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The fashion industry is infamous for changing its mind before a trend even becomes a trend. What looks popular today can easily be out of style next week, which leaves you with a closet full of clothes that risk social ostracizing if brought out into the daylight again. However, there are several items that have survived many fads and will continue to do so. Below is a short list of pieces that every man should own so they are not caught without a decent thing to wear.

Jeans – Jeans are no stranger to the fashion industry and often find themselves changed drastically to appeal to the masses. However, you need a solid base in order to have a timeless fashion item, and jeans are definitely at the top of that short list. Underneath the acid burns and patchwork lies a classic, straight-legged pair of blue jeans that every man should wear with pride. While we’re on the topic, its always better to have your jeans look a bit longer than shorter. They’ll most likely shrink a bit after a few washes and hot dries, so its best to have a bit of slack so you don’t look like a teenager growing out of their clothes.

The Polo – Although still popular now, the classic polo shirt (also known as the golf shirt) is the perfect blend of casual and formal for those questionable attire times. Not only is this piece a timeless shirt, but its also one of the most versatile. A modestly-colored polo shirt is acceptable at an informal beach get-together or, when paired with some nice dress pants, perfect for a fancy dinner out.

Dress Shirts – A bit more formal than your average polo, the dress shirt is still versatile enough to be worn in or out of the office. The added bonus of your average button-up dress shirt is that it is not just accepted in almost any environment, but you can wear it in so many ways: with a suit and tie, sleeves rolled up, unbuttoned, tucked in or out, etc. This makes it the perfect blank canvas to build your wardrobe on. Of course, we’re talking about actual dress shirts, not the short-sleeved plaid button-ups that plague many closets. These casual styles have definitely seen their day in fashion and should be traded in for a nice golf polo.

If creating a timeless look is your goal, then you will most certainly benefit from adding these items to your wardrobe. Whether worn alone or part of a look, you will always find a reason to throw one of these on for many years to come.

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For every man who cares about his appearance, we have identified a few core items which will enable him to stay in style this year and well into the future. You will present a dependable but never static look with these staples regardless of the occasion. These are the five all important elements every man needs in his wardrobe – your own unique style will determine how you build on these basics:

White shirt – The white shirt is a must-have. No fashionable man can be without it. Whether you’re dressing up or down, heading to a casual event or a night on the town, you must have this critical piece of clothing. Men of all ages wear the white shirt well and, as a bonus, the white shirt will look great against your tanned skin. You can pair it with a suit or top off a nice fitting pair of jeans. Throw on a blazer and you have a classic look. Choose a slim fit if you have the body to sport it, but no matter what cut you choose, make yours ironed and crisp-looking and keep it bright white.

Dark jeans – Indigo jeans are an essential part of any modern man’s wardrobe and are far more versatile than other styles. Customizing your appearance is easily done by adding other items to dress them up or down. Other fashion pieces will add spice to your look when you’re sporting your dark jeans depending on how you want to express yourself.

Grey suit – The look for 2010 is the grey suit. You can pair it with all sorts of shirts and ties, so it’s very versatile, making it a tremendous investment. Take it all the way to elegance by adding a sharp shirt and polished shoes. You can make it more casual by losing the tie and adding some sandals. This will give you a summer look. Or put the jacket over your jeans and a stylish v-neck t-shirt and really shine for your date night.

V-neck sweater – A nice cashmere/wool blend v-neck sweater is worth its own weight in gold as a fashion item. Quality is worth the money in this case because it will last longer, wear better, and be more comfortable against your skin. Whether you choose to wear it on its own or go for the layered look by wearing a t-shirt underneath, this is an easy way to look fabulous.

Trench Coat – This is the new coat for 2010. The trench coat is retro cool. You can wear this piece with just about anything you’d like. You can put it over a pair of jeans or on top of your suit, if you’d like. You manage effortless cool with the trench coat, which adds some mystery and some elegance instantly. This is another must-have item for your wardrobe.

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