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SOME MEN cut a dash wherever they go. They stand out at family functions, funerals and formal social occasions. They are described as being well dressed or dapper. Everything they wear looks good on them. trousers. It is advisable to wear shades that are com Others just do not make the grade. They break plementary to you closest to your face. the commandments of fashion all the time. They choose styles that do not suit them, mistakenly believe that cheap always means cheerful and opt 5. Use accessories to add a finishing touch. for novelty looks in the foolish belief that they are These can make or break an outfit and are an ideal making a statement (they are, one that screams fash way of revitalising dated pieces or adding pzazz to ion disaster!). this season's favourites. Belts add style and should If you are tired of being a clothing catastrophe ideally match your shoes. If you are wearing a and want to get your image right, then autumn is the watch with a strap, it should match as well. The perfect season for you to showcase your new look. same applies to briefcases. The bright and breezy summer styles are gradually Classy scarves look great with winter coats and disappearing from the shops to be replaced by the umbrellas are another option too although most men richer hues of autumn. So, now's your chance to tend to shy away from these, except golfing ones. make that first move and develop a trademark look. Discreet cuff links or gold watches always look It will be worth your while. About 55 per cent of well, especially when worn with a tailored suit first impressions are based on appearance, such as how you dress, grooming and body language. 6. Keep abreast of changing trends. There is a What are the golden rules for dressing well and world of difference between being a fashion victim how can you get it right season after season? Fust, and wearing clothes that are current. Looks change remember you do not need to be a slavish follower seasonally so it is important to remain up to date. of fashion. Trends come and go and if you make a You can achieve this by buying classic clothes habit of emulating them you will end up out of which will not date or lose their appeal. Then, all pocket and with no identity. you have to do is update your image each season by While you cannot buy style - it really is a mix investing in the latest accessories, such as shoes, ture of what you wear and how you carry yourself shirts, ties, even shades if you want to go that little you can make smart sartorial decisions which will bit extra. ensure you look good. You do not need a fortune to end up on the best dressed list - although most of those who do have tidy sums tucked away - all that's 7. Dress for the occasion. This not only shows required is an ability to maximise your good points, respect for the company you are in but also ensures a flair for mixing and matching which will extend you will feel comfortable wherever you go. If in your wardrobe and a keen eye for accessories which doubt about the dress code, ask. Many invitations will revitalise jaded outfits or add panache to the now include this detail as a matter of course. If you season's newest looks. Don't feel that you have to are not attending a formal event, then smart casual don a suit and tie to look well or that everything you may be the line to take. A shirt and trousers always wear must be from designer stores. looks good and you can bring along a jacket which will add a formal touch if needed. Before you begin your fashion makeover, take a long, hard look at yourself in the mirror. What you see may come as a bit of a shock. Have you put on 8. Shop to suit your lifestyle and career. These weight, is your colouring paler than before or is determine much of the clothes we wear. If your job your posture bad? The latter will add years to you demands that you wear a suit, then you will need and will destroy the good impression which you several in your wardrobe. While a good label is hope to create with your new sense of style. advisable, the fit is even more important. Make sure it hangs well and that it is comfortable to wear. Cast a ruthless eye over your current wardrobe Avoid suits with a high linen content as these will with a view to discarding anything that does not crease easily. measure up (if something shrank in the wash, is frayed or simply does not suit you, get rid of it. Singer/songwriter Bryan Ferry- the epitome of style. Charity shops happily accept clothes in good condi 9. Take care of your clothes. There is no point tion). your face shape, neck height, shoulder width, leg not fit well when you try it on, leave it back. If you spending a fortune if you are going to fling your length, and foot size tend to remain the same. All find a shop or brand which has clothes that fit you clothes on chairs or worse still on the floor. Get some wooden hangers or solid plastic ones and hang you have to do is learn to choose the most flattering perfectly, shop there. It will save you time and 10 S T E P S T O S T Y L I S H clothes for your body type and complexion. Wise reduce the number of bad buys or fashion mistakes your suits/shirts on these. Get your clothes drychoices should highlight your assets and diminish in your wardrobe. If you are taller or smaller than cleaned or sponged and pressed regularly to freshen DRESSING your less positive parts. For example, if you are the rest of the male population, you may need to them up and extend their life. overweight, steer clear of horizontal stripes because enlist the services of a good tailor to get your they wdl make you look bigger. If you have a small clothes altered. 10. Develop an eye for bargains. Unlike women, 1. Don't mimic others. Being stylish is all about waist, you will look good with a belt and your shirt most men shop only out of necessity, not for the finding a look that suits you and sticking to it. Don't tucked in. If you have narrow shoulders, opt for a 4. Co-ordinate to create a complete look. sheer pleasure of it. So, they miss out on vital bar be swayed by fashion fads or looks that flatter other jacket with padded shoulders or if you have skinny Ideally, the colour, pattern and fabric of your clothes gains. Time spent window shopping or browsing people but do not feel right on you. You don't need legs, don't go for figure hugging jeans. Tailored should co-ordinate. The colours should complement during the sales is time well spent as you may bag a to fit a certain mould, have your own identity and trousers will look much better on you. your eyes, skin and hair colour. If you have dark cut-price suit or jacket. With many shops offering this will become your signature. hair, opt for navy, black, red, and white. Pale shades, seasonal reductions throughout the year on various 3. Buy clothes which fit properly. This is what such as beige, cream and khaki usually do little for lines, it pays to be a smart shopper. 2. Know your body and dress accordingly. makes the difference between looking OK and look men with strong colouring and features. If you are Unlike fashion which changes with the seasons. ing wonderful. Don't compromise, if something does really keen to wear one of these colours, wear it in