High-Low: The Style Technique You Need To Know About Now

Have you heard of the style technique referred to as “High-Low”?

This is a technique that pairs pieces you normally wouldn’t see together such as double breasted jackets and chinos or blazers and jeans.

The reason many people are drawn to this look is because of comfort. It’s a great way to look sharp without having to sacrifice on comfort or wearability.

Since we at A Step Above Style value your time (and because you already know why you’re here) we’ll jump right in.

Let’s begin.

What Is High-Low?

It is a technique that involves mixing formal and informal wardrobe pieces.

This technique pairs pieces you normally wouldn’t see together such as double breasted jackets and chinos or blazers and jeans.

This technique isn’t limited to just clothes however. It also extends to accessories as shown in our picture above.

Often times it’s the “statement piece” that ends up being the “High” in these outfits, while the rest of the look falls into the “Low” category.

Benefits

• Get more from your wardrobe – Rather than buy new clothes, find new ways to wear your existing pieces
• Practicality – You get to craft the look that makes sense for the weather in your area, the event you are going to, etc.
• The Challenge – As we are all at various places on our style journey, we have different levels of understanding of “what works together”. Take this technique as a challenge to come up with new and cool outfits

“High” Wardrobe Staples

• Knitted Polo Shirts
• Oxford Cloth Button Downs
• Blazers
• Leather Jacket
• Hat (Felt Cowboy Hat, Fedora, Etc.)
• Stainless Steel Watch
• Dress Shoes / Exotic Skin Cowboy Boots
• Designer Sunglasses

“Low” Wardrobe Staples

• Blue Jeans / Chinos
• All White Sneakers / Leather Sandals
• Athleisure clothes like track suits
• Hoodies
• Crewneck Sweatshirts

Tips

• Use complimentary colors (red/green, yellow and purple, blue/orange, etc.)
• Use fabrics that work well with the weather
• Wear textures that help you achieve the look you’re after
• Hygiene : No matter the outfit, always prioritize clean teeth, great cologne or perfume, and well kept hair

Conclusion

We hope you found today’s post insightful. It was our goal to show you some tips you can implement immediately and have some fun with your existing wardrobe.

We would love to hear from you in the comments about a High-Low outfit you’re planning to wear soon. Tell us the details of it down below.

Until next time, y’all have a good one.

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Posted By: Jeffrey Chark · In: Style Talk