A sartorial look at mens fashion

It would be a fair assumption to say men’s fashion is a much slower moving beast than that of the goliath that is women’s fashion. This is not to say men’s style has not changed recently, there are many new styles that have crept up into the wardrobes of stylish guys.

For instance, there has been a shift towards a more put together look. This doesn’t mean you have to wear dress clothes, just put some thought into your outfit. Here are some easy pieces to put together before you head out the door. Don’t worry it takes less than ten minutes so you can still sleep up until you absolutely have to leave for class.

Legend has it guys like pockets, a lot of pockets. Since the weather is getting cooler there is a remedy for both pockets and weather. The cargo jacket has at least four pockets on the front and has a cool military look to it. Look for something a little structured and hits just below the waist. These jackets come in darker colors and khaki so you can wear it with just about anything.

Everyone loves their jeans, but maybe it’s time to give them a rest every once in a while. Corduroy’s are a good alternative and not as bad as when you were younger. Believe it or not cords can be cool as long as you find a pair that has a straight leg and in a navy, brown, or olive green if you’re more daring. Try pairing them with a flannel shirt or a simple v-neck tee. To top it all off here is something for your feet.

Sneakers are awesome and come in all shapes and styles, but so do boots. Nothing fancy of course, just mid top boots will do. There are a variety of styles from a hiking boot to utilitarian, just nothing chunky or really tall. Boots are great for the winter especially in the snow and allow you to change it up from wearing sneakers.

Style should be nothing to worry about too much, just take a moment to put a look together you feel comfortable in. Perhaps you may even start to attract the ladies when they notice your cool new attire, because let’s be honest that’s what truly matters.

Shoes, ohmygod shoes

They are the last thing you put on in the morning and the final key to completing your outfit; they are the shoes on your feet and they deserve to be acknowledged. This season, there are three styles to focus on and consider adding to your wardrobe.

The ankle boot or booties are a great way to wear high heels that stay on your feet and look great at the same time. Find one that cuts just below your ankle to give shape, or you could suffer from a look that resembles you foot being abruptly cut off.

Look for boots with studs on them for an edgy look or a lot of buckles. Ankle boot wedges are also a great option if you don’t want to teeter on spiked heels. If you are comfortable in heels, there are some beautiful high heels to check out.
This season, spiked heels were on the runway, but on the opposite spectrum was the straight block heel. The width of the heel makes it possible for these to reach heights of four to five inches, and your legs will thank you for making them look amazing. Check out the Louis Vuitton beauty pump for a great example of this heel.

Marilyn Monroe once said, “I don’t know who invented high heels, but all women owe him a lot.” She would definitely be thankful for these sky-high heels.

Something a little more grounding this season, but nonetheless chic, are riding boots. The popularity of boots has grown exponentially over the past few seasons. Walking into a shoe store, you will see several rows dedicated to the current fashion staple. Every girl needs a pair of boots and if you happen to be one of the few who has still not picked out a pair, you have no need to fret as you have the opportunity to get ahead of the game.

In the boot family, riding boots are your cool cousin who lives in New York, and when they come to visit always have a story to tell about how they met this awesome band that no one has heard of. Intriguing, no?

There are a variety of riding boot styles to choose from. Some things to look for are a low heel, nothing slouchy, buckles are always a nice touch and try a brown leather boot. Black is always a great color but it is everywhere and you don’t want to look like everyone else, right? Be a fashion individual.

After a day of walking in any of these shoes your feet may need a little therapy, so don’t forget to thank them for totally rocking these styles. The easiest way is by just running a hot bath and slipping those puppies in. The next day your feet will feel fully ready to strut down any street knowing full well that they look amazing.