We’re a men’s site that plans to be around for a very long time so you’ll get plenty of fancy articles on all the intricacies of men’s fashion such as the different types of tie knots, what type of suit to wear to a formal event, whether or not it pays for you to buy a tuxedo, and much more. For our launching, however, we just want to lay a foundation so that you don’t look either one of two ways, the first being that your mom lays out your clothes for you the night before work and the second being you looking like such a vagrant that people have thrown quarters into your latte on the subway. Let’s start here with these ten simple style tips that will take you through your whole life.
1. Dress your Age- There’s nothing more depressing than a middle aged man who dresses like he’s 16. If you’re 45 and wearing skinny jeans then something is wrong. On the other side of that coin is the 22 year old fresh out of college who looks like he raids his dad’s closet every morning. Both of these are a problem and need to be avoided at all costs.
2. The Black Suit- It doesn’t matter if you’re a CEO or a plumber every man needs a black suit in his closet. You never know when you’ll have to dress up and a black suit is very versatile. Switch the shirt, switch the tie, and to be completely honest, a guy who doesn’t wear suits to work could probably get away with this for 30 years provided the suit still fits him.
3. Shine Your Shoes- Never wear a pair of dirty shoes or sneakers in public. Buy a shoe shine kit for the shoes and a toothbrush and a bottle of Windex for the sneakers. Dirty footwear is embarrassing. It makes you look slovenly and women notice shoes. I can guarantee that if your Nike sneakers are dirty then approaching girls on the street will be futile, my friend.
4. Buy A Good Watch- Every man should own one beautiful timepiece. A watch says a lot about a man and no outfit is complete without a watch. If your financial situation is good then look for a Rolex or a Patek. If you’re a work in progress try a Tag Heuer or a Hamilton watch. Either way you’ll be making a good purchase. Stay away from any watch that looks like it’s been bedazzled or is comprised of every color of the rainbow.
5. Stay groomed- Keep your hair cut and your fingernails short and clean. Keep any facial hair neat and if there’s any hair on your face that’s not a beard then get rid of it ASAP. Fellas, I know this is going to be a hard pill to swallow but getting your nails done at a nail salon isn’t a bad idea. You look extra clean and I guarantee every chick that sees it will be impressed. If you feel feminine doing this remember that John Gotti and Al Capone did the same exact thing.
6. Smell Good- Whether you use cologne or an aftershave a man should have a scent. Try and find an unscented deodorant so it won’t clash with the smell of your cologne. Also, don’t be too stingy but don’t overdo it either. It’s a delicate balance that needs to be reached. The rule of thumb is that only a person standing very close to you should be able to smell it so if you walk into a room and everybody gets smacked in the face by the smell of Old Spice go easy there buddy. You don’t need to bathe in the stuff.
7. Always Own A Leather Jacket- Every man should own one really good leather jacket. It might run you a few bucks but should last for decades. When you’re buying a leather jacket buy one that just barely zips up all the way because like a good pair of shoes it will conform to your body, break in, and end up fitting like a glove. This is one of a few items that is always worth the price tag. Hell, if a leather jacket is of high enough quality, it could make it down to the next generation.
8. Keep Accessories To A Minimum-A man doesn’t need to over accessorize. Most of the time you end up looking gaudy and ridiculous. Your accessories should be limited to cuff links, a tie bar, a pocket square, a watch, and if you want a little extra, a classy pinky ring. What can I say? I’m Italian. Also, there are certain practical items that a man may want to keep with him such as a pen or business card holder. If you carry a pen and it’s a Bic I hope it punctures one of your organs. Go to Staples and buy a Parker dammit.
9. Never Under Any Circumstances Wear Sandals- Any footwear that exposes a man’s foot should be burned. This means you should throw away your flip-flops, Crocs, Tevas, and any leather sandals. The only time I throw on a pair of slides is at the beach so if you’re not wearing boots, dress shoes, or sneakers then something has gone terribly awry. Guys, this is serious. There are very few girls who accept a man in flip-flops and if she does there’s likely something wrong with her. Put some socks and shoes on like a man.
10. Stay away from trends- If you don’t think it’ll be around in 5 years then don’t buy it. Anything you wear should be timeless. The best dressed men in the world have always had a simple, clean, and classic style. Do you think Frank Sinatra would have ever been caught dead in skinny jeans or with a wallet that had a chain on it? C’mon now.
Article By: Jon DaBove
