Formal Dressing for Summer

Dressing formal can be grueling task in the summer heat, especially while traveling. The key to dressing smart in this season is all in the fabric. Light cotton or linen shirts are the best solution to the beat the heat for the corporate man.

A lighter or brighter colour also helps in bringing the temperatures down; and gentlemen don’t be afraid to wear pink.

White Mens Formal Shirt

A crisp white shirt is a must have in every guys closet be it formal or casual.

Royal Blue Mens Formal Linen Shirt

A linen shirt is comfortable and adds a classic style to your attire.

Light Pink Mens Formal Shirt

Now gentlemen, a pink shirt if carried with confidence can raise the bar on the style scale.

Sky Blue Dress Stripe Mens Formal Shirt

This season we see a lot of blue in various shades and patterns. So pick a shade that suits you best and flaunt this seasons colour for men.

Green and White Stripes Mens Shirt

Being summer, we must not forget the bright colours that this season brings. If bright shirt isn’t your style, add a dash of brightness with a vibrant tie and cuff links.

Check out Inkfruit’s Formals Shirts for Men

All Tied Up!

Last time we brought a little light on belts and how not to go wrong. Today, we’re gonna talk about ties and how it can make your whole outfit stand out.

As we mentioned earlier, the key to a winning ensemble is the attention to detail. With ties, it’s all in the patterns and colours.

Colours & Patterns:

It’s very important to choose the right colours in order to avert a fashion faux pas. Keeping in mind the summer season, you can opt for lighter colour shirts and pair them with either classic dark trousers or light colours as well.

The key to picking the right tie is in the colours, match your tie either with your shirt or trouser. If you’re wearing a blue shirt with black trousers, wear a tie that has accents of light blue or has a black background.

For a more daring look, you can opt for contrasting colours. Light blue shirt paired with a plain yellow tie will create an aura of confidence. The classiest look for this contrast of colours is with pattern ties. Embossed paisleys and vintage inspired patterns will speak volumes.

Cuffs:

Another way to sunk up your corporate clothes is cufflinks. You don’t always need to go bling with this accessory, for everyday office life you can try these super trendy Chinese Knot cufflinks; they come in a range of colours. You can also opt for minimalistic metal cufflinks or add a little fun with stormtrooper cufflinks.

There are many combinations that you can try out, so get creative and be interesting!

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Looping in Style!

Accessories play a big role in dressing up, and especially so when it involves formal attire.  The key to a successful formal ensemble is attention to detail. Today, we’re going to show you the finer aspects of wearing belts.

Make your Match!

Always remember to match your belts with your shoes. So if you’re wearing a tan belt, wear tan shoes.

Texture, Texture, Texture!

 When matching your belts and shoes, contrasting textures don’t work together well. So keep it simple and chic with similar textures. So if you’re wearing smooth leather shoes, compliment them with smooth leather belts.

Buckle it up!

What good is an elegant belt if your buckle is made for the cowboys? Keep your belt buckles minimalistic, and leave the big and bulky for casuals or even better, the garbage bin!

Match made in Fashion Heaven.

The best way to ensure that your belts and shoes are matched to perfection, buy belts when you buy your shoes.

Size Matters!

That’s right guys, size does matter especially when choosing a belt. Make sure that your belt is always one size bigger than your waist.

T. L. C.

Taking care of your belt ensures a longer durability. Don’t leave your belts in your trouser loops, hang them loose and not buckled up, this prevents the leather from cracking and breaking.

Braces & Belts.

Although, both these accessories accentuates your style, never and we mean never, wear them together. Trust us on this.

It’s about time you start playing matchmaker and you’re sure to catch the eye of everyone around. :)

Check out Inkfruit’s Leather Belts –

Black Reversible Leather Belt

Centre Stitched Leather Belt

Diamond Cuts Leather Belt

Tips for a Perfect First Date

The first date can be nerve wracking, but it doesn’t necessarily have to end in disaster. We’re here to help you prepare for a smooth, stress free first date…

A Good Night’s Sleep

Be well rested, the best way is to get a good sleep the night before. You wouldn’t want to be looking sluggish and lethargic.

Well Groomed

Shave, shower, cologne and tweeze 4 simple things, follow them religiously and you won’t go wrong. Although, be careful with the cologne, too much of it may just kill the atmosphere.  

 

What to wear?

How you dress is very important, strengthen your features by wearing the right clothes. When your dressed well your more confident starting off the date on an encouraging note. Keep in mind the occasion, dress smart, shirts are your safest bet.  

Chivalry

They say chivalry is dead, we say it’s not; chivalry just needs to be woken up…  No matter how independent a woman is, etiquette is always appreciated. Open the door for her, pull out her chair, give her your jacket if she’s cold, but don’t go too far with it. It’s the small gestures that show you’re thoughtful and knows how to treat a lady.

Pay for the Date

Offering to pay is the best gesture of being a gentleman, it’s a good way to know how the date is going. If she insists on paying her share, let her. She probably doesn’t want to feel obligated to you in any way. A good sign for this would be the single fake-wallet-grab.

 

The basics like etiquette, courtesy and chivalry haven been embedded into us, all thanks to our upbringing. These are just a few guidelines to remind us of how to be a true gentleman.

Good Luck on your Date and future ones that may follow…   :)