I like a nice tee shirt.
I don't usually wear one with something over it or on it's own but I really enjoy them.
Finding the perfect tee is rather difficult. Most guys go to Target and get the 5 pack for $20 and call it good. Which is fine for under shirts and what have you. Tom Ford does recommend throwing out all your tees and underwear every six months and starting fresh, but what about those tees we are in love with? The one that we would put on before the rest.
Rich In Clothing has succeeded in providing you with just that, but in bulk. The nail has been hit on the head, folks. Your casual tee and your dressy tee are now one and the same.
Ring the bells.
I think higher levels of fashion are gateway drugs.
When it comes to dressing yourself, finding your style, and experimenting with clothing, at least for me has lead to something far different.
Don't get me wrong I love suits. They are and will continue to be the driving part of my wardrobe, but dressing it down, adding tees, trainers, jeans has become a completely different beast for me. Utilizing urban clothing as well as a higher level of fashion broadens the horizons and opens doors for the suited man who is looking to keep his look top notch, but his clothes a little low fi.
It was a half finished night of being slightly intoxicated on the town yesterday by the time I ran into my friend Peter sitting outside of one of many cafés situated around the city. We greet each other in the usual way of a big ass bear hug and start talking about how we have been. I complement him on his look for the evening and decide to snap a few shots. Earlier that day I stumbled across a clothing company named Field Scout and was very inspired by it. As soon as I saw Peter I noticed his look for the evening was reminiscent of what I had seen earlier on Field Scout. A lived in look. An urban man about town style that to some has been lost to the times of brightly colored t shirts with gold lettering that utter some Twitter hash tag or catchy LMFAO lyric, athletic shorts and a snap back.
Keeping true to the age of the greaser that doesn't require bright colors and trend clothing, Peter knows the tricks.
Lately I've been considering adding weekly subcategories of RUDESUIT to not only advance the name and the outlook, but to bring new and exciting things to the blog as well.
Two of which are:
• From Across the Room
A compiled group of photos and websites that caught my eye and peaked my interest. Such as a beautiful woman would from across the floor of the bar. Thus the name.
•Man Dates
My good friend Nick and I are major foodies and enjoy going out and having a fine meal and cocktails. Picking apart our experience, likes, dislikes, and having a good conversation, we thought it would be an interesting thing to add to RUDESUIT seeing as there is so much more to a man than how he dresses. It's about how a man eats, drinks and speaks that make him who he is. Good food and a well mixed cocktail are subjects a man should be very well versed in at all times.
So keep coming back and reading. These new additions will be out in due course.
As I was flipping through the channels earlier today I came across a commercial that stated: "Add color. It will zest up your wardrobe and add some excitement to your life."
Now, to a certain extent I agree. A little color is nice. As for most of it, I say shut the hell up and get off the bandwagon.
These day you can find a grown man wearing brightly colored skinny jeans on any given sidewalk. I understand personal style and the right to modify and make things your own, of course. That's what this blog is about. But, what this blog is also about is influencing the right kinda of wardrobes and showing them to you while worn by "any given sidewalk" men.
You don't need neon colors to stand out. That's standing out in the wrong way.
Like that time you accidentally wore your sisters blouse to school.
Simplicity is what stands out the most in my opinion. Don't go for trends.
If you have a certain look you really enjoy, be it simply a white tee and jeans or a full suit, refine it. Make it your own. Look through this blog and blogs elsewhere to give you suggestions and ideas.
Don't wear what looked cool for the EDM kids 3 years ago.
You're a grown up now.
I don't know about you, but the money that I would have to spend monthly on 5 blade razors every months to keep my facial hair at bay could easily buy your aunt Becky her Venti Green Tea Latte With one pump sugar free vanilla, no foam, microwaved to 305 degrees (because she wants to drink it after her yoga class) with a single shot of eXpresso and sprinkles daily...for at least 3 months.
Luckily enough I do not have a clean shaven face. But, I do have an aunt Becky...
However, for the men that do enjoy a clean shaven face there is luck in this world for you yet.
After watching this commercial you will not only want to buy from this site instantly, but you will wonder how you you could have ever gotten along without this site, end up trying to compensate by buying Elk antlers to hang over your fireplace, pointless amounts of sirloin, smoking a corn cob pipe while preparing breakfast, and wearing your grandfather's flannel.
Luckily that sensation will pass and you will still be receiving excellent razors monthly and returning to RUDESUIT for style insight.
But we approve of flannel, so that part's cool.
(So is everything else. Just in moderation)
Seeing as the cold weather is getting closer and closer I wanted to talk about something a bit more casual for a change and how to apply it to your wardrobe for the coming months.
Now, I know later has always been a key staple in fall/winter fashion, but what I have yet to see make it's way to the light style wise is the layering of multiple sweaters, scarves, shirts, and vests as much as I would like.
This topic is a frequent one with my good friend Nick and I.
If you're looking for an example of what I'm talking about then go out and rent the American version of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. Daniel Craig's character Mikael Blomkvist has what the costume designer for the movie, Rooney Mara, describes as "Very chic, but also very natural and very comfortable. He has a very casual elegance about himself."
As I have stated in articles prior, it is something to strive for that your style looks effortless, but so very well put together to fit your personality.
Modification to already created styles to fit how you feel comfortable is, of course, a style all it's own and that's what RUDESUIT is all about.
For this season I will be applying this look to my own quite often. Using some of my favorite cardigans and cable knit sweaters from J. Crew and some classic blue or crisp white Oxford button downs
A little side note for fall fashion: Don't iron your button downs.
Let Michael Bastian Explain.
When you make the decision to wear your suit jacket without a tie, you decide to do the t shirt thing underneath, or whatever it is, think about your pocket square. A lack of both a tie and a pocket square will portray the wrong kind of underdressed. You want it to look purposeful, not accidental.
When choosing a pocket square stay away from exact colors. If you're wearing a blue shirt then don't wear a solid blue pocket square of the same color.
Try to go out for your comfort zone on this one. Bright, bold, statement colors and patterns. Paisley, floral, polka dot.
These things will not detract from your masculinity. Rather they will give a small push to your style without going overboard.
And don't worry about how it is folded either. That is unless you want to. Even the littlest of things like a pocket square can portray your character.
I was stumbling my way through Tumblr, looking at the menswear tags, among other things that the followers of RUDESUIT and of course myself would be interested in. Clothing obviously, but there is far more to a man's wardrobe than his clothing. It's how a man prepares himself everyday. As for myself and my friends, we like to use Murray's Beeswax pomade. It's cheap, smells good, works well. The only problem with it is that it doesn't wash out quickly. It takes a few washes. It's not a huge deal, but it may be for some.
So in my internet travels I came across this lovely product. If you have viewed this video already then you were just as impressed with this man's knowledge of the iconic classics we all have tried to emulate at one point in time as I was. I know one thing is for certain. I would trust this man with every stand of my hair and I will absolutely be purchasing this product.
Sometimes it is better to steer clear of pattern and use what you have if you are lacking funds or don't know what to look for.
Stick with the essentials.
A white button down will never go out of style. Extremely versatile, and classily fashionable.
See how this is all being done? Unbutton it. A tiny detail. Unconventional, but significant.
Mixed with a white on white pocket square with single line embroidery. Perfectly executed.
Any grey suit will do, but make sure it fits you well, and stick with a slimmer tie. Not a skinny tie. A slimmer tie. Try finding one with a similar, if not the same fabric and color as your suit. It will add a confusing bit of contrast.
Editor in Chief of Esquire Magazine David Granger said:
"I've learned that I want to be distinctive in subtle ways. Like not that many men wear single-breasted, peak lapel jackets, and it's just a nice thing," he said. "It's the little things that set you apart that are important. I don't really believe in big statements."
As the leaves start to change and the weather gets cool, so does your fall wardrobe.
In come the heavier materials, darker colors, scarves, overcoats, boots etc.
If you're like me, then you are very much looking forward to this.
This suit is a great look for the cooler days to come. The grey wool and white combo will always be a classic, but as I have stated before, the boot addition is an excellent alternative to the normal oxford look. The contrast cream button give a subtle detail to the suit that is a must during Fall times when others will be rocking the grey suits as well.
Topped off with a darker shade of grey (please no 50 Shades of Grey jokes) scarf pulls the whole look together.
Tie it as you see or drape it underneath your suit jacket for a Michael Fassbender out of Shame look.
Just slightly less dressy than a button down, but give a subtle sense of ease to a suit. Can easily be worn tucked or untucked.
The simplicity of this whole outfit makes it stand out because the details are in the right places. The houndstooth suit jacket isn't in your face, but makes you look twice. The handkerchief is nothing special, but put with that suit jacket gives a nice contrast.
And of course the plain white polo.
It is a sure fire must in a mans wardrobe because of its versatility.
You're at the office, right?
You're rocking this outfit. You get a text that there is a boat party tonight and you don't have time to go home and change. That's no problem. Lose the suit jacket, roll your pants up a few and whip your socks off (if you're wearing any). Boat attire.
Versatility and "any time" wearability are key thing to think about these days and this look is both.
So lately I've been talking a lot about dressing suits down.
I'm going to continue this because I feel as though there is a lot to be said about making a suit your own with aspects from the casual side of your closet.
If t shirts, no pleats, no ties, or jersey fabric blazers aren't enough, why not wear a sneaker with your suit.
What I'm not talking about is that all white sneaker that your mom wears during the graveyard shift at the hospital. White is cool, but you don't need corrective or butt firming sneaks when you're trying to look sharp.
What I am talking about is a fresh black sneaker (or at least dark), preferably low top, maybe with a contrasted white or other colored sole. Classic New Balance trainers are making a comeback as well. This will add a bout of leisure to a suit that is going to be worn more as a hobby than a job. Finding a classic trainer for cheap isn't an issue either. If you're on a budget you can find them for under $30 on sites like ASOS or ZARA.
All this is at your transgression of course. If you want to throw some Air Yeezys on, then by all means. He did it. But he's Kanye West. I'm sorry, but you are not.
Bottom line philosophy is: If you are aware of your style and how you want to look then you don't have to put much effort in to look good. Thus your outfit looks effortless.
This is a look I can really get behind. Granted I would take some creative liberties when applying this to my personal wardrobe, but still a solid look.
I'm all about slimmer fit pants for suits, casual wear, or whatever, but if you haven't noticed the looser fit making a comeback then you should check it out. That as well as the lack of break in the pant is great. Most often you see guys with so much fabric bunching up at the top of their shoe. Get that tailored up. I don't like anything more than a quarter break, but it's your suit. Do what feels comfortable.
Pleats as well. For quite a while the suits you see on street style blogs are very plain. This is a great way to incorporate some classic suiting into a casual wardrobe without going overboard. The small accents here and there like the keys and the distressed belt bring a great balance to a simple look. Plus I think the low slung sweater is very manly.
Everyone has a fresh t shirt in their drawer. If you don't, you should probably go get a pack.
But, make sure they're not the extreme crew neck. The kind that make you feel like you're being choked by a really weak guy all day. Get a relaxed neck or a v neck.
I'm more of a v neck kind of guy. Then there are always the options of the slouch tees, slub tees, deep v's, and so on. It's a great way to dress down a suit jacket for a night on the town or a good out if all your shirts are at the dry cleaners, and it gives you a casual, yet put together look that I use quite often.
People doubt the versatility of a suit most of the time. They think there is only one way to wear it. These shoes go with this color, that tie will only go with that shirt etc.
It's that kind of thinking that will get you nowhere in the world of style. Of course there a certain exceptions, but style is subjective.
Lately there has been an emergence of a particular look that I am a fan of.
A classic suit put with a pair of rugged work boots.
Now, before you go running to your local Mejier for some $20 Timberland knock offs, hear me out.
We're talking good looking boots. Brass eyelets, a beautiful leather that has been distressed over time. You know. Imagine what kind of boot Steve McQueen would wear as he pulls up to a burning building that has a lone baby trapped inside of it. Minutes pass and you see him jump from the top floor window, baby in tote and a lit cigarette. The cigarette was lit by the flames as he slowly passed through.
Those are the kind of boots I'm talking about.
The possibilities are endless with this look. You can easily dress it down with a t-shirt, or go all out. The choice is up to you. But understand you shouldn't rock your opening Olympics tuxedo with some Red Wings. Know your suit. Know your setting. The Queen would probably prefer you wear your oxfords.
