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As early as 50,000 years ago, our ancestral Homo sapiens used whatever was in their surroundings to shield themselves from the harsh climate. Anthropologists have unearthed human fossils from the Arctic Circle and saw evidence of men’s clothing made of fur and animal skin. In retrospect, in regions where the temperature was much warmer, evidences of men’s clothes made primarily, of leaves and grass were discovered. These were used to cover primitive man from the dust and heat. At that time, men’s clothing was nothing more that an ingenious invention borne from necessity.

As centuries passed though, men’s clothing assumed a new significance- it became a signature for social status. Emperors and Kings wore ornaments made of gold and rare jewels; nobles wore hats, while peasants adorned themselves with shells and plain-colored garments.

Many decades later man found the means to bridge his geographical gap with his neighbors.As a consequence, men’s clothing became as diverse as the cultures of this world. Chinese men wore court dresses; the Scottish wore tartans and kilts, Filipinos were seen in their barongs that were woven from pineapple fiber. Because of this diversity, trends emerged and fashion as an institution was born. Designers and fashion magazines all fanned the flames of what was essential and what was frowned at in men’s clothing. Men were sized up by how his pants were creased, the length of his tie, if his belt matched his loafers. Fundamental rules and classifications surfaced and they became codes that the modern man lived by. For instance, brown belts should never go with black shoes. This applied across all cultures that required shoes and belts on formal functions.

Amidst this celebration of diversity, the concept of haute couture emerged. Remarkably, this gave men’s fashion the tool for individual distinction. A separation from the rest not dictated by social status, rather, by preferences. Indeed, by having clothes designed and made especially for oneself emphasized one’s uniqueness.

Men’s clothing became a form of expression.

How a man saw himself was ultimately reflected by how he dressed. Everyday was one big costume party that showcased men’s clothing and its 50,000 years of history, give and take.

As life became more and more fast-paced, a new element was soon incorporated into men’s clothing– comfort. Looking good became as important as feeling good. Modern lifestyles required clothes that did not require special cleaning and tedious caring.

In response to this need and as a consequence of capitalism and trade, technology nurtured the discoveries and inventions of fabrics and methods of clothes making. Nylon, Polyester and Lycra are but a few synthetics that replaced natural fibers. Mainstream men’s clothing was mirrored by sports wear that breathed like skin, smart office wear that repelled water, and shoes that complimented a foot’s contour instead of the other way around. Men’s clothing in retail boomed.

In the transition between haute couture and retail, constants were defined. Today, these staple articles are as essential as to men’s clothing as they were when they were first created.

The suit

In business and formal functions, the suit has claimed stake as the most appropriate ensemble in the pool of men’s clothing. A man can never go wrong by showing up in a suit.

The blue jeans

Levi’s, Mossimo, and Lee are just some of the labels that have paved the way for what jeans are all about now and how they should be worn– deconstructed, faded, or acid-washed. From a workman’s essential to a casual staple, jeans have secured its place as an icon of men’s clothing.

The Cross Trainer

Nike and Adidas have cornered the market by ever-revolutionizing shoes that conquer even the testiest terrain and the most rigorous of training programs. These shoes are not an after-thought in men’s clothing, rather, the first that is thought of and for which, all other fitness apparel follows.

The T-Shirt

T-shirts were originally undergarments worn by laborers. A classic example of metamorphosing use of garments, by the end of World War I, it became a permanent trend for casual wear.

For the years to come, fashion will continue to evolve and will continue to be influenced by emerging technologies, trends and necessity, but utility and design will always be key elements in men’s clothing. The marriage of form and function in men’s clothing will never be divorced.

Today various brands manufacture casual clothing for men. A few of them have proved to be the best and are preferred by consumers all across the world. Lyle and Scott is one such brand. The company started manufacturing clothes in Hawick, a town in Scotland and developed into one of the most loved names in the world of fashion. The apparel from this brand with the best and innovative designs that define modern men’s fashion remains at the top. The company was established in 1874 by Walter Scott and William Lyle. Today, Lyle and Scott offer an extensive range of knitwear, shirts, trousers, polo shirts and jackets. They also manufacture shoes and various accessories.

The men’s clothing offered by this company has gone through lots of changes and they have collaborated with many famous people of the fashion industry to design classy as well as versatile clothes. The golf clothing range created by Lyle and Scott is admired throughout the world. The sweaters made by this brand are known for comfort as well as warmth. They are created with the highest quality wool and provide a better fit. The cashmere sweaters made by the company was one of the first products to become extremely popular. They also manufacture the V-neck sweater. These sweaters look great with jeans and trousers and are available in various attractive colours and styles to suit individual preferences.

The shirts made by Lyle and Scott are also popular among men from all age group. They are found in both long as well as short sleeve versions and are perfect for any fashionable man. Slim fit is offered by the shirts that are made of pure cotton. They are available in different designs and patterns. These shirts are available in different sizes to suit every customer. These shirts can be worn both to work as well for casual outings.
The polo shirts made by Lyle and Scott are also a big hit among the masses. These polo shirts are famous because of their nice colour combinations, unique prints and magnificent designs making them an excellent choice for all events and an indispensable part of any man’s wardrobe.You can find these polo shirts in multi-coloured stripes. Your stylish look as well as comfort will be enhanced by these polo shirts. You can wear these polo shirts while playing golf and exude confidence as well as a casual, relaxed look.

Trousers are also manufactured by this Scottish brand. They are made of cotton and are extremely comfortable and slim fit. The trousers are provided with zip and button fastening. They have two side pockets at the front and two jetted pockets in the back. These trousers can be paired with shirts and you will certainly look smart in that combination. Lyle and Scott are widely popular because they design clothing for different types of consumers and give them satisfaction. The collection of this brand enhances your look and helps in expressing your personality.

A button down shirt, when worn the right way can be sexy. A lot of women mostly wear shirts with buttons down the front as part of office attires and unlike men, they rarely wear this type of clothing anywhere else. However, these types of shirts can make the wearer downright attractive when worn correctly, paired with the right type of clothing and enhanced with the right accessories.

Shirts with buttons down the front can be worn in a variety of ways; tucked in or out, open or closed, paired with long or short skirts, with pants or shorts or leggings. The important thing is for the wearer to know how to pull a certain look off. It is not always a good idea to wear clothing the way celebrities or models do especially if your physique or build is not right for the style you want to follow or portray.

Talking about physical build, since people have different physique, it is important to consider some factor when wearing a button down shirt. For example, it is not a good idea for one with a chubbier physique to wear horizontally striped shirts. Likewise for people with not too curvy bodies, wearing shirts with vertical stripes will just emphasize what you are lacking. It is always better to wear plain shirts and simply enhance your look with the accessories. You should also know how to match your skin tone with the color of your shirt.

Here are some tips on how to wear shirts with buttons down the front:

– When wearing this type of shirt open, pair it up with a different and more brightly colored shirt underneath just make sure this shirt is not V-necked as it does not look good with open-buttoned shirts most of the time.

– For longer shirts, wear them with a glam belt around your neck; the thicker the belt, the more it can emphasize your hips. You can also fold up the sleeves halfway up your arms and wear stacked silver or light hued bracelets.

– You can also wear longer shirts loose paired with tight dark colored leggings for a much simpler and more comfortable get-up.

– Chunky costume jewelry also goes well with a button down shirt, especially one with vertical stripes.

Shirts with buttons down the front should not be limited as office garb, experiment and make your own statement wearing these.