The Subtle Mistakes Keeping You From Looking Put Together
Style Isn’t About Trends. It’s About the Details.
If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Something feels off, but I can’t tell what,” you’re not imagining it.
Most men blame the clothes. Rarely the issue. It almost always comes down to three quiet factors:
Fit. Pattern. Color.
Small details. Big signal. They decide whether you look composed—or like you’re winging it.
1. Fit = Authority
Fit isn’t optional. It’s the foundation of presence.
Even the most expensive jacket or designer shirt fails if it doesn’t follow your body’s lines.
Quick executive checkpoints:
Shoulders: Seam hits the bone
Torso: Pinch 1–2 inches at the sides — no more
Pants: Same at thighs/knees — extra fabric softens authority
Right fit = instant confidence. You walk taller, speak clearer, and project control without saying a word.
2. Patterns With Purpose
Patterns add personality. Too many competing elements dilute your signal.
Patterned shirt → solid trousers
Subtle stripe or check → neutral jacket
Textured knit → clean base layer
One statement piece is enough. Everything else supports. Intentional, not busy.
3. Color That Works With You
Color communicates more than you think. The wrong shade can undermine authority before you even speak.
Warm undertones: Olive, camel, rust, soft navy
Cool undertones: Charcoal, blue-gray, forest green, burgundy
Neutral undertones: Most colors work — avoid extremes
Right colors = sharper presence. Healthier. Grounded. Commanding.
4. Repeat What Works
Stop experimenting unnecessarily. Leaders don’t waste energy guessing.
Anchor your wardrobe around:
One perfectly fitted pair of jeans or trousers
Your strongest shirt color
A small rotation of versatile, reliable basics
Consistency builds cohesion. Cohesion builds authority.
Bottom Line
Looking put together isn’t about owning more.
It’s about understanding what works—and leaning into it.
When fit, pattern, and color align, your wardrobe stops being a question mark. You stop being overlooked. You become the man people notice before you speak.
If you want to dial this in for your body, lifestyle, and level of authority, you know where to find me.
Book an introductory style consult and make every outfit a power move.
Brandi is a personal stylist with over a decade of experience helping men show up with confidence and ease. She offers tailored style solutions that take the guesswork out of getting dressed—so you look sharp and feel great, no matter the occasion.