Boston has long been ridiculed as a poorly-dressed city. GQ went as far as calling Boston “America’s Bad-Taste Storm Sewer,” where “all the worst fashion ideas from across the country flow, stagnate, and putrefy.” Whoa. We do have our dignity. Still, there’s no denying that Boston could use some help in the style department. Here are some common fashion faux-pas seen on the street and ways to solve them. Let’s repair that schlubby reputation.
1. | Ladies: Leggings-as-pants |
Solution:
Reserve the leggings for your weekly bikram yoga sesh, all-nighters in the library, or couch-bound movie marathons. If you do choose to venture out in yoga pants, pair them with a top that’s long enough to cover your lady parts. No one wants to see the outline of your underwear or the faint pattern of your “Bite Me” panties.

2. | Ladies (hopefully): Ugg boots |
Solution: Knee-length or over-the-knee boots are a classic, no-fail choice. Try pairing them with knee-length socks to spice things up and stay warm.

3. | Ladies: Colorful Northface |
Solution: There are so many other options out there. In terms of what’s “trendy,” go for something over-sized, pastel pink, leather, or a classic trench.
4. | Dudes: Basketball shorts/ collegiate sweatpants |
Solution: Aim to wear regular pants as often as possible. It’s not that hard.

5. | Dudes: Ill-fitting jeans |
Solution: Go for slightly-fitted jeans, skinny or tapered. Show off those legs, guys. We know you work out – you tell us all the time.

6. | Ladies: Exposed bra strap |
Solution: Hide the straps by opting for a racerback or strapless bra.
7. | Ladies: Teeny-weeny skirts in freezing weather |
Solution: If your prince charming is out there, he probably doesn’t want you getting pneumonia. Party in pants and be just as impressive. Black leather pants are a trend worth trying – they’ll keep you warm and they’re flattering, as well.
8. | Dudes: Jerseys |
Solution: Jerseys are better left as children’s attire. At the game, act your age and, in the case of wearing a jersey for a non-present player, be aware of your surroundings.
