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Basic Guide to Modern Mens Fashion

September 15th, 2011

You have probably experienced pain and discomfort at a dinner party resulting from uncomfortable clothes, and a supposedly fun night out turned into a night of discomfort. If this sounds familiar then this guide will help you find quality clothes, that are elegant, modern, yet at the same time comfortable and practical.

When it comes to fashion, be aware of the saying, ‘fashion knows no weather’. Fashion may indeed know no weather but you, the wearer, should consider the climate before buying or wearing certain clothing pieces. Comfort and looks must go together in men’s fashion. Comfort is especially important in extreme conditions. Summer is approaching and knowing how to pick clothes that are breathable and comfortable in high temperatures without sacrificing style and elegance is a trick that any man should know.

Before you spend money on new clothes as yourself a few questions. For example, if you wear a necktie each day to work and are planning on buying a new tie, then make sure you have shirts that will complement your new investment. Also, think about the sizing? Will your body type change? Are you planning on loosing a few pounds? If this is the case then avoid certain clothing pieces such as new pants or jackets until you reached your target figure. Instead invest in accessories like new shoes, dress socks, cufflinks, ties, sunglasses, a nice wristwatch, and so on. All these items will fit regardless of your weight.

Comfort and fit go hand in hand. When buying pants made sure to try them on. Walk around in them, sit down, run, do whatever you are planning on doing once you own them. Don’t be shy and/or lazy. Retailers have a dressing room for a reason. If you are buying online then make sure to check the return policy. Do they charge a restocking fee? How many days do you have to make a return? Do you have to pay for return shipping? All these things should be considered. » Read more: Basic Guide to Modern Mens Fashion

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How to Choose T-Shirts for Men’s Fashion?

September 15th, 2011

The credit crunch has meant that many of us have had to pull in the purse strings of late, and one area that seems to suffer from our lack of money is our fashion. The economy has meant that clothing has taken a back seat, particularly for men. The consequences of this is that we actually have to take greater care when choosing our clothes, as a fashion faux pas cannot be rectified until the following pay day. With less money, we must consider our fashion choices much more carefully. Here, we will consider men’s t-shirts, as these tend to form the focal part of any outfit and can make or break our overall look.

Size
With reference to t-shirts, size is very important, an ill-fitting shirt will look awful, but a well-fitted shirt should have you turning heads wherever you go. One of the problems we have regarding sizing with men’s t-shirts is that many men emulate their fathers, and in previous generations, men were less concerned with fashion, but more so with comfort, they tended to wear baggy because it felt comfy. Avoid this trap. A t-shirt fits well when if it skims the body gently, there should be a gap of between 3mm and 7mm between the skin and material, and no more and no less. It is vitally important that a little extra money be paid to ensure that the t-shirt is of a high quality, this way, shrinkage does not occur, which would clearly damage the fit, and always follow the washing instructions on the label.

Style/design
There are many popular men’s t-shirt designs, but in order to be truly fashionable, you should own at least one retro style t-shirt. These t-shirts are fantastically versatile, suiting many styles of clothing – although you should only wear such t-shirts in a casual setting. Try to select a retro design that reflects your personality, for instance, if you love rock music, then the Rolling Stone motive style tees would be perfect.

Color
Color tends to be a big problem for men, particularly concerning fashion. In part, this is because a large proportion of men – far more than women – are actually color-blind. If you are such a person, then seek the help of others to help you decide upon color, as colors that appear harmonious to you, may appear to clash to people who can see the whole color spectrum.

In terms of colors that match, the neutral colors tend to go with everything. Neutral colors are white, grey, black, brown, and cream. Color combination to avoid at all costs are; yellow with purple; red with green; and anything fluorescent. » Read more: How to Choose T-Shirts for Men’s Fashion?

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Men’s Trends Fashion

September 15th, 2011

One of the great things about men’s fashion is that while trends come and go, such as the polyester suit of the 70s and the punk look of the 80s, it always seems to gravitate back towards a clean and masculine look. 2011 has definitely brought a major resurgence of this classic appearance. In both high fashion and catalog spreads, you’ll see men dressed in flattering styles and natural fabrics. The grunge look of the 90s is out, and the well-groomed clean cut appearance of an earlier era has made a comeback. Along these lines, here are 3 of my favorite trends in men’s fashion coming up for fall of 2011.

Colored denim- We have a tendency to always think of denim as meaning “blue jeans.” But colored denim is a great trend for fall, and a nice way to dress up your normal denim look. Now it’s accepted that you can wear white jeans, even after Labor Day. Just anchor them with darker pieces, such as gray or brown shoes and belt, and a navy sport jacket. Gray jeans are a terrific look for fall. You can pair them with other cool tones, such as a blue and white striped shirt, camel suede shoes, and a blue denim jacket for a nice, calming look. Or for something a little bolder, try yellow-gold denim pants. Just remember that this is a bright color, and the rest of your outfit should remain in neutral shades, such as tans or navy blues.

“Mad Men” inspired fashion- Since the television show “Mad Men” became raucously popular, several different clothing companies have introduced tailored and form-fitting lines inspired by the pre-hippie era of the early 1960s. I am personally looking forward to Banana Republic’s “Mad Men” inspired men’s line that will be introduced this fall. The reason this particular line works so well is that it offers a bit of an updated twist on classic, retro looks. This is the very key to looking appropriate, not like you are wearing a costume, when emulating vintage fashion. Key pieces to pulling off the “Mad Men” inspired look are slim cut suits, shawl-collared sweaters, slim cut pin stripe trousers, vests, and waist coats. If you are attending a formal event, a classic black silk bow tie is key, and for everyday wear, a nice silk tie with necktie accessoriesis appropriate.

Casual dressy looks- What do I mean by “causal dressy”? Well, it differs from what you think of as straight-up dressy. For a casual dressy look, start with a casual foundation. This could be a pair of relaxed fit chinos and a polo shirt or silk screened cotton tee shirt. Then, add an element that you would normally only think of as dressy, such as a well fitted sport jacket. For another casual dressy look, try a pair of dark wash jeans and a button down shirt with the vest from your three piece suit. Or, black denim pants with a plain white tee shirt and a tuxedo jacket. You can also make any casual outfit more dressy with an interesting accessory such as an antique pocket watch or a nice pair of leather oxford shoes. Celebrities who regularly and successfully pull off the casual dressy look are Kanye West, Ryan Gosling, Justin Timberlake, and Pharell Williams. Just don’t ever mix a blazer or sport jacket with shorts when going for the casual dressy look.

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