Sometimes a simple haircut or trip to the dry cleaners can turn you into a new man. Polish your shoes, tailor your clothes and take advantage of end-of-season sales for budget-friendly fashion fixes. Sell anything you don’t wear anymore to thrift shops and invest in statement pieces like these.
The stylish stepper
From the beach to the bar, the mall to the movies, a pair of slip-on loafers make comfy cool again. Wear them with shorts or longs and pair with just the right amount of swagger. Step out in these Pierre Cardin loafers from Franco Ceccato at R200.
A trendy timepiece
Nothing adds sophistication quite like a statement watch. Just as trendy with jeans and a t-shirt as it is with a suit and tie, this Fossil wristwatch does much more than tell the time. Available for R2499 at Sterns.
The man cuff
Looking for understated edge? Rock a leather cuff with jeans and a T-shirt for effortless cool. Snap up this Diesel one from American Swiss for R899.
The blazer
If Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z have taught us anything, it’s that a well-tailored blazer paired with jeans and sneakers lets people know that you’re cool without even trying. For business occasions wear it over a crisp white shirt and formal pants. Either way, make sure it fits right. Get to Markham for this stone, sateen jacket from R799.
The shades
Tom Cruise made them cool in the 1980s. Usher keeps bringing them back. And Kanye’s may just be glued to his face. Aviator-style sunglasses can turn anyone into a bad boy (plus they’re handy for blocking out the sun’s rays). Get yourself a pair of Ray Ban sunglasses from Sunglass Hut for R1699.
A hot hat
Let’s face it – everybody looks better in a hat. These days, anything goes, but your choice of headgear says a lot about your personality so choose wisely. We love this denim Porkpie hat from Markham for R140, don’t you?
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*November 2013 prices