Top 10 Dapper Dressers’ Accessories for Men | May 2024
In May, the landscape of men's accessories takes a sophisticated turn. Whether you're preparing for a summer wedding, a polo match, or stopping an evil genius’ plans for world domination, these 10 must-have accessories will ensure your look shows volumes of refined taste and attention to detail.
1. Silk Ties
A high-quality silk tie is a must-have for a next-level formal look. Go for timeless patterns like stripes or paisleys in muted hues for versatility, or dare with bolder colors to make a statement.
Learn 30 ways to tie a tie here.
EXPLORE SILK TIES
Classic Brown Silk-Twill Tie
$42
Classic Gold Silk-Twill Tie
$42
Cognac Polka Dot Silk Tie
$42
Boho | Dark Brown & Orange Bird Pattern Silk Tie
$49
Boho | Dark Blue & Orange Bird Pattern Silk Tie
$49
Classic Navy Blue Silk-Twill Tie
$42
Boho | Dark Blue, Yellow & Orange Floral Pattern Silk Tie
$49
Navy Blue & Orange Polka Dot Silk Tie
$46
Classic Orange Silk-Twill Tie
$42
Mustard Yellow & White Patterned Silk Tie
$49
Mustard Yellow & Forest Green Vintage Print Silk Tie
$49
Sky Blue, Red & Green Plaid Silk Tie
$49
Grey & White Squared Pattern Silk Tie
$49
Boho | Dark Blue & Tan Paisley with Pink Roses Silk Tie
$49
Boho | Vintage Brown Paisley Pattern Silk Tie
$49
Boho | Light Blue & Ruby Rose Pattern Silk Tie
$49
Blue, Orange & Light Blue Striped Silk Cravat
$69
Navy Blue & Ivory Striped Silk Cravat
$69
Wide Navy, Light Blue & Red Striped Silk Tie
$42
Wide Cognac Polka Dot Silk Tie
$42
2. Cufflinks
A pair of sleek cufflinks are the cherry on top of your formal look. The classic simplicity of silver, the subtle luxury of mother-of-pearl, or the distinct texture of silk knots – cufflinks add that finishing touch to your sleeves.
Learn everything you need to know about cufflinks here.
EXPLORE CUFFLINKS
Round Silver-Tone Cufflinks with Onyx Inlay
$25
Silver-Tone Knot Cufflinks
$25
Round Gold-Tone & Tiger's Eye Stone Cufflinks
$33
Square Gold-Tone Striped Cufflinks
$25
Rectangle Gold 925s Classic Cufflinks
$199
Striped Silver-Tone, Canary Yellow & Deep Red Mallet Cufflinks
$30
Round Dark Gray & Tiger's Eye Stone Cufflinks
$33
Round Silver-Tone, Currant Red & Light Blue Leading Star Cufflinks
$30
Silver-Tone Skeleton Chain Cufflinks
$30
Black & Silver-Tone Merge Cufflinks
$25
Chocolate Brown Double Merge Cufflinks
$30
Square Gold-Tone Stainless Steel Watch Cufflinks
$99
True Red Knot Cufflinks
$19
Black Knot Cufflinks
$19
Square Rounded Black Cufflinks
$25
Silver-Tone Mjolnir Cufflinks
$25
Gold-Tone Geometric Tie Bar and Cufflinks Set
$75
Novelle | Silver-Tone Blue Zirconia Cufflinks
$33
Silver-tone Initial Y Cufflinks
$25
Round Silver-Tone & Black Letter M Initial Cufflinks
$27
3. Leather Belts
A well-crafted leather belt holds your outfit together and complements the other leather elements in your look. Make sure they match and stick to black or brown for maximum compatibility.
EXPLORE LEATHER BELTS
Holden | Sand Suede Leather Belt
$59
Black Auto Lock Leather Belt
$75
Black Textured Leather Dress Belt
$44
Dark Brown Solid Auto Lock Leather Belt
$59
Brown Textured Leather Dress Belt
$44
Black Braided Italian Full-grain Leather Belt
$75
Modern Black & Dark Brown Leather Belt
$59
Cognac Auto Lock Leather Belt
$75
Brown Distressed Leather Belt
$44
Navy Full-Grain Leather Auto Lock Belt
$75
Holden | Black Suede Leather Belt
$59
Holden | Blue Suede Leather Belt
$59
Brown Braided Italian Full-grain Leather Belt
$75
Padua | Casual All Black Leather Belt
$89
Padua | Brown Leather Dress Belt
$105
Cognac Smooth Leather Belt
$59
Classic Metal Buckle & Tan Leather Belt
$55
Chocolate Brown Textured Leather Dress Belt
$55
Casual Brown Distressed Leather Belt
$59
Casual Black Distressed Leather Belt
$59
4. Pocket Squares
A silk pocket square adds a pop of color and personality to your look. Remember, the key is in the contrast – complement your tie without directly matching it.
Discover 52 ways to fold a pocket square here.
EXPLORE POCKET SQUARES
Grey Felt Pocket Square Holder
$16
Basic Terracotta Pocket Square
$9
Boho | Dark Brown & Orange Bird Pattern Silk Pocket Square
$30
Terracotta Necktie and Pocket Square
$28
Light Green & Orange Vintage Print Silk Pocket Square
$33
Classic White & Orange Edge Linen Pocket Square
$16
Basic Shiny Champagne Pocket Square
$9
Boho | Dark Blue & Orange Bird Pattern Silk Pocket Square
$30
Wooden Pocket Square Hanger
$16
Cognac Polka Dot Silk Pocket Square
$24
Boho | Forest Green, Red & Yellow Floral Pattern Silk Pocket Square
$30
Black Polka Dot Silk Pocket Square
$24
Basic White Pocket Square
$9
Classic Brown Silk Twill Pocket Square
$30
Blue & White Dotted Silk Pocket Square
$30
Basic Shiny Baby Blue Pocket Square
$9
Shiny Baby Blue Pocket Square
$9
Blue & Gold Paisley Pattern Pocket Square
$16
Black & Gold Paisley Pattern Silk Pocket Square
$25
Apprentice Pocket Square Bundle
$105
5. Dress Watches
A slim, minimalist dress watch with a leather strap or a metal bracelet is the height of sophistication. It's a statement of style and grace.
Learn how to wear a men’s watch in style here.
EXPLORE WATCHES
Dante II | Black Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch With Black Dial & Gold-Tone Movement
$255
Ternion | Black and Gold-tone Dual-time Watch
$149
Phantom | Black Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch With Black Dial
$75
Ternion | Gold-Tone Dual-Time Watch With White Dial & Rust Leather Strap
$149
Dante II | Gold-Tone & Black Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch With Black Dial
$255
Major | Gold-Tone Minimalist Stainless Steel Watch With Gold-Tone Dial
$119
Memento Mori | Black Stainless Steel Skull Watch
$179
Dante II | Black Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch With Black Dial
$255
Ace | Silver-Tone Stainless Steel Watch With Roulette Dial
$195
Troika II | Gold-Tone Dual-Time Watch With White Dial & Brown Leather Strap
$179
Dante II | Silver-Tone Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch With Silver-Tone Dial
$255
Dante II | Silver-tone and Blue Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch with Leather Straps
$225
Ace | Gold-Tone Stainless Steel Watch With Roulette Dial
$195
Dante II | Gold-Tone Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch With Gold-Tone Dial
$255
Aviator | Silver-Tone Aviator Watch With Blue Dial, White Numbers, Arms & Rust Strap
$195
Gunmetal Concealed Pocket Watch With Black Dial & Gunmetal Chain
$59
Dante II | Black Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch With Black Dial & Silver-Tone Movement
$255
Vintage Leather Triple Watch Roll
$85
Motus | Silver-Tone Automatic Skeleton Watch With Chocolate Brown Leather Strap
$225
Ambitio | Silver-Tone Watch With Black Rotating Dial & Stainless Steel Mesh Strap
$75
6. Fine Leather Messenger Bags
In the realm of formal settings, a high-quality leather briefcase signifies professionalism and taste. Choose a classic design that balances functionality with elegance.
Learn about the 7 men’s bags you’re not carrying… but should.
EXPLORE LEATHER MESSENGER BAGS
Dark Brown Single Strap Leather Shoulder Bag
$119
Montreal | XL Tan Leather Laptop Bag
$329
Dark Brown Leather Laptop Bag
$149
Montreal | Dark Brown Classic Leather Reporter Bag
$179
Cambodia | Slim 13” Executive Tan Leather Bag
$269
Montreal | Luxury Tan Leather Satchel Bag
$345
Jasper | Large Black Leather Shoulder Bag
$359
Overly Messenger Leather Bag
$209
Scuffed Cognac Leather Satchel
$135
Black Leather Briefcase
$255
Multifunctional Dark Brown Leather Bag
$269
Combination Leather case
$359
Dark Brown Leather Satchel Bag
$119
Brown Cario Multi Leather Bag
$239
Dark Brown Leather Backpack
$225
Slick Brown Leather Briefcase
$149
Marlano Dark Brown Leather Case
$225
Dark Brown Vintage Leather Bag
$359
Dark Brown Everyday Leather Bag
$149
Retro Cognac Leather Messenger Bag
$209
7. Quality Wallets
A rich leather wallet flashes your appreciation of luxury with pride every time you pull it out. Consider RFID-blocking technology to keep your information safe from tech-savvy scoundrels.
Check out our 5 tips for choosing the right wallet for you.
EXPLORE LEATHER WALLETS
California | Black Ergonomic Leather Wallet
$69
California | Brown Ergonomic Leather Wallet
$69
Lincoln | Tan Leather RFID-Blocking Wallet with Keyring
$59
Lincoln | Dark-Brown Leather RFID-Blocking Wallet with Keyring
$59
Large Black Leather Wallet
$59
Black Leather Card Holder With RFID Blocker
$69
Montreal | Rustic Brown RFID Leather Wallet
$69
Montreal | Trifold Black Leather Wallet
$89
Montreal | Trifold Brown Leather Wallet
$89
Trifold Tan RFID Leather Wallet
$69
Lincoln | Black & Blue Leather RFID-Blocking Wallet
$59
Black Ergonomic Leather Wallet
$69
Montreal | Rustic Black RFID Leather Wallet
$69
Montreal | Tan Zipped RFID Leather Pouch
$44
Montreal | Long Tan RFID Leather Wallet
$69
Montreal | Zip-Lined Black RFID Leather Wallet
$59
Dark Brown Ergonomic Leather Wallet
$69
Classic Tan Leather Wallet
$59
California | Tan Ergonomic Leather Wallet
$69
California | Slim Brown Leather Wallet
$69
8. Personalized Leather Notebooks
In an age of digital communication, personalized notebooks stand out. Use them for note-taking at work or school and stand out in the sea of disposable, mass-produced paper and electronics.
EXPLORE ENGRAVABLE NOTEBOOKS
9. Formal Socks
Don't overlook your socks. Choose high-quality, calf-length (crew) socks in colors that match your trousers or offer a slight, tasteful contrast.
EXPLORE CREW SOCKS
FlexFeel | Light Green Socks
$10
FlexFeel | Olive Green Socks
$10
FlexFeel | Royal Blue Socks
$10
FlexFeel | Royal Blue Ankle Socks
$7
FlexFeel | Graphite Socks
$10
FlexFeel | Black Socks
$10
FlexFeel | Black Ankle Socks
$7
FlexFeel | Olive Green Ankle Socks
$7
FlexFeel | Dark Crimson Socks
$10
FlexFeel | Light Grey Ankle Socks
$7
FlexFeel | Dark Crimson Ankle Socks
$7
Kleos | Black Sock Garters With Silver-tone Clasps
$22
Christmas Gift Set - Boxers and Socks
$49
$34.3
FlexFeel | White Ankle Socks
$7
DryFeel | 6-Pack | 4 White, 2 Light Gray Striped Cotton Tennis Socks
$29
DryFeel | 3-Pack Striped White Cotton Tennis Socks
$16
DryFeel | 3-Pack Striped Light Gray Cotton Tennis Socks
$16
DryFeel | 3-Pack White Cotton Tennis Socks with Black Stripes
$16
DryFeel | 12-Pack Ivory Cotton Tennis Socks
$46
DryFeel | 6-Pack Ivory Cotton Tennis Socks
$29
10. Tie Bars
A tie bar keeps your tie in place and adds a touch of bling to your outfit. For a balanced look, make sure it's clipped between the third and fourth buttons of your shirt – not too high, not too low.
Check out our ultimate guide to tie bars and clips.
EXPLORE TIE BARS
Short Dark Grey Tie Bar
$30
Silver-Tone Invisible Magnetic Tie Clip
$22
Polished Silver-Tone 1 3/5" (4 cm) Tie Bar
$22
Silver-Tone Stud Collar Chain
$16
Classic Silver-Tone Collar Bar
$25
Geo Remix | Silver-Tone & Mother of Pearl Stone Stainless Steel Tie Bar
$59
Geo Remix | Gold-Tone & Grey Patterned Stainless Steel Tie Bar
$33
Short Pink Tie Bar
$28
Polished Gold-Tone 1 3/5" (4 cm) Tie Bar
$22
Polished Silver-Tone 1 3/5" (4 cm) Rounded Tie Bar
$24
Gold-Tone Bar Collar Bar
$25
Gold-Tone Globe Head Collar Bar
$25
Silver-Tone Brass Grid Design Tie Clip
$25
Sleek Silver-Tone Stainless Steel Tie Bar With Detail
$25
Simple Silver-Tone Stainless Steel Tie Bar With Hole
$25
Matte Baby Blue Square Tie Clip
$25
Black Moustache Tie Clip
$33
Short Ruby Square Tie Clip
$25
Simple Two Notch Silver-Tone Tie Clip
$25
Polished Silver-Tone 1 3/5" (4 cm) Tie Clip
$22
Accessorizing a formal look is all about blending timeless elegance with personal touches. By investing in these essential accessories, you'll enhance the impact of your formal attire and elevate your overall look, making every appearance one to remember.
For more, check out our 7 essential rules for matching men’s accessories.
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