January 1, 2007

Style Inspiration: Menswear

Kiara Kabukuru wearing the perfect male-inspired suit by Alexander McQueen.
Janet Jackson and Gwyneth Paltrow prove men’s tailoring has an edgier side.
Blue Shirt: Woven Tunic, $22.80, www.forever21.com; Watch: Coleman Silver Analog Digital Watch, $19.99, www.target.com; Tote: Large Burgundy Barclay Tote Purses, $34.95, www.purseboutique.com; Flats: Springfield, $79, www.ninewest.com; Waistcoat: Glen plaid vest, $25, www.newport-news.com; V-Neck: Chloe Cinch V neck, $24.50, www.delias.com; White Shirt: Silk-Trim Pintuck Shirts, $15, www.oldnavy.com; Coat: Wool Trench Coat, $49.50, www.wetseal.com; Pants: Plaid Pant, $32.50, www.alloy.com; Tie: Merona Satin Necktie, $19.99, www.target.com; Ankle Shoes: Syrup, $178, www.kurtgeiger.com; Clutch: Candice, $45.95, www.bakersshoes.com; Slim-Fit Pants: Slim Leg Cut Pants, $118, www.maxstudio.com; Pumps: Christian Python Heel, $22.99, www.gojane.com; Ring: Square Amazonite Ring, $24.99, www.target.com; Blazer: Luxury Stretch 1 Button Jacket, $128, www.expressfashion.com; Braces: Visit www.ebay.com; Hat: Herringbone Newsboy Ivy Hat, $15.95, www.goomoo.com; Tee: Naughty but Nice Tee, $4.99, www.wetseal.com

Menswear goes beyond tailored suits and shirts. Think hard lines, muted tones and an over-all polished look. However, don’t be fooled into thinking that you can’t be versatile when playing around with mens clothing. Put your own spin on it by wearing bright colors, a cute tee under a blazer (a la Gwyneth) or invest in a pair of braces (suspenders) and team with a fitted shirt to add a feminine twist to your look. I love the ‘ankle shoes’ by Kurt Geiger, they’re the perfect example of feminine elegance fused with masculine chic.

9 comments:

  1. I definitely love this look and picked up a pair of heeled oxfords earlier this winter. I should think about getting a pair of masculine trousers--with a pinstripe or something to play it up a little more.

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  2. I love tailored clothes with pinstripes. Let me know if you find a great pair of pants ;)

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  3. Anonymous2:53 PM

    Menswear makes you powerful!
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  4. voguefashion3347:22 PM

    i like this look but i doubt i could ever pull it off

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  5. Anonymous8:25 PM

    i am in love with suits. can't wait to find a cool pair of tuxedo pants and i really want a polo tie for the great, fun and colorful stripes!

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  6. Anonymous6:45 PM

    I will never understand why some people think Paltrow is a style icon. She looks like a trailer park lottery winner.

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  7. ^^ Really? I love Gwyneth's style though admittedly that is not the best pic of that outfit. She's not my favorite style icon but to me she has a little sumthin' sumthin' going on!

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  8. Anonymous2:17 AM

    i think Janet pulls this look off much better

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