Neckties have been around since thousands of years ago. It was during the reign of China’s first emperor when historians unearthed replicas of the ruler’s terracotta warriors and found that they wore large bandanna-like cloths around their necks. Thus, the world’s earliest neckties were conceived.
Nowadays, neckties are favored by males from a variety of occupations. From skinny ties, broad ties, knotted ties and ties that are made from a wide array of materials, most executives now cannot imagine a world where these pivotal fashion accessories for men do not exist. Many women cannot comprehend why neckties are so important to men but the fact remains that men treasure their necktie collections as it is a symbol of who they are and even professions are. It is part of their identity, and psychologists have even concluded as a result from numerous researches that neckties may even represent the male ego. Read the rest of this entry »
Much ado is often made in discussions surrounding men’s fashion about neckwear, blazers, dress shirts, and leather outerwear – often at the expense of understanding the rest of a gentleman’s wardrobe. Not only are well appointed and properly fitted pants and footwear extremely important to the overall look and image of any particular outfit – they are integral to your comfort throughout the day!
Considerations of Colour
Whether they be dress, casual, corduroy, denim, or any other fabric – pants are ultimately the most flexible and important part of any man’s professional wardrobe. Pants anchor the look entirely, setting the tone of the wardrobe conversation and immediately setting in motion the overall feel of any particular outfit. For example, corduroy pants imply comfort, a relaxed feel, maturity, and a sophistication not normally found in denim. Fine wool dress pants, on the other hand, send a signal of refinement, class, and high style.
Socks should, whenever possible, match the pants they will be worn with – the major exception being of course with denim, in which case they should either be navy (as worn with most blue jeans) or tan (as worn with brown shoes). Important to keep in mind when considering matching socks to pants is that they should preferably be within range of the shade of the pant fabric without being too much the same. For example, a nice chocolate coloured argyle print sock with blue accent colours might be an excellent match for a pair of tan or bark coloured casual pants coupled with a french blue sportshirt. Read the rest of this entry »
Selecting the Best Style and Fit of Clothes for the Office
Along with the suit and tie, the dress shirt is the main article of clothing that creates the proper look for a businessman. Dress shirts vary by style, size, fit and features.
Choosing a Dress Shirt Style
Under almost all circumstances, a dress shirt for business that is worn with a tie should have long sleeves. In some offices, or outdoor work sites, short sleeves may be appropriate. Look at the example set by your supervisor and respected colleagues. If these people wear short sleeves, then it may be okay in that situation…
When dressing to impress, do not follow the standard of the office non-conformist. Sleeves can always be rolled up if necessary.
Collars come in different styles, usually a normal pointed collar and a spread collar. Spread collars are newer and show a contemporary fashion. The spread accents the tie, and therefore look better with a wider tie. Some shirts have different color collars than the shirt which appears bolder.
Long sleeves are closed by straight cuffs with buttons, and French cuffs that require cufflinks. French cuffs add more flair to the look, but may be too fashionable for a more conservative setting. Read the rest of this entry »
Men would always want to look smart and well respected. In this aspect, there are many things that can contribute to such impression but there is only one that can make an imprint of one’s personality- the suit. Men’s suits have long been recognized to have a magnanimous effect to the wearer. Not only it makes the wearer professionally looking but projects the bearing that will last a long time. Two men may be wearing the same suit but these two men have definitely a different effect to the audience. But how can you make the impression favorable to you?
The venerable houses of fashion make a comeback with the classic men’s suits. Peaked lapel, double breasted men’s suit would definitely not only fit a businessman but that of traveler whose fashion would make a difference. An Epsom double breasted men’s suit has a classic range of pinstripe with the prestigious material of Merino wool defining the comfort that you crave for. The jacket’s classic half-canvas construction ensures that the double-breasted and two-button piece would make a superb shape and drape and maintains it with ease. An Epsom suit would be the best suit that you need if you want an impression of classic and yet intelligent style. Read the rest of this entry »