Style guide for men: Society figure Honey Jargue Loop bares the rules to a well-dressed man

CEBU, Philippines - Why should an intelligent, confident  man concern himself with good grooming, decent attire  and proper  behavior?  Because it makes a world of difference. It is easy to spot accomplished men by the clothes they wear.

Clothing should be a pleasure, not a source of worry. What you wear should simply allow you to enjoy yourself more by helping you look  and feel good. The small investment of time and attention to your  looks can pay off in substantially increased happiness and higher income. It is a passport to the world where men can enjoy privilege and pleasure and seem at ease. They get faster and greater attention from clerks and waiters, more favorable looks from ladies, colleagues, clients, customers and friends tend to listen to them more readily because of their air of authority.

Dressing well and looking your best is quite simple and easy once you keep  these guidelines in mind.

Clothes Should fit: A lot of tall or thin men wear clothes that are too loose or too baggy. Not only does it look untidy, but it gives the appearance of being too thin. Another trick to break the tall silhouette is to wear pants with cuffs. Lastly if you wear a suit, the buttons should not be more than three; otherwise, you will look like you are wearing a uniform. 

Horizontal Stripes : Wearing shirts with horizontal stripes give the illusion that you have more body mass. Vertical stripes, however, can make you look taller and thinner than you already  are.

Go bespoke: If you are having trouble finding dress shirts that fit properly, don’t be afraid to try custom made shirts. Places like Mark and Spencer have sales a couple of times a year, and they are more affordable than you might think.

Prints: Do not go crazy with wild or bold prints. It is not a good idea no matter what your size is. 

Color: Avoid dressing in one color or monochromatic tones as it can be a little too intimidating.

Trousers: Deciding on details such as pleated or plain front, pockets, belted or beltless waist is the major factor in buying pants. Many men are reluctant to try pleated trousers because “they make you look fat”. Not necessarily. For a man whose waist is 30 to 32 inches, pleats can have the visual effect of making his legs look longer and his stomach flatter. For a man whose waistline is larger than 36 inches, pleated trousers can have a functional factor of comfort.

Investing in jeans: A good pair of jeans is an investment in the future because the longer they are worn, the better they look and feel. Two or three years after buying them, jeans will have molded to the body and been washed and worn to an appealing state. And you can wear them with almost everything you own. Denim jeans with a nice shirt and jacket make a modern statement. Jeans also look super with a plaid shirt or a button-down shirt.

Belts: The only guideline I might suggest here is that the larger your waist, the narrower the belt should be and the less riveting to the eye. But for a man who keeps his midsection under 36 inches, just about anything goes in belts.

Shoes: Nothing will help protect your dress shoes more than a pair of shoe trees. And this is not a suggestion but a must. They help shoes keep their shape and also help take moisture away from the shoes. The last thing to do is replace the soles when needed. TURN TO NEXT PAGE..

Don’t let them get to the point where they are falling off.

Definitely, appearances are not everything, you have to perform well either in business or relationships to succeed. But in a competitive and aggressive world, it pays to understand the importance of good  grooming and  appropriate  clothing. Investing the proper resources into your personal presentation will multiply your ability to succeed. 

CREDIT

All clothes available at Loalde, Ground Floor, Ayala Center Cebu

Shot on location at Cebu City Marriott Hotel, Cardinal Rosales Avenue, Cebu City (4115-800).

Fashion Stylist: Clint Holton Potestas

Models: Jarel Korber of Stacy’s Exclusives

Ray Ramos

HMUA: Monica Orellano

Photography: Clint Victor Caingles

Photo editing by: Christian Patrimonio