1-Minute Summary
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Fit first: shoulder at the edge, straight placket, correct sleeve length.
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Solid, neutral colors: navy, charcoal, grey, white, black.
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Quiet textures, no noise: avoid loud prints.
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Clean shoes that match the formality.
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Finishing matters: collar that stays put, straight placket, firm cuff.
1) Quick Fit Map (Shirt)
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Shoulder: seam ends exactly at the shoulder point.
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Collar (no tie): semi-spread, lies flat; one-finger ease.
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Torso: true slim—follows the body without button strain.
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Sleeve: ends at wrist bone; with a blazer, show 0.5–1.0 cm of cuff.
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Cuff: single barrel, square edge; snug, not tight.
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Hem: shirttail long enough to stay tucked when seated.
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Undershirt: if used, shallow V-neck, invisible.
Pro tip: if the shirt is 90% perfect, tailor the last 10%. That’s what reads “professional.”
2) Palette & Contrast (Instant Authority)
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Safe bases: navy + white; charcoal + white; grey + white.
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Modern monochrome: black + charcoal (add texture for depth).
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Minimal accent: belt, watch, frames — keep it ≤10% of the look.
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Skin contrast: lighter skin → navy/grey near the face; darker skin → white/light grey brightens the frame.