Often, the hack to looking really sharp and leaving an impact is to dress simple. Sticking to the classics, to the silhouettes that are flattering but in an unassuming way – it has its own advantages. For starters, you can find them easily. These are classics, and these are often very easily available through stores. Second, these outfits are meant to be low effort, so you can style them with minimal commitment.
Third – and this is a major benefit - simple outfits allow you to take centre-stage. Your clothes don’t grab all the attention. If you can do it right, your clothes will just direct the attention to who you are as a person. This is also why simple outfits work well in formal and casual settings. They let you shine through.
If there’s one issue with them, it is that they are mighty difficult to curate. There are so many options, so many ways in which each individual piece can be combined, that it can get a little confusing. To make it easier, consider these time-tested options -
Scroll below to check out 5 simple outfits I've curated from this minimalist fashion blogger's Instagram account.
Simple Outfits For Men
- Outfit 1. Burgundy Pants + White Half-sleeve shirt + White Sneakers
- Outfit 2. Light Blue Pants + White Crew Neck T-shirt + Light Blue Blazer + White Sneakers
- Outfit 3. Black Jeans + White T-shirt + White Sneakers
- Outfit 4. Black Chino Pants + White T-shirt + Denim Jacket
- Outfit 5. Dark Grey Pants + Grey T-shirt + Suede Formal Shoes
Outfit 1. Burgundy Pants + White Half-sleeve shirt + White Sneakers
The trick to every simple outfit is to get the specifics right. Make sure the burgundy pants fit your complexion, and that they are tailored really well. So, find the right shade, and the right fit. If you are wearing a watch, make sure the shade compliments the pants.
Something in a black, brown or burgundy would do. Also, make sure that your shirt is crisp and that you do not leave it too unbuttoned. Let the burgundy stand out and give your look a little edge. And make sure that you wear clean sneakers. Worn-out sneakers that have gathered dirt will immediately bring this outfit down.
Outfit 2. Light Blue Pants + White Crew Neck T-shirt + Light Blue Blazer + White Sneakers
The charm of this outfit lies in its versatility. It makes for one of the best looks for a date night, but it can work as a business-casual look as well. You take the blazer off, and it immediately becomes a perfect outfit for a casual café visit.
But, make sure you keep your sneakers tidy, and your blazer well-fitted. Nothing kills the vibe of a blazer like a sloppy shoulder or a baggy sleeve. Make sure the blazer brings out your stature and that it matches your trousers for an overall harmony.
Outfit 3. Black Jeans + White T-shirt + White Sneakers
There’s barely any space to go wrong with this one. The dark jeans are an instant classic, going well through every season in the year. The rest of the outfit has a casual, summery vibe to it, but you can always dial it up with a jacket. This outfit also leaves enough space for some accessorizing.
So, you can go for something as minimalistic as a watch, but make sure you go for a belt color that compliments the denims. Or, you can throw in a neckpiece. Pro tip – for a perfect fit, try getting your hands on a loop-wheeled tee. They will make sure you feel comfortable and look classic.
Outfit 4. Black Chino Pants + White T-shirt + Denim Jacket
Now if you want to take that last outfit and spruce it up a little – switch out the jeans with dark chinos, and add a denim jacket. You can pick a jacket that adds some edge to your look, such as something with distressed denim.
Or you can stick with the iconic, vintage jackets. Again, you can go for a loop-wheeled white tee that fits you snugly, or you can go for something a little more relaxed. But make sure you don’t wear a very baggy t-shirt. It will throw the shape of your jacket out.
Outfit 5. Dark Grey Pants + Grey T-shirt + Suede Formal Shoes
You can also try to switch the color of your shirts and t-shirts. So. think of greys or other neutral shades. The reason we stick to neutrals in simple outfits is because we want the whole charm of the outfit to lie in its minimalism. You can pair the grey tee with dark grey pants.
Outfits like these look best with fitted silhouettes, so make sure that neither your trousers nor your tee looks ill-fitted. You can also break the grey theme just a little with a dark brown belt and a watch with a matching strap, and you can balance that out with a pair of suedes.
