The guidelines are easy to remember and the look achieved is to die for. Here's a list of pointers to remember while dressing up next time.

The first rule relating to work gear is to never ever wear jeans or takkies to work. Jeans might still be an achievable option, but no takkies! Doesn't one need comfort when one's working and walking around all the time? The answer is simple. Wear smart Italian loafers in a dark color. They are just as comfy as any pair of takkies but stylish as hell. Walk around as much as you want.

Ties are hot and should be worn more. If you are reading this article then you are fashion conscious and if you want to ace the art of dressing stylish then always wear a tie for work or for fun too. It doesn't matter what color it is or if it even goes with your shirt. Fashion Industry's almighty Giorgio Armani says "As long as you're wearing a tie it doesn't matter whether it matches your outfit or not. Because believe it or not you look more stylish with them than you would without them." Experiment with unconventional colors. Depending on the social situation feel free to go bold, subtle, wild, or subdued with patterns. Stripes or dots, just about anything works.

Work gear should be elegant and formal. A couple of black, gray, khaki, and brown chinos would work fine when mixed and matched with a number of formal shirts. If you prefer formality and propriety over comfort and ease then go for the traditional pleated straight cut pants. In these cuts colors like navy blue or military green look flattering. Flat front pants with a slight flair (boot leg) at the bottom look chic too. Avoid shirts that have prominent patterns. Try subtle colors like beige in self-prints that do not stand out. Pin-stripped shirts never go out of style. A plain crisp well-fitted shirt worn with pants that are tailor made and customised to your body forms an uncanny combo that can counter criticism from any fashion magazine editor.

Socks of dark colors should be preferably worn because whites is simply too stark.

For more important meetings make use of power dressing. Wearing a full suit for a meeting can make the right first impression. Keep the time of day and season in mind before selecting one. Suits aren't uncomfortable at all if they're cut well and custom made for your body. In fact, you can feel so comfortable and confident at the same time in them that you'd never want to go back to your jeans and tee.

Leisure wear doesn't mean boxers and a t-shirt only. Wearing comfortable and beautifully made clothes will make your time even more special because you'll feel that much more better in the right clothes. Linen probably is the best fabric for leisure wear. Pants of linen teamed with shirts of soft cotton or t-shirts complete the look. Linen is available in a wide variety of colors and there's a lot to experiment with.

Smelling great will be the perfect end to a dressing ritual. Make the effort to use the same brand of after-shave, cologne, and eau de parfum. This way your fragrance lasts longer.

As a rule of thumb, pinstriped dark colored pants will make you look taller and thinner. To flaunt a broader upper body team it with a light colored shirt.

Dressing right with the latest fashion trends is an imperative if you want to feel your most confident self.