TOP 6 SARTORIAL MISTAKES MEN MAKE

In this video we respond to a viewers question about the often observed sartorial issues encountered by the intentionally well-dressed man.

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[MrHammyHunter]

I once wore a tweed jacket, chinos and white shirt to a work night out. A colleague turned up in a similar outfit. But I had a pocket square. Someone said he was the 'council' version of me. 😂

[theoldman]

Ash, your point about having the confidence to be intentionally well-dressed is such a valid one. Along the way, there were many times when I put the jacket back on the hanger or took out the pocket square, etc before I left the house. As someone who was never the best-dressed man in the group, I decided last year to step up my style game. Now, wearing a navy blazer, or a wool sports jacket seems quite natural. And I am always the only one with a pocket square. Have a great weekend all.

[stephanesurprenant]

"I'm going to look like a fool."

First of all, just think about how little thought you spend on what others do. Second of all, if there's one man wearing a well fitted suit in a room and you have no other information than it is a meeting, what do you think? You don't think he's a clown; you assume he's their boss.

The association of a suit is with wealth, power, status, prestige. So just put on that outfit you like, walk into that room and if anyone asks why the suit, just say it's Wednesday. I just love how Raphael from GG had this story about him and his wife going to a new restaurant dressed to the nines where it's so unusual for people to dress up the waitress asked them where they were going and they answered "here."

So, that's what I told my wife. We'll just dress up and hit a restaurant or a bar regardless of what kind of place it is. People will just have a good stare and we won't care. Otherwise, we'd always be dressing sloppily because that's what everyone does all the time -- sometimes even at weddings and funerals.

[padre]

My grandfather raised me to always be a gentleman. That meant dressing well and showing self respect. Unfortunately here in the US, a lot of men no longer have a desire to dress appropriately. I cringe every time I see grown men walking around in public wearing pajama bottoms, or t-shirts with vulgarity splashed across their chests. It is very refreshing to watch a channel such as yours and know that there are still men who desire to still be gentlemen and dress accordingly. I thank you sir.

[iangreenwood]

One of the new fashion statements that drives me crazy is when a well dressed man wearing nice shoes doesn’t wear socks or the socks are so small it gives the appearance they aren’t wearing them - this totally ruins the look in my opinion and has the same effect on me as someone dragging their nails down a chalkboard

[markywellsboy]

The confidence issue is an excellent point. I watched this yesterday before embarking on a day out. I am currently transitioning my wardrobe and each time I go out I get a little nervous. One of my best friends of many years greeted me with, "so this is day wear now, is it?" All in good fun and I held my nerve.
I was sporting a pair of cotton jeans that I've had for some time, but Chapped it up with a grey wool sports jacket, Oxford shirt, waistcoat and Loake boots. I even topped it off with a fob watch. All on a tight budget.
I grew in confidence as the day progressed, got a couple of admiring glances and even a comment from one young lady, "oooh, you look smart!" It's been a long time since that has happened, lol.

Stay strong and keep your faith, Chaps.

[flasherol]

Good morning, sir. I'm ready to sit back and enjoy your video while having a coffee. Have a great weekend.

[kevincorby]

Love the content. One thing I never do is unpick my suit jacket pockets.Stops me putting items in them, to spoil the line. Not the internal pockets just the hip pockets.

[Larry-qzes]

My favorite saying from George Fraizer, former style editor of Esquire "Wanna know how well a man is dressed? Look down at his shoes."

[kesfitzgerald]

Your last point is salient. The need to conform is so strong and naturally so when young.

As I have aged I have acquired a wardrobe suitable for most social occasions, along with a very patient seamstress, and I can say with confidence that I am able to dress appropriately and well.

Many an evening I have gone out on a social excursion, and perfect strangers, very often younger people, have gone out of their way to give compliments. At first I was taken aback at the attention and tended to be a bit self deprecating but over time, I learnt to smile and say, "thank you".

A bit slow on the uptake, I have realised that whilst I enjoy dressing well, the enjoyment is not always all mine.

[lynn]

I love it. Last week, a lady came up to me and said that I am always so snazzy! I thanked her and knew that I was on my way to Chap Nirvana. And yes, I was by far the best dressed man in the room.

[ronaldpoppe]

Ash. Great advice as always. Fit is King and I agree one of my biggest pet peeves is seeing pant legs spilling all over the shoe. Also have to agree fully with you on owning your look. Lead by example and others will follow. A fellow co-worker the other day said how nice I looked and the other associate next to him said he always looks nice. That is what you're striving for. I have also been able to mentor a couple of young gentlemen. And one in particular is always texting me asking my advice. Cheers Ron

[misteroz]

I’ve followed a number of men’s style channels over the years, and I think it’s the first time anyone has mentioned ironing - but it’s absolutely fundamental! Great video, a pleasure to subscribe.

[andrewrollinson]

I spent my teenage years in jeans and a flannel. Then I spent my adult life wondering what to wear, and just feel back on what I knew. Now, I get a lot of joy living an intentionally well-dressed life.

[sipes]

I have to tell you, when I dress better I feel better. You are correct about having the self-esteem to dress well. If you value yourself properly, you'll dress well to make the external appearance match the internal value. I think that's the thing about dressing well that I didn't understand for years.

[wordupmybrotha]

I bought a fedora about 4 months ago because I like the men's look from the 1950s. I don't see anyone wearing it in Los Angeles, so I have to muster up the courage every time I wear it.

[martincrean]

Hi Ash. Thanks a million again from Ireland. I devour every single word of your advice..

[ludwigalmedal]

Thank you Ash for your advises! I (22 years old) have always tried to dress up and think of my appearance, but since I started to watch at your superb tutorials have I stepped up a game! Adding the pocket square or the tie for instance make you look shaper.
So again, thank you and keep the good work up!

[antonylaing]

I put a new cover on my ironing board yesterday. I iron all my clothes including those worn for sporting activities as they fit better without distracting creases.

A coach, who went on to do great things, once told me that taking care of your equipment and arriving with purpose as though you belong there, is the first step in the psychological game, particularly where confidence is critically important to both performance and safety.

[karltheheretik]

I just discovered this channel, and I think it's BRILLIANT! I've been upping my style game because I'm 54 and need to stop dressing like a 16-year old metalhead from the 80's. I've been taking in several style-mavens in the US, but I love harkening back to our style roots from across the pond. Love it!