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Timeless Staples: 8 Indispensable Items for Every Man

While there’s no such thing as “the perfect wardrobe,” these eight items should be considered essential to any man’s everyday wardrobe.

By: Harry Rosen StaffDate: 2024-09-23
Collage of dress shirt, sport jacket, belt, watch, shoes illustrating timeless staples for men

In the world of men's fashion, timeless staples serve as the foundation of every well-dressed man's wardrobe. These carefully chosen essentials blend practicality with enduring quality, ensuring you are ready for any occasion with confidence and style that will last for decades.



Sport jacket displayed illustrating timeless staples

  1. A Good Sport

A well-tailored sport jacket can elevate any casual outfit or add a touch of sophistication to jeans or chinos. Opt for classic fabrics like wool or cashmere blends in versatile colours like navy, charcoal, or plaid.

BOSS Hutson Stretch-Virgin Wool Sport Jacket

BOSS

Hutson Stretch-Virgin Wool Sport Jacket

$895
Patrick Assaraf Extra-Fine Merino Wool Sport Jacket

Patrick Assaraf

Extra-Fine Merino Wool Sport Jacket

$795
Brunello Cucinelli Textured Stretch-Wool Sport Jacket

Brunello Cucinelli

Textured Stretch-Wool Sport Jacket

$5395
Canali Kei Windowpane Silk-Wool Sport Jacket

Canali

Kei Windowpane Silk-Wool Sport Jacket

$1795
Samuelsohn Textured Wool-Blend Sport Jacket

Samuelsohn

Textured Wool-Blend Sport Jacket

$1495
Windsor Prince of Wales Sport Jacket

Windsor

Prince of Wales Sport Jacket

$1195

Two dress shirts displayed illustrating dress to impress

  1. Dress to Impress

A dress shirt is a cornerstone of a man's wardrobe, offering versatility for formal occasions and professional settings. Choose quality fabrics and classic colours for longevity and versatility.

BOSS Joe Kent Shirt

BOSS

Joe Kent Shirt

$268
Emanuel Berg Byron Birdseye 4-Flex Dress Shirt

Emanuel Berg

Byron Birdseye 4-Flex Dress Shirt

$298
Eton Contemporary-Fit Dress Shirt

Eton

Contemporary-Fit Dress Shirt

$280
Emporio Armani Slim-Fit Stretch Cotton Sport Shirt

Emporio Armani

Slim-Fit Stretch Cotton Sport Shirt

$395
Canali Slim-Fit Miniature Checkered Dress Shirt

Canali

Slim-Fit Miniature Checkered Dress Shirt

$375
Emanuel Berg Byron Bengal Stripe 4-Flex Dress Shirt

Emanuel Berg

Byron Bengal Stripe 4-Flex Dress Shirt

$298
TOM FORD Cotton Poplin Dress Shirt

TOM FORD

Cotton Poplin Dress Shirt

$1010

T-shirt displayed illustrating timeless staples

  1. To a Tee

The white T-shirt is a versatile staple that pairs effortlessly with jeans, chinos, or under a jacket. Opt for a well-fitted one in quality cotton for comfort and durability.

Officine Générale Lyocell-Blend Garment Dyed T-Shirt

Officine Générale

Lyocell-Blend Garment Dyed T-Shirt

$230
Canada Goose Emerson Rubberized Logo Cotton T-Shirt

Canada Goose

Emerson Rubberized Logo Cotton T-Shirt

$195
Eleventy Tipped Giza Cotton T-Shirt

Eleventy

Tipped Giza Cotton T-Shirt

$395
Jil Sander Cotton Basic T-Shirt

Jil Sander

Cotton Basic T-Shirt

$210
Patrick Assaraf Pima Stretch-Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt

Patrick Assaraf

Pima Stretch-Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt

$79
BOSS Cotton-Jersey Crewneck T-Shirt

BOSS

Cotton-Jersey Crewneck T-Shirt

$98

Creed perfume bottle illustrating timeless staples

  1. Uncommon Scents

A signature fragrance provides an opportunity for self-expression and leaves a lasting impression. Choose a scent that mirrors your personality and complements your natural aroma.

Creed Aventus Eau de Parfum 100ml

Creed

Aventus Eau de Parfum 100ml

$629
TOM FORD Oud Wood Parfum 50ml

TOM FORD

Oud Wood Parfum 50ml

$575
Kilian Angel's Share Eau De Parfum 100ml

Kilian

Angel's Share Eau De Parfum 100ml

$510
TOM FORD Ombre Leather Eau de Parfum 100ml

TOM FORD

Ombre Leather Eau de Parfum 100ml

$310
Creed Green Irish Tweed Eau de Parfum 100ml

Creed

Green Irish Tweed Eau de Parfum 100ml

$597

Pair of dress shoes displayed illustrating timeless staples

  1. Best Foot Forward

Dress shoes are must-haves for formal events and professional attire. Invest in classic styles like oxfords or derbies in quality leather for durability and ease of pairing.

Tod's Polished Leather Lace-up Derbies

Tod's

Polished Leather Lace-up Derbies

$980
Harold Leather Double Monkstraps

Harold

Leather Double Monkstraps

$550
To Boot New York Silverton Leather Oxfords

To Boot New York

Silverton Leather Oxfords

$500
Prada Saffiano Leather Oxfords

Prada

Saffiano Leather Oxfords

$1250
BOSS Lisbon Leather Derbies

BOSS

Lisbon Leather Derbies

$348
Vinny's Polido Leather Derbies

Vinny's

Polido Leather Derbies

$555

Watch displayed illustrating timeless staples

  1. Always on Time

A watch is more than a timepiece; it's a statement of style and sophistication. Choose one timepiece that reflects your personality and works with both casual and formal attire.

Citizen Series8 870 Automatic Watch

Citizen

Series8 870 Automatic Watch

$2195
Mido Multifort Patrimony Chronograph Watch

Mido

Multifort Patrimony Chronograph Watch

$2825
Frederique Constant Classics Quartz Chronograph Watch

Frederique Constant

Classics Quartz Chronograph Watch

$1395
Bulova Bulova Millenia Automatic Watch

Bulova

Bulova Millenia Automatic Watch

$895
Shinola The Runwell Leather Strap Watch

Shinola

The Runwell Leather Strap Watch

$785
Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic Watch

Citizen

Tsuyosa Automatic Watch

$595

Montblanc briefcase displayed illustrating timeless staples

  1. Carry On

Ideal for professionals, travellers, and anyone who values both functionality and a classic aesthetic. Look for a design that blends function with simplicity.

Want Les Essentiels Lasage Pebble Grained Leather Briefcase

Want Les Essentiels

Lasage Pebble Grained Leather Briefcase

$795
Emporio Armani Patch Logo Nylon Backpack

Emporio Armani

Patch Logo Nylon Backpack

$395
Montblanc Sartorial Saffiano Breifcase

Montblanc

Sartorial Saffiano Breifcase

$2300
BOSS Zair Faux Leather Document Case

BOSS

Zair Faux Leather Document Case

$398
Montblanc Sartorial Medium Backpack

Montblanc

Sartorial Medium Backpack

$2115
BOSS Ray Grained Leather Logo Embossed Backpack

BOSS

Ray Grained Leather Logo Embossed Backpack

$248

Pair of sneakers displayed illustraiting timeless staples

  1. Kick It

Sneakers are essential for casual and smart-casual looks, providing comfort with a modern edge.

Henderson Grain Leather Byron Sneakers

Henderson

Grain Leather Byron Sneakers

$595
Zegna Triple Stitch SecondSkin Leather Sneakers

Zegna

Triple Stitch SecondSkin Leather Sneakers

$1820
To Boot New York Pescara Burnished Leather Sneakers

To Boot New York

Pescara Burnished Leather Sneakers

$560
Brunello Cucinelli Grained Calfskin Sneakers

Brunello Cucinelli

Grained Calfskin Sneakers

$1150
Santoni Grained Leather Sneakers

Santoni

Grained Leather Sneakers

$850
Tod's Low-Top Leather Sneaker

Tod's

Low-Top Leather Sneaker

$815
BOSS Clint Smooth Leather Sneakers

BOSS

Clint Smooth Leather Sneakers

$238

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