KenHigg said:
Ok... I know I'm going to regret asking this - But what is your official street definition of a 'metrosexual'?
Actually I don't think I've ever heard an 'official' definition--simply one of those words you just 'know.'
However, there are many accepted definitions. Most stem from idea of a straight man who 'takes care of himself' (as in hair, clothing, shoes, teeth, etc as well as even so much as choice in canine companion and home decor) in much the same manner as a city gay man. Metro-SEXUAL to indicate a man who almost crosses the sexual preference line. It's a terrible stereotype to assume that gay men are all chest-waxing fashion buffs and thus you have a serious divergance in the veracity of the term but, irregardless, it is what it is.
I personally like to feel the term simply describes a fully-urbanized straight man -- and by urbanized, I should sub-classify (European-urbanized) since metrosexuality is generally most prevalent in your urban cities that have heavy European influence -- New York, Chicago, SanFran but not necessarily, say, Houston.
My test: if you're straight and own a pair of flared leg faded-front jeans, some nice leather casual shoes or at least a pair of birkenstocks (shoes must be at least $100 value), a fitted-waist shirt (in any color but especially in bold colors like pink, purple, or yellow), and own at least one type of premium hair product that you purchased from a stylist or a specialty shop you are likely in line to be a metrosexual. Things like eyebrow plucking, chest-waxing, and working out often in public gyms also add to your metrosexuality score.
~Chad
