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Ah, you smell that? That fresh cut outfield? The right-off-the-grill hot dog? The jock sweat? That only means one thing people' it's baseball season! 30 teams honoring their hometowns and their fans, so we have to reciprocate that, right?
When you show up to the game looking like you have no clue what's going on, you embarrass yourself, the other fans, and your club. So if you want to avoid getting boo'd in your own hometown stadium, put on for your city and follow The Complex Guide to Baseball Style.
Caps
Caps
Rocking the right cap to a game could make or break your standing with your fellow fans and with your own self-conscious. While a 59FIFTY New Era will always get you a pass, don't be afraid to spruce it up with a snapback or even a old-timy flannel cap to raise your sartorial roof.
What to rock:
Los Angeles Dodgers 1981 World Series New Era Fitted - $36
Baldwin Denim x Ebbets Red KC Wool Cap - $42
Cool Jerseys
Jerseys For The Streets
Jerseys will forever play a pivotal role in the acceptance by your peers because, let's face it; you are being judged solely on your appearance. You don't always need to be plastered with your teams logo. There are plenty of subtle, yet dope jerseys out from your favorite brands. Or check for some vintage ones that rep the olden times.
What to rock:
Richard Chai Polka Dot Baseball Shirt - $300
Ten Deep Triple X Baseball Jersey - $75
Ebbets Washington Grays 1944 Road Jersey - $185
Raglans
Raglan Shirts
The quintessential part of the baseball game uniform is always stylish, with or without team affiliation. Rock 'em with jeans, shorts, or comfy swag sweats and you may catch a fly ball and a fly chick.
What to rock:
Majestic Vintage Atlanta Braves 3/4 Sleeve Raglan - $40
Farm Tactics Multi-Colored Baseball Tee - $55
DQM New America Baseball Tee - $36
Jackets
Jackets
Spring ball is over, but it's still a bit nipply at a majority of these parks. Wearing the appropriate jacket is key to your baseball style and to keep your nipples from falling off. This is also a good opportunity to take a style risk and rock some camo.
What to rock:
HUF 12 Galaxies Baseball Jacket - $110
Rocksmith Explicit Coach Jacket - $57
Ebbets Memphis Chicks Clubhouse Jacket - $180
Jerseys
Jerseys For The Game
Jerseys will never go out of style, especially when you wear them proudly to a game. You may want to avoid sizing up three for that dress effect, though.
What to rock:
Miami Marlins Replica Personalized 2012 Home Jersey - $99
Mitchell & Ness Philadelphia Phillies 1991 John Kruk Batting Practice Jersey - $80
Anaheim Angels Authentic 2012 Albert Pujols Road Jersey - $257
Stirrups
Stirrups
Nothing says "trill" like some beat-up Vans Authentics and some stirrup socks in your home team's colors.
What to rock:
Socks Rock Custom Red Sox Stirrups - $7
Glove
Glove
Remember when you were young and your dad brought you to the game with glove in hand, hoping to catch that home run ball? Well, be that guy that snatched it from your dad's pansy-ass hands with this Supreme glove.
What to rock:
Supreme/Rawlings Glove - $120
Ball
Baseballs
What does it say when you show up to a tailgate ready to toss around abaseball hand-made up from the finest leather around? It says you're a fuckin' baller. That's what it says.
What to rock:
Foam Finger
Foam Finger
A staple item to root on your home squad, this particular finger is for the road team.
What to rock:
UNDFTD Play Dirty Foam Finger - $12
Batting Glove
Batting Gloves
Because you know: YOLO!
What to rock:
Nike Diamond Elite Edge Batting Gloves - $17
Protective Cup
Protective Cup
All-day tailgating and never-ending beer carts got you throwed, which turns you into "that guy who starts a fight in the stands with a chick." Never fear because you came prepared for that swift kick to the nuts girls love to try and pull off. Drastic moves call for drastic measures.
What to rock:
McDavid Adult Cup - $5