Dapper Dating Guides

Barney Stinson Shows 'How to Pick Up Women With Style' in Esquire

If you watch CBS's 'How I Met Your Mother, you know Barney Stinson (played by Neil Patrick Harris), who's featured in 'How to Pick Up Women with Style' in Esquire. Neil Patrick Harris reprises his role for the editorial to show men how to channel their inner Lothario.

The fashion feature can be seen online and in the May 2010 issue of the gentleman's publication. 'How to Pick Up Women with Style' was photographed by Matthias Vriens-McGrath and in it, Neil Patrick Harris wears jeans--something his TV character is rarely seen sporting.

Men's Fashion
There is an opportunity for fashion retailers to market men's wear as a means of improving their chances of picking up a date.
Dating Tips
There is an opportunity for dating coaches or relationship experts to create guides or coaching sessions for men, using Neil Patrick Harris as a style icon.
Celebrity Endorsement
Using popular TV stars and personalities in marketing campaigns can provide an opportunity for brands to connect with their audiences.

Sectors Adopting This

Fashion Retail
Retailers can leverage the power of celebrity endorsements to market their products to a wider audience.
Online Media
There is an opportunity for online publishers to create content on dating and fashion, targeting young men.
Life Coaching
Businesses can offer coaching services to help men improve their dating and relationship skills, leveraging the popularity of Neil Patrick Harris.
SCORE
3.3 out of 10
GENDER
90% Men10% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 64%
Activity 28%
Freshness 8%

Solutions for innovators working at the edge of change. We help transform emerging ideas into practical, durable solutions by combining strategic thinking, creative exploration, and hands-on execution.

Trends © 2026 Trend Hunter Inc. All Rights Reserved.
LinkedIn Instagram X