The best thing about men’s style is that simplicity is always the best route to go. In that sense, we have it a lot easier than the girls. Guys need only a small wardrobe full of timeless classics.
Forget bright colours, textures, and patterns. It’s all about the Oxford shirts, simple trousers, and a good suit. When it comes to men’s fashion, the trends were set long ago, and those classic looks are still in style. Of course, to complement these simple trends, you need an arsenal of strong accessories. Let’s take a look at your essentials.
- Dress shoes
With every tailored suit comes the perfect shoe to accompany it. A man needs only a small selection of shoes. The original black Oxford is the classic dress shoe, and it hasn’t gone out of style for a century. Likewise, the classic brown brogue is also a good choice, though a little less formal. If you’re wearing a suit, stick with the Oxfords. Oh, and one more piece of advice. Keep a tin of shoe polish with you at all times. Nothing ruins an outfit like scuffed dress shoes.
- Watch
You can tell a lot about a man by his watch. Again, you’re looking for something timeless and classic. If you’re wearing a Casio digital watch, I’m afraid we can’t be friends. You need something elegant and sophisticated on your arm. Think Rolex, Tag Heuer or Shinola men’s watches. Remember, accessories are what completes the outfit. Your watch should add a stylish impact on your suit.
- Leather belt
A wise person once said “Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication”. We couldn’t agree more. There’s no need for fussy colours and designs when it comes to men’s accessories. The same goes for your belt. Choose a sensible leather over bright patterns. Always try to match the colour of your belt to your shoes, it’s men’s fashion 101. If you’re going for a more casual look, a tan belt works great with a blue Oxford shirt and chinos.
- Tie
The tie is the main place where your fashion sense lives or dies. We’ve all got one guy in the office who wears an outrageous tie every day. Don’t be that guy! Put some more thought into your choice. Match the colours with the rest of your outfit. Secondly, make sure you wear the right shape and length. The tip of your tie should just touch your belt line. For width, choose the same width as the lapel of your jacket.
- Wallet
A good leather wallet is an essential accessory. But again, we see guys getting it wrong all the time. Your wallet must be slim and well-kept. Yes, we’re looking at you, with hundreds of receipts and cards pouring out of your chunky wrinkled wallet! Just keep the essentials in there and slim it down.
That’s all there is to it, guys. Men’s fashion is easy. Think timeless, classic, and simple. Those are your golden rules when it comes to accessories. What do your accessories say about you?