Simple Fashion Advice for the Average Man

For the average Joe, form often follows function when it comes to fashion. Guys tend to wear stuff if it's comfy, so if it also looks good, that's icing on the cake. But while the "anything goes" approach to fashion is OK if you're lounging around the house, it can have a major impact on your romantic and social life when you're out and about. Here are some helpful fashion tips to help keep the fashion police at bay:
1. Choose clothes that look good on you
While it's important for clothes to feel right, they should also look right. So consider factors such as the size, color, design, and texture of clothing. This means that you might need to step out of your comfort zone. Consider issues such as your height, build, hair, and so on when choosing your clothing. Even if you're buying casual wear, keep in mind that other people will likely see you wearing it. So choose attire that highlights your fortes and minimizes your flaws.
2. Use stripes effectively
While you'll likely want to avoid buying dress suits with diagonal pinstripes, keep in mind the visual impact of wearing horizontal or vertical stripes. Horizontal stripes will make thin men look heftier, while vertical stripes will make hefty men look thinner. So if you need a quick fix to make you look thinner or heavier, then choose clothes with stripes.
3. Carefully choose colors
This isn't to say that men's outfits have to match perfectly in terms of their color schemes. But it's highly advisable that you be mindful about the colors of your clothes. Do some review about Primary, Secondary, and Complementary colors. Choose colors that complement your eye and hair color, skin tone, and so on. When choosing the color of your daily outfit, consider factors such as the season, weather, occasion, and so on. For instance, wearing bright clothing on rainy or overcast days can help to boost the mood of everyone who sees it.
4. Shop around
This will help you to find the right clothes at the right price. For instance, we often have the notion that designer fashion has to have a sky-high price tag. But in fact, you can find such clothing at lower prices. Look for sales, and shop at places such as factory outlets. If you're willing to spend some time and effort then you can find high-end clothes at rock-bottom prices.
5. Know what's hot and what's not
Yes, some clothing is timeless. You don't necessarily need to know the latest fashion trends from Paris or Milan. But you should know when thin or wide neckties are en vogue, and whether your polka-dotted jacket or bell-bottom pants will make you look like cool or clueless. One option is to hang onto certain fashion items and see if they'll eventually be fashionable again.
While fashion isn't a priority for many men, these above tips can help to boost your fashion sense. Just remember when you're buying new outfits or picking one for the day that clothes should not only feel good, but also look good.