Man in Black

March 12, 2015

Todays sleek, sharp city cocktail look is simple and yet sophisticated. Monochromatic with a smidgen of white (pocket square and polka dot in the shirt) to give a point of difference to plain black on black.

Wil Valor super 150's 2 button suit, Bespoke shirts black and white polka dot shirt, G&L Handmade black brogues, Country Road socks and pocket square.

Tip: texture will create depth in a monochromatic look.

Product list

www.wilvalor.com

www.bespokeshirts.com.au

www.gandlhandmade.com

www.countryroad.com.au

Midweek Midtown

March 11, 2015

Business casual blues for humpday. MJ Bale shawl collar blazer, silk printed pocket square, contrast stitch shirt and cropped cotton chinos. Aquila navy plait belt and navy suede loafers. Exchange the white shirt for a crisp navy shirt for a sharp evening look.

Tip: the pocket square does not match, it coordinates by having just a touch of blue in the print.

Product list

www.mjbale.com

www.aquila.com.au

Metro Casual

March 10, 2015

Classic 'go to' combination of black and white is perfect for a casual metro meeting. Sydney designers Jac & Jack have these super reliable casual staples in their current collection and the brogues are from Aquila.

Tip: roll your trousers just enough to show off your ankles for a more casual vibe.

Product list

www.jacandjack.com

www.aquila.com

New Lux Tux

March 9, 2015

Midnight is the new black. Take midnight blue for a spin for a fresh take on black tie events. Match your long tie or bow tie with your lapel width and finish off the ensemble with patent of velvet shoes. MJ Bale suit, Aquila shoes, shirt by Bespoke shirts, tie and square by Oxford shop.

Tip: even if you have a ‘rugged lumberjack look’ going on, be sure to tidy up your grooming to honour the dress code.

Product list

www.mjbale.com

www.aquila.com

www.bespokeshirts.com.au

www.oxfordshop.com.au

Art & About

March 5, 2015

Shot this creative 'event look' at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney. Navy with black window pane check bespoke suit by Wil Valor, bespoke shirt by Ganton, Vivienne Westwood velvet slippers, Persol sunglasses, vintage black onyx ring and Wil Valor silk butterfly lapel. This ensemble would be perfect for a cocktail event or special occasion.

Tip: When designing or purchasing a suit, try side tab adjustment instead of belt loops. You don't have to try and coordinate a belt to your shoes if you have these.

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