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BROOKS HERITAGE

Posted on August 28, 2015

I was really excited that Brooks reached out to me to style a new pair of their sneakers from their Heritage collection. I knew they had well-known running shoes but wasn’t really aware that they had casual footwear – which is right up my alley because vintage trainers are one of my favorite style sneakers. The Men’s Vanguard from their Mother Nature collection is super lightweight and very comfortable. I really dig it’s silhouette and the versatility to be able to dress them up or down. These classic colors really play into that retro vibe that I like. My style overall is mostly casual so I styled them in that classic, school-boy look, but I can definitely see myself rocking these with some fitted slacks, a plain white tee and a sports coat…I’m a big fan of mixing dressy with casual and these are the type of kicks that would work well with that look. I’m going to keep my eye on this brand as I’ve noticed they’re been doing some limited edition collabs with other companies and being a big sneakerhead, I like to get my hands on those exclusive pieces! If you’re in the market for some classic kicks with a throwback vibe, definitely check out Brooks’ Heritage Collection. I’m a big fan!

MY PERFECTLY TAILORED TEE

Posted on June 29, 2015

Every wardrobe needs a good old tee – or a bunch of them in various colors and different fits. I think I have more plain white and grey tees than anything else. When you find that perfectly fitting t-shirt (whether it’s long and scoop neck or shorter with a v-neck) I almost always want to buy more than one just in case I don’t find it again! It’s good to know that won’t be the case anymore now that I’m familiar with the website Son of a Tailor. They create your perfectly tailored t-shirt – such an innovative and perfect idea! There’s 2 tee base options to choose from in 4 different colors (white, black, blue and deep blue). From there, they walk you through all the measurements you’ll need to take according to either your favorite tee or your body-shape. I actually based my measurements off of a few different tee shirts I already owned. I took the neckdrop from one and added a few inches for a deeper drop, took the length from another and added a few inches for a longer fit, and adjusted my body measurements accordingly depending on the fit I was looking for. Pretty dope that I was able to customize the tee to fit exactly like I wanted! To take the customization to the next level they provide free monogramming of 3 initials on the bottom right of the tee. I got BCP stitched on mine – my first BCP labeled shirt – and definitely not the last. Overall the tee is a great quality and of course, the fit is perfect! Son of a Tailor also provides Free Worldwide Shipping – which is pretty amazing…no one likes spending money on shipping especially if it was for 1 t-shirt purchase – so with it being free it’s a no brainer. Get 15% Off Your First Order Now With Code BCPTEE! Can’t wait to get a white one next. I might be customizing this fit a little differently this time around. Any questions on the measurements I went with for my black one feel free to email me!

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ALL GAP’D OUT

Posted on May 18, 2015

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I think I’ve had this GAP polo for at least 5 years now. You can’t go wrong with a polo…classic silhouette in a solid color – these tops are timeless. Although a lot of people may not agree I’m a top button up type a guy – I refuse to rock it any other way! These jeans are also GAP and are probably one of my faves – great skinny fit, with a few subtle rips. GAP is definitely my go-to for these types of simple classic pieces.

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TIEDYE + OMBRE

Posted on May 18, 2015

Like I’ve said before I’m a big fan of Marshalls. I really enjoy browsing the racks in hopes of finding that (cheap) needle in a haystack. I really dig this latest tee I found – I’m a big fan of tie dye! Something about tie dye, especially in these colors, screams spring. I usually prefer really thin tees that are a little flowy and fall just right, but this one was a little thicker than my norm. Since the cotton is super soft it still has a really nice fit and doesn’t feel stiff like those cheap tees. I feel like I’d rock just about anything on a tee as long as it was a nice fabric and fit well lol – it’s all about the fit!

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END OF SEASON SALE FINDS!

Posted on May 5, 2015

Been on the hunt for an army green spring jacket and scored this one on sale for about $40 at Gap. I was actually happy it was a little chillier last weekend so I was able to wear it. I also scored 2 dope sweaters on sale at H&M. Really feelin’ the thick cable knit and rips on this one! I feel like these classic Adidas can easily give any outfit that street style look that I like. Happy I got to rock these new pick-ups before next year – but anxious for this warmer weather to finally stick around!

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CASUAL COLORBLOCKING

Posted on May 1, 2015

Went to a Loyalty Day event at a local park with the fam last weekend. It’s a fun day with free food, free beer, music, races for the kids and a service to honor veterans. My little guy got to run his first race and scored a little trophy and medal – cutest thing ever. Going to the gym 5 days a week I can never have too many gym clothes and casual pieces. I usually luck out with name brand activewear from Marshalls, but recently snagged a few pairs of cotton shorts from H&M. Me and Nate did a little colorblocking with our black and grey pieces! I’m a big fan of the low-top Converse and PF Flyers for summer – feel like I can wear them with just about anything!

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H&M + URBAN + DOCS

Posted on April 28, 2015

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Had one good weekend of warm weather and I got that itch to spring shop. Hit up H&M and found a lot of good pieces. Dig this London tee – with it’s distressed feel and unfinished seems, it’s got that rocker feel I like. Also scored these jean shorts (they don’t seem to be on their site anymore) – really into the ripped look right now and like how they fit. I’m currently on the search for some ripped khaki shorts and another pair of denim with a looser style. Been asked quite a few times where you can find these docs – unfortunately they’re no longer available on their site, but they’re called the Dr. Marten’s Floyd Shoe and you might still be able to find them on Amazon or Ebay!

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JERSEY, JOGGERS & KICKS

Posted on April 28, 2015

Marshalls might currently be one of my favorite stores. I don’t always come out with a hand-full of finds, but when I do, I feel like I find pretty dope pieces for usually less than $20 – scored this floral basketball jersey for about $10! I’ve had these Cotton-On Joggers for a year or so now and have them in a few colors…the jogger pant is still going strong! Weird how you can be in a super casual fit, throw a denim jacket over it, and somehow it just pulls the look all together and cleans it up a bit. Denim is definitely my go-to piece to throw over anything.

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SOLID BASICS

Posted on April 21, 2015

Like I’ve said once before…sometimes I’m really just into wearing solids and everyday basics – with a few accessories. When you’re wearing a piece like this hat I got – you def have to keep the outfit a little simpler. These boots might be one of my favorite pairs and I’m constantly getting asked what kind and where I got them from – they’re the Beckett 8-Tie Boot Grey Felt Boots by Dr. Marten (unfortunately they’re an older model and no longer available). They’re more fitted around the ankle so to really be able to show them off I gave my Levi’s an old-school tight roll…an instant way to gives any pants that jogger pant look! I recently bought these new Ray-Ban Round Metal Sunglasses and really dig the vintagey feel of the shape of them. As always, my go-to bracelet is the limited edition cuff by Love Bullets – still on the hunt for more men’s jewelry!

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A POP OF COLOR

Posted on April 16, 2015

So amped that it’s finally feeling like spring. I was kind of getting sick of my winter clothes, so it feels good to shed some layers and be able to wear short sleeves again! As I get older I find myself more and more into just wearing basics, but still like to give each look a little edge. I’ve had this Izod jacket for a few years now and was honestly not a fan of it anymore until I got inspired to cuff up the sleeves a bunch to give it a new look. Still diggin’ the color of it, so glad I could make it work again! Now that it’s warming up I can get away with rockin’ my fairly new docs without socks and a cuffed jean – simple, but the docs give it that bit of edge that I like. I never used to be a fan of too much jewelry, but I borrowed my wife’s ring, that was my late father-in-laws, and really dug how it looked – now I’m officially on the hunt to find some more men’s jewelry!

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