Pierce Mattie Public Relations New York & Los Angeles

As a publicist, I often find myself in need of new clothing so that my style (if you can call it that) constantly looks fresh. Unfortunately, student loans and credit card bills leave little in my budget to replace my wardrobe each season. Fortunately, being on the cutting edge doesn’t necessarily have to cost me a lot of money. According to my friends at GQ, updating my attire may be as simple as rummaging through my closet to find the frayed treasures that hang within. Who new fashion could be so easy?

In the February issue, Candice Rainey, associate editor, says, “This season’s washed-out, worn-in versions [of the crisp, freshly pressed polos], complete with frayed collars, are made to look like they’ve taken a trip to the beach rather than to the dry cleaner.” Even Ralph Lauren is reinventing his classic Polo with a new Vintage Style Polo. Too bad it’s not en vogue to have worn in shoes because I can go through a pair in under three months.

For more style tips and a full guide on how your clothes should fit, check out the February issue of GQ, on newsstands now.