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By Brandi M. Seals

Every man, like everyone women is different. They like to wear different things and are comfortable dressing in different styles. However, there are a few basics that transverse just about any style. They are main pieces that can be used in several different settings and personalized to compliment any style.

Men's Wardrobe Must Haves Include:

Polo Shirts
It does not matter if you stick mainly to tee shirts and jeans or prefer slacks and a button up shirt. A polo shirt is great for anyone. It is slightly dressier than a tee shirt, but not so dressy that it cannot be worn with khakis or jeans. Polo shirts can be layered over a basic tee shirt or layered under a button up. They come in several colors, textures, patterns, and more. Get what fits your style and add it to your wardrobe.

Jeans
Everyone needs at least one good pair of jeans. Try to find a pair that actually fits. All too often guys seem to end up in the wrong size. The pants are way too big, too tight in the tush or will not fit around their expanding waist line. Ask for help if you do not know what fits. Take your wife, girlfriend, or any friend that will give you honest answers. You could also consult with the salesperson.

The key area to fit is the inseam. The crotch should not hang down too low. Check the rise on your jean (the space between the crotch and the top of the waist band). You do not want it too high or too low. Your jeans should sit slightly below the belly button.

Get jeans that are dark. Dark jeans are easier to dress up then lighter colored pairs. They also look better on most body types.

Slacks
Every guy needs a great pair of slacks. Get a neutral color like black, gray, or beige. Slacks are great when you need to dress up a little but do not need to wear a suit. Pair slacks with sweaters or button up shirts. Avoid slacks with pleats. They add unnecessary bulk in the crotch area. Stay looking slim by buying flat front pants. If you just cannot live without pleats, stick to one pleat pants. They add the least amount of bulk.

Button Up Shirt
Again, everyone needs to dress up once in awhile. Invest in a good button up, long sleeved shirt. It can be worn under a suit, with slacks, or worn untucked with a tee shirt underneath. This would play into what your style is. You can dress up the shirt or dress it down. It is all up to you. Try to find one in a pretty color that brings out your eyes or looks great with your skin tone.

Shoes
No one can get buy just owning a pair of sneakers. Invest in a good pair of shoes in a neutral color. If you will not need dress shoes very often, you could invest in a pair of black slip-ons that can go with dress clothes and with khakis. Avoid overly specialized shoes. Do not get pieces that can only be worn with suits or only worn with jeans. Try to bridge the gap. You will get more use out of your shoes that way.

Belt
A belt automatically adds a bit of attention to any outfit. No tucked in shirt looks right without a belt. Keep it simple. Get one in black and one in brown that way you have all of your bases covered. There are also reversible belts out there. Once side is black, the other side is brown. Simply swivel the buckle around and it is like you have a brand new belt.

Belts can be worn with jeans, slacks, and khakis. Make sure the belt is the correct length. You should not have to tuck the loose end of the belt under the first belt loop. Belts come in sizes just like your pants do. Use your waist size as a guide for buying a belt.

Tee Shirts
Everyone needs a few tee shirts. Get them in multiple colors so that they can be used for layering. Layering tee shirts will allow you to introduce new colors into an outfit and make it stand out a little bit more.