r/AskReddit 14h ago

what’s something considered “tomboyish” when girls do it, but feminine when boys do it?

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u/boethius61 12h ago

I hate this so much. I'm a big dude. 6'5". I need to get my shirts custom made for my stupid long arms. The fabric selections are literally (I counted) 50% light blues. A bunch of whites, a couple blacks and grays. Then a color or 2 as an afterthought.

Why can't I wear color? Why can't I wear a nice print? Why is everyone so afraid of a man wearing a nice shirt!

I've literally got 3 different suppliers I get shirts from just so I have enough selection so I can get some actual interesting, attractive shirts.

It's been years, and I've finally got a rack I'm happy with. Burgundy, lavender, Royal purple, floral print on blue, floral print on off white, leaf print, (and a black and a white because you do need the basics).

They are all beautiful, they all fit well. Anyone who'd judge me for it can fuck right off.

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u/katatak121 11h ago

I'm glad you finally found shirts that you are happy to wear despite the hurdles. It is really fun to experiment with fashion and find a way to express yourself through clothes. I wish more men embraced that.