How To Rebuild Your Casual Wardrobe As An Adult Man

Timestamps:
0:00 - How To Rebuild Your Casual Wardrobe As An Adult Man
0:27 - Law of wardrobe constraints
1:10 - Rule #1
1:38 - Rule #2
1:55 - Rule #3
2:08 - Rule #4
2:40 - Rule #5
2:58 - Sponsor
5:00 - Reasons to build your wardrobe
7:38 - Assess your wardrobe
11:29 - Go through your clothes
12:25 - Piece outfits together
15:47 - How many outfits can you get from your clothing pieces?
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[awesome]

Got sober from herion! Always loved dressing up, but ended up pawning off all my nice clothing to support my addiction. Took a job working at Macys, ended up getting promoted to assistant manager of Tailored Suits and Mens Clothing! Life is amazing !

[wynonasbigbrowndragon]

One day I realized that I'm a 30 something father that hasn't changed up the band t-shirts and loose jeans that I found comfortable since my teens.

[ajstyyled]

If there is one piece of advice I could give for rebuilding a wardrobe, it would be having a plan. I lost about 120 lbs, had no clothes that fit, and at the same time in my career, I took a 36 y/o man as far as I could go wearing jeans and band t's. I got my bonus and decided I was going to rebuild my entire wardrobe. The first thing I did was start watching RMRS on YouTube to actually learn what style is. I also can't say enough about the RMRS face book community for learning about style and what works for you. Then I decided my budget. And I decided on $2, 500. Once I had a plan, and a budget, I could watch the items I wanted for price and take advantage of sales. In the long run, $2, 500 might seem like a lot, but in the 2 years sense I started with that, I've about doubled my annual salary and have moved up 2 positions at work. It obviously wasn't all the clothes that did it, but I had a newfound sense of confidence in myself that has taken me pretty far. The "halo effect" is also very real as I find people generally give me more respect when I look like a boss. All in all, that $2, 500 was the best investment in myself I ever made.

Custom fitted Navy 3 piece suit (Mens Warehouse$500)
Custom fitted Gray 3 piece suit (Men's Warehouse $500)
Dark blue 501's (Levi's $50)
Black 501's (Levi's $50)
4 custom fitted dress shirts (Light blue, White, White french cuff, Black) (Mens Warehouse $60 each/$240)
2 pairs of chino's (tan and white) ($50 each)
Anson belt 3 pack (Brown, Black, Light brown) (silver and gold buckle) ($100)
Thursday boots Chukka (black) ($150)
Thursday boots Captain (brown) ($200)
Thursday boots Monk double monk strap (Brown) $175
Polo's (Black, Gray, Green) ($50 each)
Then I put the remaining $250+ into my accessories (never forget the accessories)

I've sense added a few pieces, but the combos I've been able to pull from this is like endless.

[louiswinterhoff]

I just want to look good. I'm Catholic and go to mass every Sunday, and I have always worn a suit. A few things I've noticed is that I feel better, I act better, and people treat me differently. I get compliments often when I go out into public spaces while wearing one of my two suits. Also, people don't just see me, I do not just represent myself. When they see me I do represent myself, but I also represent my family and my faith, my church. So I want to represent well.

[russwhaley]

I just started on a complete rebuild. After a decade that contained divorce and bankruptcy, it was time to get myself and my life on a better track. I started by taking off 180 pounds for starters... and man, do I need clothes! I'm going a piece at a time, but am excited for the possibilities. This video has some great teaching. Thanks, Antonio!

[smittyrocks]

Separated from the military after 12 years and realized I have no outfits for work. Had to slowly build my wardrobe over the past few months. Going from uniform to what I WANT to wear is such a great freedom that not many people will understand lol

[Lancelot]

I just got out the Marines this year and I have been really trying to up my wardrobe after not buying clothes for years. Your videos have helped me so much and when I apply your tips/knowledge, I have gotten compliments. Civilian side has been difficult, but I feel that Marine confidence walking into interviews when I know I look good. Semper Fi brother!

[tonyfondacaro]

For me, 75% of rebuilding my wardrobe was down to finding a brand that fit me correctly. I have a slimmer build with long torso and arms so I always bought a size larger to make it “fit properly.” Problem is I look like I’m swimming in my clothes. A friend recommended I try tall sizes and lo and behold, Medium Talls fit me perfectly. I narrowed it down to two brands: Banana Republic and Eddie Bauer.. BR for more formal and going-out clothes, EB for lounging around the house, the yard, and running quick errands. It is amazing how much more confidence I have just wearing clothes that I know look and fit better.

[Invinciblemoron]

Started the change with the proverb "Dress for the job you want, not the job you have". Now I have the job, and I didn't need to scramble to meet the new dress code.

What I didn't expect was how much changing the wardrobe changed the day to day frame of mind. No clue if it's psychologically the act of making the change or just being in different clothes, but it has been a noticeable change for the better.

[arty_lerry]

I'm 26 and finally decided it's time to invest in some good looking clothes and shoes.
Learning so much stuff. I didn't expect it.
The fitting, the fabrics, the quality, the styles, etc.
Most of my clothes and shoes were from syntetic materials.
Starting by looking for online deals. And looking at materials and brands.

[blondspike]

I’ve just turned 48. I’ve always taken care of my skin and exercised so looked younger than my years. Over the last year or so, looking in the mirror I can see both the younger me and the future older me coming through in my reflection and I like what I’m seeing. I’m changing up my look from more youthful to more mature but still on trend. I can take the time patiently but looking forward to the ageing me. I want the future me to be and look vital, relevant and on trend. Great videos; please keep them coming! Love from Australia. 👍🏻

[freddyaramirez]

One of my first jobs out of school back in 2019, my then boss told me something that i learned not to just carry in my career, but as my very personal self. He told me “not to sell myself, short.” That’s part of why I choose to have a wardrobe, and make my “uniform.” To carry myself with character, Which would be seen in my wardrobe. Most of the time, Casual button downs combined with boots, and always jeans or chinos. I felt more mature wearing that, and actually feel good in it. Also reflected my office desk job, in the design and construction field of work. To show a sense of my character, and to not sell myself short in life in any field, that is my why.

[RogunK]

I'm on a keto diet right now and my goal is around 160 from 212. Been watching a lot of these videos recently and decided to change my style while I'm at it since I'm going to need new cloths anyway. I'm going with budget cloths while I lose weight because I'm going to be changing sizes again soon. Guides like this really help me zero in on how much of each type of clothing items I need and how to mix and match my sets to maximize my wardrobe for both now and when I reach my goal.

[VelliHaven]

Wow, this vid has the best timing. I moved to another city recently, went though renovation and also gained moderate amount of muscle, so i gotta remake a lot of my wardrobe. Definitely can use this advice to complete my wardrobe, cheers

[bullpup]

I've been doing these for years. Especially buying articles that were not one hit wonders. You can buy cheap, but you have to know when and where. Rebuilding is a real thing. Had to do it a few times in my life. It can be fun though 🙂

[victorgomez]

Just started watching your videos, and without being aware of it, this is the video that I needed to watch. I am going to slowly build because I haven't changed style more than decade. Thank you for the tips!

[biblicallyaccuratecockroach]

I'm not a man, but I do follow men's style channels like yours and GG; I like GG for their classical inspiration and your more modern tips to balance it a bit better. Men's fashion changes slower than women's since it focuses more on function vs form, while women's fashion tends to have it reversed because _WaMaN mUsT lOoK hAwT_ is still too ingrained in culture, and what is "hawt" changes with the season, and nowadays with the week, literally, it's called microtrends and it's awful. The few women's style channels that I follow (that aren't just outright historybounding lol) focus on the same base things you keep pressing: fit is the most important thing in an outfit, and it pays in many different ways to invest in a few well-fitting pieces than a ton of meh- or ill-fitting trash. Female bodies have a lot more variables to take into account when fitting, which makes custom the best option for most women but out of price range for all but a few, especially with the push to fast-fashion to even have a chance to ride the trends. If more people saw their wardrobes as more than just cloth to cover your modesty in public, but as something that can make you look your best and can help you feel your best less people would hate their bodies and themselves.

[dandydiagoras]

I had a combination of reasons five years ago: I became a father and a teacher, and there were some intense developments in my private life. I just didn't want to wear baggy clothes or student-like outfits anymore. In stead, I opted for a classic look. I always liked shirts and blazers, but now I really went for it and even started to wear neck ties. Perhaps it makes me stand out like a dandy, especially since most male teachers simply wear jeans, hoodies and sneakers around here, but I never regretted my choice. (As a side note, it turns out that it inspired some students, and plenty of people apparently like a classic look, but they just don't take the step.)

[aboutthat]

I'm rebuilding my wardrobe as part of levelling up my lifestyle and this is where minimizing can be so much more. I want to open my wardrobe and know I'm not skipping past clothes I've never and will likely never wear, I want to look good by simply changing it up. Also yeah big re-composition of my body all my pants even tailored ones was always 32" I'm now around 28". Thank you for creating this video and sharing with the world :)

[leviwithan_n]

I really like this video, it asks questions that I've never asked myself when it comes to my style as well as helps me narrow down what I like