10 rules to dress well that every man should follow
This is the ultimate guide to looking good in whatever you wear, from a suit to jeans.
Dressing well is an art form that not everyone masters, although everyone has the potential with a few timeless rules and tips that never go out of style.
There are too many rules in the world, and some have already become obsolete, but there are others that are useful and can save you problems and suffering of all kinds. When it comes to dressing well, it can all be a matter of opinion and personal taste (some do not like the colour blue or wearing the polo shirt outside their pants), but, beyond taste, some essential elements can make any look, from formal to casual, look perfect.
Think about this, when you go through your childhood photos, are there looks that you regret? Probably yes, and that's mostly because choosing your clothes was partly up to your parents. You didn't care how good your butt looked in those pants, you just wanted to be comfortable and have fun, and that's why you have ( we all have) a few photos that you would like to hide and with looks that you would not dare to use now in public.
In fashion, some things work for some that are disastrous for others, so the rules that matter are a bit more abstract and have to do with details favouring everyone equally. The best part is that they are rather suggestions and you don't have to follow them if you don't feel like it (because you are an adult and you have earned the right to wear whatever you want, unless your office, event or appointment has a code of clothing, in that case, you have to adapt).
Even if it sounds obvious, good advice does not go out of style, and nobody is in a position to reject it, especially if you want to be well dressed.
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The rules for dressing well:
Wear the suit well (buy, don't rent)
Yes, men look great in suits, but the key to achieving this is finding the right fit, which is not too short, long or tight. You should pay attention to the cut of the shoulders, the length of the sleeves and the pants, and you should be able to move your arms comfortably without having to remove the jacket.
Classic suits work best because you can wear them for a long, long time without making them look dated or old. And the cases don't just go with a shirt.
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Invest in a good watch, wisely
You don't need to spend thousands of dollars on a watch, but you need to invest a little more to have a good piece. Remember that you have to pay a bit more if you want a sturdy, classic, durable and elegant composition. In the long run, that investment is going to pay off, especially when you've been wearing the same watch for 20 years and it still looks cool.
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Don't be afraid of colour.
There is nothing wrong with wearing black from head to toe, but colour can make your looks pop. Whether in casual or formal eyes, colour can be an exciting element in suits, green, wine, and blue.
Wear your jeans until it shows that they are yours
Some degree of wear and tear makes your jeans feel more comfortable and fit your body's shape, so the best thing to do is buy a good quality pair and wear it until the denim softens a bit and starts to unravel. Take your form. Wear gives them character.
With shirts, go for the classics.
Do you want your shirts to last longer and look good no matter the season? Then go for the classic colours and patterns, these always work, and you can combine them with everything. You just have to take care that they fit well from all sides and that the buttons are not pulled.
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Shoes come in all price ranges, but if you want quality, durability, and right style, then you have to pay a little more. Choose simple and elegant designs and colours, these are the ones you can wear for a lifetime.
With tennis, the principle is the same, the best ones are more expensive, but here you can play with colours and styles. In the end, the most relaxed models become collectables.
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Take care of the quantity and type of accessories.
With accessories, quality is always better than quantity, you don't need to have all your fingers full of rings, put on 3 chains, a scarf, glasses, a hat, brooches and more. It is better to opt for minimalism and choose only a few pieces that complement your look, and they do not necessarily have to be the same colour as your clothes, although they should create a right combination.
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Follow your style, not the trends.
The best-dressed men always have them go in common, they wear what they like, what works for them and makes them feel good, instead of wanting to look like the mannequin of the season. You can incorporate trends, but in a subtle way that corresponds to your style.
Dress for the occasion
One of the worst mistakes when the dressing is to wear the wrong clothes for the occasion, you can't wear pants and a sweatshirt to a wedding (unless they tell you to) and it doesn't make any sense to wear your best suit to play game soccer.
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Choose versatile pieces
If you want to look good without spending too much, you have to invest in pieces that you can combine in different ways, and that can look formal or casual depending on the rest of the pants you wear.
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Bonus:
Learn to break the rules
Finally, the fashion rules are only suggestions, and there are times when breaking them can give you excellent results, you simply must learn to read the occasion.
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