Discover These Casual Dressing Basics Today

By Jimmy Cox


Is your concept of casual dressing and clothing tips focused on wearing loose t-shirts and pants, baseball caps and flip-flops? Times are changing fast and so is fashion for men. Be open to new ideas that define such concept. Looking good during dress down activities may sound unusual but definitely not unimportant. In fact, it can work for your advantage for whatever reason. Perhaps, you will be attending a parent-teacher conference or meeting a potential client in a sports game. Then, you must dress relaxed but be sure the authority or respect factor is not sacrificed.

Obviously, this practice is the exact opposite of dressing up formally. It requires simple clothing that exudes style. In connection to this, classic polo shirts in solid colors or dual tones are most welcomed. Striped or multi-colored polo shirts will do so long as they don't hold wild prints. For your bottoms, dress pants are the best choice. Nonetheless, you can go for denim pants that are dark colored. Stay away from wearing faded jeans. Do not forget classy shoes to match with your casual dress shirts.

What about trends? Are they accepted in this kind of dressing? Yes, they are. However, trendy clothes fit only a few males and they are in style for a men's dress shirt for a period of time. You might end up spending more than what your budget can afford when you follow them. Instead, buy pieces which are suitable to your figure and personality and which you really like. Modesty aside, no matter how deeply you like a logo shirt, keep it out of your list for casual clothing. They are not fit to be worn in events like the above-mentioned. More so, you don't want to be mistaken as a representative of the company whose logo and tag line is in your shirt, right?

While paying for branded pieces are to be considered, do not be addicted to buying them. There are branded clothes which do not look stylish despite their costs. Choose branded clothes for their quality or their design and not for the designer's name that they spell. Sophistication is key to effective casual dressing, not the brand. Having the right fit is another factor to consider. Many of men's clothes these days are in slim cut. Before joining the fad, inspect first if slim cuts suit your body well. If they don't, choose other cuts that define your figure. Stay away from tight clothes. Clothes which are almost hugging your body are the ideal ones.

Although your aim is to look good and be a level higher in the way people in your circles dress, refrain from getting overdressed especially when people in the ranks will be attending the same, say, company event where you will be going. Getting noticed is great but being the center of everyone's attention would be inappropriate.

To improve your skills in casual dressing - that includes not overdoing things - fish for comments from your trusted friends. Do you have anyone in your circles who is good at it? If yes, do approach him for some ideas. You can also refine your style by experimenting. Mix and match the pieces in your wardrobe and inspect how you look in them. More so, groom yourself at all times. Shave and get your hair neatly done.




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