When looking at mens formal wear you need to follow some simple basic guidelines to get an instant classic look which projects a sense of style.If you wear two different designs within the lapel triangle say a checked shirt and a striped tie or a striped suit and repeating medallion tie they should be different scales in size If your shirt has a narrow stripe your tie needs a wider stripe.If you are short look for strong vertical elements pinstriped suits twobutton jackets If you are very thin choose a jacket with wider shoulders If you have a heavier build then Wear darker colors and go monotone from top to bottom.