Stepping out of the box

After visiting Spain, I saw better fashion on the average everyday guy than I would ever see in the states, NYC included. It is the small things that seperate us from being at the top of the fashion world. For instance, wearing patterned dress socks with jeans, rather than your standard everyday white gym socks. Or wearing a scarf in cold weather climates with a light weight sweater or pull over rather than a huge parka that looks like we are going to the snow. Most of the time I believe that less is more, and most often better. Take some time and re examine what small things you can do within your wardrobe that will help you to step out of the mundane box of fashion.

Slacks over denim

After some thought as to what could be the next phase in the trendy LA setting, I have come up with a solution to the cookie cutter fashion that is overwhelming the LA region. My idea is taking it back to somewhat of the old days, but not so much. I am rocking the dress slacks with the plain white tennis shoes look. This look can be pulled off, however if you are one of those people who feel like the preppy look is not for you, then this will not interest you. This look is sharp yet comfortable. classy yet sheik. I got the idea from kris van assche, a relatively new designer to the fashion world. Not new as in his experience, but new as far as his own line. I would recommend going with any type of slacks that have more of a boot cut at the end, especially for those men who have a extremely large foot. You can get these types of pants from Express, and often times @ Banana Republic. French Connection also offers a couple of good pair. The white shoe of choice would be without a doubt. The original Stan Smith Adidas. These shoes are classics, relatively inexpensive and they last a long time. they come with a bunch of different trims, but i would recommmend the traditional white on blue if you decide to go with these. Other shoes are the Jack Parcels, the Converse all stars, shell toe adidas, reebok classics, etc. I would stay away from kswiss, and any type of skater shoes. the look can compliment a standard polo, or more of a preppy look with a button up and pull over argyle.

Cookie Cutter Fashion

I dont know about you, but I know that I am personally tired of going to the clubs and seeing the same guy walking around with the same blue jeans, button down striped shirts, and boring sportcoats. I feel like no one is trying to step out of the box anymore. We look towards the TV to make our decisions, and then get mad when we see ourselves out on the town. Take some time, be yourself, and represent your likes and taste. If you feel comfortable in a blazer then so be it. But wearing it because Usher has it on, or Kanye flossed it on the cover of VIBE is ridiculous.

Significance of the Tie dimple

The dimple in a man's neck tie can make or break the harmony of the dress shirt tie combination. Typically I prefer the Four-n-Hand when it comes to making a standard dimple in the tie. However there are several ways inwhich a man can tie his tie. There is the fan favorite, Windsor knot, there is the Half windsor, the fore mentioned Four-n-hand, the Pratt knot, and the Sophisticato. All of which have they're place in the arsenal of a well dressed man.