What 5 items must every stylish man have?

antirabbit · Mar 25, 2008

I would say, scent needs to be in the top 5.
A scent can say as much as your shoes or your tie.

Infact, I would venture to say that if you are deficient in one of the 5 major areas (watch, suit, shirt, shoes, accessories), that a well matched scent will more than compensate for this.
Many women, and men will remember that you smelled good and unique much more than your tie, your umbrella, or shirt.

Gus · Mar 25, 2008

1) A well tailored dark suit
2) A shirt with a collar that flatters the shape of your face and neck
3) Great shoes, probably in brown/tan because a great, rich brown is more interesting than black
4) A nice watch
5) Something that shows individuality and personality like a unique ring, a vintage portfolio, special eyeglasses. I especially like it when someone has one antique or heirloom item like their fathers cuff links or watch.

iridium7777 · Mar 25, 2008

must always have these on you

1) a matchbook
2) a pen
3) 4 quarters
4) condom
5) handkerchief

bingwen8866 · Mar 25, 2008

ya, that's necessary.

marc237 · Mar 25, 2008

Originally Posted by iridium7777

must always have these on you

1) a matchbook
2) a pen
3) 4 quarters
4) condom
5) handkerchief

Use a lighter, carry a pen, use a cell phone, married, and carry tissues. 1 out of 5 is not bad.

m_wave · Mar 25, 2008

Well fitted denim jeans
the ultimate white shirt
charcoal blazer
Nice pair of tan lace-ups (matching belt)
grey knit

The False Prophet · Mar 26, 2008

Okay, I'm going to be a little bit personal here, so I'm not sure this applies to "every" stylish man:

1. A dark grey, three-piece suit (runner-up: French navy solid or pinstripe);
2. White cuff and collar shirts, in very lightweight fabric without too loud a stripe on the body (runner-up: white broadcloth with cutaway collar);
3. Black tie with small white dots (runners-up: shepherd's check, navy grenadine or basketweave);
4. Black zip-sided Chelsea boots (runners-up: black or brown wholecuts or monks);
5. An awesome watch, ideally Breguet or IWC (runners-up: A. Lange, Cartier Santos).

I think with the obvious accompaniments of underwear, socks and white pocket handkerchief, I could happily wear that every day for the rest of my life.

Cheers,

FP

iridium7777 · Mar 26, 2008

Originally Posted by marc237

Use a lighter, carry a pen, use a cell phone, married, and carry tissues. 1 out of 5 is not bad.

it was something i remembered from when i was pledging. every pledge had to carry those items. there's a story that goes along with that but i doubt it'd be proper to post it.

breakz · Apr 21, 2008

I want to resurrect this post and say thanks to everyone who contributed. This post is an essential for any new member of SF.

thomailama · Apr 21, 2008

1. navy blue suit
2. black cap toe oxford
3. brown loafers
4. white or blue button down shirt
5. nice set of teeth

0b5cur1ty · Apr 21, 2008

What a nice thread - bravo to those who've resurrected it.

My 2-penneth:

1. A fitting, simple, two-button, single-breasted suit.
2. A nice wristwatch (preferably mechanical, or a quartz with technical merit).
3. Good leather shoes (brown or black).
4. Good leather belt (to match the aforementioned shoes).
5. A really nice, slim fitting shirt in a subtle, solid colour.

athletics · Apr 21, 2008

I like the 'nice teeth' and a great smile helps.

5. A perfectly fitted shirt so important it gets its own place in your closet.
4. A killer pair of black shoes.
3. The perfect solid, versatile suit.
2. A great tailor who knows your style.
1. A stylish girl who likes her man in nice clothes and inspires him to look his best when it counts. It almost always counts.

I am lucky enough to have all 5.

breakz · Apr 21, 2008

Originally Posted by 0b5cur1ty

What a nice thread - bravo to those who've resurrected it.

Oh, why, you're welcome.

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