Menswear essentials are more stable than womenswear essentials, which means getting them right pays off for longer.
Fit at the shoulder decides everything
It is the one measurement a tailor cannot easily change. Buy for the shoulder and alter the rest.
Two trousers, one jean
Chinos or wool trousers in two neutrals plus dark jeans covers work and weekend for most men.
Three shoes, no more
Leather shoes, boots and clean trainers. A fourth pair almost always duplicates one of the three.
The near-universal list
The near-universal list
- 3 t-shirts in white, navy and grey
- An oxford shirt
- A fine merino crew neck
- Chinos or wool trousers
- Dark straight-leg jeans
- An overshirt or chore jacket
- A coat for your climate
- Leather shoes, boots and clean trainers