Thought so. The solution? Swap pleats for slim-cut flat-front chinos, stale for modern frames, swathes of fabric for smartly darted shirts, and sleeveless knitted vests for ribbed knitwear.

It won’t even matter if your coat is a bit old-fashioned or your shoes are slightly on the old-school side, you’ve just turned the beat around by updating your core staples – those pieces that set the foundation of all your looks.

Something as simple as changing your frame style can be just what you need to bring your look up to date. Image: Tiger of Sweden

Final Word

There are plenty of ways to bring your style bang up to age, without turning your back on your personal aesthetic.

How old are you? And how old is your style? Do you aim to dress older than your age or is staying abreast of trends what keeps you feeling young? Do you think there should be set rules for men as they reach a certain age?

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