Seyi Obayanju, CEO of popular clothing outfit
SWOB died on Monday 9th November after a brief illness, but there was one thing
he was great at, FASHION!
Obayanju, an ex-banker turned fashion designer
owned a fashion house, along Plot 20, CMD Road nearby GTBank, Magodo, Ketu.
Swob Clothings was a home to all men of various fashion desires.
His fashion sense led him to the business he was
in before his untimely death. He once shared these great fashion secrets on his
blog, which every man ought to know about.
Here are 15 Quick Fashion Tips for Men by Seyi
Obayanju.
1. Fit is King – The most
dramatic improvement you can make in your style is to make sure everything fits
impeccably. Most guys wear clothes that are too large. Make sure everything you
wear is almost hugging the shape of your body – without being tight. Bad fit is
an epidemic, cure yourself.
2. Keep it simple – You want a
wardrobe that looks great on you, but don’t overdo it. Don’t wear more than
three pieces of jewelry or more than three colors. Don’t dress like a rock star
unless you’re in a band. If you want to be flashy, a simpler but stylish look
would be sporting a black striped dress shirt with a white blazer, a dark pair
of jeans, a dressy belt, and your sharpest dress shoes. You could also add a
flashy watch or a simple accessory like an interesting necklace, but nothing
more.
3. Change the way you see casual
– casual doesn’t have to be boring. Have fun with collared shirts, or take some
inspiration from those who approach casual a bit differently.
4. Pay attention to your supporting
pieces – Some sweaters are lean and others are big and chunky. The
first rule of thumb is that your top and bottom halves need to match. If you’re
wearing a big, chunky, rugged fisherman knit sweater, your bottom needs to be
rugged, too. Don’t wear a fisherman’s sweater with a beautiful silk-and-wool
suit pant. Instead, wear it with something as casual as cargos or jeans, or
dress it up with a Harris tweed blazer.
5. Never go shopping alone –
Most of the time, it’s tough to trust the sales people because they usually
work for commission. Shop with a friend who will give you their honest opinion.
Also, read about shopping on a budget.
6. Stay a notch above – Don’t
overdo it to a fault, but dare to take some risks. It’s always better to be a
little bit overdressed than underdressed in any setting. All you have to do is
think about where and who you’re going to be with and just step it up one
notch. But make sure you’re not better dressed than someone who is more important
in a certain setting, like your boss.
7. Never underestimate the power of
details – The last thing on is usually the first thing noticed. So
mind the details instead of throwing together the main parts of your outfit.
“Details” can include a scarf, a subtle pocket square, or the way you tie your
tie knot.
8. Invest in a superb pair of shoes
– If it’s one thing that women will notice, it’s your shoes. Especially how
clean and sharp they look. It’s easy to wash and press the rest of your clothes
to keep them looking new, but most guys disregard their shoes. Show that you’re
a man of taste by getting a great pair of shoes and keeping them in pristine
condition.
9. Fashion Tees with logos –
When you’re going around with a big logo on your shirt, you risk looking like a
walking billboard. Lose the lame Coca-Cola shirt and go for a classic v-neck
tee or something artsy
10. Disregard trends – Beware of
buying something just because it’s “in” right now – stick to what you truly
like. A lot of people rush to get in on the latest trend and end up with a
bunch of clothes they don’t wear. It’s better to learn to build a versatile and
timeless wardrobe first – then bring in your own twists with some of the new
fashion. This one tip will save you so much money!
11. Don’t be a sucker for brand names
– Don’t be a Patrick Bateman. Before you decide to purchase an item, ask
yourself if you are buying it simply because of the brand name or because you
love the quality and style. Ask yourself, “Would I buy this if there was no
logo on it?”
12. Continually cultivate your image
– Invest more time and money into your image. Cultivate your fashion sense.
Your style is a huge mode of communication and is worth caring for as much as
your education, career, and relationships. Oscar Schoffler, longtime fashion
editor of Esquire once said, “Never underestimate the power of what you wear.
After all, there’s just a small bit of yourself sticking out at the collar and
cuff. The rest of the world sees what you drape on your frame.”
13. Ask for real feedback – Most
of your friends and family aren’t going to go out of their way to tell you what
looks bad. You have to ask for it. In fact, ask anyone and everyone you trust
to tell you the truth. Ask your hairstylist, ask your best friend, ask your
mother! If you think they might be too nice
14. Upgrade your shave – Even if
your fashion is golden, an unkempt beard can be an attraction killer. Achieve a
perfect shave by trying a shave brush & old-fashioned double-edged razor.
15. Experiment with style – The
only way you’ll really learn is if you go out there and try new things. I make
an effort to try something completely out of my comfort zone whenever I’m at a
store – many times you’ll end up loving something you never thought you would.
If you make mistakes, life goes on. So many guys are afraid to express
themselves through their style, don’t be one of them.
#RIP boss, Keep resting in the bossom of the LORD.
