Looking sharp doesn’t just mean throwing on a pair of jeans and a t-shirt and rushing out the door (unless that’s the look you’re going for!) – it’s all about accessories. Well chosen accessories can amp-up any outfit, dressing it up or dressing it down depending on the occasion. Accessories also show that you’ve taken the time to make your outfit look good and put thought into the apparel choices you’ve made.
Some men don’t like to wear jewelry and think that’s some of the only available accessories for men, but it’s just not true! There are lots more options to choose from to add some extra bling that are not jewelry related. Here are some tips and tricks on the hottest men’s accessories and how to wear them in order to complement any outfit:
Watches
A good watch never goes out of style, and to most, a watch isn’t considered jewelry as it has a useful function beyond just aesthetically looking good. The style of your watches tells people a lot about you and your lifestyle, which is important to keep in mind when picking one out. Some men like to have a variety of watches for every occasion or outfit while others prefer to just have one good sturdy watch. You can’t go wrong with either option. Even the most high-fashion watches are very versatile.
Suit Accessories
Suits never go out of style. They are the epitome of black tie attire for men, and should be accessorized accordingly. There are many different pieces that go into creating a dapper looking suit. Start by choosing a tie or bow tie. Bow ties have had a strong comeback as of late and are a serious fashion statement. Then consider adding a pocket square or lapel pin. Pocket squares come in all sorts of colors and patterns, and if you want to be really fancy, there’s also a ton of different ways to fold a pocket square depending on the occasion. Top your look off with a pain of cufflinks. An easy way to subtly add some bling to your look without needing to wear traditional jewelry. Cufflinks are a wonderful addition to any suit and are also an expression of your personality as they can be funny conversation starters or more traditional.
Rings
We don’t just mean a wedding ring here! Rings are a more hip fashion accessory that some men might not feel comfortable wearing as they can be considered feminine. Take it from us that there are lots of options for male rings that are extremely manly! Depending on your style, stick to pinky rings, or ring finger rings, or if you’re more of a hipster, give a thumb ring or index finger ring a try. The placement of your ring says almost as much about you as what the ring looks like.
Sunglasses
An accessory that everyone can agree on is a necessity. Sunglasses provide both function and fashion, so why not make them as fashionable as possible? Nowadays sunglasses have often become more about the fashion than the function of shielding your eyes from the sun. And let’s just face it – they make you look cool! The shape and style and tint of your sunglasses says a lot about you and your lifestyle. Some men prefer to spend big bucks on brand named like Ray Bans, while other prefer to play it cool and stay undercover with some lesser known brands.