The T-Shirt: A Classic Fashion Statement

By SLC@MRKOACHMAN | August 20, 2022

Everyone loves a classic. T-shirts are one classic fashion item that presents itself in every sphere of style and occasion. They are versatile, trendy, and give off a stylish look when paired appropriately with the right fit and styling.

Unfortunately, they are also one of the unexplored fashion ensembles for most people. Many have not fully realized the power and versatility of T-shirts and so don’t quite know how to style them.

So how do you wear your t-shirt without looking sloppy? How do you make a great fashion statement with your T-shirt?

To answer these questions, we shall be going through a few style tips. In this article, we’ll be outlining a number of style nuggets on how you can step up your T-shirt game to the next level.

Follow through and let’s explore!!

The 4 Must-Have T-shirt Styles 

Under this point, we’ll be listing a few types of t-shirts you should have in your collection and why you should.

#1: The Plain T-shirts

Yes, plain t-shirts or monochrome coloured if you like to call them that are a must-have in your wardrobe.

If the occasion calls for a simple laid-back look, then plain shirts would come in handy. You can wear them layered or as outerwear. In terms of styling, you can choose to wear a fitted t-shirt for a well-coordinated look, or you can wear them oversized.

Make sure to include bright colours in your wardrobe as well, this includes White, Blue, Yellow and Orange as long as it complements your skin tone. Also don’t forget to get earth tones such as Green, Grey and so on.

 

#2: Striped and Inscribed T-shirts

Stripy t-shirts are one fashionable piece you should have in your wardrobe

They are very stylish and complete your streetwear attire in a classy way. Trust me, they’re a break from plain coloured t-shirts.

#3: Long sleeved T-shirts

 

I get it, most people prefer short-sleeve over long-sleeve. But just know that long-sleeved T-shirts have a place in your wardrobe, as they are cool and classy.

In terms of the neck style for your long sleeve t-shirts, consider henley neck t-shirts or turtlenecks.

#4: Polo-style T-shirts

Polo t-shirts are like a classy dimension of t-shirts, these pieces are seen when pulling off a classy look for that sport event, hangout or any casual stuff

They are best styled when tucked into pants.

How To Style Your T-shirts

#1: For a classy look, tuck them into your trousers

You’re probably going for a business casual event and you’re wondering how to style those t-shirts. Simply tuck them into those pants and your laid-back look is achieved.

See the above photos for a clearer illustration.

 

#2: Add an outerwear to the fit – layering.

Outerwears to shirts are very stylish ways of dressing up. There are a number of fashionable outerwear to pair with T-shirts

Some common menswear pieces that can be used when layering a t-shirt include blazers, denim jackets, leather jackets, suit jackets and sports coats.

Blazers

 

Denim Jacket

 

Leather jacket

Long coats

We can see from the above that wearing outer fits to t-shirts totally upgrades the look and fashions you out as a stylish gent.

 

#3: Pay attention to the little details

 

Lastly, paying attention to details is very important when styling t-shirts.

It could be your accessories, your footwear or any extra “item” you use to elevate the look of your t-shirt. Overall, they should be on fleek. For example, when wearing t-shirts, don’t forget to spruce it up by rocking a neck wear, those wrist beads, the eyewear and yes, your shoes too.

These little things should be put to play, so people would see that they are other things going on around your look apart from your t-shirt and trousers.

 

FINAL NOTE

There you have it, a detailed guideline on how to style your t-shirts and the must-haves for your wardrobe.

I hope you take a hint from the above guidelines and outfit inspiration to create your own dapper t-shirt look.

Thank you so much for stopping by, until next time, stay classy, and when in doubt, ASK MR. KOACHMAN.

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