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Making an Impact: Fashion and Personal Style for Men in Real Estate
We’re ecstatic to have received such a positive response to our previous blog about how women in real estate can become more confident and succeed by dressing professionally to their body shape. Now, it’s time to move our attention to the gentlemen and explore how they can dress for success and exude confidence as real estate professionals.
But you may think, does having a personal style necessary for men?
The answer is a resounding yes. Styling is not just about looking good; it’s about making a powerful impression, projecting professionalism and building trust with clients. As mentioned in our fashion guide for women in real estate, your appearance is an extension of your personal brand; how you present yourself can substantially impact how your leads, clients and colleagues perceive you in the real estate industry.
Before we dive into our style guide today, let me share with you three key reasons why you should be investing time and effort into dressing well:
Improved Self-Confidence
Dressing in a manner where you look and feel good naturally boosts your self-confidence and esteem. By wearing outfits that reflect your personal style and, most importantly, flatter your body shape, you project self-assurance and a strong sense of self. This confidence translates into how you interact with clients, making you more persuasive and compelling in negotiations.
Enhanced Professional Image
Your appearance speaks volumes of who you are as a professional and entails your expertise and attention to detail. You need to also keep in mind that you are directly or indirectly representing your clients and firm/brokerage. Dressing well projects an image of reliability, competence and professionalism to your clients and colleagues.
Increased Credibility
Real estate is an evolving market where competition remains high. To stand out in a saturated industry, having credibility is critical. Having a professional look helps you become an authority in your field. Clients are more likely to trust your expertise and rely on your guidance when you present yourself as a knowledgeable and reputable realtor who understands the importance of dressing professionally.
Now that you know the importance of dressing for success, it’s time to delve into the world of men’s fashion and professional attire. Like female realtors, men can benefit significantly from understanding their body shapes and choosing clothes that flatter their unique figures. By dressing in a way that complements your physique, you can elevate your overall appearance.
In this style guide, we’ll walk you through different body types commonly found among men and provide recommendations on how to dress to your advantage.
Let’s find out below!
1. Rectangle
Men with rectangular body shapes have shoulders, hips and waist that are similar in width, creating an athletic silhouette. The goal for rectangular-shaped men is to create the illusion of a more defined physique or structure. Balance is key when preparing outfits for rectangle body shapes. Pay attention to proportions for a seamless look.
What to wear:
Choose clothing that adds volume and structure to the upper body, namely shirts with textures and patterns, such as plaids, checks or subtle prints. These elements add visual interest and draw attention, defining the shape of the upper body.
Use single-breasted jackets with plenty of structure on the shoulders.
Opt for slightly tapered or slim-fit jeans or pants to create the appearance of a more defined waist, adding shape to the overall silhouette. Steer clear from excessively baggy or loose bottoms, as they can make the figure appear more boxy.
Make use of accessories such as belts to cinch the waist and add definition. Having medium-width belts in complementary colors helps add more choices for mix and match.
Select shoes that are proportional to body size and avoid overly sleek or chunky styles. Stick to classic designs that easily complement any type of look.
2. Oval
The oval body shape has a fuller midsection with a rounder waistline. Elongate and slim the midsection to create visual balance while drawing attention away from the waist. The ultimate goal is to display a more streamlined and proportional silhouette.
What to wear:
For tops, well-fitted shirts designed with vertical details or patterns, such as pinstripes or vertical color blocking, are ideal as they help elongate the torso. V-neck or open-collar shirts are also suited for oval body shapes as they help draw attention upward and elongate the neck, making the torso appear longer and leaner.
For formal outfits, choose a black pinstripe suit paired with black dress shoes to achieve a slimming and monochromatic look.
Stick to darker shades for the midsection to achieve a slimming effect. However, pops of colors or lighter shades in other areas can add visual interest, drawing attention away from the midsection. Avoid horizontal stripes and bold patterns around the midsection, as they can emphasize the roundness of the waistline.
Pleats provide a slight widening effect to pants, offering added comfort for men with larger thighs and bottoms when seated. Avoid oversized or baggy clothing, as it can make the midsection appear larger. Well-tailored garments that skim the body without clinging too tightly are fantastic options.
Opt for shoes with an elongated and sleek design to create the illusion of a longer and slimmer silhouette.
Long Sleeve Vertical Pinstripe
3. Triangle
A triangle body shape is characterized by shoulders that are narrower than the hips and waist. This creates a silhouette where the upper body appears smaller than the lower body. It’s crucial to balance out the proportions by adding visual interest and volume to the upper body while minimizing the emphasis on the waist and hips.
What to wear:
Opt for shirts and tops decorated with patterns or details on the shoulders or chest area to highlight the upper body and make it appear broader. Vertical stripes, textured fabrics and bold prints are good elements that can help add width and draw attention to the shoulders.
Jackets with structured shoulders or padding can add more definition to the upper body, while wider lapels can help create the illusion of broader shoulders.
Choose trousers or pants with a straight or slightly wider leg cut to create balance with the upper body. Stay away from skinny or tight-fitting bottoms, which could accentuate the contrast between narrow shoulders and wider hips.
Select darker colors for the lower body, while the lighter or brighter colors should go with the upper body to draw attention upward and create a more balanced appearance.
Shoes with some detail or bulk in the lower half, such as brogues or wingtips, help add volume and balance to the overall silhouette.
Long Sleeve Linen Chambray Shirt
Leather Laser Wing Oxford Shoes
4. Inverted Triangle
Men with inverted triangle body shapes typically have a V-shaped silhouette characterized by broader shoulders and narrower waist and hips. To create balance, visual weight or volume should be added to the lower body while minimizing the emphasis on the upper body.
What to wear:
Opt for jackets with structured shoulders that don’t overly accentuate the broadness. Pick styles that taper down towards the waist for a more balanced silhouette. Furthermore, single-breasted jackets or blazers with vertical patterns can also help elongate the torso and minimize the width of the shoulders.
Layering can be a useful technique to achieve a more balanced look. Wear a well-fitted top with a vest, cardigan or jacket to help add volume to the lower body. Remember to choose garments with textured fabrics or lay pieces of different lengths to attain balance.
Flat-front or pleated pants can help add volume to the lower body, as well as pants or trousers that have a straight cut to achieve balance. On the other hand, avoid skinny or tight-fitting jeans that may highlight the obvious contrast between the broad shoulders and narrower waist and hips.
Use accessories strategically to draw attention to the lower body. Belts, statement watches or interesting footwear add balance and visual interest to the overall look.
Wear shoes with bulk or details in the lower part, such as brogues or boots, to draw attention away from the shoulders and towards the lower body.
5. Trapezoid
A trapezoid body has wide, well-developed shoulders with a slightly narrower waist and hips. This body shape is typical for active and fit men and usually have muscular chests. The goal for men with a trapezoid body shape is to emphasize their well-proportioned upper body while maintaining balance with the lower body.
What to wear:
Choose tailored or fitted shirts that showcase your upper body, but make sure they’re not overly tight. Shirts with structured shoulders are also good options to enhance the broadness and maintain the trapezoid shape. Scoop-neck or V-neck shirts also help accentuate the chest and draw attention to the upper body.
Experiment with various colors and patterns to emphasize your trapezoid shape. Dark colors on the lower body create a slimming effect, while bolder or brighter colors draw attention to the well-toned shoulders.
Fitted pants or trousers are the best options for this body shape, while excessively tight or loose bottoms can easily disrupt the proportions.
Wearing accessories such as a watch or minimalistic jewelry can add a touch of personal style that complements your overall look.
Classic dress shoes or stylish sneakers can complement the overall look and add a touch of sophistication or casual appeal.
Calvin Klein Black Steel Watch
As you continue your journey as a real estate professional, remember that fashion and personal style can be powerful tools to enhance your professional image and make a lasting impression on potential leads, clients and colleagues.
However, fashion is not just about following rigid guidelines; it’s an opportunity to express individuality and personal style. Explore, mix and match and find what resonates most with you while still looking professional. But keep in mind that as a real estate agent, you have to be the ultimate package to win the trust of your potential leads. As you enhance your professional image, it’s also imperative to continue strengthening your pipeline by leveraging technology to succeed.
Invest in professional tools and software to help you take your real estate business to the next level. At Kaptiva Pro, we offer tools to streamline your pipeline where you can easily integrate your leads into our Customer Relationship Management (CRM), plan your social media content in advance using our Social Media Planner, create eye-catching landing pages and websites to capture potential leads, craft compelling email marketing campaigns using our integrated Content AI, and other fantastic features. Generally speaking, Kaptiva Pro removes repetitive tasks and guessing work from your hands. Avail our FREE Trial for 14 days and see how our features can make your work easier as a realtor.
Be the next successful real estate agent whose personal style exudes confidence, professionalism and a touch of individuality. Stay stylish, stay true to yourself and continue making a difference in real estate.
Making an Impact: Fashion and Personal Style for Men in Real Estate
We’re ecstatic to have received such a positive response to our previous blog about how women in real estate can become more confident and succeed by dressing professionally to their body shape. Now, it’s time to move our attention to the gentlemen and explore how they can dress for success and exude confidence as real estate professionals.
But you may think, does having a personal style necessary for men?
The answer is a resounding yes. Styling is not just about looking good; it’s about making a powerful impression, projecting professionalism and building trust with clients. As mentioned in our fashion guide for women in real estate, your appearance is an extension of your personal brand; how you present yourself can substantially impact how your leads, clients and colleagues perceive you in the real estate industry.
Before we dive into our style guide today, let me share with you three key reasons why you should be investing time and effort into dressing well:
Improved Self-Confidence
Dressing in a manner where you look and feel good naturally boosts your self-confidence and esteem. By wearing outfits that reflect your personal style and, most importantly, flatter your body shape, you project self-assurance and a strong sense of self. This confidence translates into how you interact with clients, making you more persuasive and compelling in negotiations.
Enhanced Professional Image
Your appearance speaks volumes of who you are as a professional and entails your expertise and attention to detail. You need to also keep in mind that you are directly or indirectly representing your clients and firm/brokerage. Dressing well projects an image of reliability, competence and professionalism to your clients and colleagues.
Increased Credibility
Real estate is an evolving market where competition remains high. To stand out in a saturated industry, having credibility is critical. Having a professional look helps you become an authority in your field. Clients are more likely to trust your expertise and rely on your guidance when you present yourself as a knowledgeable and reputable realtor who understands the importance of dressing professionally.
Now that you know the importance of dressing for success, it’s time to delve into the world of men’s fashion and professional attire. Like female realtors, men can benefit significantly from understanding their body shapes and choosing clothes that flatter their unique figures. By dressing in a way that complements your physique, you can elevate your overall appearance.
In this style guide, we’ll walk you through different body types commonly found among men and provide recommendations on how to dress to your advantage.
Let’s find out below!
1. Rectangle
Men with rectangular body shapes have shoulders, hips and waist that are similar in width, creating an athletic silhouette. The goal for rectangular-shaped men is to create the illusion of a more defined physique or structure. Balance is key when preparing outfits for rectangle body shapes. Pay attention to proportions for a seamless look.
What to wear:
Choose clothing that adds volume and structure to the upper body, namely shirts with textures and patterns, such as plaids, checks or subtle prints. These elements add visual interest and draw attention, defining the shape of the upper body.
Use single-breasted jackets with plenty of structure on the shoulders.
Opt for slightly tapered or slim-fit jeans or pants to create the appearance of a more defined waist, adding shape to the overall silhouette. Steer clear from excessively baggy or loose bottoms, as they can make the figure appear more boxy.
Make use of accessories such as belts to cinch the waist and add definition. Having medium-width belts in complementary colors helps add more choices for mix and match.
Select shoes that are proportional to body size and avoid overly sleek or chunky styles. Stick to classic designs that easily complement any type of look.
2. Oval
The oval body shape has a fuller midsection with a rounder waistline. Elongate and slim the midsection to create visual balance while drawing attention away from the waist. The ultimate goal is to display a more streamlined and proportional silhouette.
What to wear:
For tops, well-fitted shirts designed with vertical details or patterns, such as pinstripes or vertical color blocking, are ideal as they help elongate the torso. V-neck or open-collar shirts are also suited for oval body shapes as they help draw attention upward and elongate the neck, making the torso appear longer and leaner.
For formal outfits, choose a black pinstripe suit paired with black dress shoes to achieve a slimming and monochromatic look.
Stick to darker shades for the midsection to achieve a slimming effect. However, pops of colors or lighter shades in other areas can add visual interest, drawing attention away from the midsection. Avoid horizontal stripes and bold patterns around the midsection, as they can emphasize the roundness of the waistline.
Pleats provide a slight widening effect to pants, offering added comfort for men with larger thighs and bottoms when seated. Avoid oversized or baggy clothing, as it can make the midsection appear larger. Well-tailored garments that skim the body without clinging too tightly are fantastic options.
Opt for shoes with an elongated and sleek design to create the illusion of a longer and slimmer silhouette.
Long Sleeve Vertical Pinstripe
3. Triangle
A triangle body shape is characterized by shoulders that are narrower than the hips and waist. This creates a silhouette where the upper body appears smaller than the lower body. It’s crucial to balance out the proportions by adding visual interest and volume to the upper body while minimizing the emphasis on the waist and hips.
What to wear:
Opt for shirts and tops decorated with patterns or details on the shoulders or chest area to highlight the upper body and make it appear broader. Vertical stripes, textured fabrics and bold prints are good elements that can help add width and draw attention to the shoulders.
Jackets with structured shoulders or padding can add more definition to the upper body, while wider lapels can help create the illusion of broader shoulders.
Choose trousers or pants with a straight or slightly wider leg cut to create balance with the upper body. Stay away from skinny or tight-fitting bottoms, which could accentuate the contrast between narrow shoulders and wider hips.
Select darker colors for the lower body, while the lighter or brighter colors should go with the upper body to draw attention upward and create a more balanced appearance.
Shoes with some detail or bulk in the lower half, such as brogues or wingtips, help add volume and balance to the overall silhouette.
Long Sleeve Linen Chambray Shirt
Leather Laser Wing Oxford Shoes
4. Inverted Triangle
Men with inverted triangle body shapes typically have a V-shaped silhouette characterized by broader shoulders and narrower waist and hips. To create balance, visual weight or volume should be added to the lower body while minimizing the emphasis on the upper body.
What to wear:
Opt for jackets with structured shoulders that don’t overly accentuate the broadness. Pick styles that taper down towards the waist for a more balanced silhouette. Furthermore, single-breasted jackets or blazers with vertical patterns can also help elongate the torso and minimize the width of the shoulders.
Layering can be a useful technique to achieve a more balanced look. Wear a well-fitted top with a vest, cardigan or jacket to help add volume to the lower body. Remember to choose garments with textured fabrics or lay pieces of different lengths to attain balance.
Flat-front or pleated pants can help add volume to the lower body, as well as pants or trousers that have a straight cut to achieve balance. On the other hand, avoid skinny or tight-fitting jeans that may highlight the obvious contrast between the broad shoulders and narrower waist and hips.
Use accessories strategically to draw attention to the lower body. Belts, statement watches or interesting footwear add balance and visual interest to the overall look.
Wear shoes with bulk or details in the lower part, such as brogues or boots, to draw attention away from the shoulders and towards the lower body.
5. Trapezoid
A trapezoid body has wide, well-developed shoulders with a slightly narrower waist and hips. This body shape is typical for active and fit men and usually have muscular chests. The goal for men with a trapezoid body shape is to emphasize their well-proportioned upper body while maintaining balance with the lower body.
What to wear:
Choose tailored or fitted shirts that showcase your upper body, but make sure they’re not overly tight. Shirts with structured shoulders are also good options to enhance the broadness and maintain the trapezoid shape. Scoop-neck or V-neck shirts also help accentuate the chest and draw attention to the upper body.
Experiment with various colors and patterns to emphasize your trapezoid shape. Dark colors on the lower body create a slimming effect, while bolder or brighter colors draw attention to the well-toned shoulders.
Fitted pants or trousers are the best options for this body shape, while excessively tight or loose bottoms can easily disrupt the proportions.
Wearing accessories such as a watch or minimalistic jewelry can add a touch of personal style that complements your overall look.
Classic dress shoes or stylish sneakers can complement the overall look and add a touch of sophistication or casual appeal.
Calvin Klein Black Steel Watch
As you continue your journey as a real estate professional, remember that fashion and personal style can be powerful tools to enhance your professional image and make a lasting impression on potential leads, clients and colleagues.
However, fashion is not just about following rigid guidelines; it’s an opportunity to express individuality and personal style. Explore, mix and match and find what resonates most with you while still looking professional. But keep in mind that as a real estate agent, you have to be the ultimate package to win the trust of your potential leads. As you enhance your professional image, it’s also imperative to continue strengthening your pipeline by leveraging technology to succeed.
Invest in professional tools and software to help you take your real estate business to the next level. At Kaptiva Pro, we offer tools to streamline your pipeline where you can easily integrate your leads into our Customer Relationship Management (CRM), plan your social media content in advance using our Social Media Planner, create eye-catching landing pages and websites to capture potential leads, craft compelling email marketing campaigns using our integrated Content AI, and other fantastic features. Generally speaking, Kaptiva Pro removes repetitive tasks and guessing work from your hands. Avail our FREE Trial for 14 days and see how our features can make your work easier as a realtor.
Be the next successful real estate agent whose personal style exudes confidence, professionalism and a touch of individuality. Stay stylish, stay true to yourself and continue making a difference in real estate.
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151 107th Avenue. Suite 6
Treasure Island, FL 33706
contact@kaptivapro.io
.
Copyright © 2024 Kaptiva LLC, All rights reserved.