A messy wardrobe is a a sign of a confused man – and that ladies and gentlemen, is anything but attractive! Lucky for you, we have the solution to your needs. Here is a list of 5 wardrobe essentials men must own to make them look as people who have mastered the art of dressing.
Remember that you are aiming for form and functionality. This means that you will be sticking to the basics, albeit in a classy manner. Read on below to find out the 5 most important items in a true gentleman’s wardrobe.
- Suit
If you are guy, then you must have a suit. There is no excuse for not having a suit in your wardrobe. This item is the hallmark of being a gentleman and ladies dig the suit too. Despite the fact that you may not need to wear one to work, you will be invited to an event where you will have to look your best. You need not be extravagant but you need to make sure that it is in decent colors such as grey, navy blue, black etc and that it has an immaculate fit. Nothing says Under Control like a well fitting suit.
- White shirt
The versatility of a white shirt is unparalleled. Whether be it under a suit or on jeans, this is one item that will go with almost any combination you can think of. The fact that it is simple and crisp only adds to its appeal. You can go for trendy look by opting for a button down shirt while for a professional look a classic cut should do the trick.
- Jeans
No wardrobe can be complete without a few pair of jeans. Black, Blue and Grey are your safest bets in terms of pairing options and versatility. Traditionalists stick to the plain blue, straight cut denim but one can experiment with other mature looking colors.
Make sure that the jeans fit properly from the crotch, hips and the waist. Take good care of these, and they will have your back not only for weekend socializing but also for other semi-formal or smart casual occasions where you can pair them up with a blazer.
- Accessories
Accessories, like shoes maketh the man! Cuff-links, tie clips, pocket squares, watches, belts etc are some of the must-haves in this category. It cannot be stressed enough how important the accessories are to the entire overall get up of a true gentleman.
- Shoes
Oxfords, Loafers, Trainers, Hiking shoes, Brogues are just a few of the varieties that a gentleman must have in his wardrobe. This collection enables him to be ready for any occasion hence adding to the overall appearance of being ever-ready and prepared for any circumstances.
There are a lot of designs to choose from and a lot of factors that influence the kind of shoes that you get. Chief among them however, should always be comfort. A general rule of the thumb that you can follow here is: if you cant wear the shoes for more than 15 minutes without any discomfort, you should not buy them.
All these and more make up a true gentleman’s wardrobe. These however are the basics and should be treated as the starting point when coming to re-doing or building a wardrobe.
Let us know in the comments below what your must-haves are and what you consider to be an integral part of this list.