Cool Clothes for Cool Weather

The leaves are starting to fall, the wind is becoming more brisk, and the days are getting shorter. For many, this is a sign for their least favorite season of year, Winter. But for me, this is my favorite time. This means that I have the liberty of being more creative when it comes to my choices in clothing. Versatility is not luxury for someone like me, it is but a necessity. I live for the mornings when I have to decide between a pea coat and a scarf or a army inspired jacket with a hunter green hoodie.

Since Autumn is upon us I thought I would highlight a couple of my favorite fashion choices for the season. First let's talk about the cardigan sweater.The cardigan was named after James Thomas Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan, a British military commander, following his service in the Crimean War. The cardigan sweater is usually lightweight and can be dressed up or dressed down depending on your personal fashion aspirations of that particular day. Today, to a meeting,I would wear it with some jeans, Steve madden loafers, a nice button up, and tie.

Speaking of ties, lets talk about the bow tie. The bow tie originated among Croatian mercenaries during the Prussian wars of the 17th century: the Croats used a scarf around the neck to hold together the opening of their shirts. This was soon adopted (under the name cravat, derived from the French for "Croat") by the upper classes in France, then a leader in fashion, and flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries. The bow tie gives any outfit a touch of sophistication and class. The bow tie is vintage look that is timeless. Wear a bow tie to the next big event at your school or job and see the response you get; and then couple that with a nice cardigan from Ralph Lauren Purple Label, outstanding!

You can find a cardigan at just about any retail store from Macy's to Banana Republic and the best place to find a bow tie is Jos A. Banks.

Until Next time....-Find your swank. Think insane. Be urbane.


P.S. Here are instructions for tying a bow tie, wearing the clip- on is uncivilized.