They said it clothes make the man, but that’s not completely true. Yes, the way you dress can change how others see you (and even how you see yourself). But your outfit is incomplete if it is all you have. To really turn it off in the style department, you need accessories.
For years, men have had it a bit easier than women in the accessories department. Men tend not to wear jewellery, and expectations seem lower. Yet too many of us still have not crossed the line. A tatty, worn baseball cap and a tacky surfer bracelet do not quite make the impression you’d like, so let’s make a few changes. This is your guide to access.
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Watch and learn
If there’s one men’s accessory you should understand how to rock right, it is it: a watch. Sure, you can look at your smartphone to see the current time. It has several lamentations that’s called death from watches thanks to millennials who prefer to look at their phones.
But here’s the thing: it is never really been about telling the time. Watches, like ties, necklaces or other fashion embellishments, are all about that statement. When you walk into a watch store or dealer, particularly if you are going solo, you are trying to find something that represents who you are.
So familiarize yourself with watch fashion. You should know the difference between everyday watches, luxury watchsports watches, and smartwatches, and you must know when to wear them (hint: do not wear smartwatches until they start making more fashionable ones).
If you can only afford one fine watch, invest in as much as you can and wear it every day — it will become part of your fashion identity, which is great.
Casts a shadow
It’s sunny outside – what did you achieve? If you are still rocking those cheap sunglasses you bought at CVS or Rite-Aid on your trip to the beach last summer, it is time to make an upgrade.
Classy shades from brands like Ray-Ban are an awesome way to give your look some fashion confidence while catering to practical needs. They too better for your eyes than cheap. And high-end sunglasses can be teamed with anything from a swimsuit to a business suit. Your cheap CVS pair cannot try this.
That drip
Jewelry is occasionally seen as feminine, but it is 2019—it is time to stop living in the past. In addition to the watches mentioned above, you should consider bracelets, necklaces and rings.
Not all jewelery is gender neutral, obviously, and not all men look good in the same pieces. If you want a more masculine look, try chunky cuff bracelets, chunky rings, and chunky leather or chain necklaces.
But consider your own body and complexion when shopping. Would a less macho bracelet look out of place next to your big, hairy arm? Or is it the contrast that lets you get away with it? Try it and find out.
Do not exaggerate
Men’s style is not all the time the most impressive thing in fashion and design. But fortunately, modern men are starting to change that.
Thus, it is feasible to go too far the other way. If you are not Steven Tyler, Lenny Kravitz, or any other musician whose buried jewelery is part of the brand, then take this advice: accessorize casually.
Ignoring accessories is a bad move, but overdoing it can be just as bad. So follow the guidance of the legendary Coco Chanel and let go of one thing before you leave the house. With men’s accessories, less is more.
