Masculinity is back in style. It’s no longer essential to work hard to look trendy or chic. Both women and men alike are glad to see the return of the rugged, rakish look. It’s a look that just about most guys can pull off, too. Whether you’re fit, a little more husky, or even a little leaner, you can use the right tools to pull off the look like you just came from a day sawing down trees.
Add a little shape to that face
If you’re reading this, then you’re likely aware of just how much beards have come back into fashion. But there are a lot of guys getting this aspect of the rugged look wrong. You want to toughen up your image, but that doesn’t mean letting your hair grow out and make you look like a caveman. Take the time to tame your facial hair a little. Tidy and even it by trimming it. You should consider using beard oil to keep it more manageable and even keep it from getting messy with crumbs and debris.
Look ready
The line between rugged and disheveled is the idea of utility. Your clothes should make you look more like you’re ready for a day of work than a lifting session at the gym. Choices like Dickies work pants and a good pair of leather boots can give you that look. Don’t be afraid if you cause a little wear and tear or leave a mark on your gear, either. It adds story to the clothes and adds a little authenticity to it. That’s not to say you should be stomping through fields to get that mud encrusted look. Just be aware that you don’t have to care about every little detail.
Add some bulk to your profile
If you’re on the smaller side or you’ve got a little chubbiness, then the right choice of outerwear is able to add a lot of definition. One of the current fashion trends that will actually do you some good is the Shearling jacket. The trim adds a decent definition to your build, while the texture goes along well with the work-ready clothes you’re wearing.
Fit the clothes
The best way to wear the look mentioned above is to ensure that it doesn’t look unnatural on you. This isn’t about build as much as it is about how you carry yourself. You want to look effortlessly confident and like you’re able to handle whatever’s thrown at you. So, your body language can’t be reserved, it can’t be small and awkward. It will make you look like a child in an adult’s outfit. Make sure you’re mindful of your posture, keeping yourself straight. Learning proper posture also has the added benefit of keeping your back in better shape as well as making you look confident.
Even if you never leave the city, the rugged look carries masculinity almost effortlessly. Just make sure you’re not crossing the boundary from masculine to boorish. Wear it with class.