French cuff shirts with contrast collars ooze power and precision.  As symbols of the straight-talking no-nonsense casino owners and big business tycoons of the old school business world, French cuff shirts have taken on a reputation over the years for the stuffy, uptight type.

The old rule goes, if the occasion is formal enough to wear a suit (vs. just a jacket) then it is also formal enough to wear French cuffs.  However, men everywhere are doing their part to downplay the uptown elegance of the contrast collar and cuff look by following these simple style suggestions.

1.  For casual Friday, pair a blue and white vertical striped French cuff shirt with a deep v-neck cardigan (watch out because this one is a babe magnet for end-of-the-work-week drinks).

2.  One word: denim.  Take your best pair of dark denim jeans (like your custom jeans from indiDenim.com), and instead of putting on some dank t-shirt to match, top em’ off with your pimpest French cuff contrast collar shirt. A dark color for the body of the shirt is the key to achieving the proper contrast with the white collar. The whole ensemble will frame your face even in the dimmest lit of all after hour hangouts.  This combination is a must have for the shy-guy come hither act in clubs across the country.

3.  For a casual day outing, a regular old run of the mill pair of khakis can go a long way with a contrast collar shirt.  Wear flip flops. Pack a picnic.  Unbutton that top button and leave the rest for someone else to do.

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