If you ask the experts from InStyle magazine, they will tell you that fashion is self-expression. But if you’re one of the many men out there who’s still figuring out the right way to express yourself through your clothes, the magazine’s editors have these five style tips to help you get started:
1. Understand your body first
You will be overwhelmed with all the wardrobe choices out there, but remember that not all of them will look good on you.
So, if you ask fashion experts, the first rule of thumb for dressing well is to understand your body. The trick here is knowing your assets and flaws, so you know exactly what to highlight and hide.
Take your measurements and keep those numbers in mind when shopping for clothes because when clothes fit you well, they look good on you.
2. Don’t rush
Fashion designers, models, and stylists will tell you one thing: dressing well is a skill. That means knowing what shirt or trousers to wear doesn’t happen overnight.
In fact, it’s a constant trial-and-error with brands, cuts, colours, and patterns before you finally get the perfect formula for your body.
So instead of just giving up and sticking to what you already know, be a little more adventurous with your style.
Don’t rush and trust the process. You will make some mistakes along the way, but if you take note of what works, you will find the right style for you in no time.
3. Take inspiration
If you have a wardrobe full of neutrals and you want to spice things up, take inspiration from styles you like.
Men don’t browse through magazines and make Pinterest boards as much as women do. But if you actually try, you will find a lot of inspirations that will help you identify your personal style.
Chances are, you have that one personality—a model, athlete, musician, or celebrity—who you like fashion-wise. Take inspiration from that and build your wardrobe from there.
4. Find the right brand for you
Although measurements are general, fit can still look different for brands. So if you notice, some celebrities and models have that one or two brands that they really go to for the key pieces in their wardrobe.
That’s because those brands create clothes that really fit their body type. You can do the same and save a lot of money on the wrong clothes.
In fact, a stylist once said that wearing clothes that fit you well will actually solve the majority of your style problems.
5. Invest in classics, not trends
Trends are good because they make you feel that you belong. But that’s just what they are—trends—and before you know it, they’re gone.
So, if you don’t have a huge budget to work with, try to invest in classics instead. For instance, that colourful bomber jacket may look good, but going for a classic black leather jacket that you can wear with anything will be more worthwhile.
