Rules to Fashion

6 Important Men’s Rules to Fashion

Every man has asked themselves about matching their socks with their boxers or their shoes with their belt at some point or other in their lives. So here is a list of six important men’s fashion rules to live by which should at least clear up some confusion about what goes with what. No need to see Uncle Arthur matching bright red and yellow  argyle socks with his fluffy red and yellow Whinny the Pooh Sweater.

Always Match Your Belt With Your Shoes. This is a good rule to follow and it keeps things simple. It’s best to stay with traditional colours such a black, dark brown or a rich tan. Other colors may be difficult to match, and generally speaking, should be avoided if your not a fashion forward male who has graduated to the upper tiers of style. If you wear sneakers every day that probably means you are wearing jeans in which case I suggest trying a belt made of fabric or something equally as casual, but please avoid dress belts with jeans and sneakers. If you wear suspenders, don’t wear a belt and suspenders together, it’s one or the other.

Matching Ties and Shirts. For a while the solid-coloured shirt with a tie of the same (or slightly-off) colour was seen everywhere. This look ha snow transgressed and evolved. Mixing things up a little and experiment with colours. Expressing yourself by wearing stylish, tasteful ties is a great way to express yourself. You can’t go wrong with diagonal stripes, modern polka-dots, plaids and subtle patterns. Just make sure your tie compliments your shirt, suit, sweater or what ever you will be wearing it with. Novelty ties are best avoided since the novelty is short lived.

Note: Ties should be tied in whatever style most strikes your fancy. You should know that there are many different ways to knot your tie, and different knots say different things. I prefer the Windsor or the four-in-hand, but we do suggest that you explore a little, you never know you may find another knot which you prefer. As for clip on ties… just say no or don’t get caught.

Pleats vs. Flat-Front. Why so many men have avoided flat-front trousers has always been a mystery. Flat-front trousers look better than pleated pants most of the time. Pleats make you look less slim is the general consensus we have heard. I have heard guys wear pleats because it’s more comfortable or because flat-fronts are more for athletic bodies. Truth is most men can wear a flat-front trouser. If you want more room then buy them a size bigger and have them altered. This can be done at the store where you buy your clothes or by an independent tailor. And lastly, flat-font trousers are much more fashionable.

Match Your Socks with Your Pants. The more official rule on socks is that they should match the colour of your pants, though preferably not the exact same shade unless, of course, you are wearing black in which case it’s okay. However, socks with patterns, such as stripes in various colours are acceptable fare but do try to match your socks with your pants and shoes regardless. There is a slew of shades, colours, patterns and styles of socks out their. Don’t be scared to express yourself within reasonable boundaries .

Note: This may come as no surprise, but white socks should be reserved for the gym.

Whats in a Watch? Watches are the single most important accessory a man can own.
I really suggest investing in one good watch that suits your lifestyle and taste. However, if you are someone who likes to own more than one watch, wear the appropriate timepiece for your outfit: black band with black shoes and belt; brown band with brown shoes and belt; and silver band for either. See our Men’s Watch Guide for more in depth advice.

Eyeware is an Accessory. Eyeglasses are one of the few ways you can really express yourself. If you wear spectacles then having a few pairs in different styles would be a good idea. They don’t have to just serve a function, but can enhance your overall look. Do your best to find a pair of glasses that not only compliments the shape of your face, but also expresses your personality. Ask people who wear glasses for a place where you can get good advice about what shape and style looks best for your face shape and features.