The appearance of a man speaks louder than his words. Every day, humans encounter hundreds of people without ever saying a word. Yet, even without verbal communication, those around him make judgments about his reliability and intentions. Many will dislike being judged based on their clothing. However, life is unfair. Humans have and will continue to judge others based on the information presented to them. In most situations, it primarily concerns physical appearance. Here are some basics that every man should have in his wardrobe to avoid being mistaken for what he is not.
The Oxford Shirt
What piece gives almost everyone a remarkable elegance effortlessly? An impeccable, fitted white Oxford shirt. Buy one or get several if you can. In any case, it’s a basic to have in your wardrobe.
The Crew Neck T-Shirt
Another essential piece to have in your wardrobe is the T-shirt. It has transitioned from a simple professional garment to an everyday classic. Find one that fits your body (that hugs it, not a second skin) and wear it under a light jacket or even as a standalone garment.
The Bomber Jacket
The bomber jacket is one of the most versatile outerwear styles. It can be worn practically year-round by most body types. Made from sheepskin, the men’s bomber is very effective at resisting the cold. Thanks to the leather and wool, it offers unwavering and durable protection. The bomber jacket is a good investment as it is made to last. To keep it looking great, maintain it regularly.
The Textured Knit Cotton Sweater by Garcia
A textured sweater is perfect when it’s not quite cold enough. Easy to throw on, this sweater can be worn in all seasons. You can wear it solo with a nice cashmere scarf (your choice) for more style. For a casual yet elegant look, you can pair it with straight jeans or chinos.
To add character to your outfit, you can also wear your sweater under a blazer or layer it under a thick denim shirt. Those who love men’s fashion in a cozy way can wear it under a wool jacket and put on lace-up boots if they wish. You can opt for light gray or indigo. Gray goes well with most other clothes you have in your wardrobe, like a white Oxford or Selvedge jeans.
The Watch
Nothing is more elegant than checking the time on a men’s watch with a leather strap, rather than futilely looking at your phone. You can choose:
- silver and black men’s watch with a brown leather strap;
- black men’s watch with a black leather strap;
- black watch with a black rubber strap.
The Lace-Up Boots
Lace-up boots are a must-have and essential in a man’s wardrobe. Not only do they protect you from the cold when temperatures drop, but they also allow you to assert your style. They can be worn with both chic and casual outfits. For a relaxed look, you can wear your lace-up boots with jeans or chinos and a mandarin collar shirt or a T-shirt.
The Everyday Bag
Modern times require a bag that can go anywhere and do everything its owner wants. Something sturdy and very nice. Here are some options for the active man:
- the backpack
- the crossbody bag
- the multi-purpose travel bag
- the messenger bag for men
- the document holder
- the wheeled bag
The White Sneakers
Now that the casual formula has invaded all spaces, a pair of sneakers can be worn with both a suit and jeans and a T-shirt. You can wear your white sneakers with shorts, black jeans, chinos, skinny jeans, or even with a suit.
The Polo
A summer essential, the polo allows you to stay formal (collar) but casual (short sleeves), and slightly sporty.
The Khaki
Because you can’t wear jeans every day, you can wear khaki pants. For the top, you can wear a shirt, a sweater, or a T-shirt in black, gray, navy blue, or even sky blue. If you dare to wear pink, it goes very well with khaki pants too. As for shoes, opt for white, brown, or black.
The Brown Lace-Up Shoes
Women notice shoes, and you should consider brown lace-up shoes as a basic type of shoe, but also the most useful. And, once again, they go with everything.
