Since the beginning of civilization, the relationship between humans and clothing has been inseparable. Modern attire offers more diverse choices and can be styled according to different occasions to reflect one's unique style. Below are some key points regarding dressing appropriately:
1. The quality of clothing is more important than quantity. It’s better to have fewer clothes of higher quality rather than a closet full of low-quality items. This enhances confidence in personal appearance; hence, focusing on quality over quantity is a long-term philosophy for dressing well.
2. Before hanging clothes, ensure that the pockets are empty to avoid unnecessary weight. Use a clothes brush to remove surface dust and hang them in a ventilated area. Bath steam can help restore fabric elasticity, but avoid frequent dry cleaning processes.
3. Pay attention to small details in overall appearance. For instance, the cuffs of long-sleeve shirts should extend slightly beyond the sleeves of a suit jacket, which conveys an elegant and clean taste.
4. When wearing a suit jacket, if there is noticeable wrinkling when tucking in a shirt, suspenders can help prevent wrinkles. Unique suspenders can add distinction, but color coordination must be cautious to avoid abruptness.
5. While sitting, avoid having socks sliding down or exposing the lower leg between pants and shoes.
6. Avoid unnecessary decorations such as flashy shoes or oversized belt buckles, as they can disrupt the overall harmony of an outfit.
7. Avoid exaggerated accessories like watches. For example, dive watches or casual date-display watches may not be suitable for office settings or formal dinners.
8. Different styles of shirts should be paired with different types of ties or bow ties. The size of the bow tie should match the shirt collar. A wider collar can pair with a looser, larger bow tie (Windsor knot), while a narrower collar should have a smaller bow tie or single knot for balance.
9. Shirt cufflinks, pocket watches, tie clips, rings, necklaces, etc., should maintain color coordination. If using gold cufflinks or other accessories, avoid silver ones to maintain visual consistency.
10. When wearing formal suits or tailcoats, double-cuff shirts (French cuffs) with two buttons are appropriate. Additionally, the shirt sleeves should extend about two centimeters beyond the suit jacket sleeves. Otherwise, it may appear that the shirt cuffs are worn out or hidden due to dirt.
11. When traveling abroad, respect local customs and adapt your attire accordingly. For example, in Italy, many businesspeople wear elegant suits in formal settings. Wearing overly traditional suits might seem too rigid. Observing local dress codes garners respect.
12. Use accessories correctly. For instance, pocket squares are necessary accessories for formal suits or tuxedos and should not be used as handkerchiefs. Always carry a separate handkerchief. Also, the pattern of the pocket square should differ from that of the tie or bow tie.
13. The length of a suit jacket should align with the tip of the thumb when arms are naturally hanging by the sides.
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