By now we’re all quite aware that geeks have inherited the earth. Even the very best football, hockey, and baseball player needs their cell phone, loves to watch high definition television, and may even occasionally play a video game console. Conversely, there’s little chance a geek will tune into the Orange Bowl.
With that said, geeks aren’t perfect. Aside from the fact that most are susceptible to the “four-eyes” label, many exemplify the very worst in style. That’s why we thought it’d be kinda fun to take a look at tech’s most public figures, and just what they’re doing wrong.
Bill Gates
We’ll start with the top dog. Microsoft is responsible for Windows, the Xbox, and a whole bunch of other things. Mr. Gates has been there for them all, and his net worth reflects that: a reported $53 billion.
You’d think that kind of change would get him a better wardrobe. Gates has two modes: Loose-fitting dress shirt and loose-fitting dress shirt draped in mama’s latest fine-knit sweater. They’re both staples in “geek chic”, which is definitely an oxymoron.
Our suggestion: Ditch the sweater, get a dress shirt that fits. The guy’s worth over fifty REALLY big ones, so if anyone can pull off the pink button-down, it’s Bill.
Steve Jobs
Like Gates, Apple CEO Steve Jobs has a very limited selection in his closet. Although Jobs (the guy behind that iPod in your pocket) used to make public appearances in flashy business suits, he’s now stuck on this black turtleneck and jeans combo.
In some cases, it works. Jobs has been seen in both the faded denim (which is cool) and bright blue (so Wal-Mart). If he can stick with the former, we’ll forgive him the style one-hit-wonder.
Our suggestion: Diversify.
Shigeru Miyamoto
Haven’t heard of him? Well, Shiggy is the man behind Nintendo right now. That means he had a little something to do with the Wii, which is kicking some serious PlayStation tail. The guy’s also got a great sense of style, and could definitely lend Bill and Steve a few fashion tips.
Shigeru’s most often seen with a sleek, black jacket covering either whacky t-shirts or light-colored turtlenecks. Either way, they both work. We’re thinking Miyamoto’s excellent sense of style is the primary reason for the Wii’s holiday 2006 success. Well, that or the fact that Wii Sports bowling is daaaamn fun.
Our suggestion: Style’s great. We just want Wii Mario Kart.
