I thought that making a video would be easier than writing a post. Turns out it’s more of a headache than I initially thought. Anywho here’s a nifty video that explains how to make your own custom pair of frayed jeans. Enjoy!
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Thing of the Week: Grown and Sexy Socks
It’s that time again my fellow fashion tweekers! This week I welcome you to the land of the grown and sexy socks. While many of you guys out there may think that your socks don’t matter because no one really wants to see them unless they have some kind of foot fetish you are mistaken. Well actually, you’re not far off. Most normal people don’t just come up to you and ask you to show them what kind of sock choice you made that day, and for me that’s a good thing because my socks never match.
Anyways, the point is that many of you don’t think twice about what socks you’ll wear with that suit you’re donning, and that’s ludicrous. Everything you wear should be carefully and meticulously thought out. Are you aware that the rest of the world has to look at you? At least have the decency to make yourself presentable!
Again, I digress. The OTHER point is that as men our choices sometimes seem to be limited in the area of expressing individuality among all the black/navy suits and somewhat monotonous attire unless you actively seek out suits and other apparel that is not common. What many designers do is add lining to jackets that adds a bit of scandal to an otherwise common piece of a suit. Just like lining inside of a jacket, socks are a small way of being able to keep a sense of personality on the inside, while maintaining a professional look on the outside.
Here are a couple examples of socks that can make you feel all tingly and good inside. As per usual I chose styles that aren’t too daring, as I know some readers won’t appreciate the eccentricity that I like to add to my own wardrobe.
1) Ted Baker $17
2) Ike Behar $12
3) Marc by Marc Jacobs $18
4) Thomas Pink $30
5) Robert Graham $28.50
6) Thomas Pink $30.00
All of these socks can be found on the Nordstrom website which you can access by clicking the picture, and they can all be shipped for free.
Oh and if these socks don’t make you feel tingly and good, then just go snort an 8 ball and see how you feel. Maybe after that you’ll be inclined to purchase socks. Or go to rehab. Whatever.
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Gilty Pleasure: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Ello ello all fashion tweekers! This is the first post that I will dedicate to the phenomenally frugal website that is Gilt.com.
Just to summarize, Gilt is a website dedicated to getting the likes of us broke folk the most amazing deals such as 60% off of designer retail prices but, of course as we all know the devil wears Prada and must be behind this. While you may not have to sell your soul (although I would) there is a catch. The thing is that most sales start at noon and quickly sell out so you have to be quick about your shopping. No lolly gagging is allowed around here.
Also sales don’t last long. They will only be open a few days so again, no lolly gagging just grab what you can and go! This website is designed specifically for the fashion junkies out there that need to get their fix fast, cheap, and thrilling!
OH!!! And you also have to be a member of the site but it’s super easy to join once you go onto the website. By becoming a member you also get to preview the upcoming sales during the week and be sure to download the mobile app for your phone so you can shop on the go!
Ok, so enough of the bargain BS and let’s get to what we came here for. Today’s sale comes to us via Marc by Marc Jacobs. While at the time that this is posted a lot may be sold out please cut me some slack I literally just came up with this idea about fifteen minutes ago.
Wool Striped Hats: $19 (originally $38)
Wool Striped Fingerless Gloves: $15 (originally $28)
Stick Fit Jeans: $79 (originally $198, $220)
Cotton Uniform Jeans: $49 (originally $188)
Leather Biker Jacket: $399 (originally $898)
Wool Cashmere Blazer: $199 (originally $498)
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Thing of the Week: Coats
I love the wintertime for numerous reasons.
A) The cold keeps me from making crazy facial expressions therefore I save money on Botox in the long run. SCORE! (This site is about frugality so there ya go.)
2) No shave November!!! (I know November constitutes as an autumn month, but humor me)
D) I look best in the winter. (I look best at all times but I get just a touch of extra sexy in the winter)
There was really no reason to tell you any of that I just like to make everything about me. It felt right, but I digress, today’s post is all about COATS! YAY! While I may live in Florida, and we can still get away with wearing tank tops and shorts well into December, we still have our three-day cold fronts every now and then that we need to be “prepared” for. I put “prepared” in quotes because if you live in Florida you know some odd anomaly occurs here because it drops to about 32 degrees at night and then some how soars into the 80s during the day. Florida is pretty much a middle-aged woman going through menopause that will slap you when she gets her hot flashes. Bitter woman she is.
Here I’ve pulled a couple designer coats and jackets, and tried to find the closest match at local retailers.
1)YSL Shearling Lined Leather Coat-Barneys New York ($7,450)
2) Express faux Shearling Collar Jacket- Express ($159.60)
1) Polo Ralph Lauren wool toggle coat- Bloomingdales ($1,195)
2) Toggle jacket- H&M ($129)
1)Balenciaga bouson puffer- Barneys ($1,245)
2) Scotch and Soda Shiny Puffer Coat- Urban Outfitters ($189)
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Thing of the Week: Obnoxious Sweaters
Ok , so while I rummaged through my mind to find inspiration for this I got sidetracked by a familiar tune playing in the background. I looked over to my television and I noticed that Gullah Gullah Island was on TV, and while I watched I stopped thinking about what I was supposed to do and as I tend to do whilst watching shows from the 90s I judged the fashion as if I was Nina Garcia on Project Runway (to be fair I usually like to pretend I’m Heidi Klum most of the time but on this night I was Nina Garcia, roll with it and stay with me.) Anywho, I noticed that I finally figured out where my love for obnoxious prints stems from and then I got the brilliant idea to inform everyone of a trend I live for.
YES! GLORIOUS, OBNOXIOUS, BILL COSBY LIKE, NORDIC TIME SWEATERS!!! Now I know that you’re probably thinking that it’s a hideous style and you’re scared that Mr. Huxtable will stalk you and shank you just to get his hands on your new found trend, but trust me with the right style you too can join me in the land of awesomely obnoxious sweatertopia!
Here are two examples of very tamed versions of the sweaters I live for. I tend to be a bit more outrageous with my sweater choices but most of you will appreciate these more polished versions. Also, just a tad of advice I tend to wear my obnoxious sweaters a bit over sized depending on the fit and while these two particular sweaters may be a bit pricey, you can always rummage through your local thrift shops to find even greater and obnoxious-er sweaters at lesser prices.
Sweater 1) by Gant ($145.00) Sweater 2) by American Apparel ($79.00)
Donatella Does H&M (Men’s)
Yes, that’s correct as many of you fashion tweekers know back a couple of years ago Donatella declared that Versace would not part take in a diffusion line. Well the fab Ms. V has choked on and swallowed her words, because on November 19, 2011 the Versace for H&M line will hit about 300 stores worldwide. Personally this is a Godsend because I borderline worship at the leathery booties that are Donatella’s feet and LIVE LIVE LIVE for her heavenly voice that sounds like she’s been smoking and gargling nails since the moment of conception. I get a little twinkle in my eye every time her collagen filled lips utter any kind of sound it’s like angels singing on high . Well here are a few items from the men’s line that I LIVE FOR!
First up is this pink jacket. While you may not want to look like a bottle of Peptol Bismol has exploded on you by wearing the full pink suit that the line has to offer, you can always split up the suit. Wear just the jacket to add a bit pizzazz to your drab wardrobe. ($149)
Next is this modern take on the classic black jacket. I live for the long lapel and it’s perfect for sprucing your look up for those crazy holiday parties you partake in. ($199)
I also live for this leather jacket because it’s so Kanye. If you wore you could feel free to express your greatness to anyone who would listen and also to TYPE IN ALL CAPS!
I live for these dress shirts ($49.95) and dress pants ($69.95) because they’re not your everyday basic pieces. The shirts have a great gold embellishment at the end of the collar, which are ideal for when you need to look down and be reminded of how royal you are. The pants seem to be quite fitted, and for anyone who knows me you’ll know that the less I can breathe or bend over in my pants the more I love them.
Reason number one I live for this tank ($34.95) it’s shiny. Reason number two, it makes me feel like a knight in shining armor and I can picture myself wearing it and running around poking people with a stick whilst yelling “YOU’VE JUST BEEN JOUSTED THE EFF OUT!!!”
This scarf ($34.95) is the right mix of obnoxious and if I was under some kind of recreational substance and waved it around I’m sure I’d feel like a magical leopard was chasing me while spewing out a glorious rainbow of awesomeness.
And for the less daring here’s this scarf ($49.95) It’s less daring, ‘nuff said.
Oh and here’s these briefs ($17.95) yea wearing these would make anyone feel like sex wrapped in bacon. YUMMMMM
Last but not least here’s some leather pants ($299) I only really love them, not because they make me feel like a member of a hair band in the 80s therefore giving me license to be inebriated all the time, but because they remind me of the episode of Friends where Ross can’t put his leather pants back on and he lathers lotion on his legs as well as baby powder and hijinx ensues. It makes me giggle inside.
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