Monday, August 15, 2011

[mixology monday: vintage briefcase]

two weeks ago i went to see ryan leslie while i was in new york. it was a really good show, but i was tired and didn't have the new york energy to stay until the end.
this is what i wore to the concert. minus the [vintage briefcase], which i bought from goodwill about 2 years ago. i never did get it treated so the leather has rainspots on it. eh...i dont even mind. as you can see, i paired the leather case with some vintage shoes found on ebay a couple of years ago as well. 
these single monk strapped shoes has been one of my best purchases to-date regarding shoes. i think quality shoes are important to any man's wardrobe. one of the biggest travesties, in my opinion, is to have a complete look and the shoes are improper. yes. shoes matter.
as you can see here i am not wearing a bowtie. matter-of-fact i don't own a navy and polka dot bow. that is on my list of things to buy.
sock...no. its the summer time and you can get away with not wearing socks as long as your pants are somewhat fitted. it doesn't hurt to cuff them either. oh and yea the feet thing...well yea take care of that as well.
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15 comments:

Angela said...

I am in complete agreement about the shoes!!! A great outfit is instantly undercut by shoes that are merely settled for.

In other news, scored a gorg pair of plaid vintage Weitzman's at Goodwill this week. Paired with cuffed skinnies and a baggy tee? Why yes, thank you.

Trissta said...

Oh! Looking ever so fab, Mr Goodwill. ;) I must say that I love how you combine vintage with brights and everything else. Very daring.

Much Love,
Trissta
Living on the Chic

atnumber10 said...

You are one cool vintage hunter! Luurrving the outfit :)

B.

Mongs said...

you're a cool guy You have great fashion vibe! It's a good change to look at men's thrifted style.

Thanks for following me. Following back.

love,mongs
mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

theLENNOXX said...

You look dashing as always! Then again, I wouldn't expect anything less from you ;) The briefcase is gorgeous, what a great match with your shoes!

xox Linda

Priscilla said...

Dapper as usual! I'm betting you were the best dressed man at the concert!

Prissy

Anonymous said...

Love!

eddieross said...

Such a cute outfit! Love love the blazer!!
xo E + J

Decor & Harmony @ 4290 said...

You just put a smile on my face, Your charisma reaches Ohio! Keep on strutting.

Clarece said...

i absolutely LOVE Ryan Leslie he's so under rated :(! i know it was a great show! im sd today becasue ive reached the "end" of your blog (im all caught up) i love your style from home to your clothes! i hunted down those nate berkus clips and when i heard you speak it took me straightr to church anywho BIG fan of yours! oops uh i guess ill get back to work now.....

Kelle Dame said...

Completely dapper! I can't even believe that you don't have a polka dot bow tie! It may sound silly, but I've wanted to get one for my dog because I can sense his inner fabulousness!
Keep the fashion coming!
Kelle
xoxo

Yakini said...

Love this entire look from head to toe! Very cute & preptastic.
Found your wonderful blog via Talking With Tami and I LOVE it. I've been lurking for a while *smile* and you actually inspired my post for today: http://stylemeprissy.com/2011/08/color-blocking-challenge-4-outfits-for-under-100/ So thank you for that! :-)

Lori said...

Looking fabulous as always!
Take care,
Lori
www.lorimayinteriors.com/blog

Kristin said...

You look phenomenal!

De tout, de rien said...

Gosh, I wish more men took care of their appearance like you, put some thought in what they wear. The Shopping Bag ladies on OWN did a show on that, teaching men on the street how to wear the proper socks for their outfit. It's all in the details!