#FreestyleFridays
Some events call for a less casual cool weather look, but may not necessarily fit into the fall standard suit-and-tie format being the most appropriate go-to wear. Date nights or holiday dinners, for instance, need more class than simply joggers, but a suit here would prove too stodgy. In these cases, I recommend a sleek cable knit sweater, fitted solid color button downs, slim fit black trousers, and chukka style boots or suede ankle desert boots as fitting accessories.
Author: Carmen Bucco
Check This Authentic Vintage Fall Outlook
#ThrowbackThursdays
When it comes to vintage outfit style, whether it’s a suit jacket or work jacket or shirt, I always have the same starting point: what I term it as good fundamentals…the balance of the garment, the pitch of the sleeves, the size of the neck, among others. This emphasis on methods and materials to produce vintage pieces defines a tailor’s sensibility.
THREE UNUSUALLY GREAT JACKETS FOR MEN TO EXPERIMENT WITH THIS FALL
Cardigans And Sweaters Are The Best Way To Showcase Business Casuals
#WearItWednesday
In chilly colder climates, cardigans and sweaters are a welcome addition to semi-casual style (or in some cases, business casual style). At its best, business casual style lends a tone of informality to your look. It is slim; it is fitting and distances itself from loud patterns. And no more “Ugly Christmas sweater” look! Go for neutral solid colors including brown, beige, black or navy as they sync well with the selection of your denim and pants. Avoid conflict by learning how to go matchy-match with colors.
Dump Your Belt Loops, Switch To Side Tabs
#TeachingTuesdays
Dump the belt loops, and instead go for side tabs having a few buttons on the sides of your pants that allow adjustment of your waist without ever requiring to wear a belt. I like this look, but some may think of it as “retro style.
Hit Your Week With Darker Color Suits For This Fall
#MotivationalMondays
“Think highly of yourself, because the world takes you at your estimate.” – Unknown
This Fall, never let yourself down at your workplace, and the best way to start is by visiting the color wheel. Any darker colored chino suit during Fall is similar to the draft beer to a red cup. Navy, olive, chocolate brown, charcoal…you’re all ready to go. Whilst wearing light brown/ khaki suits can be viewed as a summer-only color, if done properly, you can don this suit during the fall too. The key in transitioning these suits colors is to pair them with darker shades of shirts and ties.
THREE UNUSUALLY GREAT JACKETS FOR MEN TO EXPERIMENT WITH THIS FALL
Whether you love jackets, sweaters or boots (as accessories), or want to go preppy or edgy, this Fall is the perfect season to experiment with, and succeed in the eyes of your onlookers. They will easily know that your fashion choices aren’t something that’s stereotyped but truly cultivated over the years. Here are three unusually great jackets worth giving out a try this Fall.
The Overcoat:
The power of overcoats during Fall can never be underestimated. Charles, Prince of Wales, definitely understands the power of investing in overcoats that would last for years. He has a penchant for staples that endure and extend beyond outerwear. Therefore, all you need to do is take a cue from one of the most prominent political figures of the world, and invest in a nicely crafted tailored coat and equally premium accessories. The tweed overcoat is definite to add a dash of class and texture to anything you throw at it. It is designed to be anything but stodgy. Plus, its sophisticated slim cut, zip pockets and sharp collar guarantee that it is an outfit go-to for 9-5 and during monotonous weekends.
The Two Tone Tweed Jacket:
The two tweed jacket can effuse an old-school British vibe, but modern Tweed overcoat is refreshing and simply cool. It adds a lot of oomph and sends a strong message that a star is born and soon destined to take over the world by storm. Any overcoat tweed jacket comes with slimline silhouettes, precision cut, and are crafted to cover the last bit of details that hold sway over others.
The two tweed jacket can effuse an old-school British vibe, but modern Tweed overcoat is refreshing and simply cool. It adds a lot of oomph and sends a strong message that a star is born and soon destined to take over the world by storm. Any overcoat tweed jacket comes with slimline silhouettes, precision cut, and are crafted to cover the last bit of details that hold sway over others.
The Utility Jacket:
I am seeing utility jackets everywhere this Fall, therefore experimenting one in a rather super-soft and lightweight fabric is worth the effort. Go for either blue or green hues, but the green would definitely speak to you of soft fall days, and conveys the message that good times are on the way, especially if you’re going through hard times. I love the utility jackets that feature a cropped length and extra stretch for comfort. Plus, the jacket’s utility details are definite to keep your off-duty style right on target.
The Convertible Jacket:
Another popular jacket type, the convertible jacket is an extremely versatile outfit that offers first, warm and wind protection and second, converts easily and quickly from a jacket to a vest conforming readily to the changes in weather conditions. You can generate an instant style statement in 2-in-1 jacket designs. Excellent for layering, its utility details and the sleek ¾ length silhouette make the convertible jacket a quintessential piece this season. I particularly love the wool-blend coat that features a remove fur-look color that lends a European luxe. The collar can be unzipped for an increasingly laid-back appeal. The relaxed fit helps the convertible jacket layer easily on top of whatever you are wearing especially in the evenings. The relaxed fit helps the convertible jacket layer easily over anything you’re wearing.
So what are you waiting for? The jacket is your go-to wear this season. Own one and you own the night in the process!
Sync With Wedding Attendees By Wearing A Dark Classic Suit
#WeddingsByBucco
“In my opinion, the best thing you can do is find someone who loves you for exactly what you are.” – Juno
If you’re an attendee to a wedding, and looking for a bit of semi-formal outfit type, you need to compliment your style with the wedding time and season. Go for simple dark suits; they’re always classy and sync with any age as well as anybody silhouette.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR FOR MY WEDDING – A TUXEDO OR SUIT? CAN YOU GUIDE ME?
Its Friday, Bring Out The Casual Look With A Checkered Shirt & Khaki Pants
#FreestyleFridays
I love the stylish checkered shirt with khaki pants, whilst adding some color into the outfit without looking awkward. While the checkered shirt can don multiple colors in it, the khaki pants will always neutralize the effect. Do tuck in a shirt and accessorize the ensemble with a fine black leather belt and a pair of black shoes.
CHANGE OF FORMAL TO SEMI-CASUAL WORK WEAR – WHAT HAS CHANGED?
Check Out This Vintage Style Slim Fit Blazer Jacket
#ThrowbackThursdays
Here’s a vintage slim fit Suit Blazer Jacket Tux Vest & Trousers with impeccable stitching, beautiful pattern and fine material for a high level of comfort. Both the jacket and the vest are fully lined. The pants come with a synching belt built-in on either side.
Get Contrast When It’s Cold, Team Up Sweaters With Shirts
#WearItWednesday
If you love contrasts, and when the weather gets cold, pair a sweater with a formal shirt lending a semi-formal touch to it. If what you’re wearing is a light-colored shirt, ensure you put on a contrasting dark-colored sweater having a V-neck. If it’s a white shirt, team up with a crimson red sweater; accessorize with a neutral-colored tie. A pair of black or blue chinos will work exceedingly well.
Fabrics That Looks Luxury But Quite Affordable
#TeachingTuesdays
Luxury fibers add a buffer of luxury to more functional and affordable fabrics. Examples include cashmere (a yarn spun from the hair of the cashmere goat), Alpaca, silk and mohair (yarn obtained from the hair of the angora goat). The most luxurious fiber however comes from vicuña (a relative of the alpaca found in the Andes). The extremely soft and warm fibers can only be removed from the animal every few years, so the resultant yarn, as you may know, is quite expensive and softer than fabric made with sheep’s wool.
Start Your Fall Monday With Textured Fabrics
#MotivationalMondays
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”— Mark Twain
Get started this Fall by wearing solid colors in textured fabrics. Tweed, corduroy, woolen knits and even suede or velvet offer you a nice, Fall look and feel. They work superbly with lighter grays or dark solids and other muted hues. As a certain bonus, most of the common fabrics having a conspicuous texture to them are on the thicker scheme of things. These fabrics will keep you warm and cozy on a bitingly chilly day without your having to put on an overcoat on top of your outer wear.