Despite what outdated gender stereotypes might say, it is perfectly normal for men to care about what they wear. And if you’re a modern man, you’ve probably at some point wanted to elevate your look, to dress a bit more stylishly and refined.
You might already know that this means more than slipping into a suit. It also does not mean following the latest trends. Instead, it essentially means sticking to a few simple rules which govern what you buy and how you wear it.
This quick guide introduces those rules that make the biggest difference to your look without breaking the bank.
Fit Matters
Perhaps more than anything else, how your clothes fit your body is what can make or break an outfit. The most luxurious, expensive garments can look awful if they’re too big or too small, while lower-end items can look a million dollars if they fit you well.
For the best fit, there is no substitute for bespoke tailoring because the garment will be cut to your specific measurements. This doesn’t only mean that they’ll look great, but they’ll feel super comfortable too. You can usually find bespoke tailors in Sydney and other large cities.
Also, as very few men choose a suit as their everyday outfit nowadays, you will find that many tailors are happy to alter all kinds of items, including more casual pieces like polo shirts and jeans.
Choose Timeless
It can be fun to follow the latest fashion, but for many men, this does not result in the kind of impression they would like to give off. People who chase the latest trends are rarely perceived as being mature or sophisticated. You also face the risk of looking back on cringey photos from the time and wondering “what was I thinking?”
This can be avoided by choosing to dress in ways that have stood the test of time. Quality leather shoes, a crisp white shirt, and items in neutral colours like navy, tan, and grey are all examples. On the more casual side, timeless pieces for men include leather jackets, jeans, simple white T-shirts, and boots.
Pass On The Logos
Like avoiding questionable-but-currently-trendy clothing, another thing that will make you look more mature and serious is not wearing pieces with obvious logos or graphics. Opt for blank versions instead, unless you’re on your way to a concert or sports event.
Layer
A big part of what makes suits look good is that they consist of several pieces on top of one another: a shirt, a tie, sometimes a waistcoat, and a jacket. This is more visually interesting than wearing just one piece on top. It is ‘put together’ rather than simply ‘put on,’ and put together is how you want to look.
You can apply this principle to casual outfits too. T-shirts, dress shirts, sweaters, blazers and coats can all be combined in different ways.
Once you’ve chosen some timeless pieces and visited the tailor to have them altered, the finishing touch is to wear your clothes with confidence. You can apply these tips to both casual and formal outfits, so there is lots of room for you to experiment and find a style that works for you, too.
