7 Men’s Clothes That Make Your Look More Professional

/Perhaps one of the greatest challenges of modern man is to appear respectable in the work environment and, not only that, but also to convey an image of competence and confidence, even though there is an opposite movement, where companies give more freedom in dress code so that their employees feel more comfortable in the work environment.

It turns out that one thing does not exclude the other, you can dress in a casual way, but keep your professional look, the important thing is not to fall into the Sunday barbecue look, which, unfortunately, is almost the rule in fashion.

There are key pieces that will always be the signature of the professional, not only because they show how committed you are to your work, but because they are linked to the business environment or at least places where people live “9 to 5” lives.

7 Men’s Clothes That Make Your Look More Professional

If you work in a casual environment, but trapped by a professional identity that imposes respect and inspires confidence and competence, see what are the items you can always count on to achieve this result:

1 – Shirts are essential

With the exception of extremely casual models, such as the flannel woodcutter , the shirt is, in itself, an upgrade in the look. While the t-shirt has become the notorious piece of clothing of the weekend, the shirt brings a more lined and classic look, even when casual and worn outside the pants, as in the photo above, although my advice is that it be worn inside whenever possible.

Start with: a white cotton dress shirt and a very light blue one made of the same material. If the preference is for something more casual, champagne shirts are a good option.

After: think of a white one with blue stripes and another with a very discreet grid check, it can be white or even marine, both work very well in almost every type of costume.

2 – Shoes are imposing

I am not going to discuss the comfort of modern sneakers, but it is true that the shoes have a much more imposing and serious look, even outside the complete social attire.

Start with: a brown leather derby or oxford, it is versatile enough to accompany you in most work looks, while black is more serious and restricted.

Then: think of a brown or wine monk-strap, a penny loafer for the hottest days and a chelsea boot to protect your shins in winter

3 – Tie, the professional accessory

I usually say that the shirt is the professional’s outfit, if you are wearing jeans, twill or chino, it doesn’t matter, the shirt always makes the combo tidier, the same goes for the tie, it is the professional’s accessory, your presence it shows that you take the work environment seriously and don’t even have to be a very serious model, even knitting ties give a distinct look to casual attire.

Start with: a black tie *, which is the basics of the basics, in addition to navy and wine which are also very easy to match.

Then: think of some prints for

• Give preference to silk ties, but if they don’t fit in your pocket, polyester ties will break a big branch.

4 – Pants for serious environments

Everyone loves jeans, but not all pants made of denim are suitable for the stop, the dark colored models and without many effects are the choice that I always recommend for those who want to look professional wearing pants from the popular “denim”.

Chinos, due to their similarity to tailoring pants, are always a good choice and work very well with more behaved shoes, although they are considered casual.

Tailoring pants can get away from formal looks and compose beautiful outfits with a more stripped footprint, we’ve talked about it a lot !

The ideal fit is slim fit or straight, skinny pants are very stripped for this type of occasion.

Start with: dark colors, whether in jeans, chino or tailoring, avoid exaggerated wear, tear prints or very vibrant tones, after all attention must be on your face, not your legs.

Then: add some pants in shades of medium gray and light gray.

5 – Leather briefcase if you are an adult

I don’t doubt the usefulness of the backpacks, I have some backpacks and I love their practicality and versatility, but it is difficult to deal with certain types of customers if it looks like you just left the gym or the cram class, a folder is always more presentable, moreover , more structured models keep your documents intact even if they are loose.

Start with: a classic brown leather model and remember that you are under no obligation to match the leather of the briefcase with what you are wearing.

Then: consider buying a leather briefcase without a handle, the very compact ones to carry under your arm.

6 – Blazer improves everything

Even though it is a classic, the blazer is one of the most important pieces for men in the 21st century. When it comes to showing maturity, even the most basic blazer does it perfectly and fits a variety of styles.

Start with: a cold sea wool or graphite gray blazer, they are neutral colors and easy to match, in addition they give a distinct look, even with jeans and a casual shirt.

After: cotton blazers with half lining for the summer are a good choice, in which case you can choose a beige or light gray, just avoid wearing it at night events.

7 – Analog clock, a detail that counts

Today it is possible to find the right time on several devices, an analog clock not as important as it was in the 19th century, of course, but on the other hand the piece has become a symbol of good taste in the male look. An imposing and well-chosen watch is the type of detail that not only draws attention but also shows a little of its owner’s personality.

Start with: a classic watch with leather strap and minimalist dial.

Then: choose a slightly more casual model, it may be with a steel bracelet like the one above.

Final grade:

Those who work in formal wear do not have much to vary, but also do not have the worry of making a mistake in the look, the rigid dress code has this advantage. On the other hand, those who spend their working time in a more tolerant environment (when it comes to clothing) need to pay attention to the items that keep their professional appearance highlighted.

You do not need to use everything at once, especially in companies where there is no defined dress code, but it is interesting to determine which elements give that serious air that imposes respect and make them play it in your favor.