Ryan Lochte is...a character. Let's just leave it at that. But still, he's a buff Olympian with a bod (and face) that begs — nay, demands — to be looked at.
So, you'd think his intro to tank tops would be the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Sadly, that was not the case when buddy over here decided to wear a "Rock The Vote" muscle tank and (wait for it) American flag swim trunks at a Scan To Vote event. He's certainly made a statement with his fashion (case in point) — and whether you think that's a good thing or not is entirely up to you — but still, this stands out. In a MTV Spring Break circa 1996 sort of way (perhaps you only remember the Gavin Rossdale-in-the-rain moment, but we assure you, there was so much more happening).
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But we digress. When it comes down to it, we're really pleased to see Ryan encouraging young people to vote. That's one of the most important, and simplest, gestures a celebrity can make right now. But on the fashion front, we're less pleased. Let's all take a moment to contemplate the burning question: What defines Ryan Lochte? The answer is, of course, Ryan Lochte.
But you tell us: Are we being too harsh? Do you find the too-small neon tank more appealing than we do?
Photo: Courtesy of Junk Food Clothing