The famous Orson Welles once wrote: “Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not caring anymore.” Sounds simple, right? In reality, we find ourselves in front of our closets almost every day, not knowing what to wear. How do these men manage to look so good all the time? To help you out a little, we’ve collected the best tips from the most stylish men in the history of the world, and hopefully, thanks to them, you’ll be one step closer to “not caring.”
Steve McQueen
An absolute legend, he's probably more famous for his sense of style than his movies. McQueen is the man we all secretly want to be. Fast bikes, race cars and confidence to boot; simply a rugged aura mastered to perfection. That's what Steve McQueen always did best.It's proof that you don't need bold patterns and colors to make an impression. Beige chinos, a solid-colored sweater , and black Persols are all you need to live life.
Paul Newman
No other man can look so effortlessly cool in a black tie outfit. Despite his many tough guy roles, Paul Newman was very dignified off the screen. And perhaps it was this combination of two personality opposites that made him always look so great in a simple black suit and white shirt.Stand out from the blue suit crowd and wear a classic black with a white shirt. A simple, classy outfit never fails Paul, so why should you?
Prince Charles
He may be a prince, but to us, he will always be the king of British tailoring. Prince Charles is always showing what it means to be perfectly dressed, in a suit that fits like a member of the royal family. Whether he's heading to dinner with the Prime Minister or out hunting in Scotland, you can be sure that the prince will always look his best.Take a good look at His Highness and you'll immediately see that the key is the cut, no matter what it is. Next time you go shopping, remember that any suit will look great when it fits you perfectly. Talk, listen, or better yet, invite your tailor for a drink, because he's the magician behind it all.
Alain Delon
A list of stylish men simply wouldn't be complete without mentioning our boss, Mr. Alain Delon . The symbol of the French Riviera, la dolce vita style and the French equivalent of the Italian Sprezzatura. Alain Delon always looks like he doesn't care, but whatever he wears makes sense in a strange way. Everything is perfectly coordinated and thought out. The task is harder than it might seem at first glance...Relax a little. Put on a white shirt , roll up the sleeves, unbutton one more button and enjoy life to the fullest, just like Delon.
Sean Connery
Who can dress better than James Bond? For us, the perfect Bond has always been Sean Connery, and it probably has something to do with the way he moved on screen. Before he first stepped onto the set of Dr. No, Connery was an avid student of Yal Malmgren, a body movement specialist. He taught Connery to move with “the menacing grace of a panther on the prowl,” as one critic described it.It's the little details that make the biggest impression, just like Connery's walk. Notice his cufflinks, his pocket square. Nothing flashy, just something that simply complements the outfit. Don't try to stand out in every situation, sometimes a thoughtfully put together outfit is all you need.
Mick Jagger
There's only one person in the world who can dress like Mick Jagger and not look ridiculous. That person is Mick Jagger. The crazy combination of giant stripes, super skinny jeans, and fluffy shirts is something that many people don't consider stylish. But, with Mick, it's not the clothes that are worth mentioning, it's his attitude that brings it all together in a strange way. After all, Jagger's attitude to life created the most legendary rock band of all time, so there must be something to that...It takes a lot of confidence to put on a circus hat and go to an audience with the Queen.And Mick has it in spades. He's a great example of how you wear things is just as important as what you wear. A tailored suit will look empty and boring without confidence, so forget about the endless rules for a moment and just enjoy life.