Men's dressing has been getting a real kick in the ass in recent years. After all, when was the last time you saw crowds of guys in suits rushing to their lunch break at a business center?
It seems like years ago that we all went to work in a white shirt and tie, but times are moving forward and men's fashion has to keep up!
While at first glance we may be happy about the loosening of conventions, at second glance a whole new problem arises in our lives. How to adapt to the new casual norm? For those who refuse to give in to sweatpants even in times of corona, here are some tips on how to handle the smart casual dress code with ease.
Theory is all well and good, but practice is often different, and a few simple lines probably didn't tell you much. That's why we've put together four outfits that will help you put the above into practice.
Head, shoulders, knees…
It has long been believed that the fireproof smart casual combination is a club jacket, white shirt , navy jeans and brown shoes. But it sounds a bit boring, it can get boring after a while, and with today's million options, it would be a shame not to explore other variations.
An important part of a smart casual outfit is the combination of different casual and classic elements. You can wear both a smart jacket and a casual sweater on top.
But then you also need to hit the bottom. If your choice for a suit is a blazer , combine it with casual jeans, if you want to wear a sweater, you need to elevate your outfit with traditional suit pants.
Jacket instead of sweater
The best thing that smart casual fashion has brought in recent years are unlined jackets. They have no shoulder pads, no reinforcements in the back and are made of elastic fabric. Simply put, they look like a great jacket, while being as comfortable as a sweater. Throw on jeans or black pants , a shirt and leather sneakers and you can't go wrong.
Steve Jobs style
Believe it or not, Steve Jobs' famous turtleneck will one day make him a fashion icon. Just put on slim-fit jeans instead of baggy jeans and you will suddenly become a mysterious artist. On colder days, finish everything off with a contrasting jacket that has a thermal vest inside. Smart casual mix on all levels.
The vest is not just for teachers
Layering multiple types of clothing is a topic in itself. However, with smart casual outfits, it will give you a whole new arsenal of ammunition that not everyone has. The hit of this fall are knitted cardigans , which look great with jeans or even suit trousers. Complete them with a thick, even tweed jacket and a winter outfit that will not only be stylish, but also super comfortable is born.
The suit is forever alive
Wait, we mentioned that the work suit is dead, why are we starting with it again now? Few people think that a suit doesn't necessarily have to be starched, on the contrary, you can create not one, but several outfits from it. You have a jacket and trousers that you can break out and suddenly they solve two painful wounds in a row. Want to lighten up your outfit a little? Forget the jacket at home and replace it with a contrasting sweater. One detail can go a long way. And in a week, for a change, wear jeans instead of suit trousers.
