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Summer Stripes & Pleats with Paul Smith and Original Penguin

Posted by Unknown Monday, August 19, 2013 0 comments

Pleats on pants is a great way to date yourself and bring down an outfit because it has more to do with function rather than substance. To accomplish a modern look and clean lines, typically we choose slim pants with a flat front. But in recent years, designers have used the pleat as a design piece rather than a means of comfort for men.

Rather than the elongated single and double pleats of your dad's pants, the modern pleat is typically singular, smaller, and inverted. The pleats of yesteryear's pants face outward creating a wider silhouette but modern pleats face inward bringing the viewers eyes inwards. It's analogous to how stripes trick the eye, vertical stripes make a person look longer and taller, while horizontal stripes makes a person look shorter and wider.

The next time you go pants shopping, think about adding some pleats to your wardrobe.

Wardrobe
Pants: Paul Smith
Shirt: Ben Sherman Plectrum
Laptop Sleeve: Hartmann
Shoes: Gucci
Accessories: Panerai, Omega, J Crew, Tateossian

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Summer Suit with Kenneth Cole, J Crew, and Cole Haan

Posted by Unknown Saturday, June 15, 2013 0 comments

I believe I've only done one suit shoot, and it was for how to dress for business (::Suit Up::). In honor of the warm weather, I realize some of us still have to wear a suit regardless of how hot it is. When suiting up for the hot seasons, it's wise to choose light-weight materials such as cotton or linen. But if you like the traditional look and feel of wool, there are light-weight alternatives out there.

Take for instance this brown slim-cut suit from Kenneth Cole. Although it's 100% wool, it's on the lighter side of the wool spectrum so it's perfect for a warm day. To finish off the light summer look, I paired it with a clean white button down and a loosely knotted knit tie. Leave the top button of your shirt undone and you'll look like the summer rebel that's ready to conquer the season with style.

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Wardrobe
Suit: Kenneth Cole
Shirt: Ben Sherman
Tie: J Crew
Belt: J Crew
Shoes: Cole Haan

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Beach Look with J Crew, Parke and Ronen, and Topman

Posted by Unknown Monday, May 27, 2013 0 comments

On a random weekend, I decided to take a road trip to Santa Cruz for the day. Weather.com said 76 degrees and sunny, well that was a lie because it was 66 degrees and cloudy. Luckily there was no wind so at least it was comfortable and I made the best of it.

I would be at the beach every single day if it weren't for the fact that I live in valley. There's nothing more relaxing than laying on the beach and taking a nice swim in the waves. Whenever I hit the beach, it is all about bright colors and relaxed gear.

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::Wardrobe::
Swim shorts: Parke and Ronen
Shirt:Shorts:: J Crew
Hat: Ben Sherman
Bag: Topman
Sandals: Alfani

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::Suit Up::

Posted by Unknown Saturday, January 19, 2013 0 comments

I rarely get to wear a suit, but I've recently had the opportunity for New Year's and an interview. Suiting up for a party is a whole lot different than professionally. I’ll focus on how to suit up professionally in this post with a few do’s and don’ts.

An interview is no place to show off your fashion sense. The focus should be on professionalism and showing that you can fit in but at the same time stand out and bring something to the table. For these reasons, the best colors are white, blue, and black.

The big key to a suit is that it has to look as though it was fitted for no one else but you. No matter the brand or price point, most suits have to be tailored. IT'S THE FIT, NOT THE BRAND.

::Top::

The shoulders should not go past your natural shoulder line. Modern fits use high arm holes. This does two things:

(1) elongate the torso and (2) define your silhouette more.

The shirt sleeve should fall where your wrists dent in. The coat sleeve should be about 1/2" to 1" shorter than the shirt.

::Don'ts::

At the interview, I saw one person button every single button. Never button the last button, no matter if it is a two button or three button suit. Letting it flow creates the "V" silhouette.

At the New Year's party, I'm not sure if the guy didn't know or didn't notice, but he left the stitching that held the back vents together. Always take the stitching off the vents.

::Color::

Remember, an interview is no place to flaunt your fashion sense. Think simple, yet powerful. You want to show that you understand professionalism, but can still think outside the box.

Stick to black or dark blue suits. Stay away from flat black, you're not going to a funeral.

For the tie, I went with a dark grey. I didn't go with black because I'd look like the Blues Brothers.

Invest in a quality folio. You want a place to keep your resume if needed.

::Pants::

For a modern fit, tell your tailor you want little to no break in your hem. You don't want your pants bunching up at the bottom, nor do you want them hiding your shoes. It looks clumsy and unfinished.

Caring about your look shows you will care about your work.

::Wardrobe::

Suit: Alfani

Shirt: Ben Sherman

Tie: J Crew

Shoes: Boss by Hugo Boss

Bag: Jack Spade

Folio: Coach

Tie Bar: The Tie Bar

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Street Sense

Posted by Unknown Wednesday, November 28, 2012 0 comments

So I just bought these super cute boots when I was over in Texas. They are basically Eastland style winter boots, but with a little street edge to them. Remember that street doesn't mean baggy. Keep everything fitted and streamlined. I’ve been wanting to shoot this great graffiti wall in Sacramento so here’s inspiration all around the new boots. Click on each picture for details and fashion credits.

Show off that you don't follow rules. Tie bar is actually what

retailers use to hold together the folds on button down shirts.

And we get to the inspiration. Solid black work-rain boots, but because it's a dull black,

it lends itself to street rather than dress. Throw the cuffs up to show 'em off.

With street style, it's all about not worrying if something is out of place. If the collar pops, leave it.

If jean cuffs are uneven, who cares?

I needed some type of color, but still keep the street edge. What better way then to accessorize with gold. I absolutely love the vintage gold digital Casio. It's a great contrast between luxury and vintage.

Jacket: Civil Society
Shirt: Ben Sherman
Jeans: Seven
Tie: J Crew
Shoes: Lacoste
Bag: John Varvatos Star USA

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