We can blame the dull and drab male attire to The Great Male Renunciation that occurred in the mid 1700's. Before that calamitous trend male attire was elaborate and colorful. This topic is described in Wikipedia
I have an account with skirtcafe.org where I have put the following in the signature block: "I renounce the Great Male Renunciation!!!".
Then go wear a dress or skirt as everyday attire. I wear dresses as a man to shop, to doctor appointments, and church.
I have gotten virtually no pushback and a number of women have complimented my attire.
John