Smarten up with Fashion Monkey’s Guide to Men’s Formal Dress

There will come a time when you have to abandon your favourite jeans and transform yourself into a slick and stylish gent for a formal occasion. Formal dress can sort the men from the boys when it comes to fashion so make sure you get the look right with these top men’s fashion tips…

Keep it simple

As men’s fashion tips go this one is in the same league as not wearing socks with sandals, so take note – simplicity is the key to pulling off a polished formal look. Start with the basics of a white shirt and dark suit and tie, once you have these in place you can add your own subtle flare with your accessories.

Ensure everything fits

Ill fitting formal clothes do little to show off your style and professionalism so a top tip is to invest in a decent new suit which fits exactly and team this up with a slim fitting shirt for a sleek silhouette.

Coordinate accessories

Your belt, shoes and watch will all help to pull your look together so make sure your shoes and belt match (stick to black or brown leather here) and check that your belt buckle matches your watch, for example if you wear a silver watch then choose a belt with a silver buckle.

Adapt to the weather

If it’s warm then simply go for a smart shirt with tie and ditch the suit jacket and in cooler weather go for a smart v-neck jumper over your shirt. No matter how warm the weather gets, don’t be tempted to wear a short sleeve shirt with a tie or shorts as these will only make you look like you’ve lost your way to the classroom.

These easy men’s fashion tips will ensure you look smart and stylish at every formal occasion you attend.