Are you man who doesn’t know much about fashion or what is appropriate to wear at work? Well, that is completely fine because many men have the same issue. A lot of men never learned much about dressing themselves because they became accustomed to wearing whatever their mothers dressed them in as children, or what their girlfriends or wives pick out for them. If you can relate to this, you can still learn a few things on what to wear and what not to wear at work.

A tailored suit is something every man should own if he works in a professional environment. A proper fit, shape, clean lines, and structure are essential to suits. They give the impression that the man wearing it is a hard worker and is organized.

Consider suit colors as well. A smart idea is to stick to basic colors. Medium to dark shades of blue are good color choices. Gray, tan, brown, and black also are appropriate colors. Colors that are too bold are not suitable for work. If you wear an orange, purple, or red suit to work, chances are people are not going to take you seriously.

Suit patterns are to be considered also when choosing a suit. One fashionable pattern is pinstripes because they make men look stylish and put together. Texture that is subtle on a suit is also fine. Loud patterns should never be worn. Polka dots and color blocks should be avoided because they are not appropriate for the workplace.

You must also take into account which shoes to wear. You would never wear flip flops to work. This rule also applies to causal shoes like sneakers and sports shoes like tennis shoes. A nice loafer is always in style. After all, wearing a brown boot does not exactly say to employers ‘promote me.’

Choose the right accessories as well. Most men wear watches while at work. One variety to avoid is wearing a men’s sport watch, which doesn’t belong in the workplace. Watches that are brightly colored or that have cartoon characters on them, no matter how memorable or cute they are, should stay out of the workplace.

Try classic time pieces instead that are sophisticated. A leather watch will always look good with a suit and it’s simple. They can be worn casually and professionally and therefore are a good investment. Never over-accessorize, being simple is important.

If you follow these simple tips, you will be fashion forward in the workplace. No longer will you have to rely on others to dress you. You can be as stylish as your boss.

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