The Pantalones

April 27, 2012

WIWT(Y) - This was a Spring kit for sure. My white Incotex trousers finally came back from the tailor, and they fit perfectly. Up top you’ll find a light-weight wool blazer, oxford cloth spread collar, silk pocket square, and silk tie. I’m not usually one for such intricately patterned ties, but I took a leap of faith with this one. I was happy, to say the least. After being dropped, Amy’s lens was doing some weird stuff, but some of the slightly out of focus shots came out looking fantastic.

9:15am | URL: http://tmblr.co/ZDbwEyKPzWGZ

(Notes: 35)

April 18, 2012

Linen striped shirt | Linen floral square (Taken with instagram)

12:26pm | URL: http://tmblr.co/ZDbwEyJtHYyV

(Notes: 17)

Filed under: Menswear WIWT

April 14, 2012

Today felt like the right day to bust out the salmon for the first time this year. (Taken with instagram)

5:19pm | URL: http://tmblr.co/ZDbwEyJfyshz

(Notes: 27)

Filed under: Menswear WIWT

April 11, 2012

WIWT - We get casual b.

If you’re going to go untucked with your spread collar button-up, make sure it doesn’t look sloppy or blimpish. That means a tailored body, slim arms, and the right length (you can see the bottom button hitting just above my belt buckle). Photos by the lovely Amy Shusta.

12:54am | URL: http://tmblr.co/ZDbwEyJSLZbu

(Notes: 27)

Filed under: Menswear WIWT TCNJ Shirt Commonwealth Proper Loake

March 30, 2012

WIWT(Y) - I recently acquired this vintage YSL, four on two, double breasted blazer, and I’ve been wearing the hell out of it ever since. Given the weather, I threw on a linen shirt and silk knit tie under it, stuffed a silk pocket square in the pocket, and called it a day. I absolutely love this kit, and you’ll be seeing a lot more like it as the season progresses. Photos by the lovely Amy Shusta.

9:04am | URL: http://tmblr.co/ZDbwEyIo78xP

(Notes: 59)

Filed under: Menswear WIWT TCNJ

March 27, 2012

WIWT - This was the perfect spring afternoon, and my kit features some pieces classic to this kind of weather. I was on top of my Philadelphia threads game, sporting both a Commonwealth Proper bespoke shirt and unlined Irish linen tie. I was a little hesitant when pairing this shirt and tie because of the similar shade, but the subtle difference in texture and pattern worked beautifully. I really liked this kit a lot and will be going to a lot of similar options for the warmer weather. As always, photos taken by the lovely Amy Shusta.

8:43pm | URL: http://tmblr.co/ZDbwEyIgIZqm

(Notes: 26)

Filed under: Menswear WIWT TCNJ Linen Suede Bespoke Commonwealth Proper

March 22, 2012

There’s a lot of talk about who makes the best tee in the menswear game. Some people are high fashion believers and go with A. Wang. Some swear by the basic Hanes v-neck. I will testify right now on behalf of Commonwealth Proper’s 1950 Tee. I snagged one yesterday, and this is, without a doubt, the greatest t-shirt I have ever owned. Here’s what it’s all about:

We deconstructed a vintage 1950s Tshirt and improved it to create a modern classic. Hi-cap sleeves that fall to just the right length, banded neckline and a tailored body. Enzyme washed for unparalleled comfort. The perfect summer T.

Proudly made by hand in the USA.

Killed it with khaki chinos, brown penny loafers, and aviators today. A summer t-shirt is a must have essential. In this case, CMMP has your back.

9:11pm | URL: http://tmblr.co/ZDbwEyIPrdWn

(Notes: 4)

Filed under: Menswear WIWT Commonwealth Proper T Shirt

March 14, 2012

WIWT - I had to give in and ditch any sort of jacket today. It was just so nice. Most of the time when someone wears just a shirt and pants, the kit seems kind of sloppy and uninspired. However, if you have a well constructed shirt that fits you perfectly, with an interesting fabric, it can be even more striking than a blazer. I have a couple of shirts that fit me extremely well that I can’t wait to just pop on this Spring and Summer. This is one of them, and I’m actually kind of obsessed with this fabric. It’s incredible. I also slapped on my new tassel loafers. Just because this kit is simple and casual, doesn’t mean it has to lose its integrity and cohesiveness.

8:24pm | URL: http://tmblr.co/ZDbwEyH-PePz

(Notes: 32)

Filed under: Menswear WIWT TCNJ Shirt Loafers

March 13, 2012