I have always thought to myself that one day in the future when I have a family and children, I will naturally fall into wearing nothing but suits during the weekdays out of my own decision. For most men it seems to be a hassle to have to wear suits, however for me there is nothing more enjoyable. I would decide on which suit to wear according to the season and what I was doing for the day. The decisions between a fine combed grey woolen suit worn upon a pressed white shirt, with a Prince of Wales check tie and red pocket square, or a thicker gauge two button navy suit upon a white shirt, woven navy tie with silver tie pin, and three pronged pocket square would be ones I would savour. Obviously along with my suits, I would have a whole array of collar pins, tie bars, pocket squares and the like for when appropriate. I would also be sure to wear tailor made hats along with each suit, and indeed I actually plan to buy one in the near future.
I have never been one to wear suits straight off the rail, and I feel that the small alterations made by an experienced tailor really does make the difference between feeling that the suit is not quite right, to being superbly comfortable and just feeling amazing in that suit. This two button black suit is one of my favourite - slim fitting, with the jacket breaking at just the right point, with pockets slanted to mirror the shoulders and nipped slightly at the waist, giving a beautiful silhouette. I did however have to have the sleeves and trouser legs let out and hemmed again to accomodate for my height. I also had the darts on the back of the jacket altered slightly to come in slightly lower down, again as a result of my height.
I decided to wear this suit out for a short walk early this morning. The sky was a brilliant blue with what a landscape painter would describe to be the ideal amount of cloud cover. Upon my white shirt, I opted to wear a grey, white and red tie that belongs to my father, and was actually bought for him by my mother before they were married. I went for a sweater as opposed to wearing my trench coat atop the suit, and it provided just enough warmth for the crisp morning air. Due to the sweater making the look less formal, I decided not to be overly elaborate with the presentation of my red silk pocket square, which is oddly darker than it appears above. Continuing with the vein of red running throughout, I went with red socks on my black brogues.
(An added bonus is that nothing makes you feel better when you are ill than wearing a beautiful suit!)
Currently playing: The Mixed Tape - Jack's Mannequin
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just perfect :)
ReplyDeleteThat looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteYou look smashing. Hardly a thing sexier than a man in a smart suit.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite detail when wearing a suit is a slim tie coupled with a tie clip. Stay Sharp!
ReplyDeleteKiller look! You are the most sophisticated guy around, that's for sure.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely brilliant! I love the little touches of red throughout, especially the red thread on the button.
ReplyDeleteoh goodness. your dress sense just makes my heart want to explode! lol. very hot :D
ReplyDeletei love all the subtle red colouring you've got there.
Thats a proper look right there. Very sharp nice detailing. love the use of red running though out the suit.
ReplyDeleteyou look dashing! amazing outfit!
ReplyDeletelook at you! how handsome!
ReplyDeleteYou look so dashing!
ReplyDeleteSo handsome! I love the touches of red. You should wear a suit for all your walks.
ReplyDeletefully realized! LOVE it.
ReplyDeleteI love love the details! You look sharp!
ReplyDeleteI think it's important for men to wear suits. I like the idea that they like to take care of themselves. You look great.
ReplyDeleteOh you look so wonderful! I think I'm obsessed with those shoes and your blazer. Such a great look. When I study in London next fall, can you tell me all the best places to shop?
ReplyDeleteMost important thing about a suit: the fit. This one fits you amazingly. The fabric seems really great too, especially for winter.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the red details, it's like having a constant structure that's easy to follow.
ps. you made me wanna go find that song and give it a listen.
Why wait until you have a family? Just go for the "suits every day" look if it makes you feel and look so fantastic. :)
ReplyDeleteP.S. I linked you too! Thanks for the exchange.
You look fantastic :D
ReplyDeleteThere really isn't anything better than a man in a suit.
Dapper Kid!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i live for this outfit :o)
ReplyDeleteYou look great! Some people enjoy wearing sweats everyday and some enjoy suits, we should all be free to wear whatever we like! The tie is very chic, your mom has good taste.
ReplyDeleteI love your outfit =) more guys should wear suits on a regular basis! But yea I totally agree with the tailoring haha. If I could afford it, I'd have everything tailored!
ReplyDeleteI must say again, that this generation needs more men like yourself Dapper.
ReplyDeleteThe art of dressing well, and having proper manners and speach has been terribly lost upon this generation, and you are a wonderful example of what to aspire to in those regards.
I also agree about tailoring, especially in America it's seemed to become a lost art. People here are so set on having everything come with ease and the least amount of work possible. It's a lazy nation haha.
Also, wonderful shoes!
love the brocade and the brogues :)
ReplyDeleteahh paisley brocade! you look incredible.
ReplyDeletePerfect! I love this kind of formal!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant. I like the idea of the tailor. Always. That's just the way it goes with a suit.
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping it was a wonderful walk.
Warming up, finally.
Thank you so much for the note.
How tall are you dk?
ReplyDeleteI think my little heart jumped for a second when I opened your blog. I'd blame it on the coffee, but it's all you! You look bloody fantastic!
fabulous, great detail, have a nice weekend!!!
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Look at that brocade!
ReplyDeletemy gawd those shoes are sophisticated. Simply wonderful.
ReplyDeleteIf your dressed to kill on a regular day, id love to see how you dress for a job interview. Employers probably say "screw the resume, you look nice, you smell nice, you have the job!"
great style you have, and you seem intelligent so I guess your just all that and a rack of ribs lol ^_^
Coool outfit!! Love the shoes! :)
ReplyDeleteCoool outfit!! Love the shoes! :)
ReplyDeleteYou look wonderful, dear! Honestly, I wish more men in the U.S. would throw out their terrible sweatpants and football jerseys and opt for fantastic tailoring and suits! My father has always been huge on tailoring, which was nice, but also lead to quite a disappointment in others (aka all the grungy college boys here!).
ReplyDeleteAnyway, you look absolutely impeccable my dear. And I always enjoy your flawless writing :)
mmm!
ReplyDeleteI think i do love you!
link exchange?
This look is so very dapper. They do call you dapper kid for no reason haha.
ReplyDeletean exceptionally chic combination.
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You look wonderful and very swish. The lining of your suit is just supreme! xx
ReplyDeleteOMG DP you look just perfect.
ReplyDeleteSo handsome and stylish.
A winner!!!!
xoxo
Is that blue the silk lining? Really beautiful....
ReplyDeleteoh dear, that is a lovely look. second Susie. that's stunning
ReplyDeletesir - you look beyond amazing,
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That looks fantastic. Great post.
ReplyDeleteYou look perfect! I love men in suits, and I especially love the 'accessories' that come with the suits, like ties or ascots!
ReplyDeletePERFECT
ReplyDeleteLove the red accents- red socks, red stitching red pocket square and stripped tie. Very Clever!
ReplyDeletethe tie are just perfect!
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