Simple & Stylish: 8 Item Capsule for Beginners

I put together a capsule collection of only 8 items & styling tips making it EASY for you to get what you need and simply start dressing formally, business casual or even casually so you can look good and feel good and be confident with whatever your life throws at you.
This video is intended for those who are are starting from scratch. Maybe you are going to go to university and need an upgrade, perhaps you are a student transitioning to the real world and you don’t own a single dress shirt or perhaps you want to change from street style to a little bit more classy style.
Whatever your reason, this video goes over 8 essential, easy to get items, that will make your life more stylish and convenient for dressing well.
After, I’ll go over three different scenarios or occasions and what I’d wear using only my 8 piece capsule collection.
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[@audiophilear698]

Great Video. I like your style, it is well presented and built on classic menswear rules and proportions at the same time it has that modern touch to it wit the soft shoulders. I can tell that you have experienced alot and worked with many tailors to reach to this point. I agree with the pieces that you mentioned in the video especially the denim shirt, it is a magical piece that can be used whatever the ceremony is. I would like to add grey trousers as it can be really versatile, this also goes to olive green trousers. both of them are really good colors for a start. on top of those , a knitwear tie can be part of capsule wardrobe as well. thank you very much for sharing, I enjoyed this quality content and subscribed to your channel.

[@Justin_Kwan]

You are absolutely right and read my mind. I had a grey trouser and knit grenadine tie on the original list, but I thought 8 pieces is more approachable than 10 for beginners. However, those who find this video interesting and delve into the comments will see this thanks to you and your suggestions. I"ll set this comment to the top!

[@williamkazak469]

Finally I found someone else who likes pleated chinos with cuffs! I like all my wool dress pants pleated with cuffs. I like my dark wash jeans with a pleat and creased. I like that your blue suit is not that bottomless blue/black that I see on nautical blazers with brass buttons. I love that nautical look but with a blue that I can see as actually being blue in color

[@Justin_Kwan]

I’m a HUGE fan of pleats and ironing a crease into my more casual chinos or jeans. I’m making a comparison of skinny fit and classic fit chinos now, I think you will like that video!

[@justajazzfan7838]

Hey I just found this youtube page and I really appreciate your humble and calm approach to this! I know in the modern age style youtubers can often be a bit prideful and arrogant about their style preferences but you deliver your suggestions with a lot of humility and I love that. Rock on!

[@Justin_Kwan]

I appreciate that! Thanks!

[@robertlavryklilleby]

I think you’ve nailed the basics. I’m currently working on rebuilding my wardrobe and this was of great help building confidence in the pieces I already have. Living with four seasons the piece I was missing was a sweater. My personal favourites are full zip merino and turtleneck 😊 looking forward to more great content!

[@Justin_Kwan]

Glad it was helpful! The think I love about this capsule collection is adding other classical pieces over time only made a fuller, broader repetoire that will work with everything, like a full zip merino sweater and turtleneck like you mentioned. I'll keep the content coming, I hope you enjoy the content and continue watching and commenting!

[@mirceaungureanu5305]

Great video. I love the emphasis on items that can be washed at home, it’s such an overlooked but critical point when starting out. Can you please share the brands of the items used? Thank you.

[@Justin_Kwan]

Yeah, its important to be able to easily take care of the clothing, like machine wash. All of the items are from PRINCIPLE M, a brand I started over 10 years ago. We focus on tailoring but we are rolling out more RTW. We are based in Beijing and launching our international website soon, so please stay tuned!

[@mirceaungureanu5305]

@@Justin_Kwan Thank you for replying, I am just starting on my classic style journey and where I live there is a scarcity of examples and places to buy quality pieces. I really like your style and choice of fit and will definitely follow the brand.

[@documentaireparade4542]

I like your tone and the way I speak, I think you will help me in my self improvement journey. Especially now that I am starting out in the professional world.

[@Justin_Kwan]

Wonderful, and best of luck! My goal is 40 videos this year, so stay tuned!

[@lano1285]

I'm not surprised you mentioned 2 decades cuz it is worth it.

[@gboogie8919]

It's a great list, but I think what makes the list exceptional is not the items but the quality of the items you chose. Showing the difference/importance between quality and quantity is so important. Directing people to where they could purchase each item would be an excellent way to help young men on their journey to style.

[@Justin_Kwan]

Very true and thanks for sharing! I'm a huge believer in buying less but buying better, but it took me some time to 'buy into' this philosophy but I wish I did sooner. I'll share more content on this topic in the future.

[@gboogie8919]

​@@Justin_Kwan I look forward to future videos.

[@robo2606]

I would add a burgundy tie to wear with the blue suit for the job interview 😎

[@Justin_Kwan]

That would look wonderful

[@johnsinclair2672]

Great advice. When starting your wardrobe, you are never out of style with “classic style!” Likewise, I agree, non pleat and tight are not comfortable and are not great look. A navy suit is great advice. I’ve worn several navy suit jackets as a blazer, long after the trousers are worn. You could even replace the buttons with brass blazer buttons to complete the look! Keep up the good work! 🙏🏻

[@Justin_Kwan]

Much appreciated for the feedback!

[@sachinthafernanado2144]

great video

[@Justin_Kwan]

Glad you like it!

[@chrisblanc663]

Nice video. My only difference from what you presented is, I like suspenders over a belt. For starters a belt puts more emphasis on your torso and can cut the body in half. This can be bad if your a bit over weight, or shorter then you would like. Second I find suspenders put more focus on your chest, and draws the eyes more seamlessly up and down giving the illusion that your taller then you actually are. Third, I like hugs and suspenders feel like a hug I can enjoy all day long. Loved your video, you just got a new subscriber.

[@Justin_Kwan]

Hi Chris, I agree with all your points, especially #3, I love hugs, too! I'll take a deeper dive into suspenders and belts at some point in a video, surprisingly there is a lot to talk about in that topic! Thanks for your subscribe :)

[@47solar43]

Good stuff. Pro tip for the young guys: learn to use an iron.

[@Justin_Kwan]

Very true! I’ll definitely make some tutorials on ironing

[@racheengel8970]

I‘d replace the denim shirt with light blue oder blue white stripped. Else I am satisfied with your choices.

[@Justin_Kwan]

That's a great choice, too.

[@julianlello2968]

Great chat last night - will be doing the overhaul soon. cheers

[@Justin_Kwan]

Hi Julian, thanks for the wine tour in S Africa! It was nice to meet you and chat.

[@NicolasSchmitt-wc5wt]

Well done !

[@Justin_Kwan]

Merci my friend!

[@davidhargis6488]

Excellent video! You do a very nice job. Your advice is spot on. I have recently lost 45 pounds, so I am starting from scratch. Being 70 years old, dressing with some style fits my age. As I have watched many men's style videos, I would like to share some advice, at least from my perspective. Seeing the styles presented is one thing, but knowing the brands presented is just as important. It would be really helpful either in the video or notes as to provide that information. I look forward to your next video.

[@Justin_Kwan]

Hi David, I'll keep that in mind in the future, thanks for the advice! Most of the clothing is from my brand, which I started over 10 years ago: Principle M. I'm trying to keep this channel less...commercial...but I can see how it would be helpful to point folks in the right direction. Have fun re-building your wardrobe and thanks for the subscribe. I'll keep the content coming.

[@davidhargis6488]

@@Justin_Kwan Thanks, Justin. I will look at your brand. Very helpful.

[@atapolnuntakwang]

Nice & cool VDO. Very helpful tips

[@Justin_Kwan]

Many many thanks, glad it's helpful

[@parkayjunior5646]

Great content... a bit laid back but yet serious looking... I love that your style is dressy but done with heavy casual undertones. I love the denim shirts and most especially the denim trousers... wonder which brand they are and where we can them from🤔

[@Justin_Kwan]

Hi thanks! All of the clothing items are from Principle M, a brand I've built over the past decade or so. My shop is in Beijing and we focus on tailoring, but our RTW collection is growing. I'm planning on launching an international website in the coming months, so please stay tuned. Just to give you an idea of quality and price, our shirts have hand detailing (sleeve set by hand, buttons and button holes hand stitched) and a Japanese denim fabric, and we sell the denim shirt for around $135 and those denim trousers are under $150 at the current exchange rates.

[@kingyeung914]

Great video.

[@Justin_Kwan]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@v_r_]

Good video, bro!

[@Justin_Kwan]

Appreciate it!

[@thewanderingrey8830]

Excellent Style direction, man :)

[@Justin_Kwan]

Thanks for the feedback, hope you enjoy it :)

[@yuta3699]

Fantastic content,where did you get your Oxford button down & denim shirts from?

[@Justin_Kwan]

Thanks, both from Principle M

[@foxburrowfilms]

Excellent tips and suggestions, friend. You’re pointing folks into the right direction! I’ve been improving myself sartorially for about two years now, and have made some great progress following similar guidelines that you’ve laid out here. May I ask where you found your denim jeans? I wear high rise trousers exclusively now, but all jeans I’ve found thus far have been the modern mid rise style. I’d love a pair like yours!

[@Justin_Kwan]

Thank you and glad to hear the content I’m sharing is relevant and pointing folks in the right direction! Full disclaimer: I started a brand 10 years ago called Principle M, based in Beijing. I designed those jeans about 5 years ago and they have been a permanent part of our RTW collection ever since.

[@dylanlundgren]

That polo is so perfect and minimal, where is it from?

[@Justin_Kwan]

It's from PRINCIPLE M, a brand I've built over the past decade or so. We focus on tailoring but have been designing and rolling out more RTW. We are based in Beijing but I'll be launching the international website soon, so please stay tuned!

[@dylanlundgren]

@@Justin_Kwan Love it, can't wait!

[@elijahschnake3863]

don't wear a suit jacket without the matching trousers, always get a sports coat for casual outfits

[@Justin_Kwan]

I would agree with you unless the jacket of the suit is lightly structured, making it easier to break up and wear separately without looking too rigid or formal with odd trousers or chinos. If the suit jacket has heavy shoulder padding and more canvassing in the chest and shoulder, it will look quite formal, which contradicts that ‘casual’ look one might be going for when breaking up a suit and wearing the jacket casually.

[@agnesf2659]

What brand and model is your jeans? That look very comfy.

[@Justin_Kwan]

I've been in the clothing industry for over 20 years. These jeans I designed are one of our best sellers for good reason. You can find out more about them here: www.principlem.com/shop-all/p/denim-chino-v3

[@leonardobonilla7701]

The capsule items were all perfect. Where did you purchase your pleated jeans from? They are outstanding!

[@Justin_Kwan]

Thanks, I designed them and made them. (Full disclaimer) I started a classical menswear brand called Principle M in Beijing. I’ve been focused on building the brand here over the last ten years: from MTM to bespoke and building out and designing a classical menswear collection. Although we are well established in China with a physical shop, webshop and social media, we haven’t set up an international website. Based on some initial reaction from you amazing KZbinrs, I may have to focus some effort on getting a website going!

[@coachcleats13]

That wife advice had me cracking up, but it's so true!! hahahahaha

[@Justin_Kwan]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@KingK.Rool1234]

Where can we find the chinos in the video?

[@Justin_Kwan]

They are from Principle M, website coming soon!

[@richardmiranda640]

Does every tie have to have a dimple!

[@Justin_Kwan]

Good question, no not necessarily. I like to fold in a dimple because it adds a bit of depth and character to an otherwise formal accessory.

[@darkphotographer]

forgot to tell them , white shirt need to get wash every time you ware them ,more you wash somthing the older it look , and if you don t they get yellow , forget about seating if ware ligth color pants , better off getting gray sute jacket , and swade shoes will look like crap after a year , if get stain , they don t come off ,

[@Justin_Kwan]

Yes, you should wash your shirts every time you wear them! I'll post a video soon about 'how to find a quality shirt' and if its good quality, it should last several years. One more point on suede shoes, I'd like to say actually a good quality pair of suede shoes is super easy to take care of--for example, if it rains, let them dry and just brush them or if they are dusty, just brush them--very easy to take care of and they go with everything from this capsule!

[@LeviSquidman]

7:51 He had to say that to avoid getting canceled 💀💀💀

[@Justin_Kwan]

Hey, I'm open minded

[@LeviSquidman]

@@Justin_Kwan I’m just joking around 😂

[@pmrp12]

What color are those Principle M classic chinos?

[@Justin_Kwan]

They would be the milk tea, here is the link: www.principlem.com/shop-all/p/classic-chino-milktea

[@gamezoneifictation]

Would be great if you mention where those items are from :)

[@Justin_Kwan]

Hey, I’m trying not to be too commercial with these styling videos, but since you ask the shoes are from Carmina and all of the clothing is from Principle M, a brand I started 10 years ago.

[@luigibattaglieri6180]

Just a curiosity: what’s the pair of Levi’s you showed in the video?

[@Justin_Kwan]

Hi Luigi, the jeans are a pair of tailored denim that I designed and made via my brand. I hope you like them and thanks for watching!

[@tanachip]

Iron your pants!!!

[@Justin_Kwan]

They are from PRINCIPLE M. A brand I started 10 years ago in Beijing. I've been designing and rolling out more RTW over the past years and plan to launch an international website soon. You can see more pics of our chinos on insta under the same brand name, we've rolled out some new colors and to give you an idea, they are under $150 and can offer MTM service for a small surcharge if RTW doesn't work. I'll be launching our international website soon, so please stay tuned and thanks for watching the video.

[@alternateunreleasedshellac505]

"Formal" has lost it's meaning

[@user-ub1gz8lx8c]

In my personal opinion if you are this in to clothes most women will reject you because you spend more time worrying about your look than they do.

[@Justin_Kwan]

Thanks for sharing your opinion but I beg to disagree. First, I think by dressing well you will naturally attract attention from others because humans are attracted to that which is aesthetically pleasing. Second, I believe women will also be drawn to a man that pays attention to his clothing, which is a sign he takes good care of himself and thus will take good care of her. Anyways, that’s just my opinion.

[@LeviSquidman]

@@Justin_KwanI agree, a woman will always find a man who dresses up more attractive, as opposed to if the man dressed like a slob.

[@benjaminkhosravi4063]

Great video. I’ve been following your Instagram page for awhile so I’m super excited to see how your KZbin channel develops

[@Justin_Kwan]

Thank you so much!! I’ll do my best

[@yuta3699]

Fantastic video,I have a question,would you recommend a linen suit with loafers,no tie for a dinner date at a restaurant?

[@Justin_Kwan]

"Yes!" is the simple and quick answer but it also depends on the restaurant. There are some fancy restaurants that still require a tie, but those are few and far nowadays. I think in a nice linen suit and loafers, you will look sharp and appropriate for a good majority of restaurants nowadays. Have a great date!

[@l._x4]

do you have an Instagram account ?

[@Justin_Kwan]

Yeah, you can find me (at) Kwanton

[@AMH-bl1ne]

happy I found your channel. Great for young people. Im older so my favourite is The Chap's Guide. Wish you great success on your channel . Canadian Mark, living in India

[@Justin_Kwan]

Thanks so much!