Style tips for guys: 7 easy things to try

Looking to amp up your style, but not sure how? Here are some ideas to get you started.

1. Get your clothes tailored

Clothing fit is one of the most important aspects of style. Off the rack clothing rarely fits people’s bodies perfectly. To avoid looking shabby with ill-fitted clothing, spend a little bit of money on some key alterations. You’ll be glad you did.

2. Go outside your comfort zone

It’s all too easy (and can be dull) to solely wear neutral tones. While it may be the safe option, try having fun with patterns, prints, and vibrant colours, too.

3. Step into clean-looking shoes

Time to chuck out those ratty old sneakers (or at least bury them deep into the closet), and step into shoes that shine – a sparkling clean shine, that is. The condition of your shoes is essential to looking more put-together instantly.

4. Think about accessories

Details are everything – incorporate a coordinated belt, men’s jewelry like a bracelet or fashionable watch, a hat, or scarf to take your style up a notch.

5. Wear that suit and tie

When wearing a suit, match your lapel width to your tie width. Wide lapel, wide tie; medium-sized lapel, medium-sized tie; skinny lapel, skinny tie, and so on.

6. Copycat mannequins

People get paid a lot of money to dress those mannequins – the garments are layered, paired and coordinated perfectly. If you’re unsure about mixing and matching items, look to mannequins to get a sense of eye-appealing combinations.

7. Be yourself

While what you wear can help elevate your appearance, having the confidence to do you is the real secret to looking stylish no matter what the outfit!