Can't decide what to wear to that office party coming up this summer? Silk and linen - it's been the fashion choice for men's summer wear for years.
Silk was originally worn as a symbol of royalty. It is considered to be a very luxurious fabric. It has a shimmering appearance since it refracts incoming light producing different shades on the surface. When wearing it, subtlety is the key.
The blue silk dress shirt for the men is like the little black dress for women. It is a must have in every man's closet. Choose light or icy blue specifically to bring out the color in you. Choose sophisticated cuts to accentuate the chest area so as to create an illusion of having a wide chest if you are on the thin side.
When picking out colors, go for something light and neutral in plains. You can also choose pinstripes to denote authority but never in bright colors for it will throw off the attention. That would cause momentary blindness to others. You can jazz it up by wearing colored ties. It is best to dry clean silk instead of washing it in water since it shrinks, though that can be remedied by using a steam iron.
This is a fabric that should be avoided by those who sweat profusely. It tends to darken when wet therefore highlighting your sweaty underarms. You don't want that to get noticed.
If the idea of a sexy cool silk shirt appeals to you match it up with a nice pair of cool linen pants. Silk and linen have been a sophisticated fashionable combination for years and chances are you can wear the same outfit 10 years from now and still look stylish.
You actually don't have to be a member of a royal family anymore to wear silk, just a person with good taste who likes to look nice. So next time your shopping, give silk a try.
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