WDIWT...12/11/13

Layered up big time today, v-neck sweater, blazer and a topcoat. It felt bulky but it kept me warm which is the important part. The pocket square in the topcoat isn't necessary but I felt that it was a nice touch. I've seen it done by a few of my friends as well.

Apparently I wasn't the only one with this idea of layering today. One of my co-workers did the same thing today, denim, v-neck sweater, blazer and a topcoat. The difference; all black but the v-neck. Granted much like me, we both spent most of the day out of the topcoat. Some ideas in menswear do translate into both genders. Additionally these boots have received a lot of wear lately for two reasons. One, the boot itself, sleek wingtip in brown leather and two the rubber soles. The best $40 I have spent.

Details:
Topcoat: J. Crew Thompson Camel via J. Crew Factory Store-$115 plus $25 in alterations (Sleeves)
Jacket/Blazer: Michael Andrews Bespoke Charcoal part of a 3 piece suit via Michael Andrews Bespoke-$$$
Sweater: Polo Light Gray V-Neck Sweater via Gift-Gift
Shirt: Stafford White/Navy Gingham L/S Dress Shirt via JC Penney-$8
Pocket Square (blazer): Michael Andrews Bespoke White/Purple Gingham via Michael Andrews Bespoke Sample Sale-$10
Pocket Square (topcoat): George White Cotton via Walmart-$3 for a pack of 6
Jeans: Gap 1969 Dark Denim via Gap-$45
Shoes: Stafford Camlin Brown Wingtip via JC Penney-$40

WDIW...Yesterday 10/13/13

Had a great weekend overall! Yesterday I hung out with my NikeTalk brother and friend Adrian and we hit up a couple of thrift spots that he frequents. Definitely have to say that I found some great items (pictures of that tomorrow) but in short I found a $700 Brooks Brothers BrooksStorm jacket for $25 and a Bespoke overcoat that was hardly worn if ever, for $12.50. This guy had to spend at least a grand on it at some point I'm sure.

Nonetheless, we met up and met up with a friend of ours who works at Nordstrom, G. Gotta try and get one of those pictures sent to me by Adrian, I'll update the entry then as well. We didn't call each other but essentially we both wore tweed jackets, gingham shirts and denim. Good thing I didn't wear my double monks, I did think about wearing them though.

Details:
Jacket: J. Crew Navy Tweed with Elbow Patches via J. Crew Factory Store-$118
Shirt: Stafford White/Brown Gingham L/S Dress Shirt via JCP-$8
Pocket Square: George White Cotton Pocket Square via Walmart-$3 for a pack of 6
Pants: Old Navy "Slim Fit" via Old Navy-$2.50
Shoes: Church's Custom Grade Tassel Loafers via Adrian-$75

WDIWT...10/9/13

I'm usually pretty satisfied with what I wear if not I wouldn't wear it but today I really, really liked the combination that I ended up putting together. I'm not trying to toot my own horn but as this was not what I originally intended to wear, the last minute change is one that worked out better than the original outfit planned. I originally was going to wear the full suit (matching pants to the jacket), same shirt, possibly a solid navy tie and my Meermin double monks. My wife and I usually have our clothes set out for the week during the weekend in order to minimize the time it takes to get ready.

Come the morning I really didn't feel like fully suiting up or moving stacks of boxes and getting the double monks plus putting on the tongue pads I've had lying there for them. Ultimately, laziness won and in a good way I think. Jeans and brown suede chukka boots replaced the suit pants and double monks that were planned, making for still a dressy yet casual look. I've gotten more compliments on this look today than the times I've worn a suit.

Details:
Jacket: Indochino Brown Tweed Jacket (part of a 3 piece suit) via Indochino-$449 (for full 3 piece)
Shirt: Michael Andrews Bespoke White/Navy/Brown Windowpane L/S Dress Shirt via Michael Andrews Bespoke-Free with Recent Michael Andrews Bespoke suit order; usually $210
Pocket Square: George White Cotton Pocket Square via Walmart-$3 for pack of 6
Lapel Pin: Macy's Red Dress Women's Heart Awareness Pin via Gift from a Student Last Year
Jeans: Old Navy "Slim" Fit via Old Navy-$2.50
Shoes: Banana Republic Brown Suede Chukka Boots via Banana Republic Factory Store-$38

WDIWT...9/9/13

First full week back with our students! Not going to lie I really didn't have any desire for wearing a tie today so I went sans tie while still going with a full 3-piece. I've seen it done before and have always liked the look although some may find it "counter intuitive" to wear a 3 piece suit without a tie. Regardless, I like how it looked and already got compliments on it before our first class even starts. I will also be attempting to demonstrate the versatility of a 3 piece navy suit throughout the course of this week.

P.S. The weather in NYC is going to be all over the place this week. Today mid 40s in the morning with a high of 71, tomorrow low 80s, Wednesday 90 and thunderstorms and humidity I might add, Thursday 80 again, Friday high 60s to low 70s...fun.

Details:
Suit: Indochino Navy Essential 3-Piece Suit via Indochino-$449 plus alterations
Shirt: Polo by Ralph Lauren White/Navy L/S Dress Shirt via Adrian-$7 (same shirt as Friday)
Cufflinks: Navy Blue Oval Cufflinks via Swapmeet-Gift from Dad ($3)
Watch: Kenneth Cole Slim Quartz Stainless Steel Watch via Disney Wonder Gift Shop-Gift
Pocket Square: George White Cotton Pocket Square via Walmart-$3 for a pack of 6
Shoes: Florsheim Imperial Brown Cognac Wingtips via Florsheim-Gift

WDIWT...7/30/13

Went shopping today for wifey's anniversary gift and since she reads this I won't post what it is just yet...lol. Haven't felt in the mood to "dress up" much lately until today and I'm glad I did, definitely felt better. Nonetheless, still kept it simple.

Details:
Blazer/Jacket: Stafford Prep Navy Cotton Unstructured Blazer/Jacket via JCP-$27
Shirt: Ax[I]st beige/white/blue L/S dress shirt via Marshalls-$10 (2 years ago, like the shirt, brand never heard of)
Jeans: Old Navy "Slim Fit" Jeans via Old Navy-$2.50
Pocket Square: George White 100% Cotton hanky via Walmart-$3 for pack of 6
Shoes: Florsheim Imperial Cognac Wingtips via eBay-$25

WDIWT...6/18/13

It's humid, it's gray and it's supposed to rain, so I tried to go with something that was going to let me breathe but still something that wouldn't necessarily make me feel exposed to the rain once it came down. Therefore I went with jeans, a cotton button down and unstructured cotton blazer. Plus people asked for closer pictures here's my first attempt.

Details:
Blazer: Gap Olive Green Unstructured Cotton via Gap Factory Store-$35
Shirt: Chaps Blue/White/Yellow/Light Blue Multi-Strip L/S Dress Shirt via Marshall's-$10 or $15
Pocket Square: George White 100% Cotton Hanky via Walmart-$3 for a pack of 6
Jeans: American Rag Slim via Macy's-$7.50
Shoes: Florsheim Imperial Cognac Wingtips via eBay-$25 or $35

All Together Now!

WDIWT 5/5/13...This Blazer Needs Some Work

Another nice day in New York but the sun is deceiving as it's in the mid to high 60's. I didn't know what to wear so stuck with blues, a light navy chino and light blue shirt. I added some color through the olive cotton blazer, which after looking at the pictures needs some decent tailoring. I priorly filled out the blazer a lot more, which I guess shows I've dropped some weight. I need to get it taken in so that it gives some better draping. Sleeves are too long but the jacket has functioning buttonholes, so we'll see about that one.

Details:
Blazer: Gap Olive Cotton Blazer via Gap Factory -$35
Shirt: BCBG Light Blue/Navy Microdot L/S shirt via Nordstrom Rack-$15?
Trousers: H&M Navy Chinos via H&M-$7.50
Pocket Square: George White Cotton via Walmart-$3 for a pack of 6
Shoes: Vintage Florsheim Loafers via eBay-$25
Total:$85.50