Semi Formal Attire For Men - Semi Formal Dressing Style For Men
Today, we're going to discuss to how to rock semi-formal attire for men. Or what exactly a semi-formal dressing is and how it's different from formal dress code for men.
The time when men only wore suit or tux to go to events or even going anywhere. Those days are long gone.
Now, today's modern men prefer to stay stylish and comfortable at the same time.
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So, I see a lot of men wearing just a simple shirt + pant (chinos or trousers) even when they are attending an event or going to party or just strolling on the street. Adding a subtle accessory like a 925 Silver Chain can effortlessly elevate that basic look and add a touch of personal style.
Now, I know a ton of fashion blogs still suggest that semi-formal do require you to some kind of blazer jacket or waistcoat. And there's nothing wrong with that.
But, the semi-formal attire we're discussing for the sake of this post is only shirt + pant outfits. No jackets, no waistcoats, no bling. Just simple shirt and chinos or trousers outfits.
While this article focuses on semi-formal shirts and pants, aLeather Jacket(especially one in a semi-formal look) matches every outfit and is a versatile option, no matter what style you prefer.
Related: How To Wear Leather Jacket For Men
Now before go ahead and see the semi formal outfits I have curated for you today, let's understand the basic difference between the formal and semi-formal dress code.
Well, in a way it's pretty easy to spot, right? However, just to understand the difference between the two let's list down a few important things that separate the two.
Formal Attires For Men
- Tuxedo + Tuxedo Shirt + Opera Pumps
- Suit + Shirt + Dress Shoes
- Double Breasted Shoes + Shirt + Pocket Square + Monk Shoes
- 3 Piece Suit+ Dress Shoes
Semi FormalAttires For Men
- Unstructured Blazer Jacket + Shirt + Trousers + Monk Shoes
- Waistcoat + Shirt + Chinos + Loafers
- Shirt + Chinos + Sneakers
- Shirt + Trousers + Loafers
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Now that we've discussed the types of formal and semi formalattire for men. Let's look at some the essentials you will need to pull off the perfect semi formaldress code I have featured here today.
The recommendations I am going to give below are based on our Capsule Wardrobe Philosophy. So, the goal is to have essentials that mix and match with each other effortlessly.
EssentialsYou Need To Look Good In Semi FormalDress Code
Pants. Depending on your personal style and choice you can pick either trousers or chinos or both in following colours.
- CharcoalTrousers or Chinos
- Light Grey Trousers or Chinos
- Black Trousers or Chinos
- Navy Trousers or Chinos
- Beige Trousers or Chinos
- White Trousers or Chinos
Related: Casual Outfit Ideas With White Pants For Men
Shirts. Again depending on your personal style and choice you pick either formal or casual shirts. However, make sure theshirt should long enough so you can tuck it in to achieve the perfect semi-formal look.
- Navy Shirt
- Balck Shirt
- Light Blue Shirt
- Pink Shirt
- White Shirt
- Grey Shirt
Shoes. All the outfits featured here are with sneakers but if you don't prefer wearing sneakers with everything you can switch the sneakers with either loafersor monk shoes.
- Sneakers. You can pick any colour you like but stick with minimalist design aesthetics. I prefer to go with white sneakers. They look clean, simple and minimalist.
- Loafers. You can pick from various different styles of loafers depending on your personal choice. However, I recommend you to stick with tassel or penny loafers. They look classy.
- Monk Shoes. You can go for the double monk or single monk shoes depending on your personal choice. However, I love to pick double monks over single because they look edgier.
Also, add a few matching accessories like a watch, bracelet and belts etc.
Now, that we've discussed the essentials you'll need to build your perfect semi formal wardrobe, let's look at the outfits I have curated for you today.
All the semi formal outfits I have curated today are from this amazing fashion blogger's Instagram account.
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Semi Formal Outfit Ideas For Men
Semi-Formal Outfit 1. - White Pants + Light Blue Shirt + White Sneakers
Semi-Formal Outfit 2 - Black Trouser + Light Blue Shirt + White Sneakers
Semi-Formal Outfit 3 - Beige Chinos + White Shirt + White Sneakers
Semi-Formal Outfit 4 - Light Grey Chinos + White Button Down Shirt + White Sneakers
Semi-Formal Outfit 5 - Black Trousers + Light Grey Half-Sleeve Shirt + White Sneakers
Semi-Formal Outfit 6 - Navy Trousers + White Short Sleeve Shirt + White Sneakers
Semi-Formal Outfit 7 - TaupeTrousers + White Shirt + White Sneakers
Semi-Formal Outfit 8 - Black Pants + Light Blue Shirt + White Sneakers
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