8 Inexpensive Ways to Instantly Improve Your Outfit

[@raylewis3073]

That’s a very sharp suit you’re wearing

[@DadPhone-vr7oq]

Modoo's endorsement of braces makes me want to reconsider trying braces again. Having worn belts my whole life, having a tight strap around my waist feels normal. Braces make my pants feel loose and sloppy. Not long ago, I read that the Duke Of Windsor didn't like braces and never wore them. The D o W idea discouraged me from wearing braces, but Modoo motivates me to try again.

[@RampleyandCo]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s great to hear that Chris has inspired you to reconsider braces.

[@jayeye4798]

I recently discovered your channel. I'm happy I did. Great advice, great content.

[@RampleyandCo]

Thank you, and welcome!

[@johnparnell8571]

Excellent advice, Chris. Another simple tip: Always wash your hands with soap and warm water (and thoroughly dry them) immediately before handling ties and pocket squares. This helps prevent the soiling of delicate silks with the natural oils, sweat and dirt that our fingers collect. Lastly, a trouser press and a hand-held clothes steamer are great investments for keeping trousers and jackets looking their best; linen garments especially.

[@chrismodoo6563]

That’s a good point. Rampley & Co are introducing a light coloured tie and I’ve given similar advice in the accompanying video. Thank you

[@RampleyandCo]

Thanks for sharing these fantastic tips, John!

[@brucer6239]

I’ll go one step further, I put on a pair of disposable, powder-free Nitrile food prep gloves to handle my ties and pocket squares as dry skin can catch on silk and damage it.

[@davidmolloy126]

Thanks Chris for another great video. I have a very good quality trouser press that my brother bought for me as s present and I bought myself a good garment steamer. Both are great in the upkeep of my wardrobe. The unbuttoning of the jackets in the wardrobe is s great tip. Take care, David.

[@RampleyandCo]

Thanks for sharing!

[@w.adammandelbaum1805]

Bravo on this vid! Good basics for the noobies, good refresher for the aficionados.

[@RampleyandCo]

Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear that the video was helpful for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike.

[@uglukthemedicineman5933]

Hi Chris. I hope this is not too much to ask, but could you make a video showing how to press and steam suits, what products are recommended and any tips and tricks, aswell as showing general suit maintenance advice and how to clean them. Thanks.

[@RampleyandCo]

We appreciate your suggestion! We'll definitely consider creating a video covering everything from pressing and steaming suits to recommended products and general maintenance tips.

[@LittleLouieLagazza]

+1

[@davidjarnot8548]

I've been buttoning my jackets when hanging for years. The advice would have been better yesterday but today is the next best I guess 😂 Thanks for the tip

[@RampleyandCo]

Thank you for your comment! We're glad you found the tip helpful.

[@Eliteperfumery]

As always Thanks for the tip

[@RampleyandCo]

You're welcome! We're glad you found the tips helpful.

[@graham_avis6105]

Great advice as always Chris, Thank you

[@RampleyandCo]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@GavinDingwall]

Superb advice once again. Got a double breasted beige linen waistcoat last year and it is great with jackets.

[@RampleyandCo]

Thanks for sharing! A double-breasted beige linen waistcoat sounds like a fantastic addition to your wardrobe.

[@chrismodoo6563]

@@GavinDingwall they are so versatile. Thanks for the kind words.

[@kaykunz4730]

Great video Chris. I follow all of your listed advice with one exception. I am a habitual long black sock wearer. It makes my life easier and one less thing to worry about. Sorry Chris, I hope you do not fall from your chair. 😀

[@RampleyandCo]

Thanks for the feedback and for following along with the advice, even if you're keeping those long black socks as a staple!

[@faranji]

Great video as always. Who makes the light blue shirt you’re wearing and/or the one on the left mannequin? Very nice shade.

[@chrismodoo6563]

It’s made to measure in Canclini cloth

[@mgr001]

Everything about this video is stylish - well done. BTW, I'm going to try your no-black socks suggestion (even though I still don't believe they are horrible)

[@chrismodoo6563]

They are not horrible.

[@mgr001]

@@chrismodoo6563 Black it is, then.

[@RampleyandCo]

Thanks so much for the positive feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the video and found it stylish.

[@qarhsi]

Nice video!

[@RampleyandCo]

Thanks!

[@michaelt312]

Horse hair brush on your shoes is already a step up. Inexpensive and easy to use.

[@RampleyandCo]

Thanks for sharing! A horsehair brush can work wonders on your shoes, instantly elevating your look without breaking the bank.

[@JuanJoseGarciaRipoll]

I normally enjoy Chris' advices but now I am confused regarding suit maintenance. Derek Guy from Dieworkwear! had a recent thread discouraging steam on suits because it spoils fuses and may cause seams to shrink, causing bubbles and permanent creases, respectively. Is this wrong?

[@chrismodoo6563]

Yeah…I think I may have read that. I stand by what I say.

[@chrismodoo6563]

I just re-read the steamer comment. And a light steam refreshes a garment and removes wrinkles. It is not as good as a sponge & press and over-steaming could cause delamination of the fusing. But that would require a serious amount of moisture and/or poorly made tailoring.

[@theofarmmanager267]

Very interesting and nothing that I disagree with. Can I add my thoughts? Take care of your clothes and shoes. You rightly mentioned keeping the shoes clean. Also keep them repaired. Iron your shirt properly; press your suit regularly (personally, I can’t stand trousers press and much prefer the old fashioned way). Clean ties, sqaures, socks are a must Personal grooming. Take care with your appearance. If you want that stubble look, it should mean, for me, untidy hair and dirty fingernails. Look like you are groomed Don’t buy new. For a faction of the price of something reasonably nice new, you can find and buy an excellent garment second hand. With a clean and some simple alterations, you have a Savile Row look for High Street prices or less. Understand what makes you feel good. If you feel shabby in a denim shirt and suit coat, then don’t wear it - no matter who says you should. If you feel great in an old tweed coat, then wear it. Self-confidence is the greatest single factor in making you happy and, thereby, looking good. My only gripe about these type of videos is that they are aimed at men with perfect figures. At 70, I have a larger stomach. So, my choices have to be in the knowledge of what suits my figure type and what does not. The perfect figured man may exist in Savile Row models and Bond Street but they are the exception. Please talk about styles for various shapes. Subscribed!

[@RampleyandCo]

Thank you for your thoughtful comments and for subscribing!

[@Gordo3958]

Excellent advice, particularly with respect to shoes. I would add buy classic shoes in the first place - a pair of oxfords or loafers to name but two, properly cleaned. Nothing worse than a fashion shoe, and a dirty or scruffy one at that.

[@RampleyandCo]

Thank you for your comment. We completely agree on the importance of investing in classic footwear. Oxfords and loafers are timeless choices that can elevate any outfit with their sophistication and versatility.

[@Dappertrucker]

Today I wear a sand color pair of chinos brown leather belt by hugo boss blue poplin stretch Dress shirt paired with a red silk tie and blue grey sport coat top it of with my grey Fedora hat Lethao burgundy leather Dress shoes of the casual kind in footwear dress code and wrist watch leather band black Waldor & Co

[@RampleyandCo]

Thank you for your comment!

[@JRehak1962]

Tailor. A lost artist in many US cities.

[@KunaiKrazy]

Shame because I love visiting my tailor. We are friends and even exchange vegetables and food. It's a wonderful and funny relationship.

[@chrismodoo6563]

That’s a shame. The tailor needs to be protected, respected and rewarded. And I mean ALL tailors…we tend to think of tailors as the cutters in Savile Row but the local seamstress who can hem your trousers is also vital.

[@kaykunz4730]

So is finding a good cobbler to resole your shoes. I have found a great one in a smaller town and no successor in sight.