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Find out about all the men’s wardrobe essentials trending in 2023.
The key to always dressing good and looking very well-kept is a versatile wardrobe. You do not need to go all out and spend hundreds and thousands of dollars to fill your wardrobe with the most stylish items of clothing and accessories. All you need is to invest in some men’s wardrobe essentials. But what clothes and accessories are considered men’s wardrobe staple? Well, to answer that million-dollar question, we have curated a complete guide on everything a man needs in his wardrobe to look good. Continue reading to find out what you need to buy:
Button-Down Shirts
The button-down is not short of impressive variety and diversity, comprising endless colours, fabrics, and patterns to choose from. Plus, button-downs can be worn year-round with tons of different outfits for all sorts of events. It is safe to say that they are every men’s wardrobe staples. Let’s take a look at all the types of button-downs you can get your hands on:
Gingham
Gingham is a mid-weight checkered-in-white pattern woven from blended yarn or cotton and is mostly worn in spring or summer. Do not confuse it with plaid, as gingham is white and combined with other colours, and it has equally spaced lines. Being a very “busy” pattern, gingham is difficult to pair with other clothes, so the safest option is black gingham. Maintain simplicity and cohesion by not going overboard with a lot of distracting patterns.
Chambray
Chambray is a kid of plain weave cloth with a white weft and coloured warp, which gives it a speckled look. You can get it in a variety of colours, but the most common colours for men, according to mens style guide, are grey, light blue, and grey. For mens basic wardrobe, any shade of grey or blue will do just fine and also look good with a band collar and a nice pair of pants.
Linen
Linen is made from flax plant’s fibres and is extremely laborious and expensive to produce, but it is the best fabric for hot weather. It makes up a large proportion of men’s wardrobe must haves for summer and spring, including pants, bags, and shirts. Another plus point that linen offers is breathability, especially when it is extremely hot out there. Even though it wrinkles quite easily, it is the right fabric to combat the scorching heat during the summer.
Oxford
Oxford is a basket weave cloth that’s neither too heavy nor too light, and is a fabric you can rely on to fit in every style. The oxford cloth button-downs are the rage when it comes to men’s fashion essentials, and you can get them in all types of patterns and colours. It is everyone’s favourite fashion accessory because you have so many colours at your disposal, including neutral, plain colours, such as white, light green, and light blue, which are the easiest to wear and pair than busier patterns.
Flannel
Flannel is a soft woven fabric made from cotton or wool and is the best choice for anyone who wants to effortlessly pull off a casual look. However, it is way too casual for ties, but it still doesn’t sacrifice style for comfort, so it has got you covered. Flannel too comes in every colour imaginable with red flannels being the most common ones, and you can never go wrong with them. But keep in mind that flannels are usually made in large boxy fits so look for the size chart before placing an order.
Outerwear
Outerwear comprises all sorts of coats, jackets, vests, flip jackets, and top coats, etc. You can mix and match according to your weather conditions. The spectrum of outerwear is quite large, which makes layering them an easier task to do, especially when it is far too cold to even step out.
You can layer your outerwear over sweaters or Henleys to stay as warm as possible. Here are some amazing types of outerwear that you can add to your wardrobe:
Cotton Parka
Parka is a broader term for a hooded coat. You can get a parka that’s thick and heavy or opt for one that is lighter like a cotton one. Parkas are a major part of Scandinavian fashion, and it acts as an exceptional layering piece of clothing that complements knit sweaters with boots and chinos.
Denim Trucker
Denim truckers are not everyone’s cup of tea however they are one of the most worn and most fashion-forward men’s wardrobe essentials. You can fit a denim trucker into a lot of outfits and wear it formally or casually, however you want.
Bomber
Bombers gained a lot of popularity in 2020 and are still on the rise as they give the perfect streetwear-esque look. You can get them in a range of material, such as wool, nylon, leather, and cotton, etc. They are perfect for casual settings. If you want to make bombers a part of your classic men’s wardrobe essentials, then go for a nylon jacket.
Peacoat
Originally made for sailors in the 18th century, peacoats are characterised by double-breasted fronts and broad lapels. The ideal material, to look for when buying a peacoat is, a wool blend, as models made from 100% wool lack structural integrity. Some of the most aesthetically-pleasing colours in which you can get yourself a peacoat are grey, navy, black, camel, and tan. In other words, a peacoat is an eternally stylish piece of outerwear that does a superb job at keeping a person warm.
Field Jacket
Field jackets were originally modelled after the jackets made for soldiers, and they come in all kinds of styles. Perfect for the rugged aesthetic, field jackets look best when paired with boots and denim. The best colour to get yourself a field jacket in is green, and it can add variety to your wardrobe. However, beware that they can be on the pricer side of the spectrum.
Bottoms
No outfit can be completed without an equally nice and stylish pair of pants regardless of your style of outfit. Be it a casual look or a formal one, you need these staples in your life and wardrobe:
Chinos
Chinos have to be the best type of pants to ever exist. They are totally effortless and effortlessly chic, at the same time. You can pair them with a simple white t-shirt and still, everyone will think that you dress good and put effort into your outfits every morning. When buying chinos, aim for a slim-fit but do not go too skinny and go for neutral colours, such as grey, khaki, and navy, etc.
Jeans
I think it’s safe to say that almost every man in the world owns a pair of jeans. However, the old-fashioned acid-washed boot cut jeans that are lying in the corner of your wardrobe as you read this are not what you want to wear if you want to be stylish. Modern slim fit jeans are trending at the moment and for a basic casual look, they are the best option, especially in black.
Sweaters
Sweaters don’t just provide warmth and comfort, but also they complete outfits with a flawless finish. You can wear sweaters casually and formally, however you want, but try to stick to neutral colours, such as beige, dark grey, navy, heather grey, and black etc. Here are some types of materials and styles that you must buy for yourself:
Wool
Wool is one of the most used fabrics for making sweaters after cotton. It comes in a wide range of varieties, including Shetland, merino, and lambswool. Wool is super warm, but it can also be very itchy at times, so the best way to ensure utmost comfort is by wearing a shirt underneath a woolly sweater. Just do not forget to wear a shirt whose colour does not peek through your sweater.
Cable Knit
Cable knit sweaters are the ideal choice for people who want to achieve that chunky look with skinny jeans. Apart from giving off the chunky appeal, they are also capable of keeping the body extremely warm, and you do not even have to worry about styling them because their texture defeats the need for a pattern. Buy yourself at least one cable knit sweater, so your wardrobe has some type of variety in it.
Accessories
Now that you all the men’s wardrobe essentials that you need, let’s finish off your outfits with some chic and aesthetic accessories. There are so many accessories that you can add to your outfit, the choices are endless, but let’s just focus on a few mandatory ones:
Shoe Trees
We consider shoe trees a part of men’s wardrobe staples because they help keep footwear in shape and prevent creases from developing. Plus, they get rid of the odour. Even though they are not absolutely necessary, they are still a good thing to invest your money in, especially if you own a pair of expensive boots or shoes.
Bracelets
Even though bracelets are not the most important accessories, they are still a very fashionable part of every mens style guide. They have become quite popular since 2020, and almost every guy on Instagram is wearing them. However, do not go overboard with them, and fill your arms with loads of bracelets, instead stay minimal with a bracelet or two. Pair them with a watch or a band and that is it.
Leather Belts
Pants usually have belt loops and those loops need belts to fill them up. So, invest in leather belts and look for something sturdy and durable. It is as simple as that. Expensive belts are better than cheaper belts because the former can actually last for years. And you can get just two of them – one in black and one in brown.
Conclusion
That is it for our take on men’s fashion essentials that we believe every man out there must own in order to look well-kept and organised. Pair these pieces of clothing and accessories together. Experiment with them and try mixing and matching to come up with awesome cool outfits that will earn you compliments from everyone. So, what are you waiting for? Go and buy these men’s wardrobe essentials for yourself.
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