Vibrant summer wardrobe for Men

Bored of Black and whites ?

Men usually get stuck with neutrals like black , grey and white . 

Few colourful ideas to introduce spice in your Summer wardrobe .

 Adding colours should be a gradual process and should not compromise your comfort levels .
 The colour , if close to your face, should be compatible with your skin tone .

Detailing 

 Colourful detailing (shown below in the picture) looks very tasteful . Just be sure of the workmanship and quality . It could be embroidered logo or colourful patch work .

 Coloured Chinos 

 Pair them with neutrals for toning down bright colours . Be very sure that the trouser fit you well . Pair them with brown casual shoes .

Madras checks 

They usually come in light weight breezy cottons . The size of pattern should ideally match your body proportions .

Coloured polos 

They are available in wide varieties and colours . Colour compatibility is very crucial as this garment is going to sit very close to your face .

 Sleeveless Jodhpuri jacket

 They add a punch of style and flair . Sport them whenever you want to dress a little conventional .

Short sleeve short kurtas 

Perfect for family lunches and casual evenings .

 Moccasins 

 They can help you make a fashion statement even with a regular outfit .

Cotton pocket squares 

 This is an accessory where you can safely experiment with colours and patterns 

Adam by Style Cafe ( A division of Style Cafe)

Visual branding advisor 

Styling tips to look taller

A Quick guide for men who want to look taller 

Though confidence is the key to rock any outfit with any height Or weight , however a little styling knowledge never hurts :-)

1. Avoid sharp contrasts - Either monochrome ( Same colour from top to bottom) or low contrasts like Navy and black , Or powder blue and white creates and illusion of height . A sharp visual break between shirt and trousers will add much visible parallel lines .

2. Appropriate shoes - Same tone shoe, matching with trousers creates visual length .Avoid broad heels or soles .

3. Suitable pattern size - Shorts which end below knee drown the body frame Or double breasted jackets too broaden the frame. Avoid big Checks or prints.

4. Accessory and proportions - While buying accessories keep proportions in mind . Like a thinner wrist watch or a thinner waist belt helps . The key is to match accessories with your physical proportions.

5. Find a good tailor - A well fitted attire will add height and will make you look more attractive. If finding your size is a challenge , go for bespoke . It will be a best investment towards your impeccable Image.

6. Regular fits / Smaller sizes - Experiment with different fits. In most cases regular or slim fit gives a taller appearance . Explore boys sizes ( L or XL) ...you might end up in surprise. 

7. Try to create more perpendiculars - Verticals created with either print or pattern elongates the frame. A fuss free Jacket or a slim tie will do magic.

8. Avoid bulky fabrics and textures - These types generally flatter big/taller/bulky frames , hence stay away from voluminous looks.

9. Minimum visual noise - Any detail which draws extra attention will counteract . Like big shiny buttons or loud design on shoes .

10. Create a focus - Ideally the viewer eyes should move towards your face. In order to achieve that , create a focus around your face and shoulder area with a nice pocket square or a tie pin.

11. Hairstyles - Short hair style work best . A little bounce above the forehead area too helps .

12 .Posture - A straight and confident posture adds to your charisma and confidence as well as increase the visual height too . Say goodbye to slump and lazy looking postures .


Brands usually don't manufacture for men's petite sizes.
Research on brands and find sizes which fit you well with least alterations .Go for brands which serve smaller sizes ( XS , S ) or smaller frames like H&M , Lacoste and Levis , Banana republic .

Adam for Style Cafe ( A division of Style Cafe)
Visual branding advisor
(Images courtesy - Pinterest )

Do you have a noticeable presence among your colleagues ?

How can men achieve more visibility and presence ?

Five easy steps ...all equally important to achieve an effortless polished look

1. Know yourself and own your Image - Understand your body types and proportions , your comfort level and your personal and professional goals . Clarity on above aspects makes it much easier to build up a utilitarian as well as stylishly sharp wardrobe.

2. Perfect Fit needs patience - A well fitted garment looks expensive and classy . You can consider yourself very lucky if you fit in the sizes available in the market . Or else a good tailor can help you with minor alterations . Example - Altering trouser length for right trouser break .

3. Colour your personality with confidence - The colours and colour combinations speak volumes about your personality and taste . The colour , print or colour details can make or break a particular look . The colours you are wearing or the contrast between your coat/jacket and shirt/ tee can influence your authority levels.

4. Styling details are crucial - Garment styling which honours your physical characteristics and the occasion , helps you in strengthening your presence. A structured silhouette can act as a trump card if you are heading for an important presentation . Styling details can include collar spacing and width , the tie knot , the size of the lapels and cuffs , buttons or zippers .

5. Quality - Wearing the best quality you can afford can help you in building up a sharp and dignified Image .

Style cafe's Power Tip - Never ignore your shoes . Appropriate and quality footwear is the most essential ingredient for achieving a polished Image .

Style Cafe

Image and Visual branding advisor

Culottes - The "It" silhouette for Spring-summer

How to pronounce Culottes ?

ˈkü-ˌlät, ˈkyü-; kü-ˈlät (Usually pronounced in plural form)

What are culottes ?

Culottes are women's flared trousers cut to look like a skirt . They look deceptively like a skirt from afar .

How to style culottes ?

Everyone seems to have jumped aboard the culottes train, making them the “It” silhouette for last two seasons .

Also known as gauchos—doesn't exactly scream wearable and flattering to a lot of women because of its little unstructured and matronly look .

Whether you’re tall or petite, lanky or curvy, there’s a culotte out there with your name on it just waiting to be made into a fashion statement .

Work appropriate 

Mid-calf is the best length for most people as it makes them look like a cute swing skirt. 

A structured non glossy look with minimum detailing is best suited for office wear . 

Wear with a classic solid or striped collared shirt and an almond- or round-toe T-strap shoe. Add some pretty pearls or a beaded necklace and a day bag in a strong solid colour.

Casual culottes  

Think about a more silky, billowy pair for a date or the weekend. Leave the crisp, tailored styles for work. Up top, wear with a thin camisole or blouse with a few buttons undone or patterned tee . You can even wear it as same colour separates .

Petites 

If you are short height , than opt for a pair that falls right below the knee, and tailor them if you need to.

Same colour or a nude shoe will help you create an illusion of longer legs .

Full figured 

Go for soft but full bodied fabrics . Plain, no fuss silhouettes will do justice . Pointed shoes trim down the overall look ...rock the outfit with lots of confidence :)

Style Cafe 
Visual branding advisor 
( Images downloaded from Google)