Don’t Clash Colors
If you pay close attention to how many people dress when approaching men’s fashion, it becomes increasingly obvious that one of the biggest mistakes people make is wearing colors that clash. Clashing colors are not only garish and unattractive, but they can literally make a person look like a caricature of themselves. Many people take this route because they are looking to make a statement, but to say that this is a poor idea could not be further from the truth. Clashing colors can easily find their way into an ensemble, but it doesn’t always have to be as problematic as many people make it out to be. Consider the following aspects of what makes clashing colors so unattractive, as well as ways in which you might be able to avoid this common problem.
Clashing Tops and Bottoms
Clashing colors can come in a variety of different forms. More often than not, however, they occur when people try to combine tops and bottoms that simply don’t match up. These types of clashes can be rather subtle; black trousers with a brown dress shirt, for example. In more casual scenarios, however, clashing can be exceptionally noticeable. Bright pants with an even brighter shirt, for example, can make someone look absolutely ridiculous. While it’s true that creating contrast between tops and bottoms can be an effective way to turn heads and make you look more attractive, taking things too far is never a good idea and will do nothing but take away from your overall appearance.
Clashing Accessories
Another thing that can easily cause clashing to occur is accessorizing incorrectly. Learning how to accessorize properly isn’t always easy, but it is an essential part of ensuring that your menswear ensembles remain cohesive. For example, if you’re wearing a relatively neutral ensemble and you combine it with either a bright pocket square or even a bold hat, you might be getting more than you bargained for with the ensemble. These pieces can make one’s appearance not only unattractive, but disorienting as well. Accessories can of course help to make one look better, but this only happens when they are properly and respectively used.
Avoiding the Mistake
If you want to avoid the mistakes outlined above, you can rest easy knowing that there are plenty of different ways to go about doing so. The best route to take is to pay close attention to every element of each ensemble, taking note of whether or not the colors mesh well with one another. If there’s even a chance that you might be dealing with two elements that clash, it’s best to edit one and find a better fit. You should also be sure to play close attention to the nuances of accessorizing. For example, pocket squares should add contrast when worn with suits without looking completely out of place. Avoiding color clashing has a high learning curve but once you figure it out, you’ll never forgot it.
Other Fashion Faux Pas You Should Avoid:
Bad Socks
The Tacky Dress Shirt
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