Men's clothing styles
The choice of clothing for men is associated not only with the size and type of figure. It is very important to decide on your own style that matches your age, status, lifestyle and personal taste. This can be quite difficult, because not everyone intuitively has the ability to mix things flawlessly. There are so many modern popular stylistic directions that you can get confused and confused. If it is not possible to turn to a stylist for help, you need to independently study the main directions and choose what is more to your liking.
Peculiarities
Men's clothing style can be both traditional and non-standard. Clothing for men is so diverse that you can find an option for any - the most original or demanding - taste. There are rules for choosing a style direction that can help you navigate this difficult matter. Consider the following parameters:
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status;
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Lifestyle;
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age;
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type of addition and height;
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temperament and character.
You can take as a basis famous people whose style is close to you, it is not at all forbidden to mix styles, eclecticism is now at the peak of popularity.
Another easy way to train "watching" is to regularly study fashion magazines and catalogs with clothes from the latest collections. If you combine all these details, you can learn how to create flawless outfits.
What are they?
To choose a style that is close in spirit, you must first study at least the main popular directions.
Office
This style can be called business or official, in a modern version it is quite presentable and status. The place of work here serves as a defining parameter, but in any case, the elegant image has never harmed anyone. Among the distinctive features are the restraint of colors, laconic cut, high-quality fabrics, classic combinations.
Traditional costume, shirt, classic shoes are the three main components of the official trend.
Street
This style is rather youthful and close to creative personalities. Its description is rather vague, since there are no special rules here. On the contrary, violation of the framework and norms is welcomed. A rather typical tandem - jeans with a T-shirt - also belongs to the street style, as does the combination of jeans + shirt + sneakers. A list of the main distinguishing features of this direction: freedom, comfort, simplicity.
In a street look, sports items are more than appropriate - comfortable, not hindering movements.
Solemn
This is the style of ceremonial events, which is not very appropriate in everyday life. The characteristic features also correspond: sophistication, elegance, severity. Traditional types of clothing in this direction are a tailcoat, a tuxedo, shirts made of expressive fabrics, such as silk or satin, ties, bow ties, dark shoes. The tuxedo differs from the tailcoat in clear lapels and the absence of long floors behind the jacket. Pants go tone on tone - plus a shirt and vest.
Grunge
This direction belongs to the rebellious, informal, it is the grunge that the fashion owes to ripped jeans, patches, flannel shirts, huge sweaters from someone else's shoulder, faded T-shirts, vests and T-shirts. Things that seem to have been in use for a very long time, with raw edges, holes, form the basis of the grunge image. This direction is characterized by layering, relaxation, bordering on negligence.The clothes are as comfortable as possible, the preferred colors are blue, dark green, black, gray, brown.
Rock
Rocker style is quite masculine, brutal. Rocker style outfits are imbued with masculinity through and through. Leather, jeans are used in huge quantities, the cut may differ. T-shirts and T-shirts with prints of famous bands, themed ornaments are welcome. Spikes, buttons, rivets, chains are often used as decorative trims. The biker jacket is the most striking representative of this image. Colors - black, gray, gray, white, red, green can be used. Shoes - from sneakers to Cossacks, rough boots and cowboy boots.
Steampunk
Steampunk is actually a stylization for the Victorian era, a very beautiful, romantic style with elements of gothic, futurism, vintage.
With a modern twist, the looks combine vintage details with rude mechanical ones.
It is important to think through all the little things. The color palette is predominantly gloomy, the sets are aristocratic and sophisticated, complemented by mechanical details.
English
This direction is chosen by real gentlemen. Sportswear, catchy colors of trousers, colorful wardrobe items are unacceptable in it. The clothes are mostly restrained, prim, respectable, the colors are calm, the cut is classic. The basis of the image is a woolen or tweed suit in a cage, herringbone. Shirts are preferred in monochrome, pastel or neutral colors. Ties and bow ties are often used. Instead of a blazer, you can wear a pullover, sweater, cardigan. Shoes - oxfords, chelsea, brogues.
Hippie
Hipster style first conquered the world in the 70s and periodically returns to the top of fashion trends. Clothing is preferable only from natural materials. Ornaments and patterns are relevant in motives of ethnicity, plant, animal themes, geometry. The cut is mostly comfortable, loose, things are simple and comfortable.
Scandinavian
This harsh direction is one of the most masculine, with a note of casual relaxation. The most important thing in this image is practicality, things are chosen functional, laconic. Minimalism is inherent in the Scandinavian model. The materials are most often natural: leather, wool, cotton, cashmere. Distinctive features are characteristic ornaments, layering.
Cozy sweaters are combined with shirts, jackets, vests, coats. The Scandinavian style actively uses sports things: hoodies, sweatshirts, sweatshirts, comfortable trousers. Shoes are as cool and very comfortable as possible, the colors are mostly calm: gray, white, mint, blue, brown, beige. Prints in stripes, cages, geometry of any plan, animalism are actively used.
Streetstyle
These images are based on the style of skaters from the rich in new directions of the 70s. The standard top of such an outfit is a hoodie, a T-shirt, a sweatshirt, a sweater. You can wear a jacket over the hoodie and T-shirt. Will fit perfectly into a set of windbreakers and jeans, coats, parks. Jeans with cuffs, chinos, joggers are suitable as a bottom. Expressive shoes will help to complete the outfit: moccasins, sneakers, loafers.
Chicago
The American style of gangsters of the beginning of the last century combines notes of unsophisticated luxury, courage and freedom. A three-piece suit in a dark color, a laconic striped or checked shirt, trousers with suspenders, patent shoes are a typical set of the image. You can buy a white suit for special occasions, you also need a hat, bow tie or tie.
Safari
The style of African hunters is one of the most relevant, regardless of the country of residence. It is well suited for creating casual outfits in an urban environment. Of course, attributes such as a gun and a cork helmet should be discarded. But cotton and linen shorts, trousers, comfortable vests, jackets, T-shirts can and should be used. Distinctive features of things in this direction are patch pockets, shoulder straps, rivets, a natural range of shades. Leather belts, a hat, a harness will complete the look. Safari elements have recently been actively used in business outfits.
Nautical
The classic of the resort image is the nautical style. Basically, clothes in blue, white and red are combined here, but beige, yellow and black are allowed. The strip print is one of the most relevant in the marine image, in general, all the attributes associated with the sea are actively included in outfits. These can be drawings of anchors, lifebuoys, inhabitants of the seabed, shells. Natural fabrics are used: from knitwear and cotton to linen.
Among the most popular things in this direction are elongated shorts, sailor suits, vests, pullovers, light trousers. Sneakers, sneakers, moccasins are most often used as shoes. White loose trousers and a blue blazer are a great respectable duo, which will perfectly fit a cap and a stylized watch.
Country
The style of the Wild West combines the style of farmers, cowboys and villagers at the same time. The aesthetics of this trend are quite masculine: checkered shirts, jeans, Cossacks and cowboy-style boots, characteristic hats. Color solutions are most often natural. Do not completely copy a cowboy's outfit - it looks strange in real life.
If the goal is not to participate in a masquerade, 1-2 atmospheric elements in the outfit are enough.
Jeans, a shirt in white or brown or plaid, a belt with a large buckle, a leather vest, boots with a pointed toe - all these things can be combined. It is better to wear a hat only for outings and barbecues.
Retro
This direction, perhaps, is one of the most diverse and voluminous, it has no clear features. Here you can use the styles of different time periods of the past, and they will all relate to retro. Vintage clothing and footwear inspire designers, and modern collections often feature items from the 20s and 80s.
The most actively used style is from the 70s. Characteristic features: double-breasted jackets, colored shirts, suspenders and scarves, hats, colored shoes.
The style of the 60s, where the style of the "Beatles" dominates, is also relevant. Turtlenecks, blazers, shirts with colored ties combine rock and roll audacity with English style.
Military
Military - the most brutal style, which is imbued with a military spirit and courageous confidence. Uniforms, sporty notes, camouflage and leather are characteristic features of the outfits.
Khaki is the main, but not the only color of this trend. Gray, black, brown, beige, blue - all these shades fit perfectly here.
The strict cut, copying the military uniform, functionality, originality is inherent in this clothing. This style is popular not only among fans of the military theme, but also among hunters, fishermen, and outdoor enthusiasts. You can emphasize a catchy outfit with a bandana, glasses, a massive bag, rough shoes.
How to dress fashionably?
Choosing the right clothes and finding your style is not always easy. Fashion is not the only criterion to be guided by. Things that are considered mandatory in any man's wardrobe will help to create your own unique image:
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pantsuit;
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White shirt;
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several T-shirts of different shades;
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dark jeans;
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a jumper that looks good with shirts;
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universal blazer;
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chino trousers;
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classic shoes in black;
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coat.
This set is the base, the base of the wardrobe, it can and should vary depending on your individual preferences. Coats, jackets, shirts, trousers can be absolutely in different designs: from traditional to informal. The advice of professionals and other methods will help you decide on the choice.Online programs created by professionals can help you choose your style. In them it is really possible to make a choice in favor of this or that thing, to adjust your desires and purchases.
Orientation to the body type will help to dress without mistakes - this is one of the most important conditions for a well-assembled image. Stylists highlight the main mistakes that men often make:
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choose a style that does not suit their lifestyle;
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do not take into account age-related changes;
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focus only on trends;
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they forget about the features and shortcomings of the figure, emphasizing the minuses and hiding the pluses.
In addition, there are mistakes that immediately betray a person who is far from impeccable taste:
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a combination of a tie and a shirt with short sleeves;
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shoes that do not match the image and style;
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too short pants;
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belt and suspenders in tandem;
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shoes and belt of different colors, textures;
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the tie is shorter or longer than the center line of the belt;
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fully buttoned jacket.
These stylistic mistakes immediately betray the lack of an idea of presentability, because it is important not only to choose things correctly, but also to wear them correctly.
Examples of stylish looks
Business style - the most conservative and classical, extravagant and contradictory things are unacceptable in it.
Creative personalities striving for eccentricity boldly choose street trends in clothing.
English style - one of the most spectacular and recognizable thanks to atmospheric details.
Country in everyday life it is very reminiscent of sports, the main thing is not to abuse hats and other catchy elements.
Grunge - the most careless and expressive option, which is chosen by people striving for freedom in everything.
Hippie style - it is, first of all, bright details, naturalness and comfort. Hipsters are very recognizable among other non-standard personalities.
The desire to stand out from the crowd leads men to fusion direction steampunk... It is a mix of gothic and mechanical details.
Brutal military chic perfect for the everyday look of a courageous person.
Formal wear, as a rule, is used only for its intended purpose - for a holiday.
To compose popular rocker images, they most often use black shades.
Those seeking originality may like american chicago style - chic and expressive.
An outfit suitable for travel and beyond implies comfort and practicality. That's why safari destination is so popular.
Scandinavian image cozy and laconic, there is nothing superfluous or provocative in it, everything is maximum functional.
Streetstyle Is a great way to stand out from the crowd while still looking elegant.
Marine direction suitable not only for resorts. A bold combination of fresh colors will help create something unusual for a weekend outfit.
Vintage look - one of the richest in experiments, details play a very important role in it.