Big occasions crop up throughout the year, from family weddings to milestone birthdays to important corporate dinners and fundraisers and every time you want to look your best. Prepping for these special occasions means giving yourself a close inspection and tidying up all those rough edges. We’ve got all the tips you need below to look fantastic for every occasion.
Start with the hair
Your hairstyle strongly influences the overall look and feel of your style, and you may want to try something different for special occasions, or at least get your preferred look tidied up. Consider:
The right style
Consider your face shape and personal preferences before booking in for that final trim for the big day. You may want a variation on your usual cut or something completely different. It’s also worth keeping in mind the location of the event, will you be outdoors a lot? This may influence the styling products you can use.
Prioritise hair health
Maintain healthy hair by washing it regularly with a gentle shampoo and conditioner. Do not overuse products so your hair has the chance to breathe and doesn’t get overloaded with built-up products.
Consider your clothes
Once you’ve sorted your hair, it’s outfit time. You want to maintain your personal style whilst also ensuring you fit with the tone of the event and any dress codes in place by:
Fully understanding the dress code
Most high-end events will have a dress code, though some are open to interpretation. There is always a way to put your spin on every dress code but if it says black-tie, you want to turn up suited properly.
Consider venue and season
Breathable fabrics are essential for warmer months and you don’t want to feel uncomfortable because you’re overheating so consider cottons and linens for outdoor events in the heat. Indoor events are usually more flexible as you can benefit from air conditioning.
Don’t forget comfort
You don’t have to stay in your comfort zone when dressing for a special occasion, but you don’t want to be so far out of it that you feel awkward and unable to get involved. Ensure you try everything on, feel great and are happy to enter the event and enjoy.
Freshen up facial hair
Facial hair has become a defining element of many men’s personal styles. For those big events you want to ensure your look is perfected and you feel confident with your beard, moustache or even the clean-shaven look:
Smooth shaving techniques
The last thing you want for a big occasion is cuts and nicks all over your chin, so perfecting your shave is essential. Big occasions could call for booking in for a professional shave if you want a truly clean-shaven feel, or just make sure to take care when you get your razor out.
Beard maintenance
Beards should be trimmed, tidied and looking magnificent for special occasions. Ensure you have it shaped professionally in the weeks or days before the event and take time to smooth or trim it yourself before the event begins. Use a beard comb and balm to help tame any loose hairs, and add moisture and shine.
Manage that moustache
A moustache is a bold move but we’re seeing a lot more of them these days. Moustaches must be well-groomed and trimmed closely. The hairs above your lip should be properly trimmed so there’s no risk of them interfering with eating or drinking. Moustaches need combing just like beards and are dependent on your style, you might want to use wax for hold.
At Chaps & Co. we love helping our clients get ready for the big moments in their lives and if you’ve got a special occasion coming up give us a call and book in at any of our barbershops to upgrade your style.
Big occasions crop up throughout the year, from family weddings to milestone birthdays to important corporate dinners and fundraisers and every time you want to look your best. Prepping for these special occasions means giving yourself a close inspection and tidying up all those rough edges. We’ve got all the tips you need below to look fantastic for every occasion.
Start with the hair
Your hairstyle strongly influences the overall look and feel of your style, and you may want to try something different for special occasions, or at least get your preferred look tidied up. Consider:
The right style
Consider your face shape and personal preferences before booking in for that final trim for the big day. You may want a variation on your usual cut or something completely different. It’s also worth keeping in mind the location of the event, will you be outdoors a lot? This may influence the styling products you can use.
Prioritise hair health
Maintain healthy hair by washing it regularly with a gentle shampoo and conditioner. Do not overuse products so your hair has the chance to breathe and doesn’t get overloaded with built-up products.
Consider your clothes
Once you’ve sorted your hair, it’s outfit time. You want to maintain your personal style whilst also ensuring you fit with the tone of the event and any dress codes in place by:
Fully understanding the dress code
Most high-end events will have a dress code, though some are open to interpretation. There is always a way to put your spin on every dress code but if it says black-tie, you want to turn up suited properly.
Consider venue and season
Breathable fabrics are essential for warmer months and you don’t want to feel uncomfortable because you’re overheating so consider cottons and linens for outdoor events in the heat. Indoor events are usually more flexible as you can benefit from air conditioning.
Don’t forget comfort
You don’t have to stay in your comfort zone when dressing for a special occasion, but you don’t want to be so far out of it that you feel awkward and unable to get involved. Ensure you try everything on, feel great and are happy to enter the event and enjoy.
Freshen up facial hair
Facial hair has become a defining element of many men’s personal styles. For those big events you want to ensure your look is perfected and you feel confident with your beard, moustache or even the clean-shaven look:
Smooth shaving techniques
The last thing you want for a big occasion is cuts and nicks all over your chin, so perfecting your shave is essential. Big occasions could call for booking in for a professional shave if you want a truly clean-shaven feel, or just make sure to take care when you get your razor out.
Beard maintenance
Beards should be trimmed, tidied and looking magnificent for special occasions. Ensure you have it shaped professionally in the weeks or days before the event and take time to smooth or trim it yourself before the event begins. Use a beard comb and balm to help tame any loose hairs, and add moisture and shine.
Manage that moustache
A moustache is a bold move but we’re seeing a lot more of them these days. Moustaches must be well-groomed and trimmed closely. The hairs above your lip should be properly trimmed so there’s no risk of them interfering with eating or drinking. Moustaches need combing just like beards and are dependent on your style, you might want to use wax for hold.
At Chaps & Co. we love helping our clients get ready for the big moments in their lives and if you’ve got a special occasion coming up give us a call and book in at any of our barbershops to upgrade your style.
