Going off of my post from yesterday, not long after I give someone my 15 style rules/guidelines, I inevitably hear the question:
“So where do I start?”
A simple question like that lends itself to a simple answer, so I developed my corresponding 15 basics that every man should own. You can find a list of basics for a man’s wardrobe at any of the sites under the blogroll or a thousand other places, but this is just my spin on a list that has proved tried and true:
1. A gray and white t-shirt
2. A blue and black polo
3. A v-neck sweater in a neutral color (navy, grey, brown or black ideally)
4. The best-fitting pair of jeans you can find
5. The best fitting pair of khakis you can find
6. Brown and black belt
7. Brown and black shoes that are good for multiple outfits
8. One great suit (can’t go wrong with navy or grey, especially pairing items with it – and makes sure you take it to be tailored)
9. One navy blazer (dresses up a lot of things, including jeans)
10. Slim cut white and oxford blue dress shirt
11. Two solid ties
12. Athletic shoes (not tennis shoes or basketball shoes, athletic shoes)
13. An athletic/gym outfit
14. Socks – navy, black, white, brown, khaki, and argyle
15. One multi-purpose coat (think pea-coat that can be for casual or business)
