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Happy weekend!
Today there is the biggest braai event in Zimbabwe and I am sure most guys are going to enjoy every bit of it.
So guys really have it easy when it comes to clothes.
I’m sure there are many men reading this article right now who are shaking their heads and rolling their eyes at what I’ve just said. But, come on now guys, you have to admit that because your options are fewer, it does kind of make it a bit easier to choose what to wear and especially what to shop for.
While ladies have everything from skirts, dresses and shorts to all sorts of tops and shirts, guys basically only have pants, shorts, T-shirts and shirts.
Yes, of course, there are the outer layers like jackets, jerseys and blazers as well.
However, there are still men who will get to a clothing store and not know what to buy or simply buy all the wrong items.
If you’re wanting to put together a great wardrobe, you need to know what your basic styles are.
Here are four items all men should have in their wardrobes.
The white shirt
If you don’t own a crisp white button-down shirt by now, then you need to drop everything you’re doing and head out to the shops immediately. A good quality white shirt will take you from a business meeting to a dinner date. You can dress it up or down.
Besieged a white shirt, a white T-shirt is as essential. Stick to classic round-neck, pure cotton T-shirts with no prints. This might sound like an obvious item for a guy to own, but you’d be surprised how many men don’t own a really good quality white T-shirt.
A classic navy blazer
One way to dress up that essential white shirt is to throw a navy blazer over it, another item that is so versatile. Besides wearing it with a button-down shirt, you could pair it with a white round-neck T-shirt for a more casual look. It works well in winter over a turtleneck.
A pair of jeans
A perfect pair of jeans should be a staple in a man’s wardrobe as it’s one of the most versatile items you will own. Jeans can be worn smart or incredibly casual and everything in between.
You can never go wrong with the flexibility of a dark-wash indigo denim, as you can move effortlessly from the office to the restaurant.
Essential footwear
When it comes to shoes, there are two items that are must-haves. A great, simple pair of leather white sneakers. Nothing over-the-top like chunky sports shoes or funky hightops. Just something classic that will not date.
While white sneakers are casual, they are a much smarter option than colourful sneakers and can be worn with jeans, chinos or shorts.
A pair of good quality formal black shoes. This is a no-brainer. Once again, keep it simple. Keep it classic. And don’t compromise on quality.
On co-ords
Co-ords have come a long way to become socially acceptable. From a slouchy outfit to gaining a bona fide status in the menswear world, this lounge-wear is the best style statement to wear nowadays.
To create a modish look, co-ord set is the most comfortable and chic and can be worn from parties to drive-in dates.
The best way to style is to keep it simple and accessories minimally. Ashutosh Sirohiya, senior designer at Snitch, shares five different tips to style co-ords for men:
Accessorise with chains, bracelets, and glasses
Co-ords come in various assortments such as flower print, one solid colour, animal print, and so much more.
It’s recommend selecting minimalistic accessories for a balanced look to best carry the co-ord sets with busy prints. When you choose to wear one solid colour co-ord, it’s fun to complete the look with large and dramatic accessories.
Shoes that suit the co-ord set
You can style your comfy and stylish co-ord with the shoes that suit to make it a chic style statement.
If you want to amp up your style game, then pair a simple patterned co-ord set with sneakers, solid and dark coloured co-ords with trainers, dye-printed co-ords with buckle strap open-toe flats, and funky printed co-ords with Hawaiian slippers.
Go for small or handy bags: Instead of letting your pants sag with the keys, phone, charger, ear buds, and all your accessories, choose to go modish with small or handy bags.
Bags like messenger, cross body, beach, and gym bags are designed to give stylish room to all your everyday essentials. Remember to choose the right bag depending upon the place you are visiting and the occasion you are wearing the co-ord for.
Layer with an over shirt and jacket
Layering is a four-season look, and it’s always recommended to define the layering first to see how it interacts with your co-ord set. T-shirt co-ord with knee shorts or pyjama can be layered with an oversized shirt or jacket.
Layering with a contrasting coloured cardigan or knitwear in winter will add warmth to your look and will go well with the look.
Keep it untucked or partially tucked
Simple rule to abide by before you decide to untuck or partially tuck the co-ord shirt- maximum style or optimal comfort. Quickly scan the hem of your shirt. If the hem is even, untucked is the best way to go.
If the hem is uneven, it’s meant to be tucked/partially tucked.
Not every time scanning the hem helps you decide it. You can also check the fabric.
Untuck the shirt if the fabric is bulky or stiff (denim, wool), and you can partially tuck the shirt if the fabric is light (linen, cotton, satin). —IOLNews.
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