I can honestly say that I don't bring an iPod to work, and my uniform is ironed with heavy starch before each trip. I get compliments and thank-you's from crews and pax alike because I look my best. Take pride in your job. Don't make excuses on why you shouldn't dress the part, because that is giving people a reason to pre-judge us as a whole...
Think about it...
PS. Fo-hawks look retarted when wearing a pilot's uniform. GET YOUR FREEKING HAIR CUT!!!