Accessories and the Details That Matter
Small details can lift an outfit. A well-chosen suit and shirt form the foundation, but accessories reveal more of your own taste. Think of it like the 80/20 rule: just as 20% of clients can account for 80% of success, seemingly tiny accessories can visually double an outfit's impact. How do you make a small addition count?
Cufflinks
Do not overlook cufflinks with a suit. Their metal can echo your watch and belt buckle. Even with a conservative outfit, they offer room for a little personality or humour.
Lapel pins
A lapel decoration gives a jacket personality, from flowers to pins and brooches. If you wear one often, ask for a small lapel opening and thread loop to hold it; that can help avoid damage from a blunt pin.
The tie
A tie is a familiar part of business dress. Pick a colour that works with your pocket square or even the stitching around the jacket's sleeve buttonholes. For a change, consider an Ascot tie or a bow tie.
The pocket square
Choose a pocket square that complements the tie and shirt without using exactly the same fabric as the tie. It can also add colour to a smart casual outfit.
Read more about pocket squares in this article.
Socks (Happy Socks)
Colourful socks, including Happy Socks, can draw the eye towards well-kept shoes and tie together colours in an outfit. Nautical stripes, for example, can echo an anchor-shaped lapel pin and dark blue fabric cufflinks.
If you are interested in men's accessories, you may also enjoy How to Use Men's Accessories for a Polished Look
The tie clip
A tie clip may sound old-fashioned, but it remains a useful detail. There are many shapes to choose from; match the metal to your belt buckle for a coordinated look.
Our style consultants can help you combine accessories and define your own look. For more ideas, read our guide to nine men's accessories that help you stand out.
Carefully chosen accessories can lift an outfit and express your personality. Often, it is the details that make the difference.
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