The Basics: What Every Man Needs




A man’s closet should be minimal, slick and well put together. The dream is to invest in beautiful basics that will compliment. Everything should be able to be worn together and look good. You want to make the most out of your wardrobe, and a busy lifestyle suits a capsule wardrobe perfectly. Smart sartorial choices will save you much money in the long run. It should also mean you don’t have to spend too much time to look good. Good choices mean you can just pull something on quickly and go. No mess and no fuss. This thoughtless outfit pulling will always keep you a step ahead of the competition and even if you’re a busy Dad. Options are key and neutral tones avoid and color clashes. Of course, a pop of color every now and again shows individuality; so don’t ever sacrifice that.

  1. Invest in good quality T-shirts

With so much fast-fashion available these days it’s incredibly tempting to buy often and cheaply. What you really should do is invest in key pieces that will last you a long time. When you spend a little more, you’ll look after things better and get much more wear out of them. T-shirts especially last longer when they are a better quality. Look out for bamboo cotton styles (they are super-soft) and make sure things are mix with a bit of viscose, for durability. The great thing about T-shirts is that you can choose any color that you love. Once you’ve found a cut that suits your shape, remember it and always go back to it.

  1. Have fun with hoodies

You off-duty, weekend wear can be fun. You can shake off the shackles of the week and office dressing and kick back a little. Once you’ve found a mens hoodie style that you just love – play with the look! You might want to try out styles that have a motif or an intarsia design. You could wear a hoodie to introduce color into your every day. It’s essential that your clothes reflect who you are as a person so try not to tone things down; be yourself!

  1. Get good jeans

It’s truly amazing just how good an excellent quality pair of denim jeans will make you feel. There’s nothing quite like a well-fitting style to instantly boost your confidence and help you feel good. Keep things classic and simple and look for designs that aren’t too decorative. You don’t want to spend a fortune on something that will go out of fashion super fast. A little bit of stretch in your denim will also ensure they’ll be super comfortable to wear.

  1. Go hell for leather

What man doesn’t look amazing in a beautiful, butter-soft leather jacket? It’s a design and style that has upheld fashion for years and it just never looks dated. Before you invest in leather pieces make sure it fits properly. It’s better if it is ever-so-slightly on the snug side, rather than the loose. Leather will mold to fit the shape of your body over time.

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