Written by Menswear Style in Essentials on the 23rd May 2017

If you are a true dapper gentleman, you’ll surely have all the fashion accessories that any stylish man needs. But having the full complete list of accessories in your armour is quite a difficult task to achieve. Depending upon your day job the required accessories will vary, but whatever your line of work, you should surely already have a few of the most important of these fashion accessories. Not only will they make your life easier, but they can also make you look graceful. Keeping in mind the requirements of all the men out there, here are the top five fashion accessories for men.

Watch 

A watch is one of the most important and useful items among these fashion accessories. Though you will have a smart phone which can easily show you the time, there isn’t a more convenient hands-free way to quickly glance at the time throughout the day. You can shop a number of different watches nowadays, and a smart watch is also a worthy alternative.

Tie 

If you are heading to a formal occasion, then a tie is one of the most important fashion accessories that you should wear. Though wearing a tie is often mandatory at many offices, you should also wear a tie when you are going to any semi-formal occasions such as a wedding ceremony. Quite often it will look like you’ve made good effort and put significant importance on the day when you wear a tie, especially when it wasn’t required.

Wallet 

The next essential fashion accessory that you should carry at all times is most certainly a wallet. You might be carrying a wallet already, but if you’re not, get a wallet as soon as possible. It is not only a great fashion accessory, but it is also one of the most useful ways of carrying money. There are many different designs, colours and sizes out there, but we recommend always getting one which will easily fit in your pocket. You can also have a look at this cool wallets for men selection for inspiration.

Hat 

Wearing a hat has its own advantages. You can wear a hat to protect your head from the burning sunlight or keep it warm against the harsh winter elements. Various kinds of hats are available on the market today, from smart trilby and Panama hats to casual beanies and bucket hats. But always invest in one that suits your style and one that you feel confident wearing, not to mention that it should fit properly.

Sunglasses 

Whilst active this summer, whether it’s a stroll in the park, a spot of fishing or a drive to the shops, wearing sunglasses is one of the most important summer accessories you can buy. Wearing them will protect your eyes from the sun and will give you better vision when glare can be harsh. Sunglasses are available at various price points but we recommend investing in UV protection and polarized lenses.

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