wardrobe

"Building a proper wardrobe is like building a home.  Indeed, you should think of it like a home, because it is something you're going to live in.  It must be comfortable and suit all your needs."
        - Edith Head


The simple wardrobe

A wardrobe should be simple, practical and fashionable (by your own standards, of course).


Casual - simple, functional and practical

The casual part of my wardrobe is very eclectic - I can assemble a 1990's grunge era look with the same items I go camping in or throw on for a party with friends.  I've used this part of my wardrobe to dress as pirate and a hippie for Halloween.  I'm not sure if that's saying anything good about my clothes, however...


  • Pants (jeans and cargos)
  • Short sleeve shirts (t-shirts and button-ups)
  • Long sleeve shirts (button-ups and pull-overs)
  • Jacket (should go with pretty much any outfit)
  • Belt (one black, one brown)
  • Shoes (brown boots, canvas slip-ons)


Work - stylish, traditional and comfortable

This is the portion of my wardrobe I always struggle with.  I find men's dress clothes to be very uncomfortable and up-tight.  Since my day job requires a suit and tie, I'm always trying to find better items I won't hate wearing for 10 hours straight - I have yet to find anything I truly love.


  • Suits (one black, one blue, one brown)
  • Shirts (two white, two pattern, two colored)
  • Belt (one black, one brown/burgundy)
  • Shoes (one black, one brown/burgundy)
  • *Style tip = Belts and shoes should match; i.e. brown belt along with brown shoes.  More on this and other tips later on...)


Base - soft, nonrestrictive and durable

I know it's just underwear, but it's important.  These items are usually the easiest to find favorites for since there doesn't seem to be a whole lot of variety available.  I have both V-neck and regular t-shirts, but I prefer the V.  Underwear is a personal matter (and varies on your outfit and activity; i.e. Boxers are not the best choice if your running.


  • Undershirts (V-necks and regular, White)
  • Underwear (boxers and boxer-briefs)
  • Socks (athletic, dress and casual)
  • Handkerchiefs (casual and dress)


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