If you're in your 20s and you are trying to build a personal sense of style, then now is the best time to do so. This is also a great time to start experimenting with different things since so many styles will work on you, but it’s also useful to focus on building a solid foundation.
Here are some essential fashion tips all men in their 20s should follow.
Have the Basics Down
You don't need to start with anything crazy here. You first need to have at least one pair of athletic trainers and one pair of stripped-down trainers that you can wear on more formal occasions, for work, or in the evenings. Your athletic trainers should be comfortable first and foremost and you should try to keep the silhouette tasteful so that you don't draw too much attention to them. That doesn't mean that they have to be bland, but don’t go for anything over the top either.
Depending on your personal style, you should either focus on t-shirts, jumpers, or hoodies. And between jumpers and hoodies, we would tend to go towards jumpers since they look classier and are more versatile.
If you're in your late 20s, you will have to incorporate more mature items like Henleys, bomber jackets, and oxford shirts to your collection. Now would also be a good time to add something like a blue blazer to your collection, as this is stylish and suitable for a range of venues, both formal and informal.
If you’re going to layer at this age, go with open shirts, but you can also try some cardigans or crew neck sweaters. You also need to have at least one pair of formal shoes, preferably oxfords, and a suit as you’re probably going to start attending formal events more frequently.
Keep the Logos Discreet
T-shirts with logos are a fun way to add a little personality to your style. Whether you go for designer labels and classic logos like Fred Perry, Calvin Klein, or BOSS, or shop around for indie brands, a logo lifts a plain t-shirt into a whole new level. Most branded apparel is classy, especially at the upper end of the market, and it’s good to let people know which designers you like. If you prefer something understated, opt for a t-shirt with a discrete logo. This boss t-shirt, for instance, has nothing but the BOSS name in a simple font. If you’re not afraid of showing off your style, a BOSS t-shirt with a large, eye-catching logo will look great with a pair of jeans and some casual loafers.
Get Funky with the Jeans
Your 20s are the time to play around with different washes, cuts, and distressing when it comes to jeans. But, out of everything, the cut is the most important part. When choosing the right cut of jeans for you, you need to look at your frame first. If you have a bigger frame, for instance, it would be a better idea to go with something that is straight and keep the distressing and the colour as simple as possible. If you're tall, on the other hand, you can go for a tapered cut and heavy distressing. And, if you're in the middle, pretty much everything will work as long as it's tasteful.
Embrace the Athleisure Look
The athleisure look looks best on people in their 20s and is extremely comfortable too. So, we suggest you give this style a try if you haven't already. You don't have to wear athleisure clothes all the time, but it could be your go-to during the day.
One great thing about athleisure clothing is how versatile it is. A nice pair of tapered joggers can look great with a simple t-shirt but also with a jumper and a bomber jacket. Athleisure clothing also tends to be inexpensive, which will allow you to fill your wardrobe on a budget, and it can be worn during physical activities.
What separates athletic clothing and athleisure clothing is the fabrics, so this is what you're going to concentrate on. Try to go for unique blends and stay away from cotton as much as you can.
Look for a Style Icon
Your 20s is when you should find your personal style, but this can be difficult if you're not fashion-conscious. One of the easiest ways to find something that will work for you is to look at celebrities around your age with a style you admire and inspire yourself from it.
Patterning yourself after stars is a great idea since everything that they wear has been carefully designed for them by stylists, so that's pretty much like having a stylist create a style for you for free. All you have to do is pick a celebrity and search for photos on Google images. You can also add the word "style" after the name to be more specific. You should see a whole host of pictures of them in different places that you can try.
Another thing we suggest is that you pick someone that has roughly the same build and skin tone as you. This will ensure that the colours they pick and the fit of their clothes work for you.
Have Fun
You should not worry too much about making fashion mistakes at your age. This is the only time in your life where you'll have the chance to fully indulge in the latest trends, so have fun. Trial and error are the only way to know what truly works for you too. So, don't be afraid to try different things until you find your staples.
If you want to look great in your 20s and start building a foundation for the rest of your stylistic life, then you should follow these few tips. You’ll look great on any occasion and will still be able to express yourself.
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