Spring Must Have

As we move further into spring, there are some “Must Have” items that help you put your ensemble together easily.  These items can be combined with multiple outfits and give you flexibility with your look.   Below are essential spring clothing that can get you going: 

 

Henley Shirts are popular right now because they are spring appropriate but also comfortable.  H&M has some really great ones that are affordable (See link)

 

Have to give Credit to GQ for this look.  You need a slim fit jacket for the spring because it has that cool factor that you need.  it also works when you’re going for a casual or formal look. Express has some that work well with the Henley shirts.  Those can get pricey but look at it like an investment.  Other options are thrift stores.  Express always has a sale going on so just wait or find a coupon. (See link )

 

 

Casual check shirts are also in season.  The shirt gives you a casual look and they come in a variety of colors.   H&M has these also and they are affordable. (See link)

 Converse shoes are very classic and vintage.  10 years from now they will still be cool.  Combine that with a simple t-shirt and shorts…..and you’re good to go. (See link)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A night Out

So you have been invited to party and its a formal event but you don’t know where to even begin. Fear not, i have a few pointers.  You want to look your best without standing out.  You want to be formal but also comfortable so i suggest you lose the tie.  By doing that you get to be relaxed, loose and ready to have some fun.

The second thing i suggest is get a blazer, jacket or sports coat……preferably in blue or any other color .  If you don’t have any and you don’t want to buy one, wear what you have as long as the colors or lack thereof – match. Your pants should be toned down. You can do a cream, beige or brown pants.

 

As you can see the pink shirt complements the blue jacket and the pocket square stands out.  For good measure, i got  the loafers to match the jacket.  Only for good measure….you don’t have to do that.  Black loafers will do just fine or better yet brown loafers with a brown belt.  Now you good to ……..

 

Jacket – Macy’s

Pocket Square – Nordstrom Rack

Shirt – Nordrom Rack

Pants – Thrift Store

Shoes – Thrift Store

Spring Trends – Shorts

One of my favorite spring trends are shorts.  They are comfortable yet easy to style and they come in different COLORS!  Here are a few of my favorite looks:

 

 

Here is my take on the look:

A light sweater can be worn with shorts.  If it’s a night on the town and you feel under dressed, replace the sweater with a simple t-shirt and add a jacket to the mix and you’re cool, calm and collected.

If you’re out and about during the day, a polo shirt will suffice.  Matter of fact, you’re covered at night as well.  Say you’re going to handle business, run errands or a picnic – you’re good to go.  I don’t have a picture of me wearing a polo shirt but let your imagination run wild…….visualize it and wear it with confidence.

 

 

 

Shorts (both colors) – Kohl’s

T-Shirt – H&M

Sweater – Express (similar)

Jacket – Zara

Shoes – Zara

 

 

Spring is Here!!

 

Spring time is here yay!!!!! So it’s no longer freezing, the sun is out but it gets cool at night so you need that transition piece for the changing weather.  Spring time is full of both outdoor and indoor activities.  There are picnics, BBQ (Noyas Wings) baseball, NBA playoffs, etc……  Say you decide you’re going for a daytime ball game or BBQ, you need something light and comfortable hence the T-shirt and jeans

As the weather cools off at night, put on a light jacket that compliments what you’re already wearing and voila!! You’re ready for the NBA playoffs with the wonderful Mrs!!

 

At these games you never know who you’re going to run into……..in my case it was Dominic Rhodes, the super bowl winning running back of the Indianapolis colts!!

 

Enjoy the spring!!

T-Shirt – H&M

Jeans – Trift Store

Jacket – Zara

Boots- Kenneth Cole

Watch – Diesel (vintage)

The Art of the Vest

The vest for me is a safety net.  I usually have those days when i don’t feel like wearing a suit or blazer but i still want to keep that formal look.  The looks says you’re serious, you’re professional but you’re not up tight.  It says you’re willing to get down and dirty and get the job done.  The vest over the past year has been in and out but it has not lost it’s luster.  It’s a classic look, it’s timeless and it’s all about how you style it.  

Have i mentioned that the vest is very versatile? You can wear it formally or casually with a pair of jeans if your out on the town. Roll up your sleeves, get a tie or bow tie that says i took out time to get dressed but i also want to have some fun.

Vests are also made in different materials and the denim vest is my personal favorite.  Picture wearing it with a pair of khakis, loose the tie, add a pocket square and your ready for dinner or better yet, salsa dancing.

 

 

Denim With Colors

Blue denim shirts are not as restrictive as you think……….matter of fact, they are quite the opposite.  Think of the denim as a blank canvas, add colorful accessories to compliment it and you’re good to go.  Those accessories come in the form of bow ties,hats or even a waist coat.  If you’re bold, add colorful pants.  If you’re not there yet, stick to what your comfortable in.

 

 

Shirt – Kohls (similar H&M)

Pants – Express (similar H&M)

Shoes – Zara

Bow Tie – TMLewin (similar The Tie Bar)

Hat –  ℅ a friend