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The pattern trends men love and hate

Clothing with funky prints and bold patterns is the big trend this season, but the style is difficult to get right. We asked a handful of men to reveal what they really think of your outfit choices.
Redbook // Redbook

Dresses

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By Kelsie Blazier

Yes: 62.5%

"Definitely -- but my grandmother is going to complain that someone stole her tablecloths/curtains/couch covers. But sure, go for it." -- David T.

No: 37.5%

"Is Designing Women back on the air? No? Okay, what are these doing out there?" -- Jason K.

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Skirts

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Yes: 62.5%

"I'm always up for a little June Cleaver role-play." -- David T.

No: 37.5%

"I would caution girls to be conservative when it comes to polka dots -- unless you are depicting Hilary Clinton in a biopic set in the '80s" -- Jason K.

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Pants

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Yes: 50%

"Yes, because they are form-fitting." -- Tim, 43

No: 50%

"These pants are ugly. I like that my wife only wears jeans and t-shirts." -- Devin, 32

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Swimsuits

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Yes: 87.5%

"Only if science can be sure fish can't suffer from epilepsy." -- David T.

No: 12.5%

"If you want to bring attention to your body, this will work. If you don't, I would suggest passing." -- Jason K.

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Hats

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Yes: 75%

"Nice! I dig the derby style on a cute girl." -- David T.

No:25%

"Only if it's raining." -- Tony, 40

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Shoes

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Yes: 87.5%

No: 12.5%

"Disco died for a reason." -- David T.

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Belts

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Yes: 50%

"Belts are subtle enough that they can add splash to an otherwise basic outfit. Go for it." -- Jason K.

No: 50%

"I am not a big belt person. Looks like Jackie O or Taylor Swift." -- Mark, 40

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Scarves

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Yes: 50%

"Girls can really use these to highlight their overall style. Are you a downtown or uptown girl?" -- Jason K.

No: 50%

"I hate scarves. It doesn't matter what they look like. It covers up the good bits." -- Mark, 40

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Nails

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Yes: 25%

"The prettier the girl, the better the look." -- David, 50

No: 75%

"Dear god, no. It turns your hands into a second-grade art fair." -- David T.

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Tops

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Yes: 37.5%

"Um, maybe. But only if it doesn't look like you got assaulted by the ghost of Jackson Pollock." -- David T.

No: 62.5%

"This is just wrong." -- Tony, 40

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