Arthur Ashe once said, “Clothes and manners do not make the man; but when he is made, they greatly improve his appearance.”
Accessories, as an important aspect of clothing and fashion, also do their part in making an outfit. The right accessories can elevate any basic ensemble into something memorable; choosing the wrong mix, however, can make you the joke of the social function you’re attending.
But worry no longer, we’re here to help! Keep reading for 4 accessories that will smarten up any wardrobe.
Must-Have Accessories for Every Man
A Classic Watch
A good-looking watch is one of the easiest ways to add some style to an outfit. Depending on the style you choose, a watch can be worn with almost anything.
However, one thing to keep in mind is matching the style of the watch to your clothing; like goes with like. So if your outfit is on the casual side, a sportier watch makes a great choice. For a formal affair, classic watches made with precious metal or something similar is ideal.
If you’re new to accessorizing, we recommend choosing a watch that straddles the line between casual and formal. This way you have the option of wearing your timepiece with as many outfits as you like. A piece from Cartier’s Calibre de Cartier collection, for example, will look great at both a black tie event and lunch with your girlfriend’s family.
Once you grow more confident in how you style your outfits, you may decide to add more styles to your watch collection to fit your personal taste.
A Simple Chain Necklace
Necklaces, like most other jewelry options for men, should be sleek and understated. After all, you may stand out in ways you don’t want if you show up to your corporate job with five chains hanging from your neck.
A simple gold or silver chain necklace, like one from John Hardy, would be a great choice. Use it to dress up a basic tee and jeans, or wear it with a button down and slacks for an eye-catching outfit.
A Sleek Ring (or Two)
As with necklaces, rings shouldn’t be too flashy if you don’t want to attract the wrong kind of attention. A simple style with minimal adornments is ideal — think plain bands with a bit of decorative engraving or two-tone rings that utilize different types of metal. Look to the rings offered by Thorn for some designs that stand out without being ostentatious.
An exception to this rule would be class rings or family heirlooms; these pieces are usually meant to be a little flashier and hold a deeper meaning for the wearer.
If you’re ready to take the next step, you can try wearing two rings on the same hand or stacking them for unconventional appeal. Then, watch heads turn!
A Distinctive Tie Bar
Tie bars are a stylish way to keep your tie in place during formal occasions, and if you choose a fun or meaningful design, they show off a bit of your personality as well.
We recommend buying several styles to go with all of your outfits. Depending on what metal you’re partial to, choose a tie bar or clip in silver or gold to match the metal accessories you own and may wear for formal occasions (this includes your watch, rings, and cufflinks!). Tacori carries many tie bar and clip styles wrought in sterling silver that would make for a great addition to any outfit.
When choosing a tie bar with a colorful design, make sure to wear it with formalwear that doesn’t clash with the colors on the accessory.
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We think that every man should have these four accessories in their closet, as they add instant style to any outfit. But what are your thoughts? Is there something you think is missing from this list? Let us know in the comments below!