The cool kids

This is a question Ive been asking myself lately. For someone who has never had what it takes and who has always had a tendency towards geeky, the essence of cool is fascinating and elusive  So my musings have led me to question which elements are essential in the cool equation?  What makes the uber hip stand out from the crowd?  I believe that the recipe lies in the following ingredients:   Style and ability to set trends – cool people aren’t afraid to break away from conformity and create a new way of being.  They challenge what is generally thought of as acceptable and push boundaries when it comes to style. These are people who are not afraid to embrace their look and are ambivalent to criticism of it. (Note – please do not try this if you do not have the confidence to pull it off – the results could be disastrous).       &nb