@@CourtneyRyan is a watch really necessary? it really doesnt fit my personality and i think the whole point is to wear what makes you comfortable and what you enjoy wearing. if im wearing a watch just to please someone else and im uncomfortable in my own skin wearing it, is it really worth it?
@@travisvoss5006 ya im not wearing anything to please another person. I am who i am. I sometimes wear a ring on my right ring finger but not really because i got shit to do and no time for any of this trash. Not who i am. Not my personality. I wear what makes ME comfortable. It isnt the clothes or petty accessories that make the person. It’s how you wear them and how you show up. Confidence is key.
Since discovering this channel just a few weeks ago and buying most of these items, my confidence has increased and I can't see myself going back to how I used to dress. I was long overdue a wardrobe change and Courtney's channel encouraged me to do it, I'm so glad I discovered it. P.S I hope Teddy eventually caught up on The Office
Advice on videos are dressing best for different body types! Tall, short, skinny, hefty etc. Maybe specific advice for hiding or drawing attention away from "problem areas". As well as accentuating and drawing attention to parts of your body that you like. Big belly style tips is a great place to start. Most men get one with age but very few men know how to look great despite it. Women are also way better at dressing in a flattering way for their body. You play the game on a different level.
Nailed the white sneakers. I own all those exact sneakers. Only thing I'd add is ALWAYS get ur suits tailored no matter what!! Teddy get this lady to LA or NYC. If ur gonna suffer through winter u might as well do it in the greatest city in the world. Great video!
Honestly yes most guys need some alteration but the (depressing) fact is some men simply can find a perfect fit off the rack. And unless you're spending over 100, which sadly is very few, can be hard to justify tailoring costs
this was posted on my birthday!!! I recently started getting rid of clothes. I want to get my wardrobe down to 30 items, not counting the month supply of underwear and socks, and I think there's something sexy about being able to keep all my clothes in one wardrobe that doesnt lead to the Lion, the Witch and a castle full of wardrobes. I'm feeling pretty good about this new decision. I appreciate your perspective on this and I like your enforcement of "the suit that fits"
Courtney: "Frat guy clinging to his youth." You hit the nail on the head! Although I own some of the items you listed, I do not have white sneakers. For starters, the risk of getting those dirty is too high. Moreover, they require too much maintenance.
You can probably get a decent pair of white sneakers at Nordstrom Rack or somewhere similar for under $50. It's true that they get dirty quickly and will probably only last for maybe a year or so with some maintenance but they are very versatile and look good with almost any casual outfit.
Just buy a minimal white sneaker with the gum sole. It's less maintenance compared to the white sole that soils really easily. The other day I was having this dilemma with myself and decide to get a white sneaker with a gum sole because I can still dress them up or down from casual -->smart casual--> maybe business causal. But I'm not gonna lie I love the all white sneaker. I just don't think the white sneaker with the gum sole can be pulled off paired with a suit compared to an all white sneaker. Maybe Courtney or someone can chime in on that?
Keep it up Courtney. Well done! I have tons of clothes, shoes, and accessories. Your videos make me want to pare it down to just the ones you mentioned.However, I live in Wooster about an hour south of you so I have to keep a lot of warm stuff. Maybe do a video on that: How to be Stylish in the Cold.
Hi Courtney. Regarding suits, I would suggest having 2 staple: black as suggested and navy blue Both match with the white shirt (and almost all color-in my ignorant opinion) For the rest, you’re the professional Keep the content coming please
Excellent vid and excellent advice. I thought I had my wardrobe pretty much together but definitely picked up three or four good ideas. I watch real men ,real style which a good RU-vid channel for guys, but getting fashion advice from a beautiful female really makes me want to listen. I am always impressed with your charm, style, beauty and knowledge Courtney. SEIKO IS KING !!!
Courtney Ryan You’re welcome Courteney. I love all your videos and love the new seiko4ever. Is that a hashtag? The #. I don’t do social media so very uneducated in that area.🤷♂️
Real men real style is decent but I'd be careful, do your research in multiple places, avoid anything fashion-oriented and take it all with several grains of salt
Great video Courtney!!!! I agree with you on everything. I need to upgrade my wardrobe for 2022. As time and money allow I will purchase the needed items. I want to look great for any occasion. Thanks for sharing. I learned so much.
A black or dark grey warm waterproof coat with a hood is an essential, especially where I am in the UK where it's often raining. I've got a black Jack Wolfskin coat that I'll have with me for about 9 months of the year. It's more of a practical than stylish piece but can still look good if you're out in bad weather and want something that can be relatively formal/smart casual but don't want to look like you're about to hike up a mountan. Something from Carharrt, Jack Wolfskin, North Face etc.
You’re absolutely right! Lol I love the point about not wanting to look like you’re about to hike up a mountain. Sometimes with practical pieces it’s hard to find the balance 😂 Thanks for the comment! ❤️
The white T-Shirt. My best hack, DO NOT sleep in your "dress" white tee shirts (any color really). You'll stretch the neck out and it will look wavy from then on. Wavy=Dorky. If it's wrinkly=Dorky, get a hand steamer. They are great for quick touch-up on all your shirts.
In general. I like the list and suits my professional background. Fashion school 😇 Very serious considering other channels haven't mentioned those attributes 🤙I'm impressed 😎
Ms. Ryan, I really like your suggestions. I would like to add a few things: classic sunglasses such as Ray Ban Clubmasters or Randolph Engineering sunglasses. Other things such as conservative neck ties (stripes), tie clip bar, pocket squares are also essentials as well.
Courtney, you hit the mark! I often am asked by my law students or law clerks what clothes to buy as they start their legal career. I have saved your video and am going to play it for them. I agree with you on every bit of advice. Just a couple of refinements. 1) Make sure your shoes are shined. It truly ruins the look to see a guy in a nice suit with shoes that look like the guy just wore them on a hike. 2) If you buy a good dark blue or charcoal suit you can use the jacket as a blazer in a pinch or on a business trip where you have to pack light. 3) You were as the English would say, “spot on” with regard to your belt advice. Nothing says rookie like a guy who is wearing a nice suit with a beat up old Levis brown belt! Awful. Now, off to eat a Hershey Bar (you may be bitter about Cleveland’s winter weather but I am bitter about how you and Teddy downgraded my beloved Hershey Bar) :-).
I made two mistakes with suits in law school. One was getting a navy suit and a black suit, instead of navy and charcoal. The other was weightlifting too much. I was 5'8" and bulked up to 185 lbs. with a 43" chest. Once I stopped lifting so much, those suits became useless. I haven't touched a weight in decades, and I've settled into a 38" chest. I should've had a less impactful stress reliever during law school. Oh, I also wish that I had spent more money on some quality dress shoes. Bigger upfront cost, but they last much longer (especially with shoe trees).
For colors, you can't go wrong with different shades of grey, blue and brown. Not only do these colors occur in nature, which is why they appeal to so many people, but they also have great synergy in menswear. 🙂
I just have to say after subscribing and watching your content for quite some time now that you are spot on! Not only with your style advice, but with advice about dating and such. Keep on doing what you do. 👊🏾 And FYI: That Teddy fellow is one lucky dude. 😉
I am a Tshirt and Jeans guy. I was doing laundry last night and had 2 Tshirts and a white, long sleeve pull-over shirt all together in one wad in my hand and bam, it jumped right out at me that my Tshirts were no longer bright white. I'll try bleach, they don't have stains, just lost pizazz, but might have to get new ones. As far as the list, I still don't have a suit, I have a blazer that I've worn like twice in 10 years. Hard to justify a suit. In Nevada the suit is jeans, cowboy boots & hat, I don't have the hat and cowboy boots, either. Moto boots and helmet. Yes. I feel you on Cleveland, other than the R&R HoF, it's weather would definitely run me off. I declared Motorcycle season open on Easter Sunday in Nevada and THAT was about a month later than usual for here. And humidity in the summer is quite low. Nice.
I agree with literally everything you said you are so much better then that other womans stylist I watch Ashley Weston and I've only been watching you for 10 minutes
Tip: many of your finer shoemakers sell belts that match their dress shoes perfectly. Picking up a matching belt when you get your shoes will not only knock out #7 and #12 in one swing, but will make sure you look sharp when you wear #'s 3 & 9. But there should 16 items on this list - you need a nice tie to go with that suit, shirt, belt and shoes!
I spent ten bucks on a Walmart brand denim jacket at Plato's Closet and I get tons of compliments on it. I'm 6 foot, incredibly ectomorphed, and it's difficult to find anything that fits, so generally I opt to spend the extra, but I got lucky.
Great video . . . very informative ! Also, nothing ruins your up close appearance more than the lack of good personal hygiene ! A well groomed man that wears an appropriate fragrance will elevate your overall impression . . . whether it be in a casual or formal setting ! Keep those shoes polished guys . . . the ladies always, always notice ! Thanks for sharing . . .
Couldn’t help but notice the pics of boots you showed were from Thursday Boot Company, one of my favorites! They’re really well made and affordable. I have their Cavalier (a Chelsea boot) in black. I’m not getting paid for this. I just really like their boots.
Hey Courtney, great content. Great video, love that your picking up steam and creating videos. An idea Id like to see is a series of videos driving deep into each of these essentials. Like a video about which dark wash denim you'd recommend or don't recommend.
This was a great list. I'm happy to say I have several of all the items you listed. Always on the lookout for something else to add to my wardrobe. I was racking my brain trying to place your voice and where I knew it from until you mentioned Teddy, great guy. You made me chuckle with "cause I"m bitter about it." Whenever you guys are ready, Atl is waiting for you. Stay safe and healthy.
You emphasize layering from tee shirts to sweaters to jackets. Have tried…literally can’t take the heat of layering and start sweating. Even during winter. Doesn’t anyone else get too hot when wearing layers?
Everything you have posted in the last month is great, I started watching you this last month. I have everything listed except the white shoe and white t-shirts. White shoes seem to be hard to find these days. I'll rethink the white T.
Great video. A few thoughts. Never wear a button down Oxford with a tie. Always wear a white tee shirt under a white dress shirt. Get a reversible leather belt-brown/black. You can always get a solid blue suit and use the jacket as a blazer. For a few bucks more you get a suit and blazer. If you have both, be sure to get a blazer with shiny buttons-gold or silver. No no no on floods for suit pants. And don’t get pleated pants unless you want to look like you are 90. You are dead right on fit being critical in a suit. If you can afford a custom-and every department store does decently priced quasi-customs, do it. If not, buy a suit in your size and find yourself a tailor. Not someone at a dry cleaners. A real tailor. And ask to have it tailored perfectly. Not just cuffs, sleeves, and waist. You won’t regret it. Agree completely with an Oxford dress shoe but you gotta go black first. It’ll always work with your charcoal suit and jeans and a blazer. Brown doesn’t always. Brown is a great second pair. Great great video. If you want to expand to 16 items, get a “conservative” Robert Graham shirt. Not the wild ones which are cool but a laid back one. You can wear it with a suit and tie with the sleeves down, but then lose the jacket and flip up them cuffs and hit the town. Teddy totally needs one. He might protest a bit at first as he seems pretty conservative, but RG makes ones he’ll like.
15 essential men's clothing items guys should have. V neck white t-shirt. Oxford button down long sleeve shirts in white, blue, black. Long sleeve white shirt. Crew neck sweater in just one colour. Chino long jeans. Dark denim jeans. Brown or black leather belt. Navy or black blazer. Good fitting black or blue suit. White shoes or sneakers. Oxford black or brown dress shoes. Topcoat, Overcoat, or Peacoat. Pair of black or brown Chukka or Chelsea men's leather boots. Watch. Denim jacket and Leather jacket. Whether it's in dearer genuine leather, or cheaper fake leather is up to you.
- 00:24👕 A white t-shirt is an essential versatile piece for layering and standalone outfits. - 01:05👔 An oxford button-down shirt is a versatile option that can be dressed up or down. - 01:44👗 A white dress shirt is essential for formal settings and pairs well with any tie or jacket. - 02:10🧥 A crewneck sweater is perfect for casual outfits and layering. - 02:34👖 Chinos are a great alternative to jeans, offering both casual and dressy styling options. - 03:07👖 Dark wash denim is versatile and can be dressed up more easily than lighter washes. - 03:38👖 A leather belt is essential, with a dressy belt being more versatile than a casual one. - 04:19🧥 A blazer, especially in navy, is versatile for business casual and more formal occasions. - 04:44👔 Every man needs a perfectly fitting suit, with charcoal being a versatile starter option. - 05:52👟 White sneakers are a casual essential that work with any outfit and style. - 06:34👢 Boots are essential, with the type depending on your climate, offering a middle ground between casual and dressy. - 07:21👞 A pair of dress shoes, starting with Oxford Brown, is necessary for formal occasions. - 07:49🧥 A casual jacket, whether leather, denim, or bomber, is great for layering and suits personal style. - 08:28🧥 A top coat, overcoat, or pea coat is essential for warmth and style, depending on your climate. - 09:00⌚ A watch is a must-have accessory for adding style and professionalism.
Only 2 things you missed which are crucial are a nice slim leather wallet and a solid color tie....staples and make sure they match the belt and coordinate well with the suit.
Thanks for a good video, Courtney! But I have to say wow I love that hairdo in this video Courtney. Curly hair really looks good on you! You should go back to that more often!
Awesome video!! Would love a follow up for accessories like socks, ties, scarves, hats, etc! Hard to pare it down to just 15 essentials. I'd have to squeeze in a shawl collar cardigan somehow someway. Maybe do another video also for warm weather like Miami? :D
It's a great list... Many thanks for doing this. Also it's great to get a perspective from a woman rather than shouty men who only advertise on their channel. Please keep these videos coming...
Just discovered your channel and i am really loving your videos, may be because i am an introvert as well but i know how to style things up. I am on the same line with everything you are saying, a bit conservative and it screams conscientious persona, i can relate 100%. Anyway keep up the great flow of your videos and you come across like the perfect girlfriend 🤩
Great vid! I own all these essentials in my wardrobe except for boots and over coat and that's because I live in Costa Rica where the weather is usually 80 to 90 degrees F all year around lol. I did have my suits custom made and I love how they fit. Thanks for sharing! Greetings from Costa Rica ❤️
Love your tips, Courtney!! I'd really appreciate if you could take this topic a lil' bit deeper like 15 summer essentials and 15 winter essentials, thnx in advance. Greetings from Chile!
Great tips, thanks, you've guided some purchases. Very funny: Frat guy just clinging to his youth...he lied about watching The Office. Agree: the watch says a lot. For future: make it lifestyle, it opens the horizon: food, travel, activities, exercise, wine, books, cinema, apartment.
Do you have some tips for dressing up us, well... A bit more solid built men? When it comes to t-shirts, we often have to choose between super tight fits around the arms, or wearing a "tent". Fashion tips in general, goes well on slim build bodies, not very muscular or oversizes bodies.
I know exactly what you’re talking about! Too tight looks bad but so does too loose. It’s hard to find that in between! I recommend experimenting with different brands until you find something that works. I know there are brands now that are made for more of that “athletic” build, especially as the fitness industry continues to grow. There has to be something out there! 😂
Great video and I really love how you're not a slow talker who bores me with talking about something the video isn't actually about, for a change I don't have to increase the video's speed. However, sometimes a little pause in between, or change of volume/ tone (not sure if this is proper English) could increase the emotions the video delivers. Your video, and this is not meant to be offensive at all, is a tiny bit like you're just reading the text instead of speaking freely, and therefore doesn't deliver the message in an as emotionally catching manner as it could have been. Keep up the good content, stay healthy and greetings from Germany
Thank you! It’s funny because I don’t ever read off of anything, I think I just sound that way sometimes 😂 the camera can sometimes make me a little robot-ish but I’m working on it. thank you for the feedback! ❤️
you think Cleveland is cold come to Montreal hahaha great vid Courtney! :) i would add for sure a nice tie and maybe a hat for the flashier guys, i like wearing my fedora when i go out sometimes hehe.
You look great in your video's, Courtney. Thank you. I'm happy that Chino's are welcome. Always had problems with having big legs, a big butt and a small mid section. I always respect a lady's perspective.
Courtney, it seems like the style now for Oxford shirts and dress shirts is very form fitting, especially around the waist and sleeves. Do you have an opinion on this style? Do you think it's just a trend? I prefer the traditional "blousy" style, but shirts like that are very hard to find!
Blair Bieser Hi Blair! Good question. I would agree that the tighter fitting dress shirt/oxford is the most popular among the masses these days. I like a tighter fitting shirt but this also depends on your personal style/what you feel the most comfortable in! I think body type plays a huge role in this as well. At the end of the day I think wearing what makes you feel the most confident definitely outweighs the rest 😊
Peter Carson I think if you’re using it as an under shirt it’s okay to be a little bit see through but if you’re wearing it alone I would maybe get something that’s a thicker fabric. Teddy has a couple from Taylor Stitch that are amazing. They’re a little more pricey but definitely worth it and not see through 😊
I agree with it all except the dress shoes. I truly believe that a mans first dress shoe should be black oxfords. They are absolutely necessary to any closet. Brown wingtips I think are number two because they can be dressed down. But if you are in any formal setting Black is needed.
Please get kaki chinos if it’s your only pair - it’s such an old american men style... Maybe a nice olive or off-white, it looks so much more modern...
