Every man wants to look his best as often as possible. And yes, it’s true that guys have it a little easier than the ladies when it comes to the wardrobe. However, that doesn’t mean that it’s always a walk in the park. Men too find that the way they look is increasingly important, and it is a good idea to be prepared for all occasions. With that in mind, the logical question is this: what are the wardrobe essentials for the modern gentleman? Here we have a rundown of four of the most essential items that any man should have in his closet.
A Selection of Denim
Denim is everybody’s friend, isn’t it? You would be hard pressed to name an occasion on which some form of denim is not appropriate. Whether it’s a casual night out or a formal occasion, denim is always acceptable in one of its many forms. We are not just talking about jeans, either. The denim jacket is starting to see something of a revival amongst some quarters. Either way, it is a good idea to have a decent amount of varying denim in your wardrobe. That way, you can be sure that you will be safe for just about any occasion that might present itself in your daily life.
Shirts
Ideally, you want to have a number of different shirts in your wardrobe. But there is a secret hiding here: you don’t actually want to have all that much variation. Your shirts are a great way to communicate a certain style or theme to others. You want there to be a fair amount of consistency between them. Really, all you want there to be different is the colours of the shirts. Keep to bold, simple colours which are relaxed on the eye. Nothing too loud or over-the-top, just simple plain colours. You can’t go wrong as long as you have decent shirts.
One Good Suit
It has been said that if you wear a suit every day, you need at least two suits in your wardrobe. That is pretty solid advice, but surprisingly few men wear a suit every day anymore. What I would suggest is this: one really good suit, which you can wear for any formal occasion. If you manage to get one really good suit, and it is suitable for everything from a job interview to a wedding, then you’re good to go. If you think this sounds like an impossibility, think again. Tailored suits like those from Michael Andrews Bespoke often manage to achieve this level of functionality.
Decent Shoes
Again, a little variation is needed here, and for obvious reasons. You don’t want to wear the same pair of shoes every day, and you need a pair for special occasions. But really, that is your bare minimum. The days of women being the ones who hoard shoes are over. Men are just as likely to collect footwear – and why not? With so much variation on the market at such reasonable prices, you may as well build a collection.