Vintage-Inspired Wardrobe Basics Every Man Needs
Vintage-Inspired Wardrobe Basics Every Man Needs
By: MC Middleton
Men’s fashion, unlike women’s fashion, has remained relatively unchanged throughout the last 100 years. Today, men can look perfectly current and on-trend in a simple, well-fitted suit.
Generally speaking, men tend to dress in a uniform, so why not create a unique uniform with well-crafted pieces that will stand the test of time?
With endless vintage inspiration and the revival of vintage trends, the market is flooded with timeless pieces that your grandkids will wear one day saying, “It’s vintage, my grandpa’s from 2020.” Here are seven items that will enhance any wardrobe and leave you looking effortlessly cool.
Sweaters
Sweaters are versatile, classy, and practical. The fisherman sweater hails from the 1950s, arguably one of the most stylish decades for men in recent history. It is cozy, classy, and simple. A good sweater will wear well, age well, and elevate a simple pair of jeans.
Solid Basics
Throw away that stained t-shirt and get a high-quality replacement. Then, add some more solid basics to a wardrobe. Basics like tees, turtlenecks, thermals, and button-downs act as great layering pieces that create a clean look while making an outfit more interesting.
Todd Snyder Interlock Solid Jersey Turtleneck
Vintage-Inspired Pants
Take a page from 1970s magazine ads and trade khakis for vintage-inspired pants. Painter pants, corduroys, and fatigues are all great alternatives to denim.
Collared Shirts
Lose the plain Polo shirt and elect for something that makes a statement. A collar instantly dresses up a look, making a pair of jeans appropriate for an office setting, dinner date, or the golf course. Use the basic outline of a collared shirt and experiment with texture, color, pattern, and style to add an element of excitement to a look.
Todd Snyder Short Sleeve Textured Full Placket Polo In Light Blue
J. Crew Cashmere Collared Sweater In Houndstooth Jacquard
Coats and Jackets
Coats and jackets can be overlooked accessories, but they are the finishing touches of any great outfit. Whether it be a bomber, trench, or denim jacket, a good overcoat will last season after season and make a look feel more put together.
Wrangler Western Sherpa Lined Denim Jacket In Denim
Stylish sneakers
Keeping an upscale, clean pair of leather sneakers in your arsenal will instantly clean up any look. Invest in a simple, sleek sneaker to put on for both casual and slightly dressed-up occasions.
Veja Campo Chrome Free Sneaker
Boots
If everyone can have only one item in their closet, it should be a dependable pair of boots. In Western, preppy, and grunge styles, there is a boot for everyone. Much like a simple sneaker, a nice boot will transition well between casual and dressier events, as well as polish up a look.
Solovair Black 6 Eye Derby Boot
All these pieces are vintage-inspired, which means they can be found secondhand. Experiment with these styles before investing by searching the local thrift to try these looks out.
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