[Bring_Back_Shantz]

Originally Posted by CroFlames

The GMG thread inspired me to seek consultation here.

I'm an early 30s guy, but I've always looked older than I am (tall, dark, handsome, etc). This has actually worked to my advantage in the business world I think.

Now I look like I'm in my late 30s due to this condition, and a little bit of thinning at the top.

I want a new work wardrobe, so I'm looking for ideas. I work in a pretty relaxed office environment (dark jeans acceptable) but I still want to look good, and maybe more youthful if that makes sense. I bought a couple of chino pants, but I don't know what to pair them with and such. Ideally, if I could have about 10-12 work outfits I rotate, that would be fantastic. I have a few blazer jackets that are too fancy for our office environment, and I typically wear those to meetings with clients or conferences.

I guess I'm not looking to spend $1200 on shoes, but I'm also open to spending a little more than $120 on them to look good. Same for the rest of the wardrobe.

I would stay away from what most people call "Dress Shirts".
When I think of that I think of typical lightweight white/blue shirts with a very basic pattern. They will make you look old.

I don't know if they are doing it now with the pandemic, but i would recommend doing the personal shopping at Simons.
I find they have a pretty good range of clothes that you can mix and match, are still appropriate for work, and will not make you feel super old.

You don't have to go super high end to get good white collar job clothes, but stay away from the wall of "dress shirts" at the Bay.