Essential Summer Accessories for Men

When it comes to summer accessories, men can keep fashion in mind while choosing functional pieces. Choose items that you normally would wear, like a pair of sunglasses or belt, while considering both the current trends and what looks best on you. It doesn't take a lot to make a big impact. Subtle upgrades and simple additions will be noticed. Take the time to find the right shape and color and you can raise the bar for those around you. You can add one, or all of these accessories at once and it wouldn't be too much.

Sunglasses
Sunglasses are a functional accessory with a great deal of potential for making a stylish statement. Aviators are a classic choice for men that, like the bomber jacket, add a touch of an adventurous spirit to an outfit. Try these Ray Ban Aviators with polarized lenses in gunmetal.

With that said, it is important to choose a shape that works best with the shape of your face. Rounded faces look best with glasses that have sharper corners and square, angular faces look best with rounded glasses. Size is also a factor. Glasses that are too big will overwhelm your face, while glasses that are too small will just look silly.

Hat
Hats can take a plain outfit up several notches on the fashion scale. Slip on a stylish summer-weight fedora and your khakis and T-shirt suddenly look positively Hollywood. Straw hats pair well with lightweight summer casual clothes, like walking shorts, denim, and linen. If you are wearing athletic clothing, stick to a nice baseball cap.

Shoes
Shoes should not be an afterthought when planning a summer outfit. Whether you are going out on a date, or heading to a backyard BBQ, consider upgrading your shoes. A pair of Vans, boat shoes or espadrilles are far more fashionable than the tennis shoes worn when you mow the grass.

Belt
A braided belt is an easy way to accessorize a summer outfit without making much extra effort. The braiding can be subtle or elaborate, but the look is decidedly fresher than a heavy solid leather belt and more current than a canvas belt. Pair up with jeans, khakis or casual shorts for effortless style. Torino Leather Company carries basic braided belts that would work with many summer outfits.

Bracelet
A leather bracelet is another easy accessory that screams cool on a hot summer day. Choose from a simple brown leather strap, or something dressier like a triple strand bracelet with a silver clasp by designer Scott Kay.