Showing posts with label layering. Show all posts
Showing posts with label layering. Show all posts

3.14.2012

Men's Fashion Tips: The Look Of Layering

Walk down Fifth Avenue, Rodeo Drive or Bloor Street and I can guarantee you that there is one common trend amongst men - everyone one is layering. 

The bottom line is the smarter you layer, the smarter you look. So follow these simple steps and you will get noticed... that I can ensure.

Lighter Clothes First
Remember that t-shirt lying in the back of your closet. Grab that first.

Build The Layers
Next, choose a sweater that is light in material or a fitted dress shirt and layer it overtop of the t-shirt. Just make sure that your lighter pieces are put under your heavier ones. 

Add Color & Patterns
Try to branch out and add a pop of color to your ensemble - you have a whole palate to work from. Mix in a checked shirt rather than a plain white one, or a herringbone blazer instead of basic black. By mixing and matching colors and patterns, it will give you a masculine yet chic look.  

Spice Up Your Look
Accessorize your outfit by adding a great patterned tie or an awesome wool scarf to your ensemble. You could even add in a simple leather belt, a funky shoe, or a dark pair of jeans to complete your look. 

Choose The Right Materials
In order to stay comfortable and not ridiculously sweaty in your layered look, it is imperative that you choose the appropriate materials. Cotton and chambray in the warmer summer months, and wool, knits and cashmere in the wintertime. 

Now go on - try it!





















3.02.2012

STACK EM'




I am without a doubt a bracelet girl. I love stacking them, piling them and loading my arms with all sorts of pretty trinkets. Maybe it is because you can mix and match so easily to get an effortlessly fashionable look, or that for a girl who is always running out the door {me}, they are easy to slip on and run. Either way, stacking is my current obsession. 

Everywhere you look now a day, fashion bloggers, models, friends, moms, and co-workers are all sporting a plethora of bracelets. From bangle, to chains, to watches, and rope - the looks you can create are endless.  My choice for stacking?  I love to mix different colors, metals and textures together and pair my chunky bangles with delicate finds.  

What's your favorite combination?








Mixed Metals


Vintage Inspired


Watch + Bangles 


Rocking The Spikes 


Love This Simple, Yet Fashionable Stack



Business Appropriate 


Right On Trend


Casual-Cool


Super Hip


Friendship Bracelet Inspired


Leather, Metals & Gold = Perfection 


Totally Amazing 


Obsessed With This Look


Understated Chic


Rockin' Roll