It’s not an easy task to get just the right balance to your wardrobe; the clothes to suit every occasion and then the shoes and accessories to complement your personal style. Of course there are the staples that if well chosen, will provide a great starting point for almost any occasion. These include some quality, well fitting jeans, casual and dress shirts, a jacket or blazer, some casual sweatshirts and a fine knit woolen jumper or two. These items are usually readily available in a range of colors to suit your personal preference. Getting these basics together (and remembering that occasionally, you will need to update them!) gives a man a great head start on having just the right thing to wear, no matter where you are headed. So that’s the basics covered right? Now it’s time to consider what you will add to these to bring out your personal style and individuality. Socks are a great way to make a statement – we have all seen that otherwise conservative suit or jeans and jacket in subtle colors and then noticed that the socks are outrageous! What an impact a little pair of socks can have. Some are brightly colored with cartoon characters, tartans or geometric designs – there seems no limit to what we guys will choose in the way of socks and it does say a lot about who we really are!
Other items that can really personalize your look are shoes, scarves and watches. They get noticed – there is no doubt; and the more subtle the rest of the outfit the more these items pop out demanding attention! So making discerning choices is the key to success here. Some great quality leather shoes, loafers, trainers in something other than plain black will add interest to your look. And scarves are not only warm and practical for those cold days and nights; they add a smart finish, whether in a finely woven knit or big bulky open weave wool. Indulge in a couple of these – you won’t regret it!
If you want to add a truly dapper finishing touch, consider adding a Pocket Watch from www.fobandco.com.au. There are some great options available to suit any style or taste; including traditional gold and brass, full or half hunter and of course, your classic Skeleton Pocket Watches. If you don’t want a formal traditional look, but prefer something a little edgier, these are a perfect choice and a great talking point. They are designed so that the outer casing is open to reveal the inner workings and sub-dials. A pocket or fob watch can be worn inside a jacket pocket or on a waist coat where the watch and chain are on display.
So, now that you are thinking about your wardrobe and whether it could use a bit of a makeover, keep in mind that less is often best. Choose a few really good quality items and fabrics that will last and keep their shape. Choose colors you enjoy wearing and remember, all the money in the world isn’t worth spending if your clothes and shoes aren’t comfortable. The more comfortable you feel, the more at ease you will seem to others and more value you will get out of the items you do purchase.
