Men’s Classics Never Die
Unlike women’s clothing, male clothing is subject to far fewer style changes and choices and some classics never fade from view. There are a number of male styles and pieces that never go out of style. These mean that a man can make a number of different outfits from a very limited number of combinations of clothing pieces. So, what are the essentials for a male wardrobe and how best wear them?
ShoesIts best start from the bottom up,
and when we say bottom we mean the shoes. There are a number of male style essentials that are always wearable. One of these is the traditional Oxford shoe. This simple but effective shoe is ideal for anything from formal occasions to even casual wear. This versatility means that it can be worn across the board and is one of those items that it is best to make one good and quite expensive investment in. A good pair of leather soled shoes will last a lifetime with a little care; some polish, resoling and some shoe trees and will repay you in years of wear from the most casual to the formal.TrainersFor casual everyday wear around the house a good pair of canvas trainers in the Converse , available at M and M Ireland, or the SuperGa mould holds true also available at M and M. These simple but well engineered canvas shoes are stylish, versatile and also very comfortable. You should be able to get long term wear from either of these.Converse Chucks are fantastic in simple block colours and are classics for a reason. The slightly different shaped Italian SuperGa offers a comfortable and simple shoe that will suit a similar purpose.JeansThere is no doubt that you get what you pay for from jeans. The more you spend the better shape they will keep generally – a prime thing with a pair of trousers. Levis offer a classic style and also numerous cuts of jeans, from the classic 501 to both boot cuts and slim jeans.Purchasing jeans is an investment as they can be worn in anything from the most casual of circumstances to smart casual occasions. The blue jean is always a classic and will generally go with most types of clothing. Diesel also does excellent, high quality jeans that you will get what you pay for. These jeans also come in a range of styles, colours and offer a comfortable and stylish experience.JumpersThe V Neck jumper is always a classic. This jumper can be teamed with a collar, a t shirt or a shirt to offer a very versatile solution to a number of different occasions. Block colours from top quality designers are always long lasting and offer a answer for nearly any occasion.Ralph Lauren does beautiful wool knit jumpers that will last a long time once they are treated well. Hand washing is one of the essentials in keeping one of these jumpers in the best possible condition; lay flat to dry and brush to clean. M and M Direct offer an excellent selection of classic jumpers for all needs.ShirtsEveryman must own a white and a blue shirt – these are the two essentials of shirt wearing. Collars obviously differ, though the styles remain the same through the ages and should be accompanied by the proper knot.The point collar is the most popular and also one of the most versatile. This collar frames the face nicely and is the most versatile sort of shirt collar. Other styles include the button down collar and the wide spread collar, the latter of which should be worn with a thin face. The button down collar is an option for all face types and is a great way to maintain style while not wearing a tie – always ensure it is buttoned up as it is a stylistic error to wear a shirt like this with an open neck.The above style advice can all be teamed together to create a good casual look for most people. Just be aware of colours and things should be more than fine.
