Trendy VS Timeless (How To Build The Perfect Wardrobe)

About this video

Centeno teaches men how to distinguish between trendy and timeless clothing, explaining that timeless pieces offer better long-term value and versatility while trends typically last one to two seasons. He provides guidelines for incorporating trends into a wardrobe responsibly, recommends age-based budgeting allocations for trendy versus timeless purchases, and offers opinions on specific current trends including baggy clothing, neckties, denim, V-necks, and Western wear.

Key takeaways

• Centeno argues that timeless clothing saves money long-term, looks more attractive, and allows men to dress with confidence, while trendy items are typically more expensive, lower quality, and short-lived
• Centeno recommends that most men allocate the majority of their clothing budget to timeless foundational pieces, with percentages for trendy spending decreasing from 30% for teenagers to 8% for men in their 40s, then increasing to 25% for men in their 50s+ who may be reinventing themselves
• Centeno advises that trends only work if they complement individual body type, skin tone, and existing wardrobe; he cautions against overly baggy clothing, exposed midriffs, and deep V-necks for most body types, while recommending neckties, V-neck shirts, and denim jackets as trends worth adopting
• Centeno suggests seeking timeless versions of trending items (such as classic Western wear or silk neckties from quality sources) rather than paying premium prices for trendy versions, and recommends thrift stores and family closets as budget-friendly sources

Episode details: published March 4, 2023 · 174K views · 25:26 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Antonio Centeno’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are his, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.

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