#WearItWednesday
Dressing down a suit doesn’t get any simpler than pairing with a t-shirt. Pick a decent tee in your arsenal. Solid neutral colors are the top choice, but don’t ditch more unexpected contrasting color combinations and upscale graphic t-shirts. If you’re adopting the t-shirt kind of casual, you can also include edge with nicely-chosen accessories.
CHANGE OF FORMAL TO SEMI-CASUAL WORK WEAR – WHAT HAS CHANGED?
#TeachingTuesdays
What’s the “break”?
The break is the fold or creasing of the fabric where your pant leg meets your shoe. There’s only a thin line that differentiates no-break well-fitting pair of pants from ones that are too short. Therefore, make sure you have a reliable tailor at hand to alter your dress pants. And again, go for more conservative colors like navy, grey or camel. If you do wear more colored pants, ensure they’re suitably muted.
#MotivationalMondays
“Clarity, clarity, surely clarity is the most beautiful thing in the world, A limited, limiting clarity I have not and never did have any motive of poetry But to achieve clarity.“
–George Oppen
Now, let’s face it, clothing is success. Are your outfits attracting or repelling clarity? Talking about clarity in dressing professionally at the workplace, I recommend a charcoal gray and a medium gray color suit if you are in your 40’s. For younger men, I recommend they add a lighter shade or go with a black or navy blazer or a patterned sports coat.
It is easy to throw on whatever pants you feel on a normal day. Dress code, any? The real challenge for a man of course is wearing trousers at the workplace that will also keep him cool whilst also looking professional. Here quality of fabric with the appropriate cut and color coordination must be balanced to avoid any fashion horrors at the office. Finding pants that are durable, yet affordable to withstand the wear and tear of everyday use, is a tall order of sort. I’ve have handpicked some of my favorite pants for you this summer. Do write to me if you aren’t able to find the right pant that could pack a punch.
If you’re looking to drive down costs to a bare minimum with a mix of wool and polyester, then this is it. The cut and breathability of these everyday pants is a welcome alternative to sticky pants on the hottest of days. The good thing is that they fit the bill during the rains too, and the better part is they are tagged at a fraction of the price of regular fiber pants.
Subject this pair of chinos to a proprietary pre-wash treatment, and the result is a slight nap that provides a softer feel perfect for company board meeting as much as after work cocktails. They may carry the name ‘Chino’ on them, but they are great for professional networking at any level of the corporate rung.
These pants feature 100% wool for an extra layer of comfort, understated cuffs and offset button closure for a strikingly professional look. The pleats offer them a fuller look that is more powerful than their comfort level. It is extremely breathable even when you’re sweating inside out.
Breathable linen fabric can be the lightest in nature, may be next to the skin. Built to be worn sans a jacket, they give one the perfect look for going out on a boat minus socks.
This pair of chinos comes with fine stripes lending a narrowing appearance for a comfy, roomy legs looking crafted nicely for business. Cotton-line mix, the chino pants is the perfect balance of work and play.
The black-on-black floral pattern is inconspicuous, but that is what differentiates these pants from other pair of dark slacks available in the marketplace. The vibe is quite frisky up close, but the underlying effect is nothing short of business.
Cotton and Elastine blend goes into this stretch pant that you will have no reservations about wearing it even at a professional event. The pant is quite roomy when you need the most.
#WeddingsByBucco
“It’s amazing how one day someone walks into your life, and you cannot remember how you ever lived without them.” – Unknown
Not surprisingly (I’m serious!), this wool-silk and linen blend suit against an ocean backdrop is a gem of a wedding suit. If you’re throwing or attending a wedding by the beach, this light blue style is a default choice.
#FreestyleFridays
Oh my surprises of surprises! These super-lightweight linen pants come with a comfy & relaxed fit and elastic ankles—or put simply, they’re ideally suited for travel. Bring them on your tour to throw on for dinner when it gets ‘icy’ by the beach.
PARTYING IN SUMMER ISN’T THE THING. BUT WHAT YOU WEAR DOES MATTER?
#ThrowbackThursdays
The infamous Zoot Suit surprisingly took the inner city youth by storm, especially those in bright colors, loose pants and long jackets that modelled the bold 40s fashion men style statement of the later 40s.
#WearItWednesday
You receive a ‘surprise’ fancy invitation to a formal event, but you decide to dress it down to keep it semi-casual. Any option? I recommend any Chino pant that blends a sleek, tailored look with the comfy of four-way stretch, in addition to quick drying and moisture- wicking features.
CHANGE OF FORMAL TO SEMI-CASUAL WORK WEAR – WHAT HAS CHANGED?
#TeachingTuesdays
Cheap suits are associated with flimsy shiny plastic buttons that are easily broken or lost during a particularly eventful day. While you’re at the tailor anyway, replace the cheap buttons with genuine horn. Simple but worth the effort!
Pros & Cons of Measurement Apps Versus getting measured by a Professional
#MotivationalMondays
“Expect nothing. Live frugally on surprise.” –Alice Walker
Do we really need to live frugally on surprise? And that’s the question that will carry all of us throughout this week. Why not surprise onlookers with a simple two-button suit, your wardrobe workhorse? This classy silhouette can be dressed up for marriages or dressed down for the workplaces. It’s an all-in-all option! Looking to get one? Ensure it is navy in mid-weight fabric, as this is the most refined and adaptable option.
#WeddingsByBucco
“Happy marriages begin when we marry the ones we love, and they blossom when we love the ones we marry.” –Tom Mullen
Coming back to life means enjoying the truly joyous moments of life through love. I love a linen suit for a summer wedding but the style above is somewhat striking. Accessorize with slip-on loafers or white sneakers for a casual but sophisticated look.
#FreestyleFridays
It doesn’t get more casual than the vertical stripe. It is a great way to play around with prints. Secondly, it can make you look taller and trimmer (and that’s a bonus). Go for styles with stripes with varying width. Or simply settle down with classic stripes or even seersuckers, if you’d like to keep things subtle.
CHANGE OF FORMAL TO SEMI-CASUAL WORK WEAR – WHAT HAS CHANGED?
