My first ever J&B Met. For those of you who have no idea what I'm speaking about, lemme give you a brief explanation. The Met, is pretty much a day at the horse races, It's the place to be seen and the who's who of everything is there. This means lots of parties, with lots … Continue reading The J&B Met
#Fancy Friday in blue, blue and red
It's been tough dressing all fancy like lately. Cape Town is HOT!!! None the less it's #FancyFriday and there are bigger forces at play here. Clearly I was in a very blue grey mood, that's ok, not every day can be a green pants day! The trick today was keeping it simple and neutral so … Continue reading #Fancy Friday in blue, blue and red
#Fancy Friday in coral & navy with skull & crossbows
I've decided we need to start making more of an effort with the outfits we upload on the blog. So, whenever possible, we'll be doing proper pics with some nice details. I had 2 things I wanted to wear today, that coral blazer that's been sitting in my closet for 3 weeks and my new … Continue reading #Fancy Friday in coral & navy with skull & crossbows
Blue, burgundy, skulls & anchors
My heads chopped off. Thought I'de start with the obvious. It's been about 3 weeks since I've worn a blazer...maybe even pants to be honest, but it feels good to be back in what I consider my uniform. The festive season has been good to me, and I stocked up on some new fashion essentials … Continue reading Blue, burgundy, skulls & anchors
Tux and Tee for GQ Style Diary Day 9
Party like a rock star. I've always loved the misuse of a tuxedo jacket. Such a formal item being paired with the most casual of all fashion items the T shirt. The whole thing just says 'I'm here to party!' And, I kinda was, with the silly season upon us it's one drink party after … Continue reading Tux and Tee for GQ Style Diary Day 9
Menswear 101 – Brogues
So, I've decided to add a new section to the blog. Menswear 101. This is a back to basics extension of Dressiquette and Know your patterns posts I've been doing for a while now and it goes hand in hand with my motto of "a well informed man, is a well-dressed man". Ok, that's a … Continue reading Menswear 101 – Brogues
Black & blue – GQ Style Diary Day 3
Another day another outfit. I'm trying to not let the GQ style diary thing influence the way I dress. But I think it is or has, and not in a good way. I'm being quite conservative, and well, what's the point in that! I think it's time to start whipping out some red pants, pocket … Continue reading Black & blue – GQ Style Diary Day 3
Plaid gingham & green – GQ Style Diary Day 1
So, for those who don't know, I was lucky enough to be asked to do a 2 week personal style diary with the guys over at GQ.co.za To quote that crazy cat girl on YouTube, I was nervous and excited at the same time. It's one thing starting this blog and having people coming to you, … Continue reading Plaid gingham & green – GQ Style Diary Day 1
Dressiquete – Sometimes, Always, Never
Tom Ford says, "keep your jacket buttoned. Always. It's just really flattering" and Tom Ford is right, because even though Tom Ford puts on his pants one leg at a time like the rest of us, when his pants are on, he's Tom Ford. So now that we know our jackets should always be buttoned, … Continue reading Dressiquete – Sometimes, Always, Never
Denim bow tie and blue suede shoes
Denim? Good. Gingham? Good. Suede? Good. I really enjoyed this outfit. It fits slap bang in with my modern day gentleman kinda style. The denim bow tie is lot's of fun because it takes it something you associate with mega formal and makes it the most casual thing ever. The micro gingham in purple makes … Continue reading Denim bow tie and blue suede shoes