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Fashionable Clothes Unclothed

By staff
March 22, 2007

Fashionable clothes for men sold by fashion designers and labels were always the subject of controversy. While everyone has it’s right to opinion about what to wear, one thing is for sure: trendy clothes are the ones that are most fashion-forward, and are made of highest quality. It’s true that you pay far more than production costs and transportation, but with labeled clothing you buy a lot more than just piece of composed fiber.

trend - fall 2006Fashion is an ever-changing industry typically dictated by the collections found in New York, Milan, Paris and London. Deciding what work best for you will depend on your personal taste, lifestyle and the image you wish to portray. Different lines of can reveal your mood, your personality, your business, and even your level of success.

Whatever style you want to portray, there is a designer who can accommodate your taste. Knowing what the hot new trends are and showcasing them in your clothes is bound to turn heads whether you’re looking to portray a polished, professional image or a trendy, hip look. Knowing what to wear and where to find it are crucial in defining a style that shows your individuality.

The finest clothes for men available are those that are equivalent to women’s haute couture, are made only for the fashion shows, and can only be individually ordered. These are hand made to fit the individual, using the best quality fabrics, designers and seamstresses. Haute couture is unique, often artsy and tends to be very expensive but is appealing as the ultimate in self-expression. Whether it’s the expense or the tendency for flamboyance, haute couture is definitely not for everyone so designers also carry prêt a porter or ready to wear fashions. These are much easier to acquire and more affordable. The quality of the clothes remains high, simple tailoring will address any less than perfect fits and is considered a valuable investment.fashion show - fall collectionMost designers create clothes for men to wear in office, for play and formal occasions, though certain ones concentrate more on a particular image. This season’s collections such as Burberry Prorsum, Emporio Armani and Prada geared toward the more formal clothes in their designs while Calvin Klein, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and Missoni opted to focus on the more playful. If you’re not afraid to get noticed, designers such as Alexander McQueen or Dsquared may be for you. These designers make bold statements with their use of color and style, using layered looks, top hats, military garb and a cross of high sophistication with low brow culture. You can’t help but get noticed in these types of fashionable clothes so wear them where you can strut your stuff.

So where do you go to find high-end fashions? Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix, Adeline Andre, Jean Paul Gautier and Yves Saint Laurent all specialize in haute couture and can be found online to make an appointment so you can be measured for the custom fit. Relax with a glass of wine while tailors buzz around you creating a look that’s unique to you. If you have the budget for it, there is no better status than wearing haute couture. Finer department stores such as Nordstrom’s, Macy’s, Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Barney’s and Neiman Marcus will carry most big names such as Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Burberry, DKNY, Prada, Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, and other designer clothes big names. You can also find these designers’ specialty boutiques in most major cities.

If you have neither the time nor inclination to spend hours in stores finding clothes that you like, online shopping is a great alternative. Peruse the websites of designers to see what strikes you. Many designers and most department stores that carry their lines have online shopping available. Beware, though of online discount stores that may carry knock-off, lower quality versions of these fashions.

You don’t do the exact same thing every day; you’re not in the same mood every day, so, why have the same look every day? Have fun with your clothes. Allow your personality to shine through in your fashion choices. Going with fashionable clothes will allow you to express your individuality while keeping abreast of the latest trends. If clothes make the man, then why not make that man successful, confident and sexy?



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