I Ranked 20 Menswear Rules From BEST to WORST

Menswear is full of rules. Some can make the difference between looking sharp and looking sloppy. Others? They're probably not worth worrying about. So, which menswear rules should every man follow, and which ones can you confidently ignore? In this video, we're ranking 20 classic menswear rules across five tiers, from S Tier: Non-Negotiable to D Tier: Doesn't Matter. I'll break down the reasoning behind each rule, explore where traditional menswear conventions come from, and separate genuinely useful style advice from outdated restrictions and unnecessary perfectionism. I'll cover everything from suit fit, jacket buttons, and shirt cuffs to matching belts and shoes, tie etiquette, pocket squares, and black-tie details. Whether you're building your wardrobe from scratch or refining your personal style, this ranking will help you focus on what actually makes a difference. --- 0:00 — 20 Menswear Rules Ranked 0:20 — How the Tier List Works (S to D) 1:11 — Rule #1: Belt Should Match Shoes 1:58 — Rule #2: Never Button Bottom Jacket Button 2:38 — Rule #3: Suit Should Fit Perfectly 3:36 — Rule #4: No White After Labor Day 4:23 — Rule #5: Always Show Shirt Cuff 5:07 — Rule #6: No Watch With Tuxedo 5:54 — Rule #7: Jacket Should Cover Seat 6:33 — Rule #8: Shoes Match Outfit Formality 7:23 — Rule #9: Wear a Tie With a Suit 8:04 — Rule #10: No Suspenders & Belt Together 8:22 — Rule #11: Tie Should Reach Waistband 9:10 — Rule #12: No Brown in Town 9:55 — Rule #13: Tie Darker Than Sh