Cardigans for Men for Stylish Fashion Look
For guys who are not the sports jacket type, a cardigan is a must-have wardrobe item. The beauty of a cardigan is that it is an all-season type of clothing item. When the nights become chilly in summer, a cardigan will come in handy. Cardigans have not really gone out of style but it was relegated to an old-man’s wear in the past. Recently though, cardigans have been included in the collections of many male fashion designers. This resurgence in interest for cardigans could have been inspired by celebrities who have taken to wearing this clothing item. Daniel Craig and David Beckham, considered male fashion icons, have been seen showing- off very smart cardigans and wearing it with flair and confidence.
The new cardigan is no longer used just to provide warmth. It has become a fashion statement for fashion-forward gents. They are worn to work or for an evening out on the town. It can be a casual wear or a formal wear depending on the color, design and the purpose for which it was worn. When worn with a shirt and jeans, a cardigan becomes a smart casual wear but when a suit jacket and tie are added, it becomes a great formal outfit. Versatility is what sets cardigan apart from the other types of clothing item such as a sports coat or a jacket. It is stylish at the same time very practical.
Cardigans are best worn close to the body. Wearing it in this manner lends to the wearer a refined and urbane look. It makes a man leaner as well. Baggy cardigans or cardigans worn over layers of clothing will make the wearer bulkier than he really is, and men don’t like that. It is believed that men who wear cardigans are comfortable with their sexuality and intelligent to boot. Photo Copyright of PR PHOTOS
Flexibility, The Ultimate Casual Fashion Rule for Men
An average guy will find himself hard put to compete with guys who may not be that good looking but have oodles of money to spend on clothes to make him get noticed. But in reality, guys do not have to spend much to look good particularly in a casual setting. All it needs is a few basic pieces plus the right accessories to fine-tune the looks he wants to achieve and provide a wide range of options in creating the looks. In other words, all you need are basic items and accessories for greater flexibility. Flexibility is the name of the game as far as men’s casual fashion is concerned.
The basics
For greater flexibility, you start with the basic casual wardrobe essentials such as trousers, jeans, button-down shirts and tees. Most of these items you most probably have already, but go through them since some of them may need upgrading. The secret is to keep your basics more contemporary or up-to-date. A pair of jeans you bought several years ago may no longer fit into the “current” trend. Build your updated basic casual essentials and from then on maintaining it will be fairly easy. Buying one or two item each year might be sufficient to keep you attuned with the times. With the right kind of accessories these basic casual wardrobe essentials can bring you from one style to another, place to place and occasion to occasion
Accessories
Once you’ve built your basics, turn your attention to accessories that will create the styles you want to achieve. These accessories will change your basics to fashion statements. Examples of these basics are belts, shoes, watches, hats, scarves, jewelries and even sweaters and jackets.
Take a plain tee shirt and jeans, if it’s the hipster look you want to achieve, then pair the outfit with Doc Martens or Converse sneakers, two hipster staples. Another hipster staple is a flamboyant belt – the more colorful, gaudier and excessive the better.
If you prefer the preppy look, throw over the same jeans and tees or tie around your waist an argyle or cable cold sweater and slip on a black leather loafer, with a chunky men’s watch for added accent, and presto! The preppy look!
How Fashionable Men Should Wear Colors
Men should not fear colors; in fact they should embrace it. A flair for colors is a great advantage to a guy. This will make his life not only colorful but truly exciting. Experimenting on colors is a great way to show- off one’s creativity and style it also is a great way to attract attention. Here are some tips on how men should wear colors:
• Wear colors for summer
Summer is the best time to experiment on colors. No one would blink an eye if you show up in the bright dazzling colors of summer. When choosing your colors however, make sure that the colors you have chosen flatter your skin and hair tone.
• Avoid beige shirts
Beige should not be worn close to the face, it is not a flattering color worn around the face. It is a boring and dull color.
• Ultramarine blue or French blue is your best option
Ultramarine blue otherwise called French blue is a rich blue color that flatters most skin tones. It is a great color for a dress shirt or a button-down shirt. You’ll never go wrong with this color
• Avoid bright colored socks
Colored socks are acceptable when they are either argyle or striped socks but never solid-colored socks.
• Keep colors close to the face
The best way to wear colors is for tops; tee-shirts, dress shirts, button-down shirts even ties to brighten up your look. Colors, the right colors will give a warm hue to your skin.
• Green is this season’s color
Green is the color this summer. it is cool, soothing and connotes growth, health and rebirth. There are so many shades of green that you can choose from to agree with your skin tone, emerald, beryl, grass green, moss green, Kelly green and more. Photo Copyright of PR PHOTOS
Socks Fashion Tips for Men
Socks Fashion Tips for Men
Unfortunately, some men think that just because socks are “hidden”, they need not bother much with their choice of socks to go with their ensemble. But socks are important to complete the look and it is not exactly hidden since socks peep out once a guy is seated or even while they walk. How off-putting and very disappointing to see a guy dressed up to the teeth in a dark dapper suit with white socks peeping out of the pants hem. There are not many rules with regards wearing socks but whatever rules there are, are important and need to be taken into account. Here they are:
White socks are not for every outfit
One of the biggest blunder men make with regards socks is wearing white socks for all types of outfit. White socks are only for sports clothes and for sports activities White socks are great for gym wear, jogging or running, or any outdoor activity but should never be worn when embarking on activities that does not require sweating. With jeans for an outing or picnic or a casual party, wear black athletic socks not white socks. The greatest blunder however, is wearing white socks with dark suits.
Wear dress socks with dress shoes
Dress shoes call for dress socks never athletic socks black, white or any other color. Athletic socks are made from thicker materials and have the tendency to bunch up when worn with dress shoes. In addition, athletic socks are usually grooved or ridged and destroy the sleek and elegant look of dress shoes. Dress socks are usually made from silkier, smoother and thinner materials that make it easier to slip a dress shoes on and off.
Harmonize socks color with pants
The color of your socks should be in harmony with the color of your pants not your dress shoes. Wear black dress socks with black pants, brown dress socks with brown pants and the same rule apply for navy and gray pants, better yet in a darker hue than your pants.
Formal Fashion Tips for Men in 2011
Formal Fashion Tips for Men in 2011
Who says fashion is only for women? When we say fashion, in this age it is not limited to women. Men also are part of the changing trends in fashion. We are not living in the old times where fashion is leveled to women. Wake up! We are in the century where all have freedom to express themselves, to do things they want and to achieve exquisiteness. All is fair in fashion!
Russell Brand Formal Fashion Style
Men fashion trends however is not like women who change very often. In 2011 we have seen lots of fashion trends introduced to cater men’s craving for added looks and attractiveness. Men who are into fashion know the thing they called “the neckerchief”. It doesn’t limit its function to a warmer; it’s very attractive and fits all clothing styles. There are varieties of colors to choose from and it can be worn dependent on your style and the persona you portray. You’re like going back to your youth with the neckerchief, playing with those colors to add up more fun and sleek look to your appearance. Fashion also introduced “the black tie outfit”. If you want to look like that adorable, executive, respectable kind of guy, this outfit is best for you. Aside from the neckerchief and black tie outfit, 2011 opens the door for trends like crop tops, Monokinis, floral prints and many others.
Men love for fashion has never stopped. Its search for new trends and ideas are continually manifested through the changes we see in the fashion industry. Fashion will always be there to showcase men’s beauty and charisma. Photo Copyright of PR PHOTOS
