Pringle of Scotland... Keep Me Warm!

I stepped out onto my patio this morning and for the first time this year, I shivered.  Winter is swiftly approaching, which means it's time to bundle up.  Over-sized coats are a must as they allow you to throw on multiple layers.  This not only adds extra warmth, but also extra dimension to your look.  When going for this layered look, don't forget to neglect your body parts south of your hips.  Pringle of Scotland shows us how to  lather on the layers like pros!

It can be difficult when wearing pieces of clothing that have opposing patterns.  If it looks off, it probably is.  I can not count the number of times that I have stared at clothing combinations in the mirror, trying to figure out if I'm wearing something hot, or something that is a hot mess.  Pringle manages to pull it off here, but barely.

Keep your colours warmer.  Browns, greys, dark navy, black...  A little fur never hurt anyone either.  Let's keep it faux though!  We want to keep ourselves warm without impacting those creatures less capable than us. 

I am loving me some turtlenecks this season.  The chunkier, the better!  Note how this one almost looks like a sweater and a scarf.  If you're going for the turtleneck look, remember to make sure that more of your layers are removeable.  No one wants to walk into work and burst into sweat!

My favourite look of the collection!  A chunky scarf.  A hood.  An over-sized, overly-chunky, cableknit sweater.  Oh!  And one look that I have been wearing day in and day out this season.  Chunky, knitted socks that have pants tucked in and complimented with a nice pair of boots.  Try out this look.  You might be surprised with how ruggedly sexy you look!

Burberry Pie

When asked which design house I love most, I triumphantly declare, "Burberry Prorsum".  Christopher Bailey brings something to the table each and every time.  This Fall season, he graced us with coats.  Many coats.  Oh!  And chunky sweaters too...  Bailey is a master of taking old, washed-up trends, and showing us they can transcend the ages.   

This gent is sporting a fine, black, double-breasted peacoat.  With a traditional cut like this, it can be hard to make a truly unique statement.  Bailey manages to do so, however, with the flair of cow-print around the collar.  I am loving me some animal prints this season.

As the snow approaches, the chunky sweaters are going to be making more and more appearances.  A corded sweater like this will not only keep you warm, but it will keep you comfortable.  I love the nappy look of this sweater.  Directly from Grandpa's closet?  Yes please!

My favourite.  Double breasted.  Over-sized lapel.  Fur-trimmed collar.  Trench-length peacoat.  An absolutely stunning piece.  With coats like these, it is important to remember one thing.  Although the price tag may scream in your face when glanced at, keep in mind that this look is time less.  I would wear this jacket from today until my last day in my death bed.

Gobel Gobel

I looooooves me some good shirt/tie combinations.  Especially ones that stray from the ordinary.  Marlon Gobel hasn't been designing his own for that long.  Only about a year, in fact.  It's great to see a new designer still struggling through, finding their way.  Especially when there isn't much of a struggle! Gobel makes use of a full colour palate as well as a pattern palate.  Finding a great tie to match a great shirt can be a chore, more often than not.  The trick is to compliment.  Compliment colours!  

With Halloween quickly approaching, orange is back in style.  While the look to the left may be too busy for everyday wear, the colour coordination is right on point.  I love the Gingham look to the right!  Whenever you can, find a DIY bowtie.  Sure the clip-on/tie-arounds are effortless, but a hand-tied bow tie is timeless!

The complimentary colours in this look are right on point.  If you can, take one shade--blue in this case--and bring different shades to the entire look.  It will help make your look more purposeful and less happenstance!  

Buckle Up

With Winter on the approach, it may be too soon to start writing about Spring styles. I saw Buckler's latest collection, however, and couldn't resist! Sure, many of the tops are so sheer you can see the model's nipples through them! But paired with the right sweater and even jacket, you could rock these tops even in the coldest of months. Note the neutral tones throughout most of the collection... Buckler does a great job of showing how even the blandest of colours can bring life to a look if you do it right!

When it comes to denim, I've been a firm believer in the 'less is more' look. As I've begun to develop an obsession with G-Star denim, I'm moved more towards the detailed look. These jeans by Buckler are a good example of how a little bit of detail can go a long way. They really catch my gaze and hold it! Love the longer than average tee as well!

These two looks bring a classy vibe to casualwear. The striped sweat shorts on the guy to the left look super comfy without being comfy-looking. The subtle striping in the tee as well... So groovy!

Everything about this guy's look is killing it! The same subtle striping is seen in this shirt as the black one above. What a great way to make a neutral-coloured, plain tee pop. I love the camel-toned, leather straps of the bag he is sportin' too.

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Ba-nanas

I am hardly a D&G fan. I tend to find their items over-sized, over-branded, and tacky! This collection, however, I am dyyyyyyying over. It has such a WOW factor! The colours, the cuts, the styles! If any of these outfits foretell of what's to become of the 'in' category, I just might just lose my mind... Along with my so-called budget. I've said it before, and I'll say it again... This is the era of 'anything goes'. Pleats, chords, fur, tweed, flannel... Everything's in, and everything's hot!

Since when did branding become cool? Since D&G puked it up onto a hoodie, along with the gayest colours of the rainbow... Obviously! None of these colours go, and I'm loving it. I'd like to also take a moment to point out the uber casualness that's paired with a shirt and tie. Really? Really?!? But it works!

This is an example of a Garbage Bag Jacket. I don't know if that's the technical name, nor do I care. Normally I hate them, this time I love them. I think it's the colour. It really IS working. Note the pants. Pleated. Chord. Anything goes.

Tweed is so hot right now. Such a lovely fitted suit, and paired with some bold, red hightops, to boot!

Another ad-spot. I love the sleeves.

I must take a moment to go insane over this model's hair...

Even Mickey has managed to make it into this collection. These pants are my main focus. Note the severe dropped crotches. I find that the dropped crotch is normally faded into the leg . These pants go instantly into a tighter fit, making for a much neater looking pant.

I am needing each and every one of these looks for my date with Rachel Zoe. No, I don't actually have a date with her or actually know her. Yes, I would D-I-E to.

In then. In now.

Currently... Loving the revival of the 20th century. Bow ties, suspenders, wide-frame glasses.... This is the age where truly anything goes. If you're able to rock a look with confidence, it works. Spent last night out dancing, and saw some truly inspired looks.

Spotted these through the crowd on the dance floor. An absolutely stunning way to add some flair to an outfit. I love when the ladies use their shoes as their signature piece. Beautiful!

Such a fantastic 80's-inspired doo. Absolutely in love!

The winner of the evening. Anything but ordinary. Worn with confidence. Fabulous! I want to single out one piece of the outfit as my favourite, but I'm finding it really hard. Definitely going crazy over the dropped-crotch pants.

Better Late Than Never

It has been far, far too long since I've written a post. For those of you who were reading religiously, I do apologize... For those of you who don't... Please do! I promise I'll be more proactive in attempting to keep you stylishly entertained. Now, back to business...

Robert Geller. As a German-born fashionista, this young fellow always attempts to keep things youthful. These looks from his Spring 2010 collection are no exception. In previous years, Geller has seemed more rocker than chic. This year, he's bringing chic to the front line, yet maintaining the signature flair that is oh-so-unique to him.

One of the first looks of this collection, and already I'm finding myself unable to look away. I love designers who have the ability to use bold colours in such unique, signature ways. Everything about this colour screams disaster, but Geller manages to draw in the reins and create a stunning collage. I am especially drawn to the sheen of the pants. Glorgeous!

As seen in the first look, as well as this one... The bow-belt. Let's face it! Not all of us can afford the must-have genuine leather belt. So, where else might one turn? Geller shows us how... And does so with a touch of grace. Try going for this look with a skinny tie. Don't be afraid to throw in one with some fun patters either. Even try matching bits of the pattern with major colours of the overall outfit.

The jackets in this collection are stunning. I love the double-breasted buttons featured in the black jacket to the left. Geller features olive in the two jackets to the right in an absolutely flawless way. My favourite pairing... Olive with bright pink. While most men would not dare attempt this look, this model nails it. Note the red necklace that's added to off-set the overly bright colour of the pants. If you have a very bold statement colour like the one above, try toning it down with a more neutral colour from the same palette.

I am dyyyyying over this scarf! From the super wide cut, to the sheeny-grey... Stunning! I still can't get over my obsession with dropped crotch pants either. I've been trying to rock the baggier look over the last few months, but still have yet to find the perfect dropped crotch, tapered pants like those featured above. They really are exquisite. Of note in this look... The overly-wide, patent leather belt. Bravo!

Obsessed with this look. Geller does an outstanding job at breathing life back into the jumpsuit. As always, I'm a sucker for the chunky sweater.

This look is my favourite of the collection. Simple. Clean. All with a hint of fun. I have a thing for scoop-neck tees at the moment. They bring style to a very plain look, especially when the cut is not quite symmetrical. Despite my love for the look, what's going on with the model? And more importantly, what's going on with his hair? You'd think they would have been able to afford a better toupee than the one this bumpkin is evidently wearing. Or is that a headband? I can't decide...