As you roll into your twenties the expectations and responsibilities you shoulder begin to increase. You are no longer a school boy, and your attire should reflect this fact. You don’t have to wear a suit to look like an adult, and with a few minor upgrades and changes, you can instantly boost your image.

There is a saying that the details shape a gentleman. Sure a backpack can provide a great deal of functionality, but it lacks a fundamental level of sophistication. Anything you can carry in a backpack can easily be carried in a messenger style bag. A smart look can be achieved with a leather satchel.  Come on lads, leave the backpack for the weekend camping trip.

Footwear is another area where you can truly distinguish yourself. Although there is nothing wrong with trainers, especially those with fashion in mind, your lineup should also include some more sophisticated footwear options. Much ink has been spilled about men boots, and for good reason. They allow you to look cool and casual, without curbing your sophistication. Take a look at some classics, like the Clark’s Wallabee, or some of the new fly boots for men.

If you don’t want to commit to wearing a traditional overcoat, there are many stylish front hooded jackets available. Keeping a slim silhouette and a clean design aesthetic will go a long way in making it look like you didn’t just throw on your favourite football training top when the temperature drops beyond t-shirt weather.

Did you know?
The Clark’s desert boot is hugely popular in Jamaica thanks in part to artist Vybz Kartel, who is constantly prodded to share where he gets his Clark’s. As he says, “everybody haffi ask weh mi get mi Clarks”.

-Thomas

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