This is more of a fun fact for the fellas than anything else…. Clothes don’t make the man – the man makes the clothes BUT in this instance, you have a chance to “remake” yourself….or at least certain parts!
It’s casual. It’s relaxed. It’s designer-worthy. It’s authentic to the designer. It’s less Gap. It’s an overwhelming YES! Find your curated weekend casual pieces and just wear the hell outta them!! Literally run and “fall into the Gap” Take a peek at the video and see how amazed John Elliott of John Elliott + Co, Daniel Lewis of Brooklyn Tailors, Rob Garcia of EN/Noir, and John Moore of M.Nii were to see this collaboration come to life!
Take a look at the picture….it’s a typical get-up for any guy (blue pants + white button down) but, when you add the blazer {and pocket square}, we’re talking something completely different. It just takes the right blazer to bring a look together ~ to add that little touch of polish that says you understand fashion but aren’t a slave to it. Photographer Justin Bridges snaps this (for GQ) knowing full well it’s says a mouthful. Done….and done! This Zara
Ripped from the pages of November’s GQ— this is SO big! Suits that are too roomy instantly add weight to your frame A grey suit is a professional man’s essential but consider a fabric with some character DC does these striped ties…..the rich, vibrancy of green pops without being ostentatious The pocket square is a finishing element: white with dark trim = DC, more colorful = fashion show or an Award Show (MTV, Soul Train) Is there anything about the
Never knew such a thing as “bridge coat” existed until GQ mentioned {I’m still skeptical…} but it’s apparently like a peacoat but longer. Whatever you call, the one being rocked by Trent Richardson is by Banana Republic and only $250 ~ but not available yet. The length and heft make it ideal for casual Fridays, weekends and fall travel. Stay tuned.
Fellas ~ summer means you can see the ladies out showing more skin, but it also means you’re likely going to be flashing a little more as well. It starts with your face and a recent GQ video did an excellent job covering sunscreen, a too-much-sun snafu, and exfoliants. It doesn’t take much but a little time and you can make it count!
Sounds a bit weird, right? But the premise is easy: most men dress for the opposite sex. Ok, there are exceptions out there ~ men who don’t give a crap about anything other than what they want to wear, but for most men, women are very strong influencers of style. Married men are often at the whimsy of their other half. Single men are at the mercy of demanding girlfriends, or even just the allure of any sexy woman that
We do – kinda. He’s not only one of the new faces for Gillette, but he recently shared his 10 essentials with GQ. We loved the list and thought it was would be fun to share. Benjamin Bixby Oxford Button-down Shirt ~ this shirt offers the option to dress up with some tuxedo pants for a bit of irreverence, or the ability to dress down with some jeans and Converse Native American Beaded Necklace {this is clearly a personal preference
These leather saddle shoes are a throwback with a modern twist – – – toffee leather with blue saddle detail. They are ideal for fall/early winter. Perfect with dark denim, khakis, or grey slacks….we found contemporary, retro perfection!
GQ provided this list of new wedding rules – and we love them! Wedding Rule Do’s
It’s wedding season and all the gents are asking “What should I wear?” This medium brown suit is sweet – – the light blue shirt and plaid pocket square finish it off. There are lots of shoe options, but the spectators pictured are haute! Note: Suit, $1,850, and shirt, $355 by Gucci. Tie, $125 by Eton of Sweden. Shoes, $198 by Cole Haan. Socks by Falke. Pocket square by Lands’ End Canvas. Watch by IWC
Still lusting for stylish finds under $100 then click here for accessories, clothing, and bits n’ baubles that will leave you sitting pretty and your wallet feeling plump! For those of us who wear specs but also understand the charm of a woman with brains, Kate Spade Rebecca readers are ideal. We’re diehard Converse fans, but these Warrior Classic sneakers are fun (and come in blue or red) and only $35. [They’re only available for another 3 days, 2 hours] Signe Vilstrup
This pocket square combination is great: the navy blue plaid works perfectly with the dark tie, and the pink shirt sets of the light grey suit nicely. Get creative – – and try something differently..
Celebrate your mommies this Mother’s Day (or celebrate yourself if you are a mommy). Our favorite last minute gift ideas are fragrances such as Chanel Coco Mademoiselle or gift certificates for “Mommy Only Time” including manis, pedis, massages, facials—the works! Mommies love to be pampered. They also love a simple card written from the heart. (Don’t just sign “Love, Timmy” at the bottom—give it some thought!) Rosemount Australian Fashion Week has been going on this week (May 2-6). Click here
It’s the kissing cousin to seersucker….whipcord. It goes to work and play a tad bit easier that seersucker especially for you northern boys!! [Items pictured: Suit, $248 by Express {expect a slim cut}; Shirt, $45 by Van Heusen; Tie, $13 by Uniqlo {should be your go-to spot for summer gear}] Whip it with a Whipcord Suit
It’s here and I’m excited: the GQ Watch Report! The usual suspects are present (Panerai, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Rolex, etc), but also a few newbies including Oris, Hermès, Fossil, and Bulova to name a few! GQ Watch Report
It’s question we get asked quite a bit so, we thought we’d take a stab at giving you some insight into which men’s style magazines are our favorites, which ones are good for what and not so hot for something else, etc. This is our perspective, but please share your experiences and insights with us….and everyone else! Men’s Health Published in 44 editions, Men’s Health is the world’s largest men’s magazine and the best-selling men’s magazine in the U.S. Read this
Tomas Maier combined hyper-casual and super-formal for this collection…based on the man travelling cross-country Materials were lightweight and had loads of natural colors along with patchworked camouflage Most pieces were utilitarian Overall look at models in wrinkled suits and shirts…as if living out of a trunk Also did a series of monochromatic outfits (maroon, petrol blue, olive green) Score: 8.7/10
While every man cannot and does not aspire to the same rat-pack je nais se quoi that Maxwell wields, every man can and should aspire to own a spring sport jacket that captures his own personal flair. Flair a la slacks on casual Friday, tattered jeans on Saturday morning, or linen pants for Sunday brunch — Maxwell simply provides the object that you can focus on! A few great options include: DKNY cotton sport jacket, $210 Ralph Lauren Black Label linen
Look what’s coming to Blueprint for Style in APRIL: Sequins during the day …. unheard of! Too Many Mags to Mention – In Style, Vogue, Details, Vanity Fair, Elle, More, Lucky, GQ … which ones do we read for what?! Spring Cleaning – when, what to get rid of, what to keep & what to add Packing Right – how to pack for the first big travel weekends Men & more … adding the ‘right‘ stuff Ladies & less … removing
[Courtesy of GQ] How Not to Buy a Leather Jacket • You are not Indiana Jones; leave the distressed brown leather bomber jacket to Harrison Ford. • And on that note, those World War II tobacco-brown replica bombardier jackets? Absolutely not. • No patches.
I took some time to review this and, less some of the inane commentary, the article is directionally correct. Blueprint for Style will be doing a follow-up post on specifics (to be included in the Men’s Wardrobe Essentials section along with article) but for now, I want to share a version of Gentleman’s Quarterly‘s insight:
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