How to look your best is not easy to know. No doubt what works for one person may not work for another, or what works for one person may be considered too pedestrian or too avant-garde by another. Everyone who has an opinion on this subject does so based on their own personal experience. When it comes to men’s fashion, it can be helpful to have a reliable guide to fall back on when you’re unsure of what to wear or don’t know what to wear. If something has consistently worked for generations, it is reasonable to assume that it will continue to work in the present day as well.
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Wear what reflects you
Men have a tendency to believe that they should dress in a certain way just because it is fashionable, because it appeals to women, or because it is the norm. As long as you don’t feel like an imposter while wearing a costume that isn’t your own, you’ll be fine.
What you put on your body reflects who you are. Ideally, it should enhance your image and be an accurate portrayal of your personality. Do not try to force it. It’s all about creating a wardrobe that makes you feel confident and excited to be out in the world, and this can only be achieved by building an elevated sense of style.
This is not to say that just because you feel most comfortable in sweats, you should wear them every day. You’re not good enough. Step one is to choose items that are in line with your message, and step two is to make sure that the way you present yourself is completely in line with your preferences.
When in doubt, ask yourself three simple questions to see how you feel about a situation: Whether or not the outfit is a good fit is a question I need to answer. Looked in the mirror, do I recognise myself or am I pretending to be someone else? Is this clothing something that brings me happiness and excitement to wear? You’re good to go if you can say yes to all three questions. If that doesn’t work, try something else.
Wear what suits your body type
Developing a strong sense of personal style begins with knowing your body type. Being truthful with yourself about your body type and choosing cuts that accentuate and enhance your figure are critical when it comes to choosing the appropriate clothing.
Because it’s more comfortable, or because they’re trying to hide their physique and their insecurities, men often wear clothing that’s too big for them. This masking method, however, has the opposite effect on the image.
It’s not only sloppy to have too much fabric, but it also makes you appear shorter and heavier. These are all undesirable outcomes.
You don’t have to wait until you’ve reached an ideal weight or height before you start dressing better. It doesn’t matter what your height, weight, or body type is; you can still look great.
With the right clothing and the right fit, you appear to have complete control over your appearance.. The purpose of your wardrobe is not to hide your body and hope it goes unnoticed, but rather to present your body in the best light possible. This is a pointless endeavour that will only serve to make you appear careless and sloppy in the eyes of others. Acceptance of one’s physical appearance begins with shopping for one’s own body in mind.
Dress what fits you
When it comes to looking good, the most important factor is finding clothes that fit properly. When it comes to men’s fashion, this is the most important advice.
Dressing for your body type means finding outfits that work for you in all areas of the body’s dimensions, including at the neck, wrist, inseam, and everything in between. A three-piece suit or jeans and a T-shirt doesn’t make a difference. Your clothing must match your measurements if you want to project a polished appearance.
Since every well-dressed man has a go-to tailor, this is why. Anyone with an intimate knowledge of one’s body and the ability to dress appropriately. It’s rare that you’ll find something that fits you perfectly right out of the box. Make adjustments to your clothing if you aren’t perfectly proportioned. This is especially true when you start suiting up.
After a shopping trip, men often become overwhelmed and opt to wear their purchases as-is. Wearing pants that bunch at the ankle or shirt sleeves that extend past your wrist is not acceptable. Not only do these tweaks make you look better, but they’re also inexpensive and easy to implement.
First impressions can be deceiving, so avoid buying anything unless you have the time and patience to alter it. Unflattering clothing draws attention to the areas that need improvement on your body and gives the impression that you are careless and sloppy.
Wearing the right clothing not only enhances your appearance, but it also improves your overall well-being. Improved posture and a more confident demeanour affect your self-esteem and the impression you make on others.
Invest on a good suit
Fit is the most important aspect of a suit’s appearance. Getting the chest and waist altered is a relatively simple job if you buy off-the-peg. You should be wary of donning a vintage suit without going for the full period look, as the suit alone can be distracting. A dark, two-button, single-breasted, moderately detailed classic is the best and most useful. A uniform consists of a suit. As a starting point, think of this suit as a blank slate upon which to build your own personal style storey. What impresses people is how well you wear it rather than the label on the inside.
Wear a cool watch
A watch is like a work of art. Don’t choose it because you think it will bring in money; instead, do it because you love it. Wearing a watch is like wearing a time capsule; it serves as a reminder of your journey through space and time. You must, however, keep things in perspective. Rugged sports models are versatile enough to go with anything and can withstand the abuse of daily use. However, a watch must still fit your wrist.
Go for colours
Indulge in some colour, whether it’s in your casual attire or your formal attire. Most men are unjustly scared of it—they’re intimidated by anything that isn’t navy or grey. Colour is also timeless. Use pinks, greens, mustard, and brighter shades of blue as versatile year-round colours that will brighten up your entire ensemble.
Take care of your clothes
This is the kind of advice you might get from your mother, but if you’ve invested time and money into your clothing, take care of it. Your suit should be dry-cleaned; wash your clothes regularly and avoid tumble drying (it can degrade the fabric); use shoe trees for your best shoes; polish your shoes. When it comes to caring for your leather jacket, it’s not just the skin that you need to keep an eye on. Brush your hair and trim your fingernails as part of a simple but effective grooming routine. The devil is in the details, after all.
Shoes should be good
When it comes to shoes timelessness is about simple design and all the more so with shoes. There’s no need to go overboard with the colour, pattern, or sole. It may look good now, but anything fussy will come off as odd in a hurry. Look for timeless styles like brogues or loafers with five eyelets and a round toe last, and don’t forget quality dress socks to go with them. The toe shape is what matters most – and round never goes out of style. Footwear with pointy or square toes is clearly unpractical.
Accessorize sparingly
While ties and pocket squares add a unique touch to formal attire, you should exercise caution when wearing them. Picking out a colour or two from your outfit is the best way to coordinate them. Matching them up is the last thing you want to do. Wear a darker shade of tie or pocket square than your jacket when pairing shirts and ties. When it comes to accessories, don’t go overboard.
Dress for the occasion
Style is more than just a way to express yourself; it’s also about dressing for the occasion. Whether it’s a formal dinner or a lazy Sunday in the pub, you need the right combination of clothes to work with the environment. The worst fashion sense is the one that is inappropriate for the situation. Is this a form of societal conformity? It is a sign of respect for others. And, of course, there’s the issue of self-confidence. Overdress if you’re in doubt.
Pick right glasses
Take the time to find the right eyeglasses for your face shape. So many people come to despise their glasses because of poor selection and poor fit. Consider the shape of your face, but don’t forget to take into account the shape of your eyebrows and your hairstyle when purchasing eyeglass frames.
Buy multipurpose clothes
Modern technical fabrics in darker shades and easy cuts make coats what they should be – lightweight and breathable, but also properly protective. Despite the temptation to wear a classic style, changes in seasonality, climate and purchasing habits are making heavy wool coats seem out of place now. A coat, instead, should be your final layer and you can wear it as much or little of it depending on the weather. An all-purpose field or bomber jacket is fine, but when you need to dress up, opt for a short mac.
Avoid using logos
The best-dressed men are often praised for their ability to put together outfits that appear effortless, as if they aren’t even trying. It all boils down to the fact that they’ve honed a look that is wholly their own, free of logos or branding.
You’re not stylish because you spend a lot of money on your wardrobe. In fact, the exact opposite is true. In spite of the fact that Gucci belts and Balmain shirts are popular on Instagram, they don’t demonstrate your ability to wear polished menswear. Branded clothing conveys the message that you’re too lazy to improve your image and are instead counting on the designer’s name recognition to do the trick.
As a fashionista, it’s important to know who you are and what you stand for before deciding on a wardrobe that reflects this. The price of an outfit does not determine its quality. When you understand the fundamentals of personal style, you can transform a less expensive ensemble into something spectacular.