Alright, Cpt. Chardonay, apologies on the delay. Lets get to it.
So before I get into specifics, I’ll touch upon my overarching principles/themes. Having these for seasons makes decisions a lot easier.
-For everyday essentials (coats, boots, gloves, belts, hats, etc) I stick with earthy tones. I’m not a big black guy aside from your standard black V-Neck t shirt.
-For tops, I stick with solid colors to match the mood of the season (dark red, navy, off white, cream, machine grey)
-For top types and fabrics, its simple, I want to project warmth. One because I want to be warm and two because warm fabrics can be very soft which girls love. Types include thermal V-Necks Henley’s & pure cotton henley’s, Irish Fisherman Knits (V-Neck), Thick Flannel shirts (1-3 is all you should ever need), Fitted cardigans, thin cashmere sweaters, and of course your button downs which I stick to subtle patterns/prints. Everything in the winter should be more “understated”. And most importantly on this topic, don’t sleep on thick fabrics if you can pull it off. If nothing else if you can nail fabric, fit, and “feel” it will all come together for you.
-If you’re going to do flannel, it better be a very quality piece, otherwise people will suspect you of being lumbersexual.
-The biggest takeaway is layers. All my outerwear purchases keep in mind that I’m going to be wearing something underneath and good contrast between the two when I enter a room makes a VERY good first impression.
Jackets
The first one you chose is on point. The rule of thumb for Peacoats is for the hem (bottom) to go to mid thigh at least. Anything higher like right at the waist and you look like a college sophomore that just discovered peacoats get you compliments from teenage girls. Yours is very stylish but I’m not sure its an everyday peacoat as it suggests high fashion. Bit of semantics so lets not get stuck in the weeds. Lastly, if you can pull it off, double breasted coats have a timeless look to them but this really depends on your height and build for which will look best on you.
You’re off to a good start.
There are my go to coats in the winter. Peacoat is for 20-40s. Parka is sub 20s and Trenchcoat is for 40-50s.
http://www.andrewmarc.com/shop-men/outer...throp.html
http://www.columbia.com/mens-alpine-esca...11#start=8
http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/kenne...ID=1528499
The peacoat is my main so mostly everything is bought with that in mind. My go to color to wear is navy so this plays off everything very well.
Sweaters and tops
The idea on knit and fabric is presented pretty well by these guys. Judging by the pictures, they’re too baggy but that shouldn’t matter because ideally you want to try it on first anyways. But I think they present the general idea very well.
http://www.aransweatermarket.com/gents-knitwear
Also, consider LL Bean and Timberland for thicker ones.
The more stylish sweaters you can find at Banana Republic, Zara, Primark, J. Crew, TJ Maxx…basically anywhere once you understand what you are looking for.
V Neck Sweater
On cardigans, its what you feel comfortable with. Some dudes can pull it off, others can’t. I like this picture and the link as examples.
http://www.landsend.com/products/mens-cl...ku_0=::2K9
Henley’s
You want it to be decently fitted and display a silhouette that shows you work out. V neck is preferable in this case
http://www.joesjeans.com/tristan-ls-henl...goryId=313
This one is ok. I don’t love it but it gives you an idea.
H&M has a decent baseline to offer to give another reference point
http://www.hm.com/us/product/53085?artic..._vc=SEARCH
Boots
Boots are something you have to figure out on your own. I’d set aside a few hours to go try some on. Nordstrom Rack or something similar has a great selection when you take into account price and quality.
I’ve had these by Steve Madden for two years and they still look great.
link
For complete snow boots, I prefer Sorel’s.
http://www.sorel.com/mens-winter-boots/#...&prefv1=01
If you have the cash for it many people like Frye’s as well. And I think Momo recommended it prior, Redwing boots are top notch. If you buy heavy duty Redwing’s you can rock them in NYC or Antarctica.
Last tip and this is double, secret probation shit..bomber hats. Not for everyone and maybe girls don’t like them but I think they’re very warm and fun to wear
https://www.amazon.com/Simplicity-Unisex...GJCD6?th=1
https://www.rei.com/product/824468/dorfm...rooper-hat
Hope this helps and let me know if you have any other questions.
So before I get into specifics, I’ll touch upon my overarching principles/themes. Having these for seasons makes decisions a lot easier.
-For everyday essentials (coats, boots, gloves, belts, hats, etc) I stick with earthy tones. I’m not a big black guy aside from your standard black V-Neck t shirt.
-For tops, I stick with solid colors to match the mood of the season (dark red, navy, off white, cream, machine grey)
-For top types and fabrics, its simple, I want to project warmth. One because I want to be warm and two because warm fabrics can be very soft which girls love. Types include thermal V-Necks Henley’s & pure cotton henley’s, Irish Fisherman Knits (V-Neck), Thick Flannel shirts (1-3 is all you should ever need), Fitted cardigans, thin cashmere sweaters, and of course your button downs which I stick to subtle patterns/prints. Everything in the winter should be more “understated”. And most importantly on this topic, don’t sleep on thick fabrics if you can pull it off. If nothing else if you can nail fabric, fit, and “feel” it will all come together for you.
-If you’re going to do flannel, it better be a very quality piece, otherwise people will suspect you of being lumbersexual.
-The biggest takeaway is layers. All my outerwear purchases keep in mind that I’m going to be wearing something underneath and good contrast between the two when I enter a room makes a VERY good first impression.
Jackets
The first one you chose is on point. The rule of thumb for Peacoats is for the hem (bottom) to go to mid thigh at least. Anything higher like right at the waist and you look like a college sophomore that just discovered peacoats get you compliments from teenage girls. Yours is very stylish but I’m not sure its an everyday peacoat as it suggests high fashion. Bit of semantics so lets not get stuck in the weeds. Lastly, if you can pull it off, double breasted coats have a timeless look to them but this really depends on your height and build for which will look best on you.
You’re off to a good start.
There are my go to coats in the winter. Peacoat is for 20-40s. Parka is sub 20s and Trenchcoat is for 40-50s.
http://www.andrewmarc.com/shop-men/outer...throp.html
http://www.columbia.com/mens-alpine-esca...11#start=8
http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/kenne...ID=1528499
The peacoat is my main so mostly everything is bought with that in mind. My go to color to wear is navy so this plays off everything very well.
Sweaters and tops
The idea on knit and fabric is presented pretty well by these guys. Judging by the pictures, they’re too baggy but that shouldn’t matter because ideally you want to try it on first anyways. But I think they present the general idea very well.
http://www.aransweatermarket.com/gents-knitwear
Also, consider LL Bean and Timberland for thicker ones.
The more stylish sweaters you can find at Banana Republic, Zara, Primark, J. Crew, TJ Maxx…basically anywhere once you understand what you are looking for.
V Neck Sweater
On cardigans, its what you feel comfortable with. Some dudes can pull it off, others can’t. I like this picture and the link as examples.
http://www.landsend.com/products/mens-cl...ku_0=::2K9
Henley’s
You want it to be decently fitted and display a silhouette that shows you work out. V neck is preferable in this case
http://www.joesjeans.com/tristan-ls-henl...goryId=313
This one is ok. I don’t love it but it gives you an idea.
H&M has a decent baseline to offer to give another reference point
http://www.hm.com/us/product/53085?artic..._vc=SEARCH
Boots
Boots are something you have to figure out on your own. I’d set aside a few hours to go try some on. Nordstrom Rack or something similar has a great selection when you take into account price and quality.
I’ve had these by Steve Madden for two years and they still look great.
link
For complete snow boots, I prefer Sorel’s.
http://www.sorel.com/mens-winter-boots/#...&prefv1=01
If you have the cash for it many people like Frye’s as well. And I think Momo recommended it prior, Redwing boots are top notch. If you buy heavy duty Redwing’s you can rock them in NYC or Antarctica.
Last tip and this is double, secret probation shit..bomber hats. Not for everyone and maybe girls don’t like them but I think they’re very warm and fun to wear
https://www.amazon.com/Simplicity-Unisex...GJCD6?th=1
https://www.rei.com/product/824468/dorfm...rooper-hat
Hope this helps and let me know if you have any other questions.