How to Look Good: Christmas Edition !!!
Yes, it’s that time of year again, already. It only seems like yesterday that you went to the church, enjoying christmas feel and happily ever after feeling from christmas. But sometimes a perfect moment can be ruined just because you picked the wrong outfit. People do stare at you , but not because they're impressed with you, but because they look at you as a fashion disaster? EEWWW!!
Here at FINE, you will no longer feel afraid of bad judgement given from strangers, you will love what will happen just because you choose the right outfit to wear.
Outfit Inspiration
Look 1: Shirt & Knitwear Combination
There was a thought about appropriate Christmas party outfits recently. Not every Christmas party is a formal affair; turn out you don't always need to wear formal outfit to go out there at christmas! it's all about fun from the start right?
A pair of jeans, a slim fit shirt (white or blue probably) and a good, chunky cardigan is a perfect combination whenever you need to wear it and where-ever you go. If you want to make that a little bit more interesting, try finding a shirt with some added details, a penny or rounded collar, or with a very light pattern such as the Reiss one shown below.
The best thing about this look is how versatile it is. Each part is interchangeable, so find the right combination for you and feel confident in the knowledge that you look good.
You don’t always need to be ‘the man’ at your Christmas party; not every party is the same and not everyone will appreciate or understand your best attempts at fashion forward dressing.
Outfit Inspiration:
- Reiss Earl Polka Dot Print Shirt White
- Allsaints Guard Cardigan
- Topman Dark Wash Vintage Slim Jeans
- Clarks Originals Suede Desert Boots
Key Pieces:
- Allsaints Brut Cigarette Jeans
- Reiss Mississippi Clean Raw Denim Indigo
- Jean.machine J.m-2 Straight-leg Raw Denim Jeans
- Selected Cardigan
- Funnel Neck Cardigan
- Rag & Bone Avery Cotton And Merino Wool-blend Shawl-collar Cardigan
- Allsaints Border Crew Jumper
- Asos Cable Knit Jumper
- Reiss Jupiter Merino Wool V-neck Jumper Aubergine
- Reiss Haque Suede Leather Wingtip Brogue Grey
- Opening Ceremony M1 Suede Desert Boots
- Sanders Snuff Brown Suede Bertie Desert Boots
Look 2: Utilising Accents
Lookbook: polo shirt with trousers, bold shoes, silk scarves, trend pieces like double brested and knitted jackets
If you do want to show off your fashionable wardrobe, or wear something you know that no one else will be wearing, try to keep things like those above.
Rather than shocking people with your outfit of bold colours, crazy patterns or luxurious textures, inject some interest through your shoes or accessories. A flash of colour at the wrist or something a little different on the feet is a great talking point and will exude just enough fashion forwardness to show off your knowledge and confidence. Likewise, a trend cut such as a double-breasted jacket (still in a muted colour) can be a subtle choice that hints you know what you are doing.
Should you choose to take this approach with something fairly substantial, like your shoes, keep the rest of your outfit nice and simple – let the shoes do all the talking. A polo shirt and a pair of tailored trousers is a great starting point and tucking that polo in is another small touch that will elevate it to a whole new level.
This combination is surprisingly smart, so mix in another of this season’s must haves – a knitted jacket – and you have something really usable and versatile.
Outfit Inspiration:
- Fred Perry Slim Fit Twin Tipped Polo Top
- Band Of Outsiders Double-breasted Wool Cardigan
- Allsaints Coimbra Trouser
- Acne Bleeker Contrast-sole Leather Derby Shoes
Key Pieces:
- Mr Hare Mens Wilde Loafer Shoe
- River Island Wedge Sole Brogues
- Mark Mcnairy New Amsterdam Navy Suede Yellow Danite Shoes
- Trickers Navy Brogue Monk Strap Shoes
- Topman Miller Suede Slim Soled Loafers
- Opening Ceremony Leather Oxford Shoes
- Reiss Jimmy Double Breasted Boiled Wool Blazer Navy
- Reiss Al Single Breasted Boiled Wool Blazer Dark Grey
- Hartford Knitted Wool Blazer
- Uniform Wares 200 Series 202/br-01 Calendar Wrist Watch
- Priestleys Vintage Scarlet Tootal Scarf
- Etro Printed Silk-twill Scarf
Look 3: Blazers & Roll Necks
We’ve already had two slightly more casual looks, so now it’s time to give in an extra shot with a whole different level of style.
For this look we have a small check list: Blazer? Check. Roll neck? Check. Smart trousers/chinos? Check. Smart shoes? Check. Just go all European on their arses.
Because this outfit is quite sharp, you can choose to keep things crisp and slim with Derbies or Oxfords, or on trend with monk straps or Chelsea boots. Keep things playful – you’ll find an outfit can be drastically altered simply by switching your footwear. Personally, I would stick to slim and refined but it really is up to you.
An important thing to remember here is just how formal your trousers are. Be wary of chinos that are too casual as this will change the whole aesthetic and might not suit the tailored upper half. To make sure you don’t experience this, you might find it easier to wear formal navy trousers.
If you can afford to, I would suggest you make a statement by wearing a checked or velvet blazer. Just make sure your workmates will appreciate it.
If the roll neck isn’t your thing, feel free to switch in a shirt and maybe even a club tie to add a preppy edge.
Outfit Inspiration:
- Reiss Next Prev Neptune Roll Neck Merino Jumper Dark Brown
- Sandro Prince Of Wales Check Wool Suit Jacket
- Topman Navy Textured Slim Trousers
- Allsaints Conduct Shoe
Key Pieces:
- Alan Paine Claret Linton Merino Roll-neck
- Allsaints Yale Cashmere Roll Neck
- Gant Rugger Jumper With Roll Neck
- He By Mango Prince Of Wales Check Blazer
- Paul Smith London Abbey Slim-fit Check Wool Blazer
- He By Mango Velvet Blazer
- United Colors Of Benetton Check Slim Blazer
- Topman Teal Velvet Skinny Blazer
- Hartford Camel Washed Velvet Jules Blazer
- Contemporary Style Tailored Trouser
- Vanishing Elephant Navy Classic Benedict Trousers
- Reiss Youngs T Formal Trousers Ink
Look 4: Formal Wear
I know for a fact that a few of you will want to wear a dressed down suit.
However, a word of warning – if you choose to go down this route, there are a few things to consider.
Do you wear a suit every day? Please don’t wear a work suit, go for something bold (only on the basis of the parameters set out previously being met and your colleagues appreciating it) or something classic but in a more statement colour and/or fabric. It’s worth remembering that not all navy suits look like business suits.
Once you’ve chosen your suit, look for ways to differentiate it from the kind of thing you would wear to work; whether this is through bold accessories, different textures or mixed aesthetics (such as a denim shirt and stand out shoes) is up to you.
Outfit Inspiration:
- Asos Denim Shirt
- Reiss Malt Retro Textured Suit Mid Brown
- Alexander Olch Plaid Woven-wool Pocket Round
- Asos Shoes With Wedge Sole Made In England
Key Pieces:
- Light Grey Plain Wool Tie Nick Bronson
- Burberry London Knitted Cotton Tie
- Reiss Dexter Bow Tie Navy
- He By Mango Slim-fit Shirt
- Reiss Zackery Long Sleeve Denim Look Shirt Blue
- Topman Blue Curve Collar Denim Shirt
- Topman Camel Liquid Ultra Skinny Suit
- Burton Montague Burton Taupe Slim Fit Heritage Suit
- Asos Slim Suit In Tweed
- Asos Slim Fit Suit In Herringbone Check
- Hampshire Slim Fit Fashion Suit Jacket
- Austin Reed Slim Fit Burgundy Sharkskin Jacket