The 10 First Steps to Becoming Stylish

An essential beginner's guide for any dude looking to up his style game.

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As much as stores and brands would love you to believe so, having great style doesn't mean buying everything that's trending at the moment. And as much as we wish it was, style isn't easily explained or achieved. Each guy has to undergo a process unique to that individual before finding the sense of style he's ultimately happy with. 

Whether you're setting out for the first time in an effort to become stylish, or you're hitting the reset button on a lifetime of mistakes, this is a guide for anyone looking to up their style game. These aren't steadfast rules, but instead some tactics that will help you achieve obtaining the style that makes you happy. If you're starting from the bottom, these are The 10 First Steps to Becoming Stylish.

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10. Envision how you'd like to dress and start out by copying some of your favorite style icons.

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9. Before you start branching out, makes sure you cover all the basics and essentials.

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8. If something works, keep it in the rotation.

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7. Invest wisely in timeless items.

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6. Don't be afraid to take risks, even if you look back and regret them.

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5. It's not just about the clothes. Style is mostly about the attitude you wear them with.

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4. Stay abreast of current trends and brands.

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3. Don't blindly subscribe to what others are doing.

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2. Take inspiration and borrow from unlikely places and people to create something that's entirely your own.

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1. Stop giving any fucks.

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