It sure feels like March was a tease with a number of days being sunny and approaching 20 degrees Celsius outside… It was cold and rainy most of the month of April, but I didn’t let that stop me trying to usher in Spring by wearing my warm weather clothing. Let’s have a look at …
Time Flies… It’s actually been almost sixteen months since I last wrote up a “What I Wore” post – here’s October 2019. One of the main reasons I started this blog was to have a journal of sorts where I could record thoughts about outfits I’d worn, and reflect on them. I think I need …
Last year, I wrote about my picks from the F/W19 releases from Rick and co. at Spier and Mackay. As we start to think about warmer weather, especially after getting a dumping of snow, Spier and Mackay are beginning to release pieces from this season. Let’s have a look at what we’ve seen so far. …
I’m a big fan of what Rick at Spier and Mackay has done over the last few years. I started shopping there about five years ago, when they offered custom shirts and a handful of suits. This season’s drops really cement my appreciation for what his vision for the brand is. A fantastic selection of …
I’ve spoken about the need for a seasonal wardrobe before, and heavier fabrics for fall/winter are wonderful. There is an advantage to colder weather in the ability to layer for warmth. You can’t layer for cool. Choosing the right fabrics for warm weather is key – especially if you’re like me and are sensitive to …
I’m ready to fully commit to warm weather fabrics at this point. I’ve got my eye on some new fabrics for this season, including 100% Irish linen, linen blends and fresco. More to come on those in the coming months, but for now, here’s what I wore in May. What I Wore – Blue and …
Closing out the year, I found myself wearing more relaxed outfits. Here are a few that weren’t too dressed down that I think worked well. I always enjoy looking back at what I wore throughout a month – sometimes my thoughts about an outfit change with a little time and reflection. What I Wore – …
Frequenting StyleForum for a few years now, I’ve noticed a topic that crops up with some regularity; Navy trousers. It seems to be a divisive issue, with groups on both sides staunchly supporting and defending their view point and railing against the other. The argument supporting their use is often reduced to an acknowledgement that …
Neapolitan style from Spier & Mackay The Neapolitan cut has become the signature piece from Spier & Mackay. These jackets feature wider lapels that have a concavity to them, sometimes referred to as negative belly. Continuing the curve of the lapels down through the open quarters presents an unbroken line. The sport coats all feature …
