Pressed & Proper Blog

It’s the decision every man has to make in the morning: what to wear. But if you’ve dressed for the office thousands of times before, you already know what to wear. The real question is what new color combinations you can try that actually match. Take a look at this ultimate guide on how to match men’s shirts and pants for some inspiration.

If you want to dress in a preppy style, then it helps to define what that is. Fortunately, it’s possible to take a vague term and turn it into something specific by looking at examples. View our preppy outfit ideas for men to get some inspiration for your new look!

Most men like to wear jeans—a lot. They’re appropriate for a wide range of situations, from a trip to the convenience store to more formal get-togethers with friends. But how do you extend the use of your jeans by dressing them up, and what are the most common fashion rules you’ll need to follow? Here are a few tips on how to dress up men’s jeans so you can make the most of your denim.

Want to have a great night out? It starts with inner confidence. And one of the fastest ways to give yourself that confidence is to dress the part. Don’t go with the standard jeans-and-T-shirt combination if you’re looking to hit the town on a Friday or a Saturday night. Instead, dress in a high-quality pair of trousers—and know how to match them with the rest of your wardrobe.

When you think of ironing clothes, you’re probably imagining getting the wrinkles out of a sharp white dress shirt. And that’s important. But wrinkles aren’t any more attractive when they’re in your pants—and, unfortunately, they may be even more noticeable. You worked hard to get the fit right on your stylish pair of trousers, so it’s only right that you put your best fashion foot forward and make sure they remain wrinkle-free. To take matters into your own hands, let’s look at how to best iron your men’s suit pants without doing any damage.

For most men—even the fashion-inexperienced—dressing for their own wedding is a simple process. Go to a tailor, select a tuxedo, and call it a day. But what if you’re not in the wedding? What if you’re just a guest? You don’t want to dress up to outshine anyone, but you also don’t want to look like you just threw on the first thing you saw in your closet, either. So, how do you dress for a wedding while looking and feeling your best? We have a few ideas.

Many men typically don’t associate men’s dress trousers with accessory-ready items. But you’d be surprised. Not only can you consider the belt a great accessory, but there’s plenty more you can do to enhance the look of your dress trousers. 

Date night may be the most stressful situation for men in terms of determining what to wear. Whether you’re going on a blind date and need to make a great first impression or you’re celebrating an anniversary, you need to don the right clothes. Your outfit should not only say that you take the situation seriously, but also that you know how to dress yourself like a gentleman. Take a look at the top men’s date night outfit ideas to ensure you look your best on your next outing.

If there’s any day of the year when you want to look your best, it’s New Year’s Eve. People will be taking photographs. Most people have the night off. And it’s a perfect time for classy, upscale get-togethers to ring in the new year in style.

If you really want to stand out during the holidays—not to mention give yourself some of that unique spirit that comes along with feeling festive—it helps to start from the bottom up. That’s why we have a few festive holiday trouser options from Berle to recommend!

You can put as much thought and effort as you’d like into your gifts, but unless you wrap them properly, something’s always going to seem “off.” Wrapping clothes, in particular, presents a unique challenge, because you don’t want to give away the secret of what’s inside. So, how can you gift wrap clothes this holiday season? We have a few ideas that will help you preserve the surprise while presenting your gift in the most aesthetically pleasing possible way.

For most men, the art of wearing a suit is simple: match your jacket and pants, then pick out a unique tie. But should it really be that simple? If you want to stand out, you sometimes have to take some risks. And when you’re wearing a jacket and pants, that risk often comes in the form of mixing and matching. The problem is, it can be hard to have a grounding for these choices unless you’ve taken the time to learn. That’s why we’ve put together the following tips on how to match your jacket and pants.