6 key pieces for looking stylish on a budget

Ever looked at that fashionable guy on the block and wondered how much you would need to spend to be able to look like him? The funny thing is, looking stylish doesn't depend on expensive clothes. It depends on how well you use the clothes you have to your advantage to create stylish looks. Here are right wardrobe staples that, when styled in different ways, can make you look like a million bucks.

Printed shirts

A printed shirt or two can liven up your wardrobe, making it a must have piece of clothing for any man. Printed shirts are affordable, and there is no limit to how many you can own in how many kinds of prints. It is the most versatile shirt you can ever own. Want to style it differently? Try pairing a dark green printed shirt with black chinos, or a dark brown printed shirt with a blazer and dress pants, or a black and white printed shirt with a pair of red chino shorts.

Solid colour t-shirts

Basic t-shirts in a solid colour are a wardrobe staple. They let you create different looks without breaking the bank. The great thing about colourful basic tees is that they can be paired with almost everything-- wear them with a blazer and chinos, or with a pair of shorts, or with ripped denims and a casual shirt for a street look. Solid colour tees may be very basic but they are elegant and versatile, and not to mention, very, very stylish.

Grey and black trousers

While black is a basic colour that should always be present in your wardrobe, having a couple of neutral colours is also important since they are easier to pair than basic colours like black or white. Grey is the best colour when it comes to neutrals. So stock up on grey trousers that go with most of your clothes, whether it’s a plain white shirt or a smart blazer.

Solid colour polo shirt

As versatile as t-shirts, polo shirts work with both jeans and chinos, and sometimes also with trousers. They are comfy, stylish, and allow you to dress it according to the occasion. What’s more, you can also wear them to office on certain days. Keeping a few different polo shirts in your wardrobe will always save you from the I-have-nothing-to-wear moments.

Tan brogues

If you are looking for a shoe that can be used for both casual and formal purposes and isn't expensive at all, then go for a pair of tan brogues. Tan is a very versatile colour that looks good with every outfit, and brogues are not only stylish, they are office safe too. Wear it with chinos, denims, office trousers, or even shorts-- they are going to look great at all times.

A white shirt

The versatility of a white shirt is hard to match. Wear it with your dress pants, or your favourite pair of denims, or even a pair of shorts-- it will always look classic and timeless. Needless to say, a white shirt is an essential piece in your wardrobe.