One of the simple joys of life is learning how to build out your own personal and unique style. Fashion generally provides a way for people to show off an extension of their personality. The great thing about fashion is that it can be as extensive, minimalist, intentional, or simple as you want. The simple truth is that fashion can be anything you want it to be, and it can be a powerful way of supporting your confidence and even a form of self-love.
One of the reasons why some people may be intimidated by fashion and not pursue it in their lives is that it can seem intimidating. This can be especially difficult for men who may feel like they just don’t know enough to be ‘fashionable’. The good news is that fashion and style are things that you will naturally just gravitate towards. So it doesn’t take complexity to make your style stand out and be unique. Simply be yourself and wear what you want - it’s that easy.
One aspect of fashion that can help people develop their style and be addictingly fun to invest in is accessories. Accessories are fun ways to freshen up various outfits and create new looks. If you are a man who has been curious about how you can use accessories to define your style, here are three accessories you need to check out!
1. Wallets
Your trusty wallet is the first and most natural accessory to help define your style. The wallet has such a practical use that it may be hard to view as an accessory, but it is a powerful piece of your wardrobe that you use daily. Just because this item has a lot of practical use doesn’t make it any less an essential part of your style.
One of the best parts about a wallet is its variety. Wallets can come in almost unlimited sizes, colors, and types. If you don’t enjoy having a traditional wallet in your back pocket, combining your wallet with your phone case is a popular choice for combining two items.
Other advantages to wallets are that they can be large or small. If you love to carry around a lot of cash, then having a more traditional folded-style wallet could be for you. At the same time, if you hardly ever carry cash and enjoy a minimalist look and feel, using a clip-style wallet provides the room you need for your necessary cards without taking up excess space.
Another factor that plays a vital role in how your wallet impacts style is the material you use. You can never go wrong with brown leather for a more traditional and timeless look. However, a grey or black, full-grain soft leather can complement a more laid-back and business-formal aesthetic.
2. Jewelry
Even though jewelry might be more associated with traditionally feminine aspects of fashion, men’s jewelry is a growing and extensive market. More and more men are becoming comfortable with adding jewelry to their style, and to some degree, this has always been the case. Even traditionally styled necklaces like the exquisite Authentic Tibetan bracelet, Cuban chain, or accent rings have long been considered valid accessories for men.
The benefit of using jewelry as an accessory is that you can subtly change up an entire look. The right necklace, ring, bracelet, or piercing can change an entire fit. What’s more, is that the world of men’s jewelry is a huge and dynamic one. There are seemingly limitless options and styles that men can choose from when it comes to finding the perfect piece of jewelry to accessorize their look.
3. Outerwear
Outerwear represents a huge variety of accessory options from hats to jackets and scarves. All of these items can be perfectly paired to the year's season, and they can go with various outfits. When it comes to choosing your next jacket, hat, or even scarf, think about the normal color pallet that you typically wear and buy one that accents this.
Outerwear you typically use out of necessity can turn into statement pieces that can help you further define your style. This can also bring a whole new layer of enjoyment to the things you may typically only view as a utility.
Conclusion
Defining your style is a journey that’s well worth taking. It may take some trial and error, but it’s a journey that you should enjoy. Finding ways to creatively take accessories and make them pieces of your fashion may take some intentionality, but it’s well worth your time and effort.
WRITTEN BY
Jacob Maslow