"ThE maKiNg oF a gEntLeMAn"







For centuries grooming, looks and beauty were only concerned with the fairer sex. Men were essentially thought to be zombies with unkempt hairdos, untrimmed facial hair coupled with ill-fitting clothes and smelly socks. This stereotypical taboo still does exist in many societies. 

But with globalization and the evolution of popular culture, men have metamorphosed from being a nasty, mean looking creature to a trendy and stylish cosmopolitan. 

Men in multi-national companies and business world have a compulsion to look impeccable. For them, looks and success go hand-in-hand.



Not just for the big guys



Well, well, well!!! Grooming is not just for the big guys. It is neither a rocket science. 


After all, it doesn’t take much effort, money and time for men to get that ideal corporate look to climb the pinnacle of success. Ok Let’s face it.

Starting from the hair, a neatly combed hair makes a great style statement. If the hair is long, then it is advisable to evenly comb and tie it on the back of the head.                       





Corporate clothing sense is more serious than ever before





Messy and out-of-the bed hairdos, and using hair gels in the professional world signifies casualty and unprofessional. It may seem highly funky in the college but it doesn’t so in the corporate sector.



The mane event



Next, controlling the facial hair is a big challenge for many men. It requires everyday care, and investing quality time spent trimming them - be it beard, moustache, goatee or whatever. 

Unshaved beard and poorly maintained facial hair indicate laziness and disinterest and can lead in being overlooked for any available promotion.

And yes the outfits. OOPS!!! Mismatched shirts and pants can convey a different meaning to colleagues. Our choice of colours also send different message to people with whom we closely collaborate. Dull, wrinkled and ill-fitting clothes will not get people anywhere on the corporate ladder.  

Bright and hard-hitting ties, when not chosen carefully can lead to irreversible disaster or criticism. In summer, sweat stink or pungent aromatic fragrances can be a turn off.



Right attire and elegant attitude will hit the bulls eye



Also, I think wearing formals without a belt will spell havoc. It would have worked for SRK in ‘Rab ne Bana di Jodi’, but not for ordinary everyday men. 

 And yeah, the socks. Oh my God! White socks with black trousers might look cute on kiddies and toddlers but not on adults. It is crucial to always match the colour of the trouser and the socks.

And last but never the least; clean, sparkling shoes are of paramount importance. Because you see, after slogging so much and not projecting a perfectly polished shoes, can ruin the whole scene.



Cool killer



Remember, only 7% of communication is verbal and the rest 93 percentile is purely a rhythmic combination of body language through non-verbal channels. So always remember to dress for the occasion. You are what you wear.

- Raju G Prannoy