Choosing clothes turns into an impossible task for a man if he does not know the basic rules. In order not to spend several hours in the store trying on everything that is on the hangers, it is important to decide at home on the parameters of your figure, the purpose of the item and your type. You can’t ignore fashion trends so as not to look ridiculous. Of course, you can count on tips from the sales assistant, but it’s still better to come to the purchase fully armed.
So, let’s look at the most frequently asked questions: what clothes suit short, thin or overweight men, how to select a wardrobe based on color and style, and how to make an imperfect figure attractive in the eyes of the opposite sex.
To look decent, you need to soberly assess the imperfections of your physique and skillfully disguise them with the help of clothes. Of course, ideal forms are extremely rare, but in your hands the situation can be changed for the better. To do this, you need to create your wardrobe from clothes that can disguise existing flaws.
What to wear for skinny men
For thin men, stylists recommend choosing items with elements that visually add volume. But in this case, you need to observe the measure, otherwise a large number of patch pockets and folds will cause bewilderment to others. Efforts to hide thinness should not be obvious, so there is no need to combine all the decorative details in one suit.
When choosing trousers, you should pay attention to straight-cut models; this advice applies to both classic trousers and jeans. As for the jacket, it can be of any style, the main thing is its length, it should be to the middle of the thigh. A shortened model is fundamentally unsuitable, since it makes the waist even narrower and visually stretches the legs and arms. A double-breasted jacket with large buttons will help you gain several kilograms. Just don’t choose a model with shoulder pads, this will make the look look teenage. It is better to use small pads under the shoulders when wearing a blazer.
A stylish shirt, if it's the right size, should be in any man's wardrobe. When trying on, look to see if the clothes are hanging loose, but they shouldn’t be too tight either. For thin men, a model with a large collar is suitable, as it visually adds weight. Choose T-shirts so that they fit loosely, but don’t forget about the size. An item that does not meet your parameters will hang like on a hanger and inflate like a sail when the wind blows.
Knitted sweaters, especially those with a large pattern, can make your figure appear larger. For obvious reasons, you don’t need to buy models with a V-neck, as well as “growth” models. The compliance of your parameters and the size indicated on the label must be observed in any case.
Avoid clothes with vertical stripes, but other prints are desirable. There is no need to dress gloomily and monochromatically, especially in dark shades. Use black color to a minimum, as it visually elongates the figure.
What to wear for overweight men
Overweight men want to appear slimmer, considering extra pounds a big drawback. If you don’t have time for fitness training, choose clothes that can visually hide figure imperfections. In stores you can find things intended for people whose weight exceeds the norm, but you should not purchase them thoughtlessly. To look decent, you need to understand the details and remember which style of clothing is preferable and what fabric it should be cut from.
So, choose trousers and jeans with a straight cut without pleats at the waist, which add volume in this area. The fit is average, any deviations will make the protruding belly appear even larger. Avoid things made from corduroy and other textured fabrics right away; such fabric will visually make your figure even more voluminous. Extra centimeters will be added to the parameters and if there are patch pockets, these details should be discarded. If your pants have welt pockets, always keep them empty, otherwise you will make the situation worse.
When choosing a sweater, pay attention to the neckline. To make your torso slimmer and narrow it a little, there is a little trick: the neckline should be triangular. Avoid buying pullovers and sweaters made from thick knitwear or knitted with a textured pattern. The item should not be too loose, but you should also refrain from tight-fitting models.
Those who are overweight should wear single-breasted jackets that are tailored to fit exactly. Some men tend to think that they can hide extra pounds under larger clothing, and they turn out to be wrong. Stylists warn that things that dangle on the figure look ridiculous, and in addition, they focus attention on the shortcomings of the physique.
Vertical striped shirts will help improve the situation. A checkered or horizontal print can add volume, but in this situation this is extremely undesirable. If you like to wear T-shirts, buy solid models in soft colors. The image, if any, should be dim and located in the chest area.
When composing your wardrobe, give preference to items in dark shades; they make your figure slimmer. In the summer, you will hardly be able to do without clothes in light colors; in this case, buy things made from fabrics dyed in cool colors.
Accessories are an important item in any wardrobe, but it’s important not to overdo it. For example, a belt with a shiny, chunky buckle will draw attention to problem areas, so choose one with a subdued color scheme and no noticeable details. As for the tie, it suits well-built men, but its width should be optimal. Too wide, as well as too narrow, set aside. For a business suit, choose a medium-width model, it will visually make you slimmer.
What to wear for short men
Short men, whose height is below average, often worry about this and try their best to correct the situation. One way to appear taller is to choose the right wardrobe. To add a few centimeters, you don’t have to wear high-heeled shoes; you need to listen to the advice of experienced stylists. For example, choose things with a vertical print and avoid dividing the figure with a horizontal line (light top, dark bottom and vice versa). Combine trousers and a shirt so that they do not differ too much from each other in color; this technique will allow you to maintain proportions and will not take away such desired centimeters from your overall height.
When buying trousers, pay attention to straight or slightly tapered models. Wide jackets and clothes chosen a couple of sizes too large should be avoided. People around you will get the impression that you bought it “to grow” or that you are embarrassed by your short stature.
As for winter or demi-season outerwear, its length should be above the knee. Jackets and down jackets are suitable for short men; choose them to mid-thigh, they will perfectly complement the look in a sporty style.
Stylish accessories such as a tie can add height, but only if it is not too wide or long. Otherwise, others will associate it with a teenager who wants to appear more mature and has “borrowed” a tie from his father.
A separate topic is the choice of shoes. A “tractor” massive sole on winter boots is quite appropriate, because it protects from getting wet during snowfalls and slush. In addition, such a model will really add height to its owner. But in the summer, attempts to become taller through high-heeled shoes look ridiculous and should be abandoned.
What to wear for tall men
Tall men sometimes look comical if they choose the wrong wardrobe. To avoid this, it is important to emphasize the advantages of the figure without showing fanaticism. For example, shirts with narrow horizontal stripes can visually stretch a tall person almost indefinitely, so refrain from purchasing them.
But a large print on T-shirts is welcome, it can balance the parameters of the figure. First of all, tall men need to remember that clothes should be selected strictly according to size. If you were unable to buy a suitable model at a clothing market or store, use the services of a tailor who sews clothes to order. It’s better to have a wardrobe with few clothes that fit your figure well than to fill your closet with unnecessary things.
There is no need to blindly imitate fashionistas who wear cropped trousers. On tall men they look funny, as if they had to wear clothes left over from their school days. For the same reason, you should not roll up the bottom of your jeans.
We select clothes according to color scheme
A stylish look is, first of all, a symbiosis of wardrobe items in color. The inconsistency of tones in clothes or their harmony attracts the attention of others first of all, and only then they evaluate the overall style.
A man's wardrobe should not contain too colorful things; such an extreme is acceptable only for the Hawaiian look. In everyday life, it is better to stick to calmer shades so as not to cause puzzled looks. However, there is no need to combine a black business suit and a shirt of the same color; you will have a mournful look.
Many men prefer not to bother with choosing the right color combinations and dress in achromatic ensembles. That is, both the trousers and the upper part of the suit are designed in the same color, only its saturation varies.
But what should those who value beauty and style do, and also want to understand how to correctly intertwine wardrobe items with each other so as not to look like a motley parrot? First of all, you need to remember that men's clothing is dominated by five primary colors - red, green, blue, brown and yellow, as well as their various shades. White, black and gray are basic and can be combined with almost any of the colors mentioned.
Blue is most often found in men's wardrobes. Take classic jeans, for example; not a single representative of the stronger sex can do without them. Shades of blue are in harmony with red, white, and beige; it is used in both festive and everyday looks.
You need to be careful when matching blue jeans or trousers with yellow and green tops.
Red attracts attention, so you should not wear a shirt of this color on a figure with a protruding tummy, in which case it will become even more noticeable. Red trousers will highlight shortcomings, for example, not long enough legs, so exclude them from your wardrobe if you don’t want to be considered “shorty”.
Red should not take up more than half the volume in the image. A tie or shoes of this shade are quite acceptable; they are combined with gray, gray or blue.
Brown and beige dominate the wardrobe of many men. Natural shades always remain in trend; they are combined with dark green, burgundy, blue and others. Finding the right combination is not so difficult, you just need to try.
Yellow is considered a provocative color and is preferred by men who are used to being the center of attention. The bright shade becomes less harsh when worn with navy or gray.
Green, or rather dark green, is often found in men's wardrobes. And this is no coincidence; it looks harmonious with many shades. But light green looks ridiculous, especially if it takes up most of the image. This shade is acceptable in summer clothes, for example, T-shirts.
Green is combined with beige, white, brown, blue, gray; it makes the look relaxed, as it evokes associations with the military style. This color is also used in other images.
Selection of wardrobe items by style
Many men don’t even realize how many looks can be created from the clothes they have. They believe that there are only two styles - casual and festive, and stick to them.
Today, casual or every day looks are considered the most popular. It is characterized by an unexpected and elegant combination of wardrobe items that would seem impossible to combine. For example, a jacket with jeans or a cardigan with chinos. Casual is appropriate for both city walks and work, unless strict adherence to the dress code is required.
The style includes a considerable number of varieties, and elegant shoes must be worn (deserts, brogues, loafers). Converse or sneakers are allowed, but they must be perfectly clean and well-groomed. Trousers - jeans or chinos, a little less often cargo, can be worn with a tweed jacket or blazer. A cardigan will also be appropriate, but leave the classic business jacket for special occasions. Complete the look with a V-neck sweater and accessories (a waist belt and a watch with a strap that matches the shoes).
Outerwear for casual style is represented by a parka, leather jacket, sheepskin coat, and coat. The basic rule: it should look harmonious with the rest of the wardrobe.
Men wear formal and business attire on holidays and special occasions. A suit consisting of a jacket and straight trousers will always help, but it must be strictly in size. A bow tie or colored shirt is not always suitable; before wearing them, check the dress code of the event you are planning to attend.
Modern men, no less than women, want to look stylish and attractive. Today, fashion is a mixture of different styles that have appeared and developed over a very long time. Let's look at what styles are currently popular among men of different ages and social status.
Varieties
Office
Business and confident men often choose things in a formal style. Such outfits can be used not only for going to work, but also for everyday life. The elegant style is distinguished by extreme restraint in colors and high-quality cut.
This style often uses plain suits in combination with shirts made of high-quality expensive materials. A shirt with a stiff collar, complemented by a stylish tie, looks very stylish and impressive. Such looks are complemented with high-quality shoes, which also show a good sense of style.
Strict
For various official events and special meetings, you can choose an attractive outfit in a formal style. Men in such outfits look impressive and feel confident.
The main detail of this style is a spectacular tuxedo or tailcoat. To sew such dresses, high-quality materials are used - silk, satin, etc. The tuxedo is a simple black jacket complemented by crisp thick lapels. It is sewn from high-quality and expensive fabrics.
A tailcoat differs from a tuxedo in its cut. This men's suit consists of a jacket, shortened in the front and complemented by long tails. This jacket is complemented by matching trousers and a shirt with a vest.
Vanguard
Men look more unusual in things in avant-garde style. This movement originates in art. Its founder in fashion was the famous designer Pierre Cardin. He popularized unusual and colorful things among both men and women.
Things in the avant-garde style are distinguished by the presence of bright details and a touch of outrageousness. In this style there are no plain shirts or similar suits.
But fans of the avant-garde style should take into account that such outfits will not be appropriate in all situations. So, for example, a combination of a shocking shirt and a velvet suit will be completely unnecessary in an office environment.
Avant-garde style outfits are a combination of things that practically do not go together at first glance. Materials such as velvet and organza, suede and silk, silk and metal can be combined in one outfit. Such things look advantageous at various concerts and in other situations.
Street
Casual style looks are popular among young guys. Youth outfits are usually a combination of simple jeans with T-shirts, sweaters or sweatshirts. Urban style is extremely practical and suitable for study and everyday walks.
Smart casual
Smart casual combines certain elements of official and urban style. It can be called office-appropriate, despite the presence of everyday details in the outfits. In this look, ripped jeans and formal jackets with shirts coexist quite harmoniously. And classic trousers can be easily complemented with simple T-shirts.
This style gives men enormous scope for imagination. You can safely combine details of a business suit with street style items and still look fashionable.
Youth
Teenagers and young guys are usually impressed by street casual style items. He is very bright and spontaneous. Such looks are perfectly complemented by simple and comfortable shoes and bright accessories.
Sports
Another alternative option is a sporty style. Nowadays not only fans of active sports dress this way, but also those who prefer comfort to business looks. This style is characterized by simple knitwear, sports shoes and matching accessories. Many modern designers produce lines of sportswear and shoes.
Brutal
Young guys in leather jackets and ripped jeans are not a tribute to the fashion of the past. The brutal style looks quite appropriate even now. Such outfits are an excellent opportunity to protest against social norms without doing anything wrong.
English
Absolutely opposite to the previous one, the option is English style. It is distinguished by extreme restraint and the use of classic plain fabrics. English-style bows are suitable for both adult men and self-confident young guys.
Rock style
Along with the brutal style mentioned above, rock style is also popular among young rebels. It originates from the punk style, popular at the end of the last century. This style contains a lot of metal parts and unusual fittings.
Grunge
Outfits in the grunge style also look unconventional. This style arose as a protest against the glamorous style popular at the time. Young guys rejected the need to wear boring, monotonous suits, preferring to choose something simple and eye-catching.
Grunge style items were first introduced into the world of fashion by designer Marc Jacobs. He showed ripped jeans and rough shoes in his collection. This happened in the mid-nineties and since then such things have not lost their relevance.
Things in the grunge style that you can safely wear without fear of looking ridiculous include torn jeans, various shirts with scuffs or holes, faded T-shirts and sweaters. There should not be too many accessories in this style, otherwise the image will already be close to the boho style.
Everyday
In everyday life it is not necessary to look provocative and shocking. To look stylish, just choose a quality soft sweater or T-shirt and simple trousers or jeans. They can be either straight or quite loose.
American
A unique offshoot of the everyday is the American style. Most people associate America with freedom and street style. Baseball caps, caps, stretched rapper pants - all this belongs to this style. It also often features American flag prints and matching colors.
Safari
In a modern city, the bow of an African hunter looks quite unusual. Safari style is things in the style of Indiana Jones films. Here you can find cotton trousers, linen shorts, plain T-shirts and raincoats. The most popular colors in safari style are muted colors - beige, brown, olive, green, mustard. Very often, such bows are complemented with leather belts, wide-brimmed hats and original sword belts.
Modern safari style bows are, of course, different in many ways from what real hunters and adventurers wore. But, nevertheless, the theme of the African desert remains.
Hipsters
One of the most popular subcultures today is hipsters. Guys who prefer things in this style usually go against fashion trends. They prefer eye-catching items – vintage, bright prints, sweatshirts with reproductions of paintings, etc. – to items from the latest designer collections.
Hipster style includes simple jeans, plaid shirts, bulky urban backpacks and other deliberately casual details.
Club
Club-style outfits suit young party-goers. Bright color combinations and unusual decorative elements are quite appropriate in it. T-shirts and jeans can be decorated with rips, stripes and bright prints.
But, along with colorful things, plain white T-shirts, which have already become a kind of classic of this style, would also be quite appropriate in a club look.
Men's club suits look quite unusual. These outfits look stylish. This could be an unusual combination of skinny trousers with a bright T-shirt or jeans with a cropped jacket. Don’t be afraid to experiment, because in a club style all the bright details are only beneficial.
Dandy
The dandy style appeared in world fashion at the beginning of the nineteenth century. Its name literally means "dandy". Young people in those days paid a lot of attention to their appearance, choosing the most exquisite things - snow-white shirts, perfectly ironed suits and stylish accessories. A lot of attention was paid to jewelry - men carefully thought about which tie or scarf to choose for their suit. Wristwatches were also a popular accessory.
Steampunk
In the nineteenth century, the steampunk style was also popular. Such outfits had much in common with military-style bows. Such looks were based on suits of muted shades, decorated with voluminous fittings and accessories.
An almost indispensable accessory was headdresses decorated with so-called pilot glasses.
French
Things in the French style look very simple, but at the same time extremely elegant. In such outfits, a lot of attention is paid to the quality of materials. The cut remains extremely simple. In France, elegant jackets are often combined with jeans and regular sneakers. French style is the utmost lightness and spontaneity.
Victorian
Victorian-style bows are also a tribute to nineteenth-century fashion. Luxurious suits with fringe and lace collars look impressive and stylish. In everyday life they look unusual, but for a special event it is quite possible to choose a similar shirt or jacket.
Banditsky
In the nineties, gangster style was popular in domestic fashion. Showcasing luxury and pairing simple jeans with gold accessories looks pretty fun these days.
Nautical
On vacation, light cotton trousers, sweaters with thin white and blue stripes, light shirts and other items in a nautical style are appropriate.
British
British style bows look extremely conservative. The British are very picky about choosing high-quality outfits. Therefore, cheap synthetic items are inappropriate in this style. You should also give preference to simple conservative styles, which, at the same time, favorably emphasize a fit male figure.
Country
The democratic American country style is quite different from English. It is characterized by details such as wool suits, patterned sweaters, plaid shirts, classic blue jeans and brown hats. In this style, rough shoes would be appropriate, for example, boots with laces or leather derbies.
60s
The fashion of certain eras also deserves special attention. The vibrant fashion of the sixties was a combination of unusual fabrics with simple, minimalist styles. In the sixties of the last century, clothing gradually became more comfortable and practical, moving away from the classics.
70s
Over time, men's fashion became more colorful. This is confirmed by outfits from the seventies. The most memorable detail of the images from that time is the flared trousers. These pants were complemented with original colorful shirts.
80's
Outfits from the eighties look even more bright and shocking. At this time, tighter pants and soft leather shoes in unusual colors came into fashion.
90s
In the nineties, denim items came into fashion. At this time, shorts, jackets, jeans and even shirts made of thick denim were popular. You could often even find guys dressed entirely in denim.
Gangster
In the thirties of the last century, elegant men's suits were in fashion. The gangsters wore black and white outfits, complementing them with bow ties and stylish hats. Gangster style is also in fashion now. Such outfits look a little shocking, but still stylish.
Scandinavian
If you are tired of colorful outfits, pay attention to Scandinavian-style looks. It is characterized by maximum simplicity of styles and the use of light shades.
Cowboy
Like country style, cowboy style is popular among lovers of freedom and practicality. Western involves a combination of leather boots with plaid shirts and cowboy hats. In this outfit you will immediately feel the spirit of South America.
Korean
In Korean style, light suits are combined with plain T-shirts in pastel shades. One of its main characteristics is elegance. Guys in such outfits are very popular among young girls.
Romantic
Many people believe that romantic style outfits are created exclusively for girls. But this is far from true. Men's outfits in a romantic style are distinguished by multi-layering and slight carelessness. In this style, suits can consist of several parts - a shirt thrown over a T-shirt and complemented by a cropped jacket.
As for trousers, models such as skinny and riding breeches are most appropriate in this style. Very often, romantic-style looks are complemented with original accessories - neckerchiefs, unusual ties or scarves. Looks in this style are perfect for a date, going to the theater or restaurant.
Vintage
Vintage style includes items that belonged to world collections of the last century. Vintage - these are spectacular outfits that were either popular among guys from the twenties to the eighties of the last century, or imitate styles that were popular in the past.
Hippie
The hippie style came to us from the seventies of the last century. It is characterized by the use of natural fabrics and spontaneous patterns - ethnic or floral.
Biker
Biker style is a combination of genuine leather, metal rivets and chains. Such outfits can be complemented with decorative rips and cuts.
“Parrot” and “boring” are two extreme images that are obtained due to the inability to combine and combine different colors in clothes. It seems that solving this colorful puzzle is a task that not everyone can cope with. Nothing like this!
While some choose boring classic shades, others decided: “I’ll be the brightest!” and flaunt in colorful outfits, we will tell you how to correctly create bright combos. Here you will find exceptionally winning combinations that do not scare away, but delight.
Combining colors in clothes
The correct combination of colors in clothing is based on several “elephants”:
- choose a base color;
- we place accents;
- take into account the overall contrast;
- We select clothes that will not suit your face.
Choose a base color. Decide what color will be the basis of the image. Typically these include neutral black, gray or brown. Less often - white and blue. They go well with other, brighter colors.
The medium gray color has gained particular love among stylists because it looks good in almost any combination. It is very easy to choose a suit, shirt or jacket in the listed colors.
We place accents. Have you chosen a base? It's time to set the accents. They add charm and dilute monochromatic boredom. It is important to take into account the rule of three colors: this is the number of accents that should be in an ideal ensemble. Remember that this limit cannot be exceeded, otherwise you risk becoming a clone of a tropical bird. Want to create an outfit with fewer colors? Please!
The thing that is chosen for emphasis should be bright and attract attention. A lilac scarf, a purple tie with ornate patterns, yellow glasses frames - all this can be used, taking into account the place, time and other circumstances.
We select a combination that will suit your face. Most likely, you yourself have noticed that against the background of things of some colors, your face looks much better than when choosing others. Indeed, it is very important to be able to combine things of different shades so that they combine effectively. But it is much more important to select items of clothing in such a way that they highlight your face favorably.
Advice
Dressing well is not betting on people noticing what you're wearing. It's about making you visible and intriguing.
If you have dark skin, it is better to choose darker shades of any color; those with fair skin look good with lighter shades. However, make sure that the color of your top does not copy your skin tone, otherwise your face and shirt will merge and you will look faded.
Your personal contrast
To delve deeper into the theory of contrast and not drown in it, you should simply look in the mirror at your hair and skin color and evaluate how much they contrast. Stylists distinguish 3 types of contrast: low (light skin with blond), medium (light skin with dark brown hair) and high (light skin + dark hair).
If you are the type high contrast, you better wear bright things. Feel free to combine light with dark, choose clothes that themselves have high contrast, for example, clothes in blue and white or black and white stripes.
You have determined that your contrast low? Avoid things with the opposite contrast, otherwise others will notice them, and you will act as a background for your clothes. Therefore, the best combinations for you are “light + light”, “dark + dark” or things of the same color but different shades.
Medium Contrast gives more freedom in choosing clothes. But ideal combinations are also limited to the framework of “medium contrast”: light colors with medium-dark and dark with medium-light.
Moving combinations and combos
Don't have time to search for spectacular combinations? We give you a combo - the perfect combination of the color of trousers, shirt and shoes. In this case, it is not necessary to choose shoes to match the color of the trousers, but the top must be such that it contrasts with the bottom. Experiment! Below we have found for you several examples of successful combos that will look great on you in August:
- Black shoes, dark denim trousers, light blue shirt;
- Brown shoes, medium gray pants, black shirt;
- Dark blue shoes, black trousers, gray shirt;
- Gray shoes, white pants, light pink shirt.
Experiment, take into account the rules, highlight yourself, not your clothes. But most importantly, have fun trying different combinations. Then your image will be presentable, stylish and bright. Happy experimenting!
Ekaterina Malyarova
“If men nowadays are more serious than women, it is only because their clothes are darker”
Andre Gide
As a rule, most men are firmly convinced that the ability to dress correctly applies only to the weaker half of humanity - women, and the stronger sex, in turn, should not bother themselves with rags at all. However, this opinion can be called erroneous and the correct combination of colors in men’s clothing is far from a superfluous skill.
A modern man should strive to create a holistic, harmonious image that will please the eye and match the mood, situation, and also tell others who you are and who you want to be.
One of the main components of building style and the ability to dress well is a competent combination of colors. And the men's wardrobe is no exception to the application of color rules. After all, even expensive jackets, shirts and ties from the most fashionable designers will look great separately from each other, but will not create the desired effect in the ensemble if you do not choose the right color scheme.
Moreover, an unsuccessful combination of colors or an excessive number of them can create not only a faceless image, but also a repulsive one. We can fully call the correct combination of colors an art that anyone, even the most ordinary person, can master.
What should you consider when creating an image?
Choosing a base color
To begin, decide on a base color to base your look. Typically, the base color is assigned to a suit, shirt or jacket. Neutral, achromatic colors are chosen as the base: black, gray, white, brown or dark blue. Such neutral colors are very convenient as base colors, since they can easily and completely safely be combined with all other chromatic colors (even more combinations).
Color wheel to help
A color wheel can help dispel fears and doubts about choosing the right combination of colors in a men's wardrobe. Using this truly magical tool, you need to use colors in the following proportions: base color 60-70%, complementary color 20-30% and accent color 5-10%. You can achieve a harmonious relationship by using from 1 to 3 colors in one image; if there are more colors, then the integrity of the image may be scattered.
The easiest way is to combine monochrome colors, i.e. shades of the same color. You can also easily combine the main color and analogue colors that are on the sides of the base color.
To show that you really know how to dress well, complementary colors placed opposite the base color will help. However, in men's clothing with such contrasting combinations you need to be extremely careful, so it will be better if such a combination also includes a black or white separating color.
Basic color combinations
It is not always convenient to carry a color wheel with you to men's clothing stores. Therefore, you can focus your attention on a few basic color combinations that you can safely use in new looks again and again.
Khaki and green
Dark khaki or military green tones are combined very easily and naturally in men's clothing. This color combination will be ideal for spring and autumn. For example, it could be khaki chinos and a green plaid shirt, or a white T-shirt.
Red and green
In the color wheel, these colors are opposite to each other and combine simply perfectly in men's clothing. But despite the fact that these colors complement each other perfectly, it is better to avoid using their saturated shades. To prevent the image from being flashy, you can make the red or green color lighter or darker in tone.
Red and blue
If you want these two colors to truly work in tandem in menswear, it is essential that one color is always darker than the other. This rule will allow another color to take up more space in the image. It is imperative to strive to ensure that there is no competition between similar colors.
Yellow and red
This combination can be called the most complex, but at the same time the most effective. When combining these colors in men's clothing, you need to be very sensitive to the tone of the item. The same rule applies here as for the combination of red and blue. You can limit yellow or red to small parts of clothing.
For example, it could be a tie. If you have to combine fairly large items in two colors, then you can combine a red polo shirt with mustard yellow dark trousers.
The main rule for an impeccable appearance is to keep the ensemble in the same color temperature. Try to avoid combining cold and warm shades, as this visually creates a feeling of discomfort.
Confidence in important negotiations
If important negotiations or a serious business meeting are coming up, then it is better to choose clothes in cool colors. The most successful combination is a suit made of quality fabric in dark gray, combined with a white shirt and a black tie with elements of active red. Complete the look with black shoes and socks.
What to choose for going on a date?
If we are talking about a date, namely a meeting that may become fateful for you, then you need to use creativity, courage and ingenuity. You need to create the image of a conqueror - persistent and courageous.
You can position yourself as a calm, strong-willed, reliable man with intelligence using blue clothes, as well as its shades, ranging from blue to indigo. This color goes well with white, gray or olive. In this image you can conquer a woman who values family values and stability.
Dressing for a party
A party with friends allows you to relax and fully express your taste preferences, even at odds with standards and accepted norms.
You can choose colors for your image based on symbolism. Thus, green color evokes associations with cheerfulness and youth, yellow color is a symbol of optimism and happiness. The combination of these colors is probably the most harmonious.
Purple color is suitable for young people who want to especially emphasize their artistic taste and creative abilities. It is purple that symbolizes creativity, fantasy and rich imagination. This color pairs beautifully with white, muted greens and pearl grey.
Bright brunettes should have a real trump card in their wardrobe - white clothes. White clothes will create the most magnificent contrast with dark hair and dark skin.
How to look fashionable, stylish, confident and be successful with women? Rules of male style that every representative of the stronger sex over 18 years old should know.
There is nothing more tiring in the world than paranoidly following fashion. British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood said: “Buy less, choose better and do it yourself.” It is more important not to be fashionable, but to feel style. The men's magazine site will tell you the rules of men's style that every man over 18 should know.
20 style rules for men
1. Choose the right clothing size. Many people mistakenly wear clothes that are a size too big or too small. Know your measurements clearly and don’t let sellers slip you things that don’t fit.
2. Compare the color of your belt, shoes and bag. The colors must match or be close. It's better to stick to traditional colors: black, brown or gray.
3. The presence of a belly encourages you to choose a wider cut of trousers or pants.
4. It’s good if the shirt is lighter than the suit. This allows you to look slimmer, fitter and more athletic.
5. Do not wear a belt and suspenders at the same time. This is bad manners.
6. Large men should choose wide tie knots.
7. Choose neutral tones in clothes rather than flashy patterns. This will allow you to stay fashionable longer.
8. Do you like denim clothes? It's best when you wear jeans a shade or two darker than your denim shirt or jacket.
9. Don't forget that denim clothes shouldn't be washed often. To avoid color loss, just rinse it. Before washing, it is recommended to turn the clothes inside out.
10. The jacket sleeve should be short enough so that the shirt cuff is slightly visible.
11. The ideal color of socks is the color of your pants. But exact adherence to the shade is not required. Matching colors will visually lengthen your legs.
12. It is better to choose long socks. When you sit down in a chair, your bare leg may appear between the trouser leg and the sock. It's not beautiful.
13. It is better not to use white socks at all. As a last resort, go to the gym with white sports shoes.
14. Flip-flops are only good for the beach or pool.
15. Do not use bags that do not match the style. Choose a good quality bag instead of a regular sports backpack.
16. Short men should not choose loose-fitting clothes. She makes them lower.
17. Don't wear sunglasses on your head. This loosens the temples and the glasses will not fit well.
18. Cheap shoes are not savings, but madness. Don't skimp on decent shoes.
19. Monitor quality and buy few things.
20. Never pay too much attention to your clothes and style. The most stylish men are the ones who put in the least amount of effort and look a little casual.
Still from the film “Saint Laurent. Style is me"
