It’s my guess that many men everywhere are frantic… We’re searching for the best possible way to still maintain the freedom of a Summer wardrobe, but eventually we’ll realize that it’s a lost cause - Fall is approaching its end, and we’re getting even closer to Winter.
Instead of looking at this time of transition as a time as a hindrance, embrace the possibility to freshen your look! There are many opportunities to change not only the way you display your holiday spirit, but the way you present yourself as well. Follow these tips for a more contemporary stance on the upcoming holiday season.
Color Palettes
Given the time of the season, everyone chooses to wear red and green. Traditional? Yes! Ground-breaking? Certainly not.
Even though red and green are an annual favorite for the holidays, doesn’t mean you have to keep up with the norm. Other hues can be just as interesting, and will certainly set you apart from the rest of the pack - after all, who wants to be clumped together in a stampede of red and green at those seasonal sales?
White, while classy and sophisticated is generally under-used unless you’re around snow. It’s the general consensus that this color (or lack thereof) blends too much with the surrounding environment, and usually is strayed away from. Don’t! Try white on for size, it could be the winning color that gives you an ambiance of refined elegance, all while allowing you to look modern as well as in style.
Blue, the color of melancholy, allows a lot of leniency on an outfit. Blue is very easy to coordinate with other colors, and is versatile as well. While others wear red and green, show them a side of your originality. I’d suggest something in the form of royal blue, periwinkle, sapphire or a subtle teal.
Purple is another color that is not as predominant around the holidays as it should be. Once a color reserved only for the royalty is now a color that can be used to show enthusiasm and passion for the Holidays. Not only is purple usable for many different purposes, but it exudes an air of intricacy and innovation. Being complex is never a bad thing, especially when you are wearing a shade of deep purple. Remember: the richer and deeper the tone, the better!
Casual or Refined?
It’s not unusual to dress up for the holidays. This is a time of the year to spend time with those you hold most dear. Special occasions, important events and festive parties are extremely abundant and typically require more exquisite attire. Up the classiness factor! Carefully decide where and for what you will be dressing up for - a family dinner is one thing, a Christmas party with your boss generally requires something with a little more substance.
When in doubt, go business-casual. A suit jacket with a t-shirt underneath is fantastic, not wearing those worn jeans with the elastic waistband is even better! Remember: this is the time of the year to impress others with your impeccable taste. Why risk an uncomfortable situation where you end up the only one not dressed up? By putting in a little more thought to your holiday wardrobe, you’ll dazzle others with your passion and zeal for such a special time of the year.
Go Crazy!
Well, not really - I actually mean that you should be unique. As each day of the holiday season passes, people will get closer and closer to that favorite holiday look: something resembling what would happen if Santa exploded.
Even though this is the time to dress to impress, it’s always nice to mix it up… and there are two ways you can do this.
1) Buy a ‘Flair’ item
Splurge. Indulge. Treat yourself! Even in these tough economic times, buy something expensive and extravagant that you can wear for a very long time that works with a variety of outfits and circumstances. Think of the ‘buy-now wear-forever’ aesthetic. The logic behind this is simple, if you buy something that makes you happy that you’ll be able to wear forever, you’ll have something that adds to and complements each outfit you wear. The benefit is two-fold, you’ll enjoy it and you’ll always have a piece for an outfit that will make you feel comfortable.
2) Do something crazy
It’s always nice to do something that nobody else is expecting or even considering. My current seasonal favorite: Gap’s idea for their 2008 Winter collection: use a scarf as a belt. It seems unconventional, because it is. It adds a little spice to a previously boring accessory.
Images Courtesy: The Gap
Give Some Holiday Cheer! We can always use a little more merriness in our lives! May the holidays find you merry and joyous!
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