# 2 - Plaid Shorts

Ack! Now we're entering gag reflex territory!

These have become popular among guys nowadays... and I'm even starting to see some girls wear them... and that's not a good thing! I mean, the first time I saw these, I did a double-take: was that a guy in his plaid boxer underwear? Is that the point? Is this some sort of movement to make plaid shorts so ubiquitous, nobody can tell the difference if you wear your boxer underwear instead? The you-forgot-to-wear-pants-today look is not good! Honestly, I think nothing should be plaid! No plaid shorts, socks, flannel shirts, anything! Unless you're Scottish and these are your clan colors, you have no business messing around with plaid! Period.

There's plenty of alternatives: khaki, denim, camouflage... and what was so wrong with athletic shorts?

Before you "go plaid": take this simple 2-question test:

1. Are you Scottish?
2. Are these your clan colors?

If you answer "no" to either question, don't do it!

Remember: Friends don't let friends wear plaid.