So, you've decided it's time to change your wardrobe and take care of your style. Where does men's style begin and how to choose clothes individually?
- Think about your desires.
First, decide where you are going to dress: for work or for a fun event. To a club, to a restaurant or for a trip to a country house. How you should look: strict, elegant, impressive, respectable, romantic, original or conservative.
Think about how it is undesirable to dress; and in no case what problems you solve and what impression you will make on others. Let me remind you that people are greeted by their clothes, no matter where on the planet they live.
- What is your environment like?
What kind of life do you lead? What goals are you pursuing? Who surrounds you? What environment do you find yourself in most often and how do you feel comfortable dressing? If you work on the shop floor, you won't need to dress smart casual. If you work in an office, a suit is your work attire.
- Check what clothes you have and what color they are.
You may have already purchased classic items of clothing. For example, a dark blue suit or classic black shoes. In this case, supplement your wardrobe with the missing items.
- Determine which color suits you.
Determine your appearance color type and color shades. They should match the color of the skin, hair, eyes. The colors and shades should suit you.
- Analyze the features of your appearance.
Determine your appearance style. The style direction that suits you.
- What is your figure?
Determine your body type. Advantages and disadvantages of height, shoulders, proportions. Consider options for visual correction of your figure by selecting models and types of cuts for jackets, trousers, and knitwear. Consider textures, colors, patterns and color combinations.
- Follow men's fashion.
Every season there are new stylistic solutions that designers come up with. By purchasing a new collection, you will refresh your personal wardrobe.
If you decide on the first three points yourself, then we will help you with the rest.
How to determine the color type?
Color type is a combination of natural colors of appearance (eyes, skin, lips, hair, eyebrows) according to the unity of shades:
- Cold - bright and contrasting;
- Cold - pastel;
- Warm - tender;
- Warm - bright and muted.
Characteristics of appearance “Winter”
- Hair and eyebrows: dark, black.
- Eyes: dark or bright (brown, blue, light blue).
- Lips: dark, cool shade;
- Face: dark, light.
The “Winter” color type uses cold and bright shades in contrasting combinations in its palette.
Characteristics of appearance "Summer"
1 type:
- Hair: ash, platinum with gray pigment, blond.
- Eyebrows: with a gray tint.
- Eyes: blue, gray, green, brown, mixed (gray-blue, gray-green, gray-brown).
- Face: light, with a gray tone.
Type 2:
- Hair: from light brown to dark brown with gray pigment.
- Eyebrows: with a gray tint.
- Eyes: blue, gray, green, brown or mixed (blue-gray, green-gray, gray-brown).
- Lips: pink, cool shade.
- Face: white.
The “Summer” color type uses cool shades in its palette, which are transparent and muted. Also those that contain gray pigment.
Characteristics of appearance "Spring"
- Hair and eyebrows: wheat, straw with a reddish tint.
- Eyes: light, blue, gray, green, brown, mixed.
- Lips: light pink.
- Face: with a reddish tint.
- Thin skin, freckles.
The “Spring” color type uses warm, delicate and bright shades in its palette.
Appearance characteristics “Autumn”
- Hair and eyebrows: chestnut, bronze, brown, red.
- Eyes: brown, tea-colored, marsh, green, blue or mixed.
- Lips: bright.
- Face: dark, olive in color.
- Skin: thick, freckles.
The “Autumn” color type uses rich, bright or muted warm shades.
To present color combinations and color types, look at the infographic.
Psychology of color
Each color affects the psychological state and mood. Some colors attract attention, others repel. The color of the clothes we wear creates a certain psychological feeling for those around us about our presence.
By understanding the meanings of colors, manage impressions and create the image you need.
- RED – energy, dynamics.
- ORANGE – holiday, fun.
- YELLOW – positivity, communication.
- GREEN – vital energy, awakening.
- BLUE – calmness, regularity.
- BLUE – self-sufficiency, confidence, publicity.
- PURPLE – magic, magic, mystery.
- BLACK – leadership, style, conservatism.
- GRAY – businesslike, inconspicuous, calm.
- WHITE – purity, triumph.
- BROWN – home warmth, comfort, earthiness, peace.
- PINK – tenderness.
- PURPLE – luxury and wealth.
- AQUAMARINE- originality.
Styles and trends of men's clothing
Style is an idea expressed in visual form through the elements of a costume’s composition (shape, lines, color, pattern, details, texture). Each style has its own characteristic types of clothing, shoes, bags, socks, glasses, hats, jewelry, as well as characteristic fabrics, types of leather, and fur.
All these styles can be found in a person’s appearance. You just need to take a closer look. Connected according to the principle of similarity, all elements of the costume composition and the person’s appearance (natural appearance features) harmoniously support each other, creating a complete stylish image.
Classic style
Characteristics of style: restraint, elegance, seriousness, conservatism, traditionalism.
Types of clothing, details: suit, shirt (shirt), tie, shoes.
Classic style - strict geometry of lines, shape-resistant fabrics, thin stripes in prints, ties of one color or with diagonal stripes.
Casual style
Characteristics of style: convenience, practicality, comfort, originality, ethnicity, folklore.
Types of clothing, details: knitted pullovers, cardigans, slacks, jackets and checkered shirts, boots, moccasins.
Casual casual style - natural fabrics, stitching details, functional elements, patch pockets, and other decorative elements. Folklore patterns, patchwork, weaving, embroidery.
How to determine your body type
Once you know what body type you are, choose the shape and fit of clothes that will highlight your strengths and eliminate your weaknesses. This is important if you are buying a classic suit for yourself.
Inverted Triangle
Rectangular type
Italian, English and German cut suits suit this figure. They visually enlarge the shoulders and are made from shape-resistant fabric. It is better to choose trousers with a straight cut and one or more pintucks.
Round type
This figure is found in overweight men who transfer weight to the abdominal area. Often this type of figure is found in men with an athletic build with a wide neck, back and shoulders.
Men feel comfortable in loose American-cut suits and Italian jackets with one or two buttons. We recommend low- and medium-weight fabrics, knitwear, and semi-lined single-breasted jackets.
Hourglass
Almost any suit will do, but it is better to take a closer look at the fitted English classic suits. A jacket with two buttons and a vent at the back is desirable.
What should a man look like? Men's style - video
Modern society dictates requirements for the appearance of both women and men. This is not so much about office dress codes, but about a call to reveal individuality in a harmonious combination of internal lifestyle and external appearance.
But men often find themselves helpless when trying to keep up with the spirit of the times and look stylish. Difficulties are caused by the variety of styles, as well as the cunning of women who managed to adjust most of the trends to themselves, leaving men with very little room for maneuver.
A strict wardrobe style reveals a businesslike and confident man. Formal outfits are suitable for work and everyday life. The main requirements for office items are elegance, restraint in colors, and high quality cut.
The office men's clothing style is associated with plain suits in classic tones, accompanied by shirts made of expensive fabrics. A standard set is a tandem of a white or light shirt with a well-fitting jacket, pressed trousers, and polished shoes. The size and cut of the jacket and trousers must match your figure.
It is recommended to attend formal events in a black suit, and go to a business meeting in dark blue or gray. We must not forget about the main accents of the image: watches, cufflinks, belt and scarf. Accessories must match the overall look.
Street
All modern men's fashion is based on street style. This is a fusion of the characteristics of many styles, so learn to combine different types of clothing to create the appropriate look.
The central idea of the style direction is the comfort and practicality of clothing. A basic street wardrobe consists of a pair of jeans, t-shirts, sweaters and sweatshirts. Baggy ones fit into the image, embodying freedom and ease.
Streetwear is characterized by layering. To achieve this, pair a tank top or t-shirt with an open shirt, bomber jacket, jacket or cardigan. Complete the outfit with jeans or long shorts.
Replace jeans or chinos with branded sweatpants with an elastic waistband and rolled-up legs. Complete the look with sneakers and a loose T-shirt.
Solemn
For special occasions and official receptions, there is a fashionable men's style, characterized by sophistication and rigor. The image is built around a tuxedo or tailcoat made of expensive quality materials such as silk and satin, a shirt with a tie and dark leather shoes.
Tuxedos are black jackets that are distinguished by the presence of clear, thick lapels. Unlike a tuxedo, a tailcoat has a more specific cut - a jacket that is shortened at the front and has long tails at the back. The outfit is completed with matching trousers and a shirt with a vest.
This style is called classic, and its main advantage lies in its versatility. Formal style will always be relevant, because the success of a correctly chosen outfit creates a powerful impression.
Sports
To create a sporty look, you will need loose, movement-free sportswear. A casual wardrobe stylized with a sports theme using appropriate paraphernalia and symbols is also suitable. Such clothing personifies dynamism and convenience, and has long been liked by adherents of comfort and practicality.
The sports-style wardrobe is represented by knitwear, jackets, windbreakers, down jackets, jeans, caps, shirts, sneakers, moccasins, racing shoes and themed accessories. The abundance of pockets, zippers, rivets, carabiners and other functional elements emphasizes the aesthetics of the image.
The quality of clothing matters. Give preference to branded items made from good materials.
Casual
A casual wardrobe rightfully tops the list of universal ones, as it looks harmonious on men of any age, profession and body type. They go on a picnic, meeting with friends or for a walk.
Casual is in tune with the sports trend in its informality, but is distinguished by its creativity. There are no clear rules for using style, which allows you to combine things from different brands and trends, adapting them to your own style and taste.
When creating a casual set, you cannot do without knitted pullovers, jumpers, blazers, cardigans, slacks, jackets, plaid shirts, and wrinkle-free wool trousers. Bright accessories such as glasses, watches, hats, scarves will emphasize the originality of the image and add missing accents.
Vanguard
The extravagant and shocking style owes its appearance in the fashion world to Pierre Cardin. Clothes are characterized by colorful expressive details, contrast, asymmetrical and geometric shapes, and unusual styles. In such a wardrobe there is no place for plain shirts and traditional suits.
An avant-garde style image combines colors, fabrics, and styles that are incompatible at first glance. This could be a shocking shirt combined with a velvet suit. Or a velvet top with thin fabric trousers. The tandem of silk and suede, velvet and organza, silk and metal, satin and plastic elements is considered common in this style.
Avant-garde outfits look bold, challenging established traditions. The look is appropriate for concerts, themed parties and on vacation.
Rock style
Stylish men's clothing exudes courage and brutality. The outfits include leather, denim jackets and vests of various cuts. T-shirts with images of rock bands or themed prints are considered a must-have item.
Clothes are decorated with spikes, rivets, chains and other paraphernalia. You can’t do without a black leather biker jacket - the most recognizable symbol of rock aesthetics.
The color of the wardrobe is predominantly black, but other shades (red, white, green) are also applicable. Both cowboy boots and leather shoes, sneakers, and sneakers are suitable for footwear. Men prefer grinders for their impressive appearance and durability.
Traditional accessories - silver details, items made of light metals, cut leather gloves, bracelets, bandanas. Celtic ornaments, skulls, bones, and images of wolves decorate pendants, belts, earrings and rings, adding mysticism to the image.
Grunge
The dawn of the rebellious grunge style (“repulsive”) began with the emergence of the group Nirvana. It was with the light hand of the leader - Kurt Cobain - that torn jeans with patches, flannel shirts with frayed elbows, stretched sweaters with elongated loops, faded and faded T-shirts with holes, worn vests with torn uneven edges and sneakers turned into a youth trend.
It is distinguished by comfort, mixing things of different styles, layering and carelessness. Thanks to the designers, the modern grunge look is infused with the spirit of polished and mature marginal chic.
Among the colors, preference is given to dark and muted ones: black, gray, brown, dark green, blue. White is used in doses. The main thing is no bright ornaments, prints, designs or an abundance of accessories.
Steampunk
The steampunk style direction originated in the 80s of the last century. Characteristic features are items and accessories stylized in the era of Victorian England, combined with elements of Gothic, futuristic and retro styles.
Trendy steampunk images are a harmonious fusion of ancient things with rough mechanics. Creating an outfit will require a lot of work, because in addition to clothes, little things like cogs, gears, springs, chains and other paraphernalia of the progressive era are thought through.
The palette of outfits is dark (black, gray, brown). The standard men's set embodies elegance and aristocracy, combining a light shirt, trousers, vest with. On the head - or a bowler hat. Accessories include mechanical elements, aviator or goggle glasses and a leather belt.
Hippie
The hippie style gained popularity in the 60s of the last century with public youth protest, which later turned into a mass movement. This is the most positive and summery of all style trends.
The wardrobe is distinguished by natural materials, colorful colors with elements of psychedelic coloring, and the presence of hand-made elements. The famous “pacific” sign became the emblem and main symbol of hippie aesthetics.
There is no gloss or stiffness in the hippie look; worn items decorated with hand embroidery and beads, lace inserts, bright patches, and batik are welcome.
A follower of the hippie style is recognized by his traditional bell-bottom trousers and long hair. The wardrobe is replete with brutal leather and denim vests with fringes, army jackets and blazers, loose shirts, shapeless sweaters, woven sandals and moccasins. Backpacks, bags with long straps, glasses with round frames and colored lenses, scarves, and bracelets made from floss threads complete the look.
English
Gentlemen will appreciate clothes in the English style. The trend does not recognize tracksuits, sneakers, bright colored trousers and colorful shoes - only severity, restraint, calm colors and traditional cut.
The wardrobe is based on a classic two-piece or three-piece suit, made of wool, most often tweed. Characteristic patterns: large or small check, Christmas tree print, houndstooth, etc.
Shirts – classic plain or pastel. It is recommended to avoid T-shirts. Wool ties or bow ties look harmonious with a tweed suit. It is permissible to replace the jacket with a sweater, pullover or cardigan to create an everyday look.
Outerwear is represented by a classic coat. Oxfords, brogues, Chelsea boots, and monks are suitable shoes. Accessories such as caps, suspenders, checkered scarves, and cane umbrellas are responsible for conveying English charm.
Scandinavian
The harsh Scandinavian style combines courage and brutality with a touch of negligence. It is distinguished by functionality and practicality. The desire for luxury is alien to the men's wardrobe: only minimalism and conciseness. The look is dominated by items made from natural fabrics (cashmere, cotton, wool, leather) with traditional motifs inherent in Scandinavian culture.
Thanks to the use of warm oversized sweatshirts and hoodies, trousers, massive sweatshirts, rough leather boots, a resemblance to a sporty look appeared.
The color range is limited to monochrome, discreet tones (gray, white, beige, brown, dark blue, mint). Variety is achieved with striped, checkered, geometric and animal prints.
Layering is the trump card of the Scandinavian wardrobe. It is acceptable to combine a warm chunky knit sweater with a winter jacket, a shirt with a vest and biker jacket, trousers and T-shirts with a voluminous coat.
Chicago
The Chicago gangster style of the 20s and 30s was a mixture of luxury (sometimes fake), glitz, free morals and irreverence. The men's wardrobe consists of a three-piece business suit (jacket, vest and trousers) in a dark color (black, blue or brown). A set of a simple shirt and loose trousers with suspenders will do. Pants must have arrows. An indicator of the optimal length of trouser legs is the formation of a fold in the shoe.
Shirts with plaid, stripes or other prints are allowed. Choose dark and patent leather shoes. For special occasions, a white suit with a bow tie is suitable.
The materials used are high-quality and expensive, indicating the high status and financial well-being of the man. The look will be incomplete without a formal trilby hat or fedora, tie or bow tie.
Street style
Modern street style takes as its basis the dress code of urban skaters of the 70s. It is recommended to replace official sets with elements of high-quality everyday wardrobe from brand boutiques.
When choosing a top, opt for simple T-shirts, shirts, sweatshirts, pullovers, hoodies worn under a jacket, denim or windbreaker jacket, coat or parka. When looking for trouser options, take a closer look at joggers and chinos.
Street style shoes provide contrast and expressiveness to an outfit. Use bright sneakers, moccasins, and loafers to make a simple outfit memorable. Avoid dress shoes and black oxfords.
Safari
For safari destinations, the main theme is considered to be Africa and hunting. This fashionable and functional style will appeal to lovers of adventure, travel, an active lifestyle and connoisseurs of comfortable clothing.
The “standard set” of a safari wardrobe is replete with T-shirts, jackets, vests, raincoats, trousers, cotton and linen shorts, densely dotted with rivets and patch pockets. The color scheme is dominated by brown, green, beige, sand, olive and mustard shades. The effect of the image will be enhanced by iconic elements of safari aesthetics: leather belts, sword belts, hats.
An example of a harmonious safari set would be an ensemble of a checkered shirt, straight wide jeans in combination with a riveted belt and high tops. A cowboy hat and a backpack will complete a man's look.
Country
Country style originated in the late 19th century in the American Wild West. Embodies rustic, cowboy and farm aesthetics. Men's clothing is characterized by natural terracotta fabrics, jeans, plaid shirts, cowboy hats and boots.
When creating a country look, the main thing is not to overdo it. If you combine all the elements of your wardrobe in this style, the outfit will look more like a carnival costume. To convey a characteristic mood, a couple of thematic things are enough. A universal country element is a white or brown shirt that goes with any outfit.
The country look includes a plaid shirt, a fringed leather vest, pointed boots, a large buckle belt and jeans. When going on a picnic or a country walk, complement your ensemble with a hat with a curved brim.
Nautical
They call it a resort classic. It is based on a three-color combination of blue, white and red tones. The presence of black, yellow and beige items is allowed. The outfit is easily recognizable by its striped print and marine paraphernalia: images of anchors, starfish and skates, octopuses, shells, lifebuoys. The most popular materials are lightweight natural fabrics - linen, cotton, knitwear.
Initially, the naval wardrobe was considered masculine, as it was intended for sailors. Therefore, clothing pleases with a wide range: vests, sailor suits, pullovers, long shorts, knitted trousers. For footwear, light fabric or suede moccasins, sneakers or sneakers are suitable.
Status elements of the sea look include navy blazers with gold buttons and white straight-leg trousers. The look is complemented with leather or colored bracelets, themed watches and caps.
Retro style
The retro look does not have characteristic features like other trends. This is an excursion into the history of fashion without clear time boundaries. The fashion of yesteryear serves as inspiration for modern designers, so any trend bears the imprint of retro trends.
Retro '70s style is back in the form of colorful shirts paired with double-breasted jackets, neckerchiefs, suspenders, fedoras and two-tone boots. A popular retro stamp is the image of a dude, distinguished by catchy fabrics, unusual cuts, and contrasting color combinations.
The looks of the 60s are characterized by the theme of the legendary Beatles, who were remembered by the public not only for their music, but also for their turtlenecks under tweed jackets, shirts with colorful ties, English elegance with a touch of youthful frivolity and rock and roll.
Military
Military clothing is not just a copy of a military uniform. The wardrobe borrows strict cut lines, original solutions and functional elements that permeate the outfit with the spirit of categoricalness and reliability. A common symbol of military aesthetics is represented by a camouflage pattern. The color palette of the direction corresponds to grey, gray-green, beige, olive, brown, black, dark blue and khaki shades.
The predominant items are made of thick cotton, leather and cashmere, decorated with shoulder straps, epaulettes, patch pockets, lacing and other military paraphernalia. The set is completed with glasses, watches, bandanas, scarves, and large bags.
For an urban military look, combine a leather jacket and T-shirt with high lace-up boots and casual clothes.
Fashion 50+
For active men over 50, the style of “experimental classics” remains relevant. The trend encourages you to rethink and complement two-piece suits and basic sets of trousers, shirts, jeans, T-shirts, sweaters and vests with fashionable accessories and gadgets within your own taste.
In the wardrobe of an adult gentleman there is no place for tapered trousers with rolled-up legs, torn sneakers and wrinkled shirts wide open. The style of men over 50 embodies gallantry, harmony and balance.
The strong character and serious nature of mature men will be emphasized by the tandem of trendy shades of cinnamon and coffee beans. Business jackets in indigo color are suitable for the office. Suede-colored items that combine graphite, mustard and snow-white tones will add modernity to the look. Caramel-colored coats and jackets visually rejuvenate and elongate the silhouette.
Modern men, no less than women, want to look stylish and attractive. Today, fashion is a mixture of different styles that have appeared and developed over a very long time. Let's look at what styles are currently popular among men of different ages and social status.
Varieties
Office
Business and confident men often choose things in a formal style. Such outfits can be used not only for going to work, but also for everyday life. The elegant style is distinguished by extreme restraint in colors and high-quality cut.
This style often uses plain suits in combination with shirts made of high-quality expensive materials. A shirt with a stiff collar, complemented by a stylish tie, looks very stylish and impressive. Such looks are complemented with high-quality shoes, which also show a good sense of style.
Strict
For various official events and special meetings, you can choose an attractive outfit in a formal style. Men in such outfits look impressive and feel confident.
The main detail of this style is a spectacular tuxedo or tailcoat. To sew such dresses, high-quality materials are used - silk, satin, etc. The tuxedo is a simple black jacket complemented by crisp thick lapels. It is sewn from high-quality and expensive fabrics.
A tailcoat differs from a tuxedo in its cut. This men's suit consists of a jacket, shortened in the front and complemented by long tails. This jacket is complemented by matching trousers and a shirt with a vest.
Vanguard
Men look more unusual in things in avant-garde style. This movement originates in art. Its founder in fashion was the famous designer Pierre Cardin. He popularized unusual and colorful things among both men and women.
Things in the avant-garde style are distinguished by the presence of bright details and a touch of outrageousness. In this style there are no plain shirts or similar suits.
But fans of the avant-garde style should take into account that such outfits will not be appropriate in all situations. So, for example, a combination of a shocking shirt and a velvet suit will be completely unnecessary in an office environment.
Avant-garde style outfits are a combination of things that practically do not go together at first glance. Materials such as velvet and organza, suede and silk, silk and metal can be combined in one outfit. Such things look advantageous at various concerts and in other situations.
Street
Casual style looks are popular among young guys. Youth outfits are usually a combination of simple jeans with T-shirts, sweaters or sweatshirts. Urban style is extremely practical and suitable for study and everyday walks.
Smart casual
Smart casual combines certain elements of official and urban style. It can be called office-appropriate, despite the presence of everyday details in the outfits. In this look, ripped jeans and formal jackets with shirts coexist quite harmoniously. And classic trousers can be easily complemented with simple T-shirts.
This style gives men huge scope for imagination. You can safely combine details of a business suit with street style items and still look fashionable.
Youth
Teenagers and young men are usually impressed by street casual style items. He is very bright and spontaneous. Such looks are perfectly complemented by simple and comfortable shoes and bright accessories.
Sports
Another alternative option is a sporty style. Nowadays not only fans of active sports dress this way, but also those who prefer comfort to business looks. This style is characterized by simple knitwear, sports shoes and matching accessories. Many modern designers produce lines of sportswear and shoes.
Brutal
Young guys in leather jackets and ripped jeans are not a tribute to the fashion of the past. The brutal style looks quite appropriate even now. Such outfits are an excellent opportunity to protest against social norms without doing anything wrong.
English
Absolutely opposite to the previous one, the option is English style. It is distinguished by extreme restraint and the use of classic plain fabrics. English-style bows are suitable for both adult men and self-confident young guys.
Rock style
Along with the brutal style mentioned above, rock style is also popular among young rebels. It originates from the punk style, popular at the end of the last century. This style contains a lot of metal parts and unusual fittings.
Grunge
Outfits in the grunge style also look unconventional. This style arose as a protest against the glamorous style popular at the time. Young guys rejected the need to wear boring, monotonous suits, preferring to choose something simple and eye-catching.
Grunge style items were first introduced into the world of fashion by designer Marc Jacobs. He showed ripped jeans and rough shoes in his collection. This happened in the mid-nineties and since then such things have not lost their relevance.
Things in the grunge style that you can safely wear without fear of looking ridiculous include torn jeans, various shirts with scuffs or holes, faded T-shirts and sweaters. There should not be too many accessories in this style, otherwise the image will already be close to the boho style.
Everyday
In everyday life it is not necessary to look provocative and shocking. To look stylish, just choose a quality soft sweater or T-shirt and simple trousers or jeans. They can be either straight or quite loose.
American
A unique offshoot of the everyday is the American style. Most people associate America with freedom and street style. Baseball caps, caps, stretched rapper pants - all this belongs to this style. It also often features American flag prints and matching colors.
Safari
In a modern city, the bow of an African hunter looks quite unusual. Safari style is things in the style of Indiana Jones films. Here you can find cotton trousers, linen shorts, plain T-shirts and raincoats. The most popular colors in safari style are muted colors - beige, brown, olive, green, mustard. Very often, such bows are complemented with leather belts, wide-brimmed hats and original sword belts.
Modern safari style bows are, of course, different in many ways from what real hunters and adventurers wore. But, nevertheless, the theme of the African desert remains.
Hipsters
One of the most popular subcultures today is hipsters. Guys who prefer things in this style usually go against fashion trends. They prefer eye-catching items – vintage, bright prints, sweatshirts with reproductions of paintings, etc. – to items from the latest designer collections.
Hipster style includes simple jeans, plaid shirts, bulky urban backpacks and other deliberately casual details.
Club
Club-style outfits suit young party-goers. Bright color combinations and unusual decorative elements are quite appropriate in it. T-shirts and jeans can be decorated with rips, stripes and bright prints.
But, along with colorful things, plain white T-shirts, which have already become a kind of classic of this style, would also be quite appropriate in a club look.
Men's club suits look quite unusual. These outfits look stylish. This could be an unusual combination of skinny trousers with a bright T-shirt or jeans with a cropped jacket. Don’t be afraid to experiment, because in a club style all the bright details are only beneficial.
Dandy
The dandy style appeared in world fashion at the beginning of the nineteenth century. Its name literally means "dandy". Young people in those days paid a lot of attention to their appearance, choosing the most exquisite things - snow-white shirts, perfectly ironed suits and stylish accessories. A lot of attention was paid to jewelry - men carefully thought about which tie or scarf to choose for their suit. Wristwatches were also a popular accessory.
Steampunk
In the nineteenth century, the steampunk style was also popular. Such outfits had much in common with military-style bows. Such looks were based on suits of muted shades, decorated with voluminous fittings and accessories.
An almost indispensable accessory was headdresses decorated with so-called pilot glasses.
French
Things in the French style look very simple, but at the same time extremely elegant. In such outfits, a lot of attention is paid to the quality of materials. The cut remains extremely simple. In France, elegant jackets are often combined with jeans and regular sneakers. French style is the utmost lightness and spontaneity.
Victorian
Victorian-style bows are also a tribute to nineteenth-century fashion. Luxurious suits with fringe and lace collars look impressive and stylish. In everyday life they look unusual, but for a special event it is quite possible to choose a similar shirt or jacket.
Banditsky
In the nineties, gangster style was popular in domestic fashion. Showcasing luxury and pairing simple jeans with gold accessories looks pretty fun these days.
Nautical
On vacation, light cotton trousers, sweaters with thin white and blue stripes, light shirts and other items in a nautical style are appropriate.
British
British style bows look extremely conservative. The British are very picky about choosing high-quality outfits. Therefore, cheap synthetic items are inappropriate in this style. You should also give preference to simple conservative styles, which, at the same time, favorably emphasize a fit male figure.
Country
The democratic American country style is quite different from English. It is characterized by details such as wool suits, patterned sweaters, plaid shirts, classic blue jeans and brown hats. In this style, rough shoes would be appropriate, for example, boots with laces or leather derbies.
60s
The fashion of certain eras also deserves special attention. The vibrant fashion of the sixties was a combination of unusual fabrics with simple, minimalist styles. In the sixties of the last century, clothing gradually became more comfortable and practical, moving away from the classics.
70s
Over time, men's fashion became more colorful. This is confirmed by outfits from the seventies. The most memorable detail of the images from that time is the flared trousers. These pants were complemented with original colorful shirts.
80's
Outfits from the eighties look even more bright and shocking. At this time, tighter pants and soft leather shoes in unusual colors came into fashion.
90s
In the nineties, denim items came into fashion. At this time, shorts, jackets, jeans and even shirts made of thick denim were popular. You could often even find guys dressed entirely in denim.
Gangster
In the thirties of the last century, elegant men's suits were in fashion. The gangsters wore black and white outfits, complementing them with bow ties and stylish hats. Gangster style is also in fashion now. Such outfits look a little shocking, but still stylish.
Scandinavian
If you are tired of colorful outfits, pay attention to Scandinavian-style looks. It is characterized by maximum simplicity of styles and the use of light shades.
Cowboy
Like country style, cowboy style is popular among lovers of freedom and practicality. Western involves a combination of leather boots with plaid shirts and cowboy hats. In this outfit you will immediately feel the spirit of South America.
Korean
In Korean style, light suits are combined with plain T-shirts in pastel shades. One of its main characteristics is elegance. Guys in such outfits are very popular among young girls.
Romantic
Many people believe that romantic style outfits are created exclusively for girls. But this is far from true. Men's outfits in a romantic style are distinguished by multi-layering and slight carelessness. In this style, suits can consist of several parts - a shirt thrown over a T-shirt and complemented by a cropped jacket.
As for trousers, models such as skinny and riding breeches are most appropriate in this style. Very often, romantic-style looks are complemented with original accessories - neckerchiefs, unusual ties or scarves. Looks in this style are perfect for a date, going to the theater or restaurant.
Vintage
Vintage style includes items that belonged to world collections of the last century. Vintage - these are spectacular outfits that were either popular among guys from the twenties to the eighties of the last century, or imitate styles that were popular in the past.
Hippie
The hippie style came to us from the seventies of the last century. It is characterized by the use of natural fabrics and spontaneous patterns - ethnic or floral.
Biker
Biker style is a combination of genuine leather, metal rivets and chains. Such outfits can be complemented with decorative rips and cuts.
Every person strives to dress beautifully, regardless of age, social status and income level. Learning to create a harmonious Look is not difficult.
To make your images bright and harmonious, you need to find your own style that matches your lifestyle and position in society. To do this, you will need the following information:
Classification of clothing styles
In total, there are several dozen fashion trends, which can be roughly divided into several categories. The main ones:
- classical;
- romantic;
- sports.
It is not necessary to choose one for yourself and form a wardrobe exclusively from things in a classic or sporty style, especially since mixing and bold experiments are in trend. A romantic skirt with fluffy flounces can now be worn with a T-shirt with a print of brutal rockers, and with a classic “pencil” it is appropriate to wear sweatshirts and polo T-shirts, which were originally considered sportswear. Ideally, you need to have several capsules:
- clothes for work and study;
- for active recreation and travel;
- elegant clothes (for functions, parties, etc.);
- “party”, corresponding to the hobbies in your social circle.
The main influence on the choice of style is age and lifestyle. A young guy in a classic suit will look fine in a lyceum and at a celebration, but not in a nightclub or at a roller skating rink, and a respectable man will look ridiculous in skater clothes. A baby-doll dress is suitable for a young girl and a slender young woman, but on a lady of Balzac's age and with curvaceous figures it will not cause tenderness. What is popular in modern fashion, and what is right for you?
Modern styles in men's and women's clothing
Among the variety of clothing, several basic Styles of men's and women's clothing and their subtypes can be distinguished. Most fashion trends are designed for people of all ages. The exception is teenage and youth fashion. In this case, there are restrictions on age categories, conditionally up to 25, 30, 35 years. The most popular styles now are urban casual, variations on the theme of sportswear, boho chic and some others, and the boundaries between them are sometimes very blurred.
Urban fashion
The Casual fashion trend arose in the mid-seventies of the last century among the townspeople of Western Europe. Casual clothing that combines comfortable wardrobe items in various styles has become very popular among young people and middle-aged people. In the new century, this trend occupies a leading position among all other fashion trends.
Characteristic features of clothing in the Casual style are laconic design, dense high-quality fabrics, stylish accessories. Urban-style ensembles are easily distinguished from others by their casual elegance; they are characterized by layering, bold combinations and an abundance of accessories.
The most popular fashion trend can be divided into several main types:
- Sport Casual is a sporty style adapted to everyday life.
- City (Street) Casual - urban casual or street style. Boho-chic wardrobe items fit into the urban style.
- Smart Casual - elegant casual style and Business Casual - office or business style, which is often confused with classic (conservative style). It has a lot in common with the English style and Teddy Girls. The Garçon style (men's clothing in a women's wardrobe) and the Chanel style fit into this framework.
All variants of casual clothing have something in common with each other. Based on a basic wardrobe, it is possible to create fashionable looks for work and leisure for all seasons.
Military, khaki, safari, derby (jockey style), colonial, and maritime fit into the urban style. New looks in the best traditions of French fashion and art deco (retro) are popular among ladies.
Boho Chic
Boho chic is a fairly young fashion trend that made its presence known in the early nineties of the last century, although its presence was observed earlier. It took ten years for it to establish itself as an official direction. In 2004 and 2005, the boho style in clothing for women took a leading position and remains at the peak of popularity to this day. In the collections of famous fashion designers, much attention is paid to ethnic motifs; the influence of popular subcultures of the second half of the 20th century, in particular hippies, can be traced. Similar to boho-chic are ethnic, folk, rustic (country), gaucho (Spanish-Indian), and eco-style. The trend is vintage items that were in fashion at least 30 years ago.
Romantic images
The easiest way to feel fragile and weak is in a romantic image. Such clothes are well suited for relaxation and celebrations, but are completely unsuitable for office settings and serious events. Sublime images in a romantic style emphasize femininity and sophistication. These are ruffles, flounces, light fabrics.
Romantik Style can also include:
- Provence;
- Empire;
- Greek;
- Pin up in the spirit of mid-20th century America.
Sport style
Sport Style clothing is designed for active recreation. These are T-shirts and T-shirts, joggers, sweatshirts, sweaters, comfortable pants made of practical fabrics, bomber jackets. In a word: these are clothes that you won’t wear to the office, but are comfortable to wear in everyday life.
Unisex
Dynamic life and gender equality have become fashionable for Unisex. This is clothing that is worn equally well by men and women. Unisex classics - jeans, T-shirts and sweatshirts, windbreaker jackets, hoodies, shorts.
Youth fashion: popular styles
Not so long ago, the concept of “hype fashion” appeared, which is often heard in the youth community. This is not a new Fashion Style, but the ability to dress in an original way. Things, first of all, should emphasize the individuality of guys and girls and attract looks. All youth trends in one way or another have exactly this direction.
Streetwear, SWAG, Oversize
The age from 12-13 to 25 years can be considered the most active, therefore clothing should be appropriate. Of course, in the wardrobes of boys and girls there is a place for classic and purely sporty things, young ladies dress up in romantic dresses and boho-chic sweaters, but there are fashion trends that are suitable only for young people. The most popular among young people is Street Style.
- Streetwear is comfortable and practical things that will keep you comfortable all day long. Hoodies and T-shirts, joggers and jeans, caps, baseball caps are worn by boys and girls.
- SWAG is that Streetwear, but with an element of glamor. A cap embroidered with sequins and a sequined top can no longer be classified as Street Style, but they are ideal for casual looks.
- Street fashion is, first of all, about comfort, which can be achieved with the help of voluminous items. This style is called Oversize. It is characterized not only by large sizes, but also by multi-layering.
Modern clothing styles for girls
Modern girls do not lag behind the guys, but they also have several “own” styles.
- Baby Doll style is deliberate naivety and defenselessness, youthful freshness and lightness.
- Lolita and Gothic Lolita are “doll” images that came to us from Japan.
- One of the latest trends is the Tumblr style, somewhat reminiscent of Glamor. These are the things in which girls look beautiful in photos. Tumblr is a well-thought-out casualness that emphasizes individuality.
Popular clothing styles: influence of subcultures
Various subcultures also serve as platforms for the emergence of fashion trends. Among them are:
- hippie;
- punk;
- hip-hop;
- rocker (metalheads);
- skater;
- biker
Most styles, for example hip-hop and skater, are subtypes of the popular Streetwear. All clothing, one way or another connected with subcultures, is characterized by common wardrobe items. These are jeans and knitwear with prints. The pants differ in cut and color, and the designs on the T-shirts have their own theme.
Finding your Style is easy for anyone who wants to dress with taste. Fashion trends of our time make it possible to create a Fashion look for a successful businessman in his prime and a young skater, brutal biker and elegant metrosexual.
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