How to Keep It Simple in Wardrobes for Men
Keeping a men’s wardrobe simple means choosing garments that can be mixed and matched to create a variety of looks. This will provide a selection of basic items that men can build upon, preventing cluttered closets and overpacking for trips. A versatile men’s wardrobe consists of neutral-colored casual, business-casual and formal wear that complements ties, belts, shoes and other accessories. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Tailored, single-breasted suit
- Long-sleeve button-down shirts
- 3 neckties
- Blazer
- Dark denim classic or boot-cut jeans
- T-shirts
- Sweatshirts
- Sweaters
- Sweatpants
- Warm-up pants
- Shorts
- Black and brown dress shoes
- Black and brown loafers
- Sneakers
- Black and brown belts
- Black and brown socks
- Dress coat
- Fleece pullover jacket
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Purchase a tailored, single-breasted black, charcoal grey or navy suit to wear at formal occasions such as weddings or for job interviews.
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Acquire white, black and light blue button-down shirts with long sleeves. Wear them under suits and to dress up jeans or casual pants, blazers and sweaters.
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Obtain at least three ties with distinctive designs such as stripes, paisley or solid colors that enhance the color of your suits, blazers and button-down shirts.
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Buy a navy blue or camel-hair blazer to pair with jeans or khaki pants for business-casual attire that you can wear on dinner dates, holidays or to semiformal events.
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Purchase dark denim, classic or boot-fit jeans. Wear jeans with a T-shirt or sweatshirt for a casual look and with a blazer or sweater for a dressier appearance.
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Look for casual clothing such as solid-colored T-shirts, sweatshirts and sweaters that you can layer together. Stock your wardrobe with sporty clothing such as warm-up pants, sweatpants and shorts.
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Buy black dress shoes to wear with a black or grey suit, and brown dress shoes to pair up with a navy blue suit or jeans. Choose brown or black loafers to wear with jeans. Purchase sneakers to sport with athletic gear.
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Accessorize outfits with matching belts and socks. Black belts and socks should be worn with black shoes and brown belts and socks with brown shoes. White socks are acceptable with sneakers.
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Purchase a black or camel-hair dress coat to wear over formal outfits and a fleece pullover jacket to wear with jeans and casual pants.
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