In the previous column, the utilization of the French tuck was introduced for outfits during the fall season. With the upcoming cold weather, the second lesson to becoming a dapper dude will explain the aspects of layering clothing. Layering is the idea of wearing multiple different articles of clothing to form one cohesive look. By combining different textures and patterns, the outfit can become more attractive overall. Using unique clothing to create an outfit can make that outfit more intriguing and can make the person wearing it seem more confident and interesting. 

Based on the color combinations a person chooses, mixing colors can be very appealing or very obnoxious. If a person is unsure of which colors work well together, he or she can use neutrals paired with more vibrant colors to add a pop to the look. Blending neutral toned garments with a colorful piece works well because neutrals do not cause the look to be overwhelming. For example, one could pair a black and white top with a colorful bomber and jeans to create a nice, layered look that is pleasing to the eye.  

For more confident dressers, contrasting hues and analogous colors work well together in regards of fashion. The color wheel shows that colors opposite each other are contrasting and that colors next to each other are analogous. Colors like blue and orange are contrasting and colors like yellow and green are analogous. If one were to combine olive pants and a deep blue shirt with a gray cardigan, this look would have an analogous color scheme (with the addition of a neutral piece). The pairing of a blush/rose hued shirt with gray-green pants would have a contrasting color scheme. 

Combining different textures and different materials makes a look more interesting. There are so many textures that a person can explore that have pertinent relation to fashion and types of clothing. Some materials to explore are denim, corduroy, tweed, gingham, wool, and many others. Jean jackets are currently very popular, and they are versatile clothing articles. Jean jackets can be worn through all seasons with many different looks, always positively adding to outfits. To keep warm in the colder seasons, jean jackets can be layered over sweaters, sweatshirts, or flannels. When wearing jean jackets, pairing them with khaki pants or dark denim (black, charcoal, etc.) is an easy way to match clothing articles.  

One basic rule for layering is to keep an outfit to three colors or less. If a person wants to wear a blue shirt with green pants, they should layer it with neutral tones. With more confidence, people can pull of whatever look they want to, once a person reaches this level of confidence he or she is ready to explore different aspects of fashion. If one feels comfortable and confident in the clothes that he or she wears, their positivity adds to their style.