I saw this picture in GQ (it was from Backyard Bill; focused on New York Fashion Week, September 2011) and instantly fell in love. Not with the model, Armando Cabral, but with his casual command of denim. There are a few other pictures in the photo journal and here’s what I got out of them: you never see denim ironed (a BIG no-no!) you don’t see denim dragging the ground you don’t find too much craziness on top you do
These PRPS NOIR Barracuda denim jeans are $682 at Matches. What makes them special and worth $682? PRPS has perfected weekend denim They’re straight-leg, classic rise They’ve been distressed, whiskered, and faded Still not getting it? Neither are we….
This isn’t rocket science but every man needs an appropriate selection of trousers. What are they? We went to Zara to see if we could find everything we need and , lo and behold, we did! dress slacks, $59.90 ~ they’re meant for meeting the parents, a museum outing, a cultural event, a swanky guys dinner chinos, $59.90 ~ they’re meant for a feeble attempt at dress up, a casual dinner at a friend’s house, Saturday chillin’ jeans, $79.90 ~ wear
I made up that title but it’s catchy, huh?! It’s a nice way to say ‘if you need some denim, consider {read: buy} these ones‘. They’re from Rag & Bone which means they’ll last you for the foreseeable future and if you’re a man with ample junk-in-your-trunk these are a good bet! Available at Matches, $115 (regularly $230) …….. {don’t say I never did anything for you}
We received a question from a gent who wanted to know the deal with denim — When is it time to stop wearing it? Do I wear light or dark? Can I do bootcut or just straight leg? There’s so much out there that it’s easy to be consued, but here’s the best advice we can give you: Leave bootcut to the ladies…keep your silhouette clean and lean! The darker the denim, the further into nightfall you can do —
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