101 Ideas for Men’s Fashion That will not Put a Hole in your Pocket

Being best dressed and stylish can be a good way to attract the attention of other people. Whether you are thin or fat, looking good is still possible as long as you know how to carry yourself.

No, I am not yet the master of men’s fashion, rather this article is also supposed to help me get into the groove. Yes, in our team I am considered to be one of the most fashion conscious guys. Still, on days I lack inspiration and dress dull. At times I do wear totally unmatched pairs.

Fridays are casual wear day at work and I do take chances by wearing otherwise bold dresses. But on weekdays it’s strictly formal for me. While writing this article I got inspired to try out the latest fashion and bought a few shirts. Over the next few weeks, I’ll wear them. As I said often that two of the most ignored but important criterion to get noticed at work are by having an elegant office space and wearing elegant attire.

Here are the 101 tips on looking good for men.

Please be aware that fashion is very personal, my opinion might not match yours, and some commentators even coined me as a moron in my post on office cubicle decoration ideas. You may seem to find the same thing here, but, this is how I think about men’s fashion.

1. Finding the appropriate clothing is important in boosting your image.
2. Wear something blue often as women like men who don this color.
3. When wearing a suit, your shirt has a lighter shade. At the same time, this will make you look slim.
4. Consider dark suits as they are perfect for any occasion.
5. Ninety-two percent of women go for a man they regard as “well-dressed.”
6. Wear suits with a T-shirt and suede shoes for a relaxing appearance.
7. Leather complements a stocky woven wool suit
8. Try denim shorts during the summer
9. When wearing mens square toe boots, crease or fold the bottom part of jeans to flaunt it.
10. Avoid putting your sunglasses above the head. It damages the arms, puts stress, and will look crooked on the face.
11. Instead of wearing shorts that are quite long, try rolling it up.
12. Be unique. You will be more attractive to people by doing so.
13. Denim will retain its look when dry cleaned only. As a “twist” fabric, it will lose its color when washed.
14. Green and red should not be visible.
15. The color will look best together with accessories like scarves, ties, and pocket square or in casual shirts.
16. Darker skin will stand out with bright colored clothes.
17. For pale-skinned individuals, go for light or soft colors with a shade of gray.
18. Big men should use a broad knot with the necktie
19. Fasten one of two buttons when wearing suits to make you look slimmer around their waist
20. Socks should be of similar color with trousers so that you will look taller in the eyes of people.
21. Avoid wearing horizontal-striped designs from top to bottom. Use them mildly on shirts when combined with unicolor or plain trousers.
22. Wear darker-colored jeans on shirt or half of the top.
23. Small guys should refrain from wearing baggy clothes as this will make them look even shorter.
24. Avoid wearing socks and sandals
25. Always match your shoes and belt.
26. Don’t buy denim shorts. Cut your jeans but give some room for rolling them up.
27. Wear tux on jeans that are beaten up
28. Consider midnight blue tuxedos as an alternative to dark color
29. White Plimsolls will complement any khaki-colored shorts
30. Green and blue are best visible
31. The classic style is still the best.
32. The jeans’ cut should depend on your proportion.
33. A suit made out of linen is the ideal summer fashion.
34. Designer clothes are not always impressive.
35. Shawl collar and lapels will work well with a tuxedo
36. Polished shoes will complement your dinner jacket.
37. It has been a gentlemanly gesture to always carry an umbrella
38. Ties should always be clean and in place
39. A dark gray suit is always the best shade to wear.
40. Chelsea boots look stunning in a suit.
41. Legs or ankles should always be visible when sitting down.
42. Use matching colors for accessories.
43. Dark colored clothing will always make you look slim.
44. Ties should extend between the top of the trousers and the belly button. It must not reach the line belt or torso.
45. Wear pocket square when possible. It gives you more appeal to emphasizing uniqueness and simplicity.
46. Match the color of the pocket square with your tie.
47. Light gray suits can be complemented with light-colored ties and vice versa.
48. Avoid rolling the sleeves up of your suit except when wearing a casual blazer
49. When in doubt as to the color, always follow the rule of intensity—light for light, dark for dark.
50. Big men should wear single breasted suits
51. Carry a bag for men and not a rucksack when going to the office.
52. Remove two or three buttons from a casual shirt
53. Big men should avoid wearing round and high necklines no matter what clothes they wear.
54. Desert boots are best for rolled-up chinos.
55. For casual shirts, single colored ties are recommended. Match the necktie’s shades with the primary color of the shirt.
56. Clean the suede shoes using soft nylons instead of a wire-based brush.
57. Clean and maintain your shoes every couple of weeks. Avoid wearing similar shoes for two consecutive days.
58. Wear brighter socks for more noticeable shoes but do not make it your signature look.
59. Double denim is ideal for jeans – one or two shades darker than the shirt
60. It’s better to undo the lower buttons of cardigans for a slimmer look on the waist
61. Whatever the style or occasion, the shirt’s cuffs should always be visible below the blazer.
62. Pink colored garments will also look good on men
63. For a double-breasted trench coat, you will look slimmer by folding the back of the lapel and wearing the collar up.
64. Wear a tie with diagonal stripes from right to left. For most men in the United Kingdom, this works the other way around.
65. Dark brogues, preferably brown, and turned-up darker blue jeans are a classic style
66. If you think your neck is thinner or thicker, wearing an upward collar on the coat will make you slimmer looking.
67. Both the colors white and cream, when worn together, create an expensive look
68. Avoid leaving the collar not ironed.
69. Navy blue and navy white striped shirts are best with denim. This will give you a classic look.
70. When finding the color of a suit that is right for you, look for one that matches the color of your eyes and the same with the color of your skin. So if you have bluish eyes and lighter skin, go for a light blue suit.
71. Letting a scarf draped around the neck, down to your torso will make you look slimmer if you have a curved chest or belly.
72. For jackets with a double breast style, use a wider necktie and a wide fitting trouser
73. Stand out in the crowd by wearing a purple necktie with a dark gray suit
74. Mix and match the color and texture of the tie and pocket square.
75. Wear the appropriate dress
76. Italians wear the watch above the shirt’s cuffs.
77. Use a larger pattern of the handkerchief or for the pocket square than on your tie
78. If you are skinny, wear skinny trousers so that you look taller
79. Be comfortable with what you are wearing because it is your personality and you are not out to dazzle people. But do dress appropriately when the occasion calls for it.
80. Wearing undershirts should only be done when the situation calls for it.
81. For bigger men, trousers with vertical designs are the better option.
82. Consider a shirt with pockets for hiding man boobs.
83. Use Extra Virgin oil as an after-shave. It is considered as a moisturizer and can help prevent dry skin, shaving and rash ingrown.
84. For men with skinny arms, wearing long-sleeved shirts with a rolled up sleeves can make their arms look brawnier.
85. Hats look better on a man with a slim face than those with round ones.
86. Short hair is recommended for a man with a round face than long hair.
87. Carry only the basic things in your wallets such as driver’s license, bank cards, and money.
88. Sometimes, you have to experiment with new things.
89. Use a belt at all times. Aside from keeping trousers from falling, it also helps add some detail. Unlike in women, there is rarely a chance that men can wear various styles of outfits so the details will matter.
90. Always keep an extra shirt with you just in case.
91. When buying clothes, always try them on first to ensure that they fit you.
92. Apply talc before wearing using your footwear.
93. When buying garments, look for quite more expensive ones that are durable so you do not need to keep on buying a new one.
94. Balance your beer belly by wearing wide-legged jeans or trousers.
95. Buy shirts or trousers that are 100% cotton or at least close to it.
96. Go for regular cut shirts. They are more comfortable to wear.
97. Clean your shirt first before wearing them several times.
98. Make sure that your collars fit you just right.
99. Pants that suit you should be of the right length. They should be long enough to hide your socks and short enough not to touch the ground or bundle at the front.
100. Your shoes must be in good condition, clean, and shined. Likewise, it should be appropriate for the outfit you are wearing.
101. See to it that your clothes are hung properly. Instead of pressing, steam jackets and pants.

Last but not the least the mobile you carry and the case you carry it in also does matter. Don’t overlook this aspect as well.

Readers, this is not exactly a personal finance post but, might increase your career potential if you start looking sharp and smart at work. No harm in that. Please share your honest opinion about the concept of men’s fashion. I’ll sincerely look forward to it!