Nobody likes a one-trick pony. But if that one trick happens to be a kick-ass styling move that – no matter how many times it’s rolled out – never fails to impress, we’re willing to make an exception.

When it comes to dressing well, some things just work. Always. But figuring those things out often involves a lot of trial (and a lot of error).

To save you the tedium and embarrassment, and fast-track the development of your personal style in the process, here are 11 surprising lessons from the world’s best-dressed men.

The Master: Jeff Goldblum

The Lesson: Age Means Appropriate, Not Boring

Most overused catchphrases, like most overused style rules, are more often than not complete and utter BS. Jeff Goldblum’s style, however, is proof that age is, indeed, just a number.

The man is knee-deep in his sixth decade of life and yet manages to scrub up better than most guys in their twenties or thirties could ever hope to. Sure, we’re dubious of his improbably thick head of hair, and he no doubt sports made-to-measure gnashers, but what separates Goldblum from his peers is not his combination of good fortune and finances, it’s his understanding of how to remain contemporary without verging on cringe.

Whereas most men post 40 gravitate exclusively towards sensible togs (fleece, thermal underwear and chiropodist-approved shoes), Goldblum still reaches for well-fitting black leather jackets, slim-fit jeans and glasses so stylish they make 20/20 vision seem like a mild inconvenience.

By swerving dressing like he’s given up on life, while also not chasing trends, Goldblum always looks well put-together. When we grow up, we want to be Jeff Goldblum.

The Master: Oliver Cheshire

The Lesson: Casual Can Still Be Sharp

There’s no denying it, Oliver Cheshire can wear the heck out of a suit. But given the fact he’s one of the world’s top male models and a stalwart of London’s menswear scene, that’s hardly brick-through-a-window shocking.