The Trends Men Love...And the Ones They Hate

It turns out that fashion doesn't always fly right over guy's heads. We caught up with real men to get their take on this season's hottest trends — and their opinions may surprise you.

Boat Shoes

The Verdict: 52% say YES

"Playful and not too serious; just don't wear them with red pants, white shirt and a loose tie, i.e. don't try to go full nautical. I actually saw this once!" -Mark G., 44

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"The preppy look says you're put-together and smart." -Jake M., 24

The other side: "I don't like this trend on men or women. Some things were meant to stay in the '80s."-Harry M., 35

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Bold Florals

The Verdict: 58% say NO

"I don't want my wife looking like Aunt Mildred in Boca." -Kevin B., 36

The other side: "Great for special events and cocktail hours in warm weather. Just don't try to pull this off at work." -Jason K., 38

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Printed Pants

The Verdict: 78% say NO

"Not unless you're at a country club." -Mark G., 44

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Color Block

The Verdict: 58% say YES

"I like simple things like this. Nothing too showy." -Robert W., 48

The other side: "Looks like an outfit from "Mad Men" -- leave it on the show." -Larry G., 43

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Chunky Heels

The Verdict: 59% say NO

"I'm afraid of these!" -John Z., 34

The other side: "Any high heel is a good heel!" -Larry G., 43

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Polka Dots

The Verdict: 82% say YES

"I like polka dots because they're sexy and cute." -John Z., 34

The other side: "Too self-consciously vintage. You look like you're on your way to an I Love Lucy convention." -Jake M., 24

6 of 19 Photo: Ben Goldstein/Studio D.