11 Dressing Rules All Men Should Follow
Well, life is already full of rules. Some rules help you to govern how to dress well. As menswear becomes ever richer and more varied, ever more experimental and abundant, it becomes more confusing and self-doubting for men to create a style for them.
A preference for a good fit, high quality, versatility, good value, lack of extremes, and keeping it sober, are the rules that have been there in history and also might well be assumed to work well today too. The pleasure of clothing is the most important thing any man will mainly go for.
Here are some tips for creating a good dress-up look
Wear a suit well
The key to a good-looking suit is fit. If you are going to buy a suit, always focus on the fit across the shoulders because getting the chest and waist altered is a relatively easy job. Also opt for a classic blazer design for men. A suit is a uniform. The idea is to think of this suit as a canvas to build different ideas of individuality around. It's the way you wear it, not the label inside, that impresses." If you take some time on understanding the proper way to use a suit, that will give you the upper hand to make your style with the combination of your choice.
Don't shy away from colors
Most men are unjustly scared of colors and they're intimidated by anything that isn't navy or grey. But color can be timeless too, pinks, greens, mustard, and brighter shades of blue as especially versatile year-round shades that will lift your entire outfit. You just need a bit of use of color for just a single garment because when it comes to color, less is still a lot. Orange chino pants are something that you can consider.
Proper use of jeans
Slim-tapered jeans are the best item to choose from. They are wider in the thigh, so it's comfortable, but narrows, so it works with either smart shoes or sneakers. Jeans are the best year-round dress that you can wear with anything, dress up or down style. Dark raw denim is always the best, as you can mix anything with it and it will give a polished look.
Look after your appearance
Use wooden hangers for shirts and shoe trees for your best shoes; have your suit dry-cleaned and pressed; wash your clothes regularly and, ideally, don't tumble dry them (it can degrade the fabric); and polish your shoes. These are things your mother used to tell you, but remember a proper appearance helps you to attract the crowd. Establish a simple, but no less solid, grooming regime, brush your hair and cut your nails. After all, the devil resides in the details of your appearance.
Invest wisely in a watch
Wearing a watch makes your look presentable and also helps you to be punctual on everything, that what creates a perfect gentleman. Watches are personal, it marks your passage through time. Choose it because you love it, not because you think it might make money. Aesthetic, functional, rugged sports models go with anything, as they are strong and rough so they can take a hard knock on any wear.
Simple underwear
Underwear is not the place to express your personality, as you don't need some branded or high-quality wear. The main thing is that it should give you comfort and flexibility for your attire.
The style that has best stood the test of time is the cotton boxer short, likely because they take repeated washing, breathe well, and are comfortable against your skin.
There are two rules for men's underwear, one is novelty prints are not for grown men and the second is that heavily branded underwear lacks sophistication.
Spend money on shoes
Timeless clothing is all about simple design; it also goes for the shoes themselves. If you don't want to look fussy, don't opt for many complicated printed or colored shoes as they will make you look strange quickly. Depends on the quality of shoes you buy, they can go for years if you take good care of them and will never down your style, opt for classic styles such as brogues, loafers, or a plain, dark, five-eyelet Derby on a round-toe last.
Keep accessorizing to a minimum
Accessories like ties and pocket squares bring individuality to classic clothing, but be careful how you use them. When it comes to creating a shirt and ties combination, wear your tie or pocket square in a darker shade than your jacket. Just remember not to overdo it as it will make you look boring. The less you combine clothing, the more you look attractive.
Dress for the setting
Style is not just about self-expression, it's also about being dressed appropriately for your environment. Just use clothes as codes, you need the right combination to work with the setting you're in. The worst style is one that is out of place. Well, proper attire based on occasions and places shows a mark of respect to others and that will help you to be comfortable in any place.
Choose versatile outerwear
The men believe to wear a classic style, but modern technical fabrics in darker shades and easy cuts are making coats what they should be – lightweight and breathable but also properly protective. A field or bomber jacket is a very good all-rounder if you want to dress for some small occasion.
Buy a dinner suit
A piece of wise advice for those who are keen on their clothing must never rent a suit, every man should have a suiting item in their wardrobe as it's just a one-time investment and with proper care, it can last long for years.
There are few items that every man should include in their wardrobe. One of those things is a Dinner suit. So, while it feels like an extravagance, owning a dinner suit that fits you rather than hiring one makes more sense after years of use. Choose a midnight blue, single-breasted, with satin lapels and trouser seams. It will suit the night perfectly.
BARABAS Men makes a vast variety of clothing lines for men of all ages and sizes. We provide the best options of a perfect match for your wardrobe to create a presentable, charming, and polished look for any occasion.
