We can all agree that most men don’t enjoy shopping. Well, at least not as much as women do. Most of my male clients amaze me with the size of their wardrobe. Most, don’t even have the essentials! To be honest, it really is not about the quantity but rather the quality of the your wardrobe. Life is demanding for you men these days. You all have extremely busy schedules, trying to juggle work, school, relationships, and the social life all in a day which is never enough. It definitely helps having an image consultant, who would take you step by step through a process of discovering your true style and dressing you up according to it. However, not everyone is emotionally or financially ready for that kind of experience. In order to make your life a little easier, I came up with 10 wardrobe basics that every grown man should have as pillars that will craft your wardrobe. Try to purchase the following pieces in highest quality possible. Quality pieces will have the best fit and believe it or not, value. Think of your wardrobe as an important investment that you cannot afford to pass on.

Here are the Top 10 Wardrobe Essentials for Men:

1.    The Trench Coat – Purchase one in a neutral color such as black, brown, gray, or navy. The length of the coat should depend on your height. The taller you are, the longer of a coat you can afford to wear.

2.    Dress Pants – Preferably black or dark navy as they go with everything. Can be worn to work, school, or on a special occasion.

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4.    Quality Leather Shoes- Black or/and Brown. Wear them with your suit to work, or your jeans on the weekend. Last word of advice- do not be cheap with your shoes! After all, you can tell a man by his shoes! Quality shoes will not only last you longer but will also impress your boss or your lady.

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5.    The White Button Down shirt- One of the most versatile pieces in your wardrobe. Dress it up with a suit or dress it down with jeans with your sleeves up.

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6.    Dark Navy suit- A perfectly tailored navy or black suit should be in every man’s closet. The beauty of it is that the suit parts can be broken up and paired with other items, which creates limitless outfits.

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7.    V-Neck Sweater- either in solid color or patterned. Check the label when purchasing to make sure the sweater is made out of a good quality material such as cashmere or a blend of cashmere, as it will last you for years.

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8.    Belts- Black or Brown. Accessories create that finishing touch in your outfit and pull the whole look together. Hint: Ladies love men with a sense of style, who can match their belt to their shoes!

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9.    Solid Tie – Solid ties are easy and versatile or try a classic diagonal stripe. This will insure you are prepared for interviews, weddings and special occasions.

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10.  Athletic Wear- Invest in some quality athletic wear that matches. It is perfect for those lazy weekends when you need to run some errands but don’t feel like spending too much time dressing up.

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