Quote: (01-09-2013 01:05 PM)Dulceácido Wrote:
As a fashion point, it's definitely valid.
I guess I just don't see why you would do it, though. What is the message here? You're going through the trouble of wearing, a nice shirt, tie, nice jacket... Why put on jeans? What are you trying to say? You're clever mix of casual and sophisticated? You want to look good, but couldn't be bothered to put on nice pants? i dunno. Not really my cup-o-tea.
Why not just wear the suit? Same amount of effort is required. You look much better. Meh...
It's not really the same effort - it's much quicker. And you're kind of assuming the guy will also have a nice shirt and tie on. That's not usually the case, when done right.
I'd personally usually go with the v-neck underneath. You need some nice shoes that go with the blazer (and also go well with jeans), but it's kind of like being dressed casual and just throwing the blazer on as an afterthought. Simple as grabbing the blazer on the way out the door.
I think it looks looks good, and on top of that it's easy and comfortable. And all it takes is a jacket (assuming the rest of your wardrobe is already well-chosen and all your clothes fit, etc).
Quote: (01-09-2013 12:45 PM)Dulceácido Wrote:
I think it's do-able. I wouldn't be beyond it with the right combo. But, I have to say, if I'm going to go for the jacket, I would go the full monty and just wear a suit. No guy in jeans is ever going to look better than a dude in full-on, custom-fit suit. If it's appropriate to wear the jacket, it's appropriate to wear the whole suit, I would think.
True, but it's great for a casual look or if you just want to be slightly better-dressed than most other people. At a venue where everyone was suited, you'd obviously be out of place.
Quote: (01-09-2013 01:25 PM)Jalouse Wrote:
This is fine for guys who are going on short trips but if you're travelling for long periods of time it can be impractical so a blazer is a decent option.
Definitely. This used to be default dress code when going out on vacation. Very easy to spruce up whatever else I had in my bag.
Quote: (01-09-2013 01:27 PM)OGNorCal707 Wrote:
Funny thing, wearing a blazer at all, even with a v-neck and jeans, people look at me like I'm from outerspace around here, and ask why I'm "so dressed up". I also have rocked the blazer with a nice matching button down, but like that wearing it with v-neck and jeans is more chilled out.
hahaha So true, OG. I used to dress up like this all the time when I lived in Humboldt permanently, and I never failed to get those comments. People do not dress up here. You do see more SF-type style creeping into Speakeasy and The Palm Lounge, but other than that, young people around here dress either ghetto, office space, or lumberjack (and I'm talking about the females lol).
I'm probably over-exagerating a bit, but it's pretty bad when people act like you're pretentious if you wear a button-up. The hotter women do notice and deliver compliments though. In this area, it really is something different.
Quote: (01-09-2013 02:14 PM)thegmanifesto Wrote:
This says a lot and should answer the question for everyone.
Even James Bond looks like a chump in a jacket and jeans:
Yeah, but put your hand over his head. Now imagine a new head with dark hair, some facial hair, and a different hairstyle.
And replace the brown belt with a black one. And tell him to stand with a little confidence.
Now you're on to something. I won't claim to be as fashion-savvy as the G, but in my opinion, that look just wasn't him specifically. Another guy could have worked with it.
Quote: (01-09-2013 02:14 PM)thegmanifesto Wrote:
All the top International Playboys thru history have worn suits.
It is every day clothing for Playboys.
Agreed. I think a suit looks great. I think the more casual look can work in the right situation though too.
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