Get a fedora. A black or gray one.
Get a fedora. A black or gray one.
Is it like one of those Abraham Lincoln style top-hats?
Kyle got the right idea.
Honestly though, anything that makes you stand out will give a positive first impression without you even having to say anything.
My personal favorite:
http://www.lechateau.com/en/men-clothes-collection
I alternate between skater clothes and music clothes. Most Americans (I assume you are) just wear some polo shirt or just a t-shirt with not-too-baggy jeans.