Well if you think that this is just another article telling you to suit up and run after the trending trends in order to dress better, then sorry to disappoint you. Everyone wants to create a good first impression without being too flashy unless you’re a celebrity. We know the secret is to look edgy, cool, smart, and sharp just with the casuals without going overboard.
Entering the real world – you’ve got to open your eyes to the inconvenient truth: books are always judged by their covers, as shallow as that might sound but appearances do matter. Talking about dressing up, here are few tips and teachings you need to keep in mind while you are at it.
Ps: A big chunk of style depends on your confident attitude.
Nail the fit
When you pick up your clothes make sure that everything fits you as well because there’s nothing worse than unintentional baggy clothes (not talking about your huge-loose home-wear). It may seem obvious, but knowing the shape and size of your body is the most important part of apparel shopping. Be it your formal suit or your casual wear, knowing a good tailor near you to fit it all won’t harm you in any way. The fit is king and that leaves you feeling like a million bucks.
Don’t be a teenager
If you aim to look youthful, then your wardrobe must be filled with tee shirts with funny cartoons, quotes, graphic tees, and with slogans but trust me that just make you look like a man-child or someone who is stuck in the past (in their teenage life). You’ll never see a tough, masculine action hero or a suave rom-com heartthrob wearing a graphic tee unless the character is a slacker or an actual child. Instead, opt for solid, one-colour t-shirts, striped tees or henleys, you might also consider wearing polo shirts or casual shirts because maturity is an attractive quality in men.
Rock your jeans
Jeans can look amazing, as long as you´re wearing the right pair. To avoid pulling up your jeans every two seconds, make sure they don’t pool around your ankles. Try to keep it low with the excessive drama of distress, rips, bleaching like a teenager; you might want to move past that rebellious, individualistic phase for good. Keep your jeans simple. Go for clean, dark, well-fitted indigo jeans, they are more versatile and add some variety to your wardrobe by investing in coloured slacks, one or two pairs of chinos in subdued colours like camel, grey, burgundy or army-green.
Be a layered-onion
Just one additional layer could oomph up any simple outfit. It just gives that bit more detail to the outfit that makes it more visually appealing. For a smart casual look throw your well-fitted blazer, they accentuate the male frame like no other cloth, any tee-shirt and step your casual outfit a notch. Some find it as difficult as rocket-science but it really is not that hard. Use blazers, coats, jackets, shirts under sweaters, scarf, buttoned-down shirt over a tee and a coat over it. Don’t stop at one layer do it up with three, four layers at a time to make it more interesting. This simple, classy fix of layering can be done with any casual clothes.
Level up your footwear
Wearing your running shoes even when you are not running or dirty beat-up sneakers with literally every outfit is definitely taking you nowhere. People see shoes as a way of measuring your net worth – or assuming your career and social status. People really do notice your shoes, especially the female species. A pair of quality leather shoes, preferably brown, is one of the best investments. You have many options for footwear so expand your horizons beyond sneakers, or else go for desert boots.
Ignore the fashion world
Don’t fall prey to the whimsical whims of fashion, as the fashion trends change too fast to really become staples of your style. If the clothes are going to be outdated in a couple of months, then save your money. Stick to timeless clothing pieces and classic colours, patterns, textures, and combinations since those will never disappoint. Remember to stick to the classics rather than be a trend-led person; know what suits you and what doesn’t.
Accessorise your wrist
Believe it or not, you need this, naked wrists are pretty unattractive plus accessorizing them will only spruce up your outfit. When it comes to accessories, men really don’t have much of any options but keep in mind to make it a habit of wearing something on your wrist. A good watch is what comes to the mind immediately so go on and invest in a good watch which can be classy, sporty, metallic, leather belts and what not. Many men love wearing leather wrap bands teaming it up with bracelets with beads and bands which looks really funky and cool. A perfect watch gives your look a bit more personality, so do not leave that wrist empty.
Groom it up
Being well groomed is a massive boost to your style as well as boost to your confidence. No need to hit a parlour for pedicure and manicure, but just try to keep your nails trimmed and clean. Also making sure your hair is groomed to perfection, is the key to every look. There is no point having a great outfit with a terrible hairdo, pick a cut that will see you through the seasons, rather than a trend-led hairstyle. Keep yourself looking tip top with a fresh cut every now and then to keep yourself looking trim and smart.
