Are you trying to improve your style? Are you tired of wearing the same clothes for years? As you get older, you may feel more attracted to men's fashion and want to be a fashionable young man. Developing your distinctive style takes time and effort, but by understanding your body type and current trends, you can easily upgrade your style and become a fashionable looking young man.
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Part 1 of 3: Developing Your Style
Step 1. Take time to look fashionable
Developing your personal style takes a fair amount of enthusiasm and passion. Finding a style you like can be very helpful when starting out.
- A great way to start, especially if you don't have much knowledge about men's fashion, is to read blogs and magazines dedicated to style and pick up tips you like from those sources.
- Keep an eye on the celebrities you like for style cues. Pick a favorite celebrity with a body type similar to yours and see what clothes you already have that look like the celebrity's outfit.
- Another good way to start is to simply search the internet for "men's style tips" or "men's style tips" and find out what's trending right now. Then take a look at your current wardrobe and see if you can copy the styles that are currently popular.
Step 2. Assess your current style
Compare your style to the trending styles and find out how you can incorporate your outfit into a fashionable look.
- Pay attention to what is trending today in terms of color, style and size. For example, clothes that are slimmer and fit to the body may be a trending style.
- Maybe you have a lot of patterned clothes that are no longer in fashion. Compare the styles that are in vogue with what you have and separate out-of-date clothes from those that are popular.
- When you're assessing your clothing collection, you may find that you have some old clothes that have come back in vogue that you can wear again.
Step 3. There's no need to change yourself just to look fashionable or try to fit in with what's trending
Changing your bow to a certain style or look just because it's a cool move doesn't necessarily mean it's the right one for you. Being yourself is more important than anything.
- Part of being fashionable is not only being comfortable with who you are, but also being comfortable in your clothes. If you have a favorite shirt or sweater, you don't have to throw it away just to be fashionable.
- Save the clothes that make you feel comfortable for now. You may find that when putting together a series of clothes you can use several of them.
Step 4. Read websites and print media dedicated to men's fashion
These include GQ, Esquire, Fashion Beans or Reddit's Male Fashion Advice (a forum that advises on men's fashion on the Reddit site). You can find websites and forums where people share style tips and ideas for clothing.
- Don't believe everything you read. Sometimes people can get really stubborn about the right and wrong way to be fashionable. While there are trends in fashion, most of them are subjective.
- These resources are also great for finding looks and clothing that might better suit your financial situation. You may find a jacket or jeans that you really like, but they are too expensive. You can use these sources to find similar clothes at a more affordable price.
Step 5. Look for brands and stores that interest you
When you find a brand or store that offers lots of clothes that fit perfectly and you really like, you can easily upgrade your style and feel confident.
- How well an outfit fits on your body plays a big role in being fashionable. Just because you like a certain item doesn't mean it will always fit properly on your body, it just depends on your body type.
- Depending on your height, weight and overall body type, certain clothes will fit you better than others.
- If you are a man with a relatively large body, avoid horizontal stripes and choose vertical stripes. Vertical stripes will draw the eye down and make you look slimmer.
- If you are a slimmer man, you can wear clothing that fits tighter and will accentuate a solid waist.
- In general, being a fashionable young man means wearing clothes that create a visual gimmick that will make your body look as proportionately balanced as possible. Some people like clothes that are tighter while others prefer clothes that are more sizing, but for most styles, you should avoid clothes that are too baggy. Clothing that fits better will make a huge difference.
Part 2 of 3: Building Your Clothing Collection
Step 1. Update your clothing collection to keep up with current trends
Being fashionable requires a little creative improvisation. Experiment with new looks and ignore anything you don't feel comfortable with.
- Updating your wardrobe can seem like a daunting and costly task, which can be difficult especially if you're a teenager and don't have a lot of extra cash. But you can do a lot with little capital.
- Separate your clothes into two categories: the clothes you like and wear, and the clothes you don't. Clean up your closet by donating or selling clothes you no longer wear.
- After that pay attention to the pile of clothes that you "keep". Sort out which clothes are fashionable and which are not. This step will help you build the foundation for your updated clothing collection in the future.
Step 2. Make a plan to go shopping
Bring a sister, or boyfriend or friend who looks fashionable to go shopping for clothes with you. They will be able to give you advice and pick out some great outfits for you.
- A relative or friend will be able to advise you on what is or isn't right for you and can help you choose something you might not be able to decide on your own.
- Make a list of the clothes you need as staples. For example, you may need a pair of jeans that you can wear to almost any occasion, a chino thong, a casual button-up shirt, a formal shirt and a sweater.
Step 3. Take off clothes you don't use anymore
Often we hold on to clothes that no longer fit or are hardly worn again. Collect these clothes and donate them to charitable organizations or sell them to flea stores. Be prepared to deal with parents who may feel reluctant to throw away clothes that still fit you.
- If your parents are reluctant to let you get rid of the clothes you already have, you can try selling them to raise money for yourself to buy new clothes. Just make sure that you are honest with your parents.
- As a teenager getting the right size can be difficult as you may gain a few centimeters in height in the next few months. Head to thrift stores for cheaper clothes or shops like H&M and Asos which offer lots of trendy clothes for less.
- Shopping at stores that offer lower prices can also help you persuade your parents to update your wardrobe.
Step 4. Mix and match clothes from your updated collection
It doesn't take a lot of clothes to create several different looks. Think about the event you are going to attend and choose clothes that look appropriate for the occasion.
- If you are going to college, you can wear clothes that make you feel comfortable throughout the day.
- You can also create some fashionable looks with a few basics like a pair of dark jeans. You can wear jeans with sneakers and a sweater to go to college. Add a light blazer or jacket and replace your shoes with boots if you want to go somewhere else after coming home from college. You'll be creating a whole new look in a few minutes by adding or replacing a few things.
- Mix and match clothes based on your mood. Maybe you're looking for a look that's less classy and more street style. Pair your sneakers with jeans or joggers, a plain t-shirt and a light jacket.
Part 3 of 3: Perfecting Your Appearance
Step 1. Accentuate your wardrobe with accessories
Small accents in the clothing collection will go a long way in enhancing your style. Consider wearing accessories that can be your signature such as scarves, hats, bracelets, etc.
- Remember that being fashionable is subjective and you should be comfortable with the number of accessories you wear.
- Look for accessories that you may already own and have sentimental value to you such as a necklace.
- Master your style. Maybe you like wearing bracelets, necklaces and even earrings. Don't let other people's opinions make you feel awkward about choosing what you wear, because you're already trying to show your own style.
- Wear accessories to blend color combinations or create a standout impression. An accessory that is often overlooked by people is socks. Colorful and patterned socks can add extra style to your look.
Step 2. Use a watch
Being a fashionable young man means looking well-groomed and mature, no matter what your age. An accessory that can really give this effect is a watch.
- While we may have cell phones that tell us the time, a watch is an invaluable accessory and can bring your whole look together.
- Wearing a watch shows that you are a punctual and trusted person. In addition, watches make your appearance a more mature level.
- You also don't have to spend a lot of money to get a good watch. Buy a watch with a nylon strap that you can easily replace with another band to match your outfit.
- A watch is also a great gift to look forward to. And you can tell your parents or whoever might give it, exactly which watch you really want.
Step 3. Wear a belt that fits your outfit
In addition to holding your pants from sagging, the belt also acts as a unifier for your overall outfit. Therefore, an ill-fitting belt will stand out.
- Belts are a great way to connect shoes with your overall outfit. Wearing a brown belt in the same color as your shoes will make you look more organized and fashionable.
- While sometimes wearing black and brown together looks good, it can also be difficult to do. Avoid wearing a brown belt over black pants or jeans as this will usually look out of place.
- Buy a belt that is the right size for you. Nothing messes up an appearance more than an oversized belt.
Step 4. Wear the right shoes
The right shoes will complete an outfit. Therefore, do not depend on just one pair. While a pair of shoes can be combined with several different looks, some types of shoes are simply not suitable for some occasions. You can't wear sneakers at formal events.
- Wearing more formal shoes with casual wear is always easier than wearing sneakers with formal attire. For example, you can combine sandals or wingtips with jeans and a button-down shirt or sweater and look good. And while it's not impossible, it's much more difficult to wear sneakers while wearing a suit.
- Just because you are a teenager doesn't mean you can't wear more formal shoes. Good sandals, oxfords, wingtips and boots can go a long way in looking fashionable.
- If you don't have the money to buy a number of shoes, you can benefit greatly from a few pairs of basic shoes. Consider buying sneakers, a pair of boots and a nice pair of formal shoes to get started.
Step 5. Take care of yourself
Clothes that fit perfectly and look good still have boundaries. Part of being a fashionable man is taking care of your body.
- Whether you like long, short or medium hair, consider using some hair care products so that your hair looks styled and doesn't look like you just woke up. Also make sure you wash your hair regularly.
- Be honest with yourself about facial hair. Some teens can grow a beard as early as age 16, while some teens (and even some adults) can't. If you can grow a mustache or beard, make sure the hair is trimmed neatly so you don't look like someone who grew up in the wilderness. If you can't grow hair on your face or if it's not growing completely, shave it all off. A clean shaven face always looks better than a bald beard or a shaggy mustache.
- Keep your nails clean. Dirty or long nails are never attractive and can make you look like you don't care about how you look.
Tips
- As you develop your style and become more interested in fashion, you may become more picky about what you like. Tell people who give you gifts that you want a gift card to a favorite store so you don't receive something you won't use.
- Eventually, you'll probably find someone who admires your outfit, even copying your appearance. Take this as a big compliment.
- Being fashionable can give you popularity, admiration and attraction from others. But remember, don't judge someone based on their outward appearance.
- If you like sports, the athletic style might be for you. But remember, don't overdo it. Athletic clothing is meant for athletic activities so make sure that your athletic clothing is clean when you wear it to school or to go out with friends. Nothing shows that you value yourself more than keeping yourself clean.
- If people make fun of you, ignore them. They may just be jealous or don't believe in themselves. However, being fashionable means being in control of your style and not feeling sorry for having to spend time looking good.
- Only wear what you feel comfortable wearing. Just because something is popular doesn't mean it's right for you. And when you feel comfortable you will feel more confident with your appearance.
- Follow fashion bloggers on social media like Instagram. You can get a lot of inspiration from their photos and writings.
Warning
- Don't think that by being fashionable you are entitled to certain honors or to make yourself higher than others. And if someone asks you about your appearance or your brand of clothing, be polite and share your knowledge.
- Don't throw away all your old clothes before talking to your parents. If you want a new look, talk to your parents calmly and politely about your reasons for wanting to improve your appearance. It's likely that your parents will be willing to help when you're an adult.
- Don't judge other people's clothing choices. Some people may not share your interests in fashion.
