November 30, 2010 (Sampurn Wire):Men and accessories go hand in hand as much as women and their accessories. Since the time fashion has come into existence, women have always been the first one to get the benefit of the right to possess the right fashion accessories along with their other bare essentials.

Nevertheless, as fashion crept deep into mans psyche, men too, have been great followers of fashion and the accessories used by men also have in time gained popularity with men spending a sizeable amount of their salaries in investing in fashion accessories. But, the relative amount spent in this area of course largely depending on the size of the wallet. The point to notice here is that it is not necessary to use expensive stuff every time, rather the magic lies in using the accessories by keeping neat and clean.

However, certain basic accessories for the average office goers can be restricted to the wrist watch, a great looking tie pin, cuff links and a leather lap top bag or briefcase. Make sure to get wipe them clean before using them.

The basic thing to be kept in mind is that even a small thing like the handkerchief should be of a good quality. The keyword here is cleanliness. An ordinary kerchief that is washed and ironed looks and gives a much better impression than a branded one which is dirty and unwashed.

Many a times there have been men spotted in stark clean shirts and tuxedos, but the handkerchief is as old as the hills. This is one very important accessory along with its very utility value that should be invested in very meticulously.

Shoes whether they are from a local shop or some great expensive branded ones should be well polished on a daily basis to make it appear as good as new. Remember, well maintained ordinary shoes are much better than ill maintained branded ones.

The cuff links if used, should be of the right size, nether too big and flashy nor to small.Keychains used by men should have something made from good quality metal. A branded one speaks volumes about a man. Yet if there is a rust get rid of it immediately. Get a new one, make sure it looks new and shiny.

During fall, scarves, umbrellas for the occasional showers, gloves should all be cleaned at home and dry-cleaned so that they look good when taken out during the season.

Thus always remember, the magic to look great with accessories is to go neat and clean with a well maintained look every day that will beat the most expensive accessory used by any man in your vicinity.

--Sampurn Wire