How To Dress Well: 10 Fashion Tips For Men
Being a
man on the quest to dress well is not unlike being a teenager. You have this
powerful, new body that you can use in all sorts of ways, and you’re just
starting to figure out what those things are. You have a whole world of
clothing at your fingertips and an entire universe of style out there for you
if you choose to pursue it. But how do you get started? How do you learn how to
dress like an adult? In this article I'm going to share some simple tips that
will help even the most clueless men become more stylish with very little
effort or cost:
Dressing
yourself can be a little more difficult than it looks.
Dressing
yourself can be a little more difficult than it looks. You have to make sure
that your clothes fit well and don't look like you're wearing hand-me-downs
from your dad, but also that they don't look like you're trying too hard to
impress anyone.
Thankfully,
there are some general rules of thumb when it comes to dressing yourself that
will help get you started on the right path.
Find
out what works for you
To start,
you'll want to find out what works for you.
- Try different things until you
find something that looks good.
- Wear what makes you feel
comfortable and confident.
If you're
feeling adventurous, don't be afraid to try new things!
Keep
your clothing simple
- Keep it simple: When you’re
trying to figure out what to wear, don’t get too caught up in the details.
Instead of focusing on whether a shirt is white, cream or ecru and then
worrying about whether it goes with your pants or not, just keep things as
clean and basic as possible.
- Don't mix two patterns: It may
seem like a good idea at first glance, but mixing two patterns like
stripes + checks will make it look like you didn't think about your outfit
at all. Stick with one pattern per outfit so that everything matches
seamlessly.
- Mix and match colors: If you're
not sure how to combine blue pants with a yellow shirt or striped socks
with plaid shorts—don't worry! You don't always have to go head-to-toe in
one color (unless that's what you want). Just try pairing different shades
of complementary colors together instead; they'll look great together
without being too busy.
Get
the right fit for your shirt, pants and suit
- The shirt should be long enough
to tuck into your pants.
- Your pants should not be too
tight or too loose.
- Your suit jacket should fit
well, with the sleeves ending at mid-bicep, but not so tight that it
restricts movement; similarly, it shouldn't be so big that you're swimming
in it and getting hot!
- Similarly for your suit pants:
They should fit slimly without being baggy and making you look like a
child who just got dressed for a game of dress-up in Dad's closet.
Wear
the right style of pants
Do you
have the right kind of pants?
The answer
to this question is not as simple as it sounds. It's important to understand
that there are different types of pants, and each type can be worn for
different occasions. For example, khakis are made from cotton and are generally
comfortable to wear on an average day at work or hanging out with friends. A
suit pant may look good on you when standing up straight and wearing a blazer,
but if you're planning on sitting down or leaning over too much during the day
then this pair might not be your best choice.
In order
to figure out if your pants are appropriate for every occasion, think about
what else will be going on with your outfit: shoes? belt? shirt? jacket?
Don't
forget socks and shoes
Don't
forget socks and shoes. It's a common mistake—we've all been there. You put on
some nice pants and a great shirt, but then you're like, "I don't have any
socks." Or maybe you're wearing a suit with no tie and feel like it's fine
to go without socks.
Maybe not.
Socks are important for two reasons: they protect your feet from blisters, and
they help keep your pants from getting stains on them (or worse). And while you
might think that since most guys wear black shoes anyway, it doesn't matter if
the socks match or not—but this is where we'd have to respectfully disagree
with you. Wearing mismatched colors will make you look sloppy and unkempt;
instead of looking stylishly dressed up in clothes that fit well on top of
being clean-looking, your outfit will look like an afterthought. If anyone says
anything about this issue when complimenting how good they think you look
today? Tell them that yes indeedy—you do consider matching your socks every
time before leaving home!
Match
your belt to your shoe color
Matching
your belt to your shoes is a great way to add some color to your outfit. You
can match the color of your belt directly with the color of your shoe, or you
can use a slightly darker or lighter shade of the same hue. If you’re wearing a
brown belt and brown shoes, for example, try using a medium-brown or dark gray
to create contrast.
Roll
up your sleeves to look casual (but not too casual)
If you're
not a fan of the cuffs-down look, consider rolling up your sleeves. It's best
to do this when you want to look casual but not too casual—a good rule of thumb
is that if you wouldn't be comfortable wearing sandals with your outfit, it may
be time to get out the cufflinks. To roll up your sleeves, simply pull them
back until they reach just above where they would normally sit on your forearms
(i.e., no more than halfway up).
Don't
worry if this feels awkward; this will improve over time, and soon enough
rolling up your sleeves will feel like second nature. You can also wear a vest
over a suit jacket for an extra touch of formality without having to deal with
buttons or zippers getting in the way during presentations or other important
events throughout the day.
Wear
a watch
In
addition to a good pair of shoes, the right watch is another great accessory
for your wardrobe that can elevate even the most casual outfit. Watches are a
great way to make a statement and add some personality to your style. You don't
have to spend thousands of dollars on a Rolex or Patek Phillipe though—you can
find quality watches at every price point and in a variety of styles.
If you
want something more casual and sporty, try something like an analog watch with
rubber band or nylon straps that won't break the bank but will still look good
with jeans or khakis. If you want something dressier for work, opt for one made
out of metal instead (preferably stainless steel). And if your style leans
toward casual but also leans toward luxury brands (like myself), I'd recommend
looking into Marc Jacobs' TIME WATCH collection which offers beautiful quartz
timepieces at reasonable prices!
Conclusion
Don't be
afraid to experiment with your looks. Finding the right clothes can take some
time, so don't get discouraged if you don't find them right away. Just remember
that it's all about
finding what works for you, and once
you do that then everything else will fall into place!
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