Dressing well has become an essential aspect of modern society. To succeed in business and in life, it is important to exude the confidence and charisma of the fashionable while emphasizing your unique style and individuality. To help you develop your own personal style, we offer seven tips on how to choose the right clothes and accessories to build your dream wardrobe.
First, assess your current wardrobe. What do you love and what could you do without? Which suits, blazers and shirts do you wear over and over again? Which accessories are your favorites? Why? What colors, patterns or textures do you prefer?
Second, lay out your favorite outfits and consider what they say. Are you James Bond – the ultimate tailored debonair or James Blunt – laid back and cool? What do you want to say? Do you want to be compared with Pharrell or Jay Z? Who is your style star? What do you want to say with your look? Your style ambition is the key to developing your own distinctive sartorial personality.
Next, imagine what is missing. If you prefer mostly navy and black, consider expanding to include brown or charcoal? If your men’s suits are mostly two piece with peak lapels, why not add a double breasted or three piece to your collection? We recommend the exceptional and elegant Classic Gunmetal Grey three piece men’s suit.
Fourth, always choose quality over quantity, fit over fashion. A custommade suit or men’s dress shirt might seem like an extravagance but they are really more of an investment that can serve as foundational pieces for your wardrobe. Start with what makes you feel comfortable in color, texture and pattern and build on it by adding slowly and with expertly tailored clothes.
Fifth, choose accessories wisely. Never try to match exactly your tie and pocket square. If you want to appear trendy, use accessories rather than investment pieces to connect with the latest fashions. Accessories can also add personality and individuality to an otherwise classic look.
Sixth, don’t forget the importance of shoes. Clean, well-polished and properly fitting shoes are a must.
Seventh, don’t be afraid to experiment or go outside your comfort zone. You may not be an expert in sprezzatura but you can still try a new look, a paisley tie or unbuttoned shirt front to get a feel for how small changes can add up to a more individualized look.