Sunday, February 12, 2012

Mark McNairy Yellow Sole Suede Loafers




Right now this loafers are a must have for myself. The thing I dig the most about it is the fact the sole is that bright yellow, so its casual but still makes strong statement. Mark McNairy always hits the bullseye when it comes to his designs and creativity....D0PE


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Saturday, February 11, 2012

The Change Up: Alteration to Fit




Changing up your style is not hard at all. First you have to know and have an idea about how you want your style to change. Some basic and classic pieces to purchase for you newly found wardrobe are white, black, and light blue solid oxford shirt, navy, black, and grey suit, black and brown shoes. This is just a start. With this pieces you can create many different looks by mixing and matching. If you want to jump right in to creativity though, you can play with different patterns and prints. Shirt patterns including Gingham and pinstripe and with suits Window pane, Glen Plaid, Prince of Wales patterns, etc. Check out different blogs and photos to get some influences on what you are trying to do. You have to be confident in yourself also. My advice would be to find out your true size. This is a key factor in changing things up. You have to know not to buy things too little, nor too big. Fit is everything, especially nowadays. From the fit of your shirt to the size of your shoes. All ready to wear piece will need a little alteration. The way I changed my size was I just started buying my true size with it comes to my clothing. As expressed earlier knowing your size is vital. I started getting all my pants altered. I get a hem and 28 inchs, and a tape of 7 1/2. For the most part my jackets fit the way I like so they rarely need alterations. It is about trail and error. You have to find what works for you and what doesn't.


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No other word to say but D0PE


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Business Casual, After Hours



Shawl Collar cardigans were a big hit this winter season. Most Menswear designers had at least one form of this piece in their collections. And this photo display the perfect way to sport it to the office and still be able to hang out right after work. This is a super D0PE cable knot shawl collar cardigan. Paired with a solid oxford shirt or a clean patterned shirt, tie, fited trousers and nice shoes, Perfection. Once you leave the office you can take the tie off or keep it on and it is straight to a night out with the fellas chasing women and a good time....D0PE


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Two Suits



Two suits, similar fits.. I love both looks because they represent different color schemes as well as two different personalities. The grey suits looks as tho it is a 3 button suit, which is somewhat frowned apon in menswear, but I believe if done right it can be super D0PE as such in this photo. The other gentleman gave his look a little more attitude with the glasses, and that he is wearing brown shoes with a black suit which is D0PE. Its something about wearing a suit with no socks that gives it a more modern feel. Great looks for summer....D0PE


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Stripes



I'm digging the stripe shirt. I definitely like the way it has been paired with the slim fit suit. Putting a beanie with a fitted suit always gives it a young, edgy feel to it.. Honestly the first thing I think of is Nylon Magazine which says a lot about that Magazine, on how seeing a certain look no matter where you see it can make you think about them...D0PE

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Colors, Prints, & Patterns



The things that stood out to me the most were the colors and prints. I love how they were captured to amaze our eyes and the fact that none of the colors or prints clash. The scarf is definitely D0PE and can be put with just about anything and make it stand out. I can see a gentleman wearing the scarf with a navy, tailored suit with a white shirt. The jacket the gentleman in the middle has on is crazy with colors and print. Its a well put together play on the classic camo print with color. The last gentleman with the patterned blazer, printed pocket square, and the striped scarf is bananas....D0PE


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