For the average guy wondering how to be creative with his fashion statement, he can borrow cues from Hollywood actor, Michael B. Jordan, who is a walking masterpiece. Though he sticks to the rules of menswear, he still puts the ‘icing on the cake’ by throwing in finishing touches of his own so that when he steps out he leaves a lasting impression.
Borrowing styles from Michael B. Jordan’s look, here are five staples that will look great on any guy:
1. The statement sweater
Don’t go oversized when regular fits work this well. Just like the Black Panther star who wears punchy sweaters, you can wear sweaters with eye-catching prints. The pattern draws attention to his ring-ready upper body while the silhouette hugs rather than squeeze Jordan’s frame. The dimensions are always spot on – hemmed at the waist with sleeves reaching the wrist.
2. The unstuffy suit
When you are going for suits, place emphasis on the shoulders. This suits fit well-built men like Jordan. The rounded, sloping shoulders keep his upper body in proportion. He also plays with tradition by incorporating some unexpected accessories.
3. Plaid outerwear
Plaid is the perfect pattern for streetwear-inspired looks. It’s eye-catching, just like the best Instagram-popping street style. Streetwear in itself is meant to be an attack against the buttoned-up culture that still remains in the other half of menswear so, in this respect, it goes well.
4. The real double-breasted suit
The double-breasted suit is very much back in fashion, owing to a resurgent interest in 80s boxy tailoring. It’s a mighty thing. Six buttons usually, eight if you’re really pushing the boat out, rising up in unison to a peak lapel that gives you a V-shaped upper body whether you are built like a boxer or not. Jordan wears his more buttoned-up. The lapels are short and tight keeping the look elegant and restrained while pleated trousers give the outfit some welcome flair.
5. Staple black jeans
Staple black jeans are must-haves. it’s a menswear basic but it’s one so many guys often get so wrong, especially in the trouser department. Jordan prefers the slim-fitting black jeans, using them to great effect in balancing out a colourful top-half, but they never shrink-wrap towards the skinny side.
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