tl;dr - Look your best ALWAYS.

Body: I want to take a moment today and steer away from the usual posts we see on TRP. This post is very different. However it plays a huge part in increasing your SMV, attracting women, and you’ll feel good about yourself.

Mark Twain once said that, "Clothes Make a Man." How you present yourself says a lot about you. It's a nonverbal communication at work, going out, or going to special occasions telling the world who you are. The fact of the reality is that we live in a visually oriented world, and people think what they see is what they get. Respect, confidence and self-empowerment can all start with your diligence to apparel.

An important fact, if you dress well and look presentable, that shows that you respect yourself and you take care of yourself. In return people respect you and take care of you. If you abuse your own self by not taking care and looking miserable, you attract the same kind of behavior from others. A man in a well-tailored suit will always get treated better than some guy who just put on a t-shirt and some jeans.

How you dress determines how people respect you. What you wear is always the first thing that everyone else sees. People make their 1st impressions of you within 30 seconds of meeting you. It is far easier to dress to be respected vs. dressing down hoping to be respected later. When we meet people we like, we want to be noticed as special. It even adds to your social status. Women love a man who has a very big social circle. They respect you and find you more attractive. It is one among the things that reflects your attitude as well.

Dressing will make you feel so much more confident.

So here is some tips on how to make yourself the best version of yourself.

I always buy good fitted shirts that fit my body. I highly recommend that you get some good slim fitted button down shirts. Start out with the basic four. Get one in white, light blue, light purple and a salmon color. These colors will give you a more versatile look. From here on out, you can purchase additional shirts and expand on your wardrobe.

Here and Here are examples.

Brand that I have purchased in the past.

  • Volcom
  • Ralph Lauren
  • Express
  • Tommy Hilfiger
  • Calvin Klein
  • Banana Republic

You also need some good shoes to match your outfits. Get yourself some chukkas or Desert Boots in suede. Stick with black, brown, and more of a tannish color.

Here is a good example

Get yourself 2 oxford wing tip dress shoes. I recommend you stick with black and navy blue.

Here is a good example. Please note, find brands that you like and styles that fit you best.

If you hit the gym, get some good lifting shoes. I personally love the adidas “adipower weightlifting shoes.” You can check them out Here. You can also get yourself some basic running shoes from whatever brand you like. Nike is what I have.

Get yourself some Perry’s. These shoes not only look great, but they are comfortable. Check some Here.

Some other basic essentials.

  • Under Tees
  • Socks
  • Boxers
  • Underwear

For jeans, get 2 pairs of dark jeans and the other ones are up to you. Dark jeans are very versatile so having them in your wardrobe helps you mix and match with your other clothes. Jeans are harder to pinpoint to a specific brand but whatever fits and makes you look best, get them. I stick with Levis.

For some basic tees, you can choose your options on these. I buy tees with graphics on them, it adds more of a modern look to you. You can find them at Express, Pac Sun, or any other retailer really. I also have purchased some good fitted basic colored tees from Old Navy for a good price to wear around the house.

Here and Here are examples.

I can’t support polo shirts because I look like shit in them but if they work for you, by all means buy them.

Get yourself a nice watch. I have a nice bolova watch that I bought from macy’s on sale. This is the one I have Here.

Get yourself some sunglasses, it’s all about style with these, so choose your pick. I have Oakley’s.

Just as clothes are important to your image so is grooming yourself. Start with getting a good haircut. The one I take is along the lines of this → Here.

Hair is an important part of someone’s general appearance, setting the tone for the entire look. It can make a positive impression on the people you meet, it needs to be healthy-looking and full of life. To have good hair days, you must visit your stylist every now and then to have a haircut and have your hair treated.

Cut your fingernails, brush your teeth, bathe yourself, trim your beard, put on deodorant, buy some cologne, and get some hair moose/pomade. I know it’s basic stuff but it makes a huge difference.

Conclusion: When you look good, you feel good. When you feel good, opportunities seem to present themselves. Don’t leave your house in sweatpants, dirty t-shirts, and dirty shoes. I don’t leave my house unkempt.

I’m always aware when other people see me. When you’re alone, do whatever the fuck you want, but around people you need to be aware. Whether it’s first impressions, second impressions, or the 56th impression, it all matters.

Now go……….walk with confidence, feel good and attract women.