The twenties of a man are one of the most fun times ever. A major part of it is spent learning, exploring and discovering. For many men, it is a critical time of their life. It is the time when they are trying to find their identity, understand how the world works and experience the dynamics of relationships. The twenties are also spent on one other significant thing, that usually goes unmentioned, fashion. Turn around and think back to your college life. Chances are, a significant part of your allowance went into jeans, shirts, jackets, shoes, sunglasses, and more. Great times indeed!
But as you grow older, the more you will need to focus on the finer details of your life. For starters, that whole carefree environment that you are comfortable with is soon going to fade. You are going to focus more on building a career. You are going to watch your expenditure and you need to think about starting a family. And the thing is, as you go about doing all this, you need to make sure to dress according to your age. The importance of dressing maturely is realized the best in a professional environment. The best way to communicate your maturity is with your attire. So here are some dressing tips for the thirties.
Shop for quality, not quantity:
Simply because quality clothes feel premium and last longer than cheaper ones. This not only saves you from the ordeal of buying clothes regularly, but it also ensures that your clothes look neat and tidy. Never risk compromising your style with pale and worn out looking apparel. Remember, quality speaks!
Give the experiments a rest:
Do you know why experimenting with your attire was considered ok when you were younger? It is because even if you messed up your fashion, the only ones who would laugh at your expense would be friends. But as you get older wardrobe mishaps can give you an unwanted reputation. While this may not sound like much, you may never know when it can make a difference in your life. Yes, there have been many instances where bosses have picked a well-dressed counterpart over someone.
Keep your physique in mind:
Some working-class professionals are highly motivated, they are obsessed with staying in great shape. But many of us tend to make a compromise. So watch what you wear. If you have been packing some holiday weight, stay off the slim fitting shirts and trousers for some time. Also look to dress according to your height. There is a certain kind of attire that agrees with your body type. Find out what it is and you will realize the difference it makes.
Get ‘Smart’ with your dressing:
Yes, you read that right. Look at dressing smartly. Try and add tailored pieces to your ensemble with every chance you get. Smart dressing signifies sophistication. It conveys maturity like no other men’s apparel. Blazers, tailored trousers oxford shirt, chino pants, brogue shoes, knitted pullovers must be your way forward.
Mix and match:
Try to bring the best parts of your casual and formal fashion together. Instead of wearing your jeans with a printed T-shirt, try it with a nice solid coloured shirt. Complete this look with Chelsea boots instead of sneakers. See if this works for you. Similarly, try wearing a blazer over a polo shirt and chino trousers with a pair of solid white sneakers. All of these ensembles make interesting style statements.
