Move aside, necktie. There’s a new sheriff in town! You may have picked out the perfect suit, but no ensemble is complete without the right accessories. Why not switch it up and try on a bow tie? A man who wears a bow tie exudes class and sophistication. He is a man who is not afraid to occasionally step outside his comfort zone and be daring.
The tie bar is a classic accessory that has recently been take out of the dust, as more men show an interest in the revival of classic men’s attire. The tie bar or tie clip, as it is also known as, can make a big impact on how your overall presentation looks.
Kish Raveendran was born on November 20, 1986, in Sri Lanka amidst the horrors of the civil war. During this chaotic period, his family had managed to relocate and move across the globe to places like Oman, Paris, then finally settling in Canada; Paris being the most crucial and influential of them all. His passion for style rooted from the Parisian streets leading him to pursuit a living in Fashion. Toronto is where he truly was able to build a career after attending his first ever Fashion Week in Montreal. Experience has helped him understand that dreams are possible, skip ahead nine years, and here is. Not only is he a well know fashion stylist working for Grafic (www.grafic.com), he has developed himself into a fashion blogger (www.kishstyle.com) and instructor at TFA (Toronto Fashion Academy). Having marked his footprint in Toronto, Kish has grown to become a fashion icon amongst the global Fashion industry. As of recent, he has been at work into developing his own clothing brand KISH – launching in March 2015. KISH isn’t just about style, it’s about a man pouring his heart and soul into something he is committed and that is FASHION.
“Fashion is just an accessory for someone with great style.” – Kish
When it comes to menswear, nothing makes a man look more stylish than a tailored piece. The best part of a tailored piece is that it can disguise or highlight aspects of your figure, keeping your look elegant and complete. One piece of men’s suits was overlooked for long but if worn rightly, this piece can add a new dimension to your look. We are talking about waistcoats.
A waistcoat can transcend social situations and dress codes and at the same time, offers enough room to be experimental and remain stylish. If you think a dress vest is for formal dressing or for older and dignified gentlemen of means, think again. For stylish young urbanites, dress shirts and waistcoats can add a retro thrift-store look.
Waistcoats are becoming increasingly popular, thanks to the eye-catching look they provide. In fact, you can even wear it without a jacket and still look formal, especially those that come with lapels. Such items add a nice formal touch to your look. If you are still looking for inspirations, see how Barney Stinson ‘Suits it up” with style and elegance.
There are a few basic rules to wear it correctly. Here we have a few tips about how to wear a waistcoat and look devilishly stylish.
Good Fit
A well-fitted waistcoat should entirely cover your waist and no dress shirt should poke out between the belt and the vest. The cut in its back and sides will be a little higher and might reveal some shirtand that’s why you need a well-fitted shirt and tuck it in tightly. The goal is to avoid any fabric ballooning out from under the vest.Also focus on the shoulders of the waistcoats. They must lie flat against your body as well as any collar points. The V-shape of your waistcoat must be narrower enough if you are wearing it with suit coat. This is to ensure that it is not completely hidden behind suit lapels.For a perfect fit, it is always recommended to go for a tailored piece. Now, one major concern here is the price as tailored suits are usually expensive. Tailoring is usually out of reach for many buyers as the cost is often too high. Besides, experienced tailors are not always available. But online retailer shops like Ownonly bridge that gap. This particular company, for example, offers a wide range of business and casual suits without burning a hole in your pocket. Their line of completely customizable suits and online tailored measurement process makes the buying experience seamless and affordable.Remember, fit is king. It should fit your torso right and has high armholes. At the same time, there should not be any pulling around the fabric at the back or the buttons. Excess fabric will make you look untidy and bigger whereas waistcoats are designed to make you look tidy and more streamlined.
Get It Right
In addition to fit you need to focus on how you wear the waistcoat. One tip here is to always button it up. As mentioned, waistcoats are designed to make you look put together. So button up the piece and keep in mind to leave the last button undone. This is done to avoid pulling the fabric every time you lift your arms up.
Some prefer to keep the top button left undone but it’s optional and depends on your personal preferences. Leaving the last button undone, however, is a tradition which is over a hundred years old. The rules are similar to wearing a suit jacket. But these days, it’s more like giving off a casual flair.
Another major turn-off men commit while wearing a waistcoat is ending up looking like a waiter wearing a shiny polyester appearance. Avoid this by all means and for that you need to:
Opt for seasonal materials like cotton or whipcord for summer and corduroy or tweed for winter.
No fancy lining or wearing bizarre accessories like pocket watches
Always pair it up with proper items. No black trousers, for example, unless it is a part of your suit.
Vini Uehara was born on January 1990 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Son of actor and musician parents, grew up in the backstage of the theatres and always was close to the costumes. Since then, he started to draw clothes and know more about fashion. Started College in 2009 and in his first year participated in a reality show called “Temporada de Moda” produced by Capricho, one of the most important teen magazine in Brazil. Of 500 who applied, he was one of the 17 fashion students to participate on this competition and work with well known fashion producers, photographers, stylists and many other important parts of the fashion industry. Graduated in 2012 with his collection themed and called “Street Augusta” based in a famous street in Sao Paulo.
Valentine’s Day, the 14th February, is the day we celebrate our feelings of affection for our girlfriends, boyfriends, wives or husbands. Forget the standard chocolate and flowers. Below are the best Valentine’s Day gift ideas for her and him that are perfectly appropriate for whoever you happen to be shopping for. Remember: on Valentine’s Day, women don’t want a new blender, 100gb usb flash drive, or baking sheet.
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