Fashion has often been mistakenly labeled as a female interest but this couldn’t be more wrong. Some of the world’s most celebrated fashion designers such as Alexander McQueen, Oscar de la Renta and Karl Lagerfeld are men. Experts have also recently discovered that while women shoppers are still the backbone of the fashion industry, its fastest growing demographic is men.
Even male celebrities are showing more and more interest in fashion, with Harry Style’s acclaimed cover on “Vogue” being just the latest development in this field. More men are becoming interested in fashion but how can a man ensure that their wardrobe is fashionable?
Here are some tips on how men like yourself can choose stylish clothes that suit you perfectly:
Vary Your Denim
Denim is one of the most popular fabric choices not just for men but for everyone in general. It’s popular because it’s comfortable, durable and elegant, given the right design.
Men should experiment with looking for more ways to incorporate different styles of denim in their wardrobe. While denim jeans made for men will always be a stable in this department, you can also look for denim shorts, jackets and a few other pieces to add to your collection.
Embrace Colors
Men’s fashion has been associated for far too long with drab colors such as black, dark blue and grey. Although there is nothing wrong with preferring these dark and cool colors, this means a lot of men’s clothes all have the same hues. This seriously reduces the possibilities a man’s wardrobe can take.
Don’t be afraid to embrace different colors and patterns. You may not know that you look exceptionally attractive in bright green or burning orange until you put on clothes of that hue.
Find the Right Suit
A great suit is the cornerstone of exemplary men’s formal fashion. Every business movie under the sun makes a point of showcasing how male business owners choose and handle their suits.
But the perfect suit doesn’t mean it has to be expensive. The right suit is determined by a combination of factors: fit, cut and fabric. The fit refers to how well it’s suited to your particular body type.
Customized suits are more expensive because they are perfectly fitted to their wearers than off-the-rack suits. Cut refers to the style and design of the suit. Fabric, of course, refers to the type of cloth used to make a suit. You can find a suit with fashionable fit, cut and fabrics without breaking the bank. All you have to do is look hard enough.
Get the Perfect Watch
Men have had increasing options when it comes to jewelry and statement pieces in recent years.
Men are now sporting earrings, bracelets and even necklaces. But the foundation of men’s jewelry will always be your watch. The perfect watch is often the most expensive piece of wearable fashion in your wardrobe.
But what determines the perfect watch? First, it must be suited to a wide variety of occasions. This means you can wear the watch to a formal event or a casual gathering with ease. Second, the watch must be durable to ensure that you get your money’s worth. Finally, the watch must look great on you.
Remember that Fashionable Does Not Mean Formal
Too many men have the misconception that fashionable clothes are all formal attire like suits and other high fashion pieces.
But fashionable doesn’t always equate to formal.
Sportswear and even casual attire can all be very fashionable without being associated with high prices and black-tie events. All it takes is for you to recognize which pieces are stylish and which aren’t. This means you have to expand your horizons and learn more about trends in men’s fashion. You’ll be surprised by how many trendy pieces are meant for everyday wear instead of posh events.
Determine the Right Fit for You
Too often men conflate fashion with slimness when there are plenty of fashionable clothing options for men of all sizes. There are now clothing companies that cater to men with larger frames and fashion designers who make clothes that fit men with more muscular physiques.
You must determine what the right fit of clothes is for you. Do you look better with fitted clothing or are loose athleisure wear more your style? Determining fit will be important for both your formal and casual wear wardrobe choices.
Fashion is for everybody. You can be dressed however you like to dress and look stylish as long as you have the right information and are brave enough to embrace fashion. Hopefully, these tips will help you come up with the perfect wardrobe to express your ideal self.
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