Similar to our recent article on Madison’s shopping manifesto, Tucker (our fictitious but charming Fashionelle) wants to turn his everyday uniform of dress slacks and staid button-down shirts into something a little more hip and flexible. Tucker is at a point in his life where he wants to do more international travel, and do more hanging with his guys at some of the annual golf events and music festivals. Let’s run wild with Tucker’s money!
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:
Here are the staples you should find in any stylish and sophisticated man’s closet: Summer sneaker (not boots or lace-ups): think light, airy and versatile. Make them a little fun with some color—it’s not about matching but about a subdued statement. These Balenciaga men’s sneakers (albeit from 2006) are headed in the right direction
While there is much history to be learned about the subtle nuances, let’s agree on a few key broad strokes that will prevent you from making a fashion faux pas. Blazers were born from sport jackets.
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