Not Dr essing For The Season
No, you don’t have to have a pastel ward-
robe to rival Jay Gatsby when the mercu-
ry rises. But having some lighter weight
fabrics for the warmer months and heavy
cotton and wool for the rest of the year
will put you well ahead of your peers.
Have you ever seen someone wearing a
black wool suit with shiny tuxedo shoe
at an outdoor summer wedding? It looks
completely unnatural and wildly uncom-
fortable. Regardless of the level of formal-
ity, dressing for the season and weather
will catapult your image forward.
Solution –To greatly enhance appearance
and comfort, look for linen and light-
weight cotton in lighter colors for summer.
Also, pick up heavy cotton or wool trou-
sers, warm wool seaters, and thick flannel
suiting for the colder months.
And to avoid looking like an out-of-town-
er who didn’t check the weather report
before heading outside, also be considerate
of your outerwear. Coats, hats, duck boots,
sunglasses, light jackets, or an umbrella
can go a long way in helping you look
functionally stylish.
Semi Brogue
This is the type of men’s footwear with
those signature perforations. Its history
dates back to the 19th century in the farms
across Scotland and Ireland. The holes
were originally functional – allowing any
water from wet surfaces to escape the
shoes. Now they’re mainly ornaments.
4 SHOES EVERY
MAN MUST HAVE
Classic Oxford
As far as formal goes no other shoes do the
trick better than Oxfords. These are arguably
the dressiest shoes with laces you can wear
to work. The reason is a closed lacing system,
ankle exposure and low-heeled structure.
They often come in black or darker conser-
vative brown. Oxfords are most appropriate
with a suit and slacks. You can try a more
casual approach with a sports jacket instead.
However, you’ll want to be careful selecting
trousers. Chinos or jeans usually don’t mix
well with sleeker-looking footwear.
Double Monk Strap / Penny Loafer
Double Monk Strap shoes were designed
for security and durability. The dual strap
combined with an enclosing buckle pro-
vided travelers with extra foot protection.
Those are the same features that make
them trendy nowadays.
Chelsea Boot / Chukka
These ankle-high, close-fitting boots are instant-
ly recognizable. They have a slip-on style that’s
similar to loafers. There are also elastic bands
on either side of each shoe as well as a loop at
the back for pulling. That’s why removing these
boots is just as hassle-free as putting them on. Not
to mention they’re comfortable and breathable all
around.
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