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Be the Best-Dressed Man at the Office
Clients will notice. Colleagues will kowtow. Follow these suggestions to build a wardrobe that'll work for you for years to come.
NAVY SUIT
Navy is serious and sharp, and a two-button suit (Boss, $1,600) is always appropriate, as long as you keep the top button secured to slim your profile. Wear the vest with the full suit or simply with dress pants or jeans for even more versatility.
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SHIRT
A crisp white shirt is the building block of every man's wardrobe. It never goes out of style and matches everything. A spread collar like this one (Boss, $195) always means business.
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TIE
Solid-color silk ties are de rigueur office attire, though rarely exciting. Adding texture with a knit (Boss, $145) makes for an easy transition back to civilian life.
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BAG
There's no need to schlep the kind of rock-hard briefcase your father dragged to his office. Today's cases (Coach Men's, $500) are softer and sleeker.
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Win the Tie Game
Silk still works in the boardroom, but the latest class of ties introduces surprising textures that may make you want to wear a tie everywhere.
DENIM
Don't be intimidated. Just go for a denim tie (Onassis, $60) in a shade that contrasts with your jeans.
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WOOL/COTTON BLEND
This matte mix (Club Monaco, $60) breaks away from the shiny silk standard you're used to.
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LINEN
When warm spring temperatures start rolling in, you can still pull on a tie. Complete a breezy spring look with a smart linen piece (Alexander Olch, $150).
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COTTON
Think of this look as an updated version of a familiar classic. To maximize the impact, pair a narrow cotton tie (The Men's Store Bloomingdale's, $95) with a crisp khaki suit in a weight that's just as light as the tie's.
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KNIT
This is your new tie for all seasons (Express, $50). Dress it up or down. Wear it in April with chinos or in October with a wool suit. It's casual class.
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The Square Deal
There are dozens of ways to fold a pocket square, and most of them are, well, square. Don't bother trying to master them all. These two techniques are the only ones you need to know.
THE STRAIGHT FOLD
Lay the pocket square flat. Bring the left side to the right side. Fold the bottom toward the top, but stop short of lining the ends up flush. Fold the fabric in thirds horizontally so it fits your suit pocket.
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THE PUFF
Lay the pocket square flat. With one hand, pinch the square's center; pick it up. With your other hand, fold the fabric in half, bringing the hem to the center. Place it in your pocket with the fold exposed. Adjust it to desired puffiness.
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Class Up Your Commute
Science can't teleport you to work, but it can help you look great and feel comfortable on the way.
TRAVEL SUIT
A custom suit for $630 sounds pretty amazing to us. And this one is loaded: fabric coated to repel water and stains; a down-filled collar that attaches to the jacket and zips up; a clear zippered interior pocket to hold your gadgets. Is this the world's most functional suit?
Indochino, $630
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Class Up Your Commute
COMMUTER JEANS
We know you cyclists love technical specs, so let's give these jeans a closer look. They feature reflective taping, U-lock storage on the waistband, and fabric that's water-resistant and dirt-repellent. Plus, the fabric stretches, so you can maintain your pedaling cadence in comfort.
Levi's, $80
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WRINKLE-FREE SHIRT
Whatever seat you take on your way into work — bus, train, Jaguar XJL—your shirt will suffer. "Wrinkle-free" or "no-iron" on a label means the fabric stays crisp longer. This shirt needs just 10 minutes in the dryer; hang it right away and you'll look freshly pressed.
Arrow shirt, $45, and tie, $35
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COMFORT SHOES
Even if your walk to work is just across a parking lot, there's no need to suffer in uncomfortable shoes. Many of today's dress shoes have rubber soles, which means more flexibility and fewer blisters. This pair also has enhanced traction to keep you upright when sidewalks are slick.
Cole Haan, $200
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Brave the Elements in Style
Bad weather can undo any well-dressed man. Protect your look with these pieces.
TRENCH
There are reasons you only wear your tan trench coat when it rains: It's long, it's cumbersome, and it makes you look like a gumshoe. Upgrade to a cropped water-resistant cotton version (Allegri, $1,000) to modernize the look while still deflecting drizzle.
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UMBRELLA
Scrap the flimsy umbrella and spend a few extra dollars on a sturdy, reinforced one (Turnbull & Asser, $195) that won't break or bend with the slightest gust. This one's pop of red guarantees you'll stand out from the sea of black, and you'll be less likely to leave the umbrella behind. The crook handle lets you hang it on your arm when you need both hands free.
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PANTS
Lightweight fabrics become soggy more quickly than rigid denim (True Religion, $190) or thick wool does. As for color, dark skies call for dark pants — they're better at concealing your soaked cuffs.
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SHOES
Save those clunky rubber galoshes for the mud. These waterproof, oxblood dress shoes (Rockport, $105) repel moisture. And with a breathable polyurethane interior plus an active air-circulating design and durable cushioning, they'll keep you comfortable, whatever the weather.
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Be the King of Casual Cool
Today's office allows for personality and inspiration. Use these suggestions to build a wardrobe that can go anywhere — and take you places.
TRY THE NEW SPRING SUIT
Make yours cotton with a little something extra in the fabric. A few percentage points of stretch (Calvin Klein, $1,200) can make for ease of movement that'll convert anyone nervous about the word "Lycra." Maximize your suit by rocking the jacket with jeans or wearing the pants on their own.
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DRESS IT DOWN
A pique polo (Lacoste, $90) is the perfect way to make a suit look less corporate. Wear it untucked, as long as the tail doesn't extend more than a few inches below your belt loops.
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MAKE IT PERSONAL
Whether it's with a pocket square, striped socks, or contrast-sole shoes (Tommy Hilfiger, $270), a pop of color is one of the easiest ways to add personality to an otherwise neutral outfit.
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KEEP IT NEUTRAL
Avoid gaudy color in your bag, and invest in one you can carry for years. We like gray: It's sleek and sophisticated (Hugo Boss, $730), and it goes with black, brown, and navy.
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The Perfect Fit
Ilaria Urbinati, of the L.A. Boutique Confederacy, sizes you up.
THE SHIRT
Buttoned up? One finger should fit between your neck and the shirt. "If you can fit two fingers, it's too big," Urbinati says.
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The Perfect Fit
THE JACKET
The sleeves shouldn't hit past the crease of your wrist. Try jackets on with a dress shirt — a quarter inch of shirt cuff should show.
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The Perfect Fit
THE PANTS
Ask your tailor for half a break at the shoe. That'll keep the fit slim and straight, which makes your legs look longer.
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The Perfect Fit
THE TIE
As a rule of thumb, Urbinati recommends a width of 2 to 3 inches. But ties should be proportionate to lapels, so choose accordingly.
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The Perfect Fit
THE SHOES
No squares, and nothing too round. "You want that perfect slim toe," Urbinati says. "The skinnier the suit, the skinnier the shoe's point."
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Work Bags That Work
You have a lot of stuff to cart around. Pick your priority, then pick a bag.
FUNCTIONALITY
A frequent traveler needs a utilitarian bag that's adaptable. This one (Bally, $1,150) has an exterior sleeve that lets you slip the bag over a luggage handle. An interior sleeve keeps your laptop secure, and the whole thing slips under a plane seat.
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Work Bags That Work
ADAPTABILITY
Lugging your gym gear to work? If you carry a bag that does double duty, you'll have one less thing to remember in the morning. This one (Coach Men's, $700) is big enough to conceal your trainers yet slick enough to bring to the office.
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Source: https://www.menshealth.com/style/g19536112/work-style-men/
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