AF isn't a bad start but you probably want to look at switching out a few pieces and picking the right accessories. As a rough guide I'll list where I'm up to with gear so far.

Weapon: Ifrits Claws
Head: Darklight eyepatch def 25 att+15 crit rate+40 crit att+30 INT+20 eva-10
Body: Temple Cyclas (aiming for darklight corselet but who isn't?)
Hands: Temple gloves ( darklight bracers will be an awesome replacement)
Legs: Felt Trousers (red) Ironmans will IV swordsmans wit IV def 130 hp+23 str+21 vit+16 dex+7 (good all round melee piece)
Feet: Temple Boots Good if youre using Fists of wind but otherwise could do better.
Rings
Electrum ring+1 (switch out for str ring if you have no acc issues.)
Explorers ring: att+15 hp-15
Neck
Electrum gorget+1 def9 +30 att power.
wrist
Raptorskin wristbands def 12 hp+50
Earring Fairly pointless until you get explorers for def1 att power+5

My gear isn't the best but it's a work in progress. AF is just a starting basis, you can find better pieces for every slot.