Hair Barrettes 4 Men?

Because my hair is now long enough to poke me in the eyes, I'm resorting back to wearing hair barrettes at home. But, the bigger problem is at the gym (or out in public for that matter). Which makes me pose the question, "Why can't men wear barrettes?" If David Beckham wore two stylish pieces that held back his bangs, he's be praised for his accessory choice - sparking an onslaught of jewelry makers to rush to manufacture duplicates. If I, however, were to wear them in public (as I tried to in Ibiza but was shot down before leaving the hotel), I'd be ridiculed. Harumph!