Vintage garments have a way of pervading the styles of today. A yesteryear piece, like a plaid suit can look modern with just a few unique touches added, while still paying due respect to the culture that bred it. It may have been 40 years ago that the wall street bankers wore this type of suit, but the associated success and affluence never dies.
I'll do a few more outfits with this suit so you guys can get a better idea of how it can be worn without looking like you fingered through your Grandpa's closet in desperation.
The suit is a classic brown, grey and maroon plaid 2 piece by Evan Picone. The shirt is by Sisley, with turquoise paisleys, on a bright white base. The tie is a deep blue, with gold emblems, and is made by Pierre Cardin.
Only buttoning the top button is my favorite way of wearing a 2 button suit. Buttoning both causes the jacket to get stuck in a boxy shape, and can play down your triangular posture.
Also note, the pants are hemmed high enough to prevent them from dragging, or ruffling excessively.
During these rainy days, wear something that can absorb rain and not look dirty or battered, especially if you have to walk in the dense city, where puddles and cars make it hard to stay dry.
There really is not a need to wear a jacket unbuttoned unless you're at your desk. The jacket's drape is correct when it's buttoned, so it will always looks its best in that way.
Wearing 4 textures next to eachother seems questionable, but when done properly, it flows seamlessly. The white handkerchief picks up the white in the shirt, while the gold tie stay captures the pattern of the tie, and the shirt's light green complements the brown in the jacket.
The benefit from a suit that has a mellow pattern is that as one gets closer, the suit gains more and more depth. Up close, the 3 colors are intriguing.
When wearing a tie stay, match it to your other accessories, such as your watch or your belt buckle. Pull the tie up a little from the stay to make it puff out a bit at the top, and wear at the bottom of the breastbone. The location can vary though, depending on the width of your tie. A tie stay is a great way to complete a shirt and slacks, for a variety of reasons, of which I think you can figure out.
I love these leather cap-toe shoes. They are made by the Bostonian, and have leather soles, which makes them feel sturdy. The are also a very rich color of brown, which works well with various garment combinations.
Without looking overstated, the brown suit looks complete and confident, and in touch with the seasons.
Do you have the brands of the shirt, tie, and suit?
ReplyDeleteReally like the look.
-Cheers.