There is a certain level of dignity that comes with dressing your age. While a balding and bearded man of advanced age would look out of place in board shorts and a polo shirt, so would a young college student in a high-dollar bespoke suit. In order to look and feel your best, it is important to understand how to dress neatly in age appropriate men’s clothing.
A Young Man Age 18-35
While men in this age group have the obvious look with non-graying hair and an in-shape physique, the young look is defined by variety and experimentation. However, it is vital to know when to tone done the experiment for the more timeless look, even as a young man. For instance, a young professional in his early 30s is going to look much sharper in tailored suit than a 19-year-old college freshman.
The rules of casual men’s clothing for those in this group are simple. Stick to one image, such as preppy, hipster or grunge. Add a little variety to your look, such as a blazer and slacks one day, while switching to a graphic tee and bright corduroys the next. Finally, choose accessories that will make the look more deliberate and not like you just put on the first thing that fell out of your closet.
The rules for professional dress in this age group is not complicated. First, fit is the most important component. Whether you pay a few hundred dollars or a few thousand dollars, you must choose suits with a proper fit. Keep things simple with basic business dress. In addition, keep in mind that it is better to overdress than to look like you do not care enough.
A Professional Man Age 25-50
Note that the professional age group does overlap with the young man group. This is to include young professionals who have moved on from life experiments to an established plan.
For the casual professional, you want to raise the standard, such as with a nice pair of dark jeans. Additionally, every professional should have a few casual jackets in his closet. Stick to moderate colors, like green or burgundy and save the neon colors for the younger guys. Layering is a good idea for men’s clothing in this group, so add a sports jacket or cardigan to a nice collared shirt.
For the business look, keep the fit realistic with tailored suits that fit your body style. Exceed the standard of basic dress and then exceed them to set an example. Finally, complete every Dallas ensemble by paying attention to the details.
