit more into the burgeoning civil rights movement — but really, this is one thing we hope never comes back.