How to improve your STYLE

 

How to improve your STYLE

I'm often asked if I have any style tips for men. The fact is I do and that is what I'm going for in this article.

The most asked common questions when it comes to this topic are: What does it mean to “upgrade” your style? Does it require a massive wardrobe? Plenty of cash? Drastic changes?

The good news is actually… NOOOO!

In fact, when it comes to style tips for men, big things come in small packages. You can level up your style through simple and easy-to-do tricks while spending less _ and more wisely.

In this article, I give simple style tips for men that you can use to upgrade your wardrobe and become the best-dressed man in the room. If that sounds interesting, Let us hop into it!!!

 

 

TIPS ON HOW TO "UPGRADE" YOUR STYLE

• Clean" Your Closet:

By clean I mean getting rid of unwanted clothes and keeping the good ones. My first style tip for men is the simplest: Declutter your closet and throw out the “trash” – as in ANTI-STYLISH clothes that:

•  Are overstretched or worn out
•  Have holes or tears all over
•  Lost their original color
•  Have unwashable stains

This helps you identify the good stuff in your closet to work with. And what types of clothing you might lack. As for the decent-looking clothes you hardly use – put them in a box and write the current date on it.

The idea behind that box is to donate everything that stays in it one year after the marked date. So nothing will remain in your closet as “junk” forever.

•  Get Your Clothes Tailored:

There's one kind of “trash” that still needs to get rid of which are your oversized clothes. Especially casual shirts, jackets, or jeans that still look pretty good. You'll want to take those clothes to a tailor and have them altered. Remember when it comes to your tailor, communication is key to getting the best results.

Get to know your tailor and call them by their name. Make sure you specify your needs for each item. Provide exact measurements or wear the item so they can measure the required adjustment.

You're not just putting in money for their service – you're also putting on the line all that good money you spent on the clothing itself! So do take the whole thing seriously. After all, we are looking for the perfect fit for you and comfort as well.

 

•  Buy Core Wardrobe Pieces:

When you've got a post-purge closet – check if you're lacking certain “core” items of clothing. It might be a pair of dark-colored jeans or casual counterparts of dress shirts like chambrays or button-downs. Those are examples of ESSENTIAL items you're going to need at some point in any given week.

It's important that you know which pieces make up your “core” wardrobe. They are the building blocks of your personal style. They have to be pretty dependable with great QUALITY. So finding the right brand of basic clothes also matters because your image will be influenced by it.

But how do you choose the BEST “core” clothing? A good strategy here is to build an interchangeable wardrobe. It's the kind of wardrobe where you can mix and match almost anything in terms of color, pattern, or texture. If it's successfully built – you'll end up buying much less clothing for years to come.

 

• Be A “Sports Jacket” Guy:

Ever tried on a sports jacket but didn't like it? Did it feel uncomfortable?

Trust me: it only takes practice.

 

Sports jackets are a fantastic way of upgrading your style. Simply putting a sports jacket on upgrades your style x10. It's one of the easiest style tips for men plus it gives a certain look that commands respect, something we all want, right huh !!

Start by just wearing the jacket at home. Soon you'll gain much more confidence in it. You'll enjoy how it trims you up and makes you look taller and manlier. Also, you hold it in your hands if it's hot outside or wants to expose your gainz, Either way, a sports jacket looks good on you and also off you.

You can also try pairing up your sports jacket with jeans for future events. That combination does wonders for stylish gentlemen! Remember – fit is king. You must make sure your sport jacket fits on the shoulders. Ideally, you want it to taper slightly at the sides to create a flattering look. If it's somewhat too loose here, your tailor can take care of this.

 

• Use A Signature Piece:

Many times, one extra detail can transform your style. So take advantage of that. Use an accessory to add a dose of “uniqueness” to your outfit.

There are lots of accessories that can function as your signature piece. The trick is to find something that you love wearing and provides a nice contrast with the stuff you normally wear (like your usual dress shirt or casual shirt).

Jackets are a perfect example. If you've got the time – you may discover a good vest from the thrift store in your area. Or even a classic hat or a good pair of boots for the colder months. You may also consider one or two “accent” pieces (besides a watch) in menswear stores such as:

• knit ties
• Solid color gold polka-dot bow ties
• Tie accessories (pins, clips, etc.)
• Decorative folds (flowers, multiple peaks, etc.)
• Jewelry (cufflinks, necklaces, rings, etc.)
• Colored pocket squares

• Learn To Take Care Of Your Clothes:

Of course, you don't want to buy a nice quality piece of clothing (shirt, pants, jacket....) and after some time it loses its quality and look just because you couldn't take care of that piece. That's why knowledge is power, And you'll gain a lot of power in terms of freedom to buy more quality clothing by learning how to:

• Polish your shoes on a regular basis
• Treat any clothing stains immediately
• Wash expensive clothes properly and know when your suit needs dry cleaning

When you can handle those procedures, you'll be far more comfortable spending on high-end items. Because you'll make sure they last a long time without getting ruined.

 

• Wear Running Shoes & Sneakers Less Often:

As far as style tips for men go, this one is easy and very effective. When you are wearing shoes that don't fit the top style it simply looks so awful and makes you look less stylish which is the exact opposite of what you want. Get yourself some nice sneakers, classy shoes and running shoes then apply the following formula:

Simply make this a rule of thumb:

• Running shoes – use only for running

• Sneakers – for other physical activities

So when you're doing neither of those – that's the time to bring in some nice casual leather shoes – like men's Oxford dress shoes. Let them be your go-to shoes for strolling around the city or meeting up with friends for dinner.

Casual leather shoes can really level up your casual style on weekends – and people will notice that quickly.

 

• Make Your Style A Responsibility:

Find a way to hold yourself accountable for changing your style – and improving yourself all the time. Your style is simply the mirror that reflects your personality, environment, and your way of thinking as much as it also tells people what kind of man you are. So you MUST make your style a priority in your life, it is that serious trust me.

If I could go back in time to my teenage years I would correct many mistakes with the mentality I have now. One major mistake I would correct is my style at that time because I know now the power of a proper style and how much hold it has on people.

for example, one of the ways to make your style a responsibility is by picking your clothes the night before an event, before school, or before going out. Make sure you choose what to wear wisely and carefully with the colors that match.

 

• Consult your stylish friends:

There is no shame in asking for your friend's advice when it comes to being stylish. watch your stylish friend (s) especially when they go shopping, see how they pic clothes, what fit they choose, what he says to the tailor to have a nice fit ..... 

Also, you can take that friend with you when you go shopping for clothes and let him help you find some nice boutiques he knows that may offer some stylish nice pieces of clothing.

After you agree on shopping at a certain clothing shop, let your friend look for nice pieces for you and try them and see for yourself then. and don't feel shy when asking for advice, or you will stay unstylish.