2/9/11

A Man's World

Nothing says here's a confident, sexy woman like a menswear inspired look. Although it seems a little contradictory to my usual love of all things girly and frilly I have always liked the idea of adding a few menswear inspired items to my wardrobe. Currently the item I'm envisioning adding is a mens watch with a slightly feminine face.

Here are some tips for incorporating menswear style:

1. For handbags I like very structured bags or leather clutches.
2. Look for traditionally masculine fabrics such as herringbone, tweed, plais, pinstripe or flannel.
3. 2 menswear basics are a classic buttong-down shirt and a crease-front trouser. Searout these garments tailored for a trimmer, more feminine physique.
4. Adove matchy-matchy pieces. Instead add a couple signature masculine style pieces to your otherwise feminine look.
5. Shop for shoes with laces, tassles, metal accents or fringes.
6. Make good use of the blazers in your closent andd consider addin a well tailored button-up vest.
7. Don't limit yourself to trousers on the bottom, also look for skirts, especially pencil skirts, in masculine fabrics.
8. To keep warm add a trenchcaot and a fedora, cabbie, or newsboy hat.

Here's a few looks I've pulled together:
This outfit looks so comfortable. I love the addition of the Parisan feeling striped tee to the pleated trousers, menswear inspired shoes, and the tailored black jacket.

Striped Tee $17 - llbean.com
Tailored Jacket $530 - brownsfashion.com
Pleat Front Trousers $335 - brownsfashion.com
Shoes $55 - topshop.com
Vintage Ring $288 - lorimclean.com
Elizabeth and James has became one of my favorite labels and when I see pieces like this pale blue and white striped shirt I remember why. It would go perfect with the cuffs rolled up and paired the Alexander McQueen jacket. While this look is casual, it would be difficul for you not to be taken seriously carrying this Valentino bag into your next meeting at work.

Button-up Shirt $175 - theoutnet.com
Alexander McQueen Tuxedo Jacket $1,537 - net-a-porter.com
Skinny Jeans $140 - gifts.myer.com.au
Loafers $495 - forzieri.com
Valentino Bag $1,775 - colette.fr
Fedora $7.97 - tillys.com
Skinny Belt $67 - houseoffraser.co.uk
Twisted Bracelet $120 - youheshe.com
Watch $160 - endless.com
It is a good clue that something you are wearing is menswear inspired if the word "boyfriend" in included in its name. I love the colors in this check boyfriend blazer but my favorite piece in this look is the necklace. I love the edge and rock and roll feel it has.

Tank $52 - lagarconne.com
Boyfriend Blazer $96 - topshop.com
High Waisted Hotpants $55 - topshop.com
Shoes $32 - topshop.com
Bag $469 - zappos.com
Watch $135 - buckle.com
Necklace $210 - barneys.com
Sunglasses $450 - love-worn.com
The stripped vest is tunic length and it has been paired with a miniskirt. The boyfriend blazer and the cream and metallic gold two-tone shoes is what gives this look a little bit of a menswear feel.

Striped Vest $26 - topshop.com
Boyfriend Blazer $72 - dorothyperkins.com
Skirt $16 - topshop.com
Marc Jacobs Shoes $196 - theoutnet.com
Stella McCartney Bag $438 - theoutnet.com
Earrings $12 - modcloth.com
Unicorn Necklace $18 - modcloth.com
Belt $40 - my-wardrobe.com

♥ Sunny


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14 comments:

  1. LOVE the last one, red is super feminine <3
    Bellesme

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  2. That first photo is something I want to look like when I go to work, esp. for the big 'corporate' meetings!

    xox,

    ML

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  3. my watch is a men's Calvin Klein and I absolutely love it! it gives me so much style -and power haha!! you should definitely try one :)

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  4. I have a boyfriend vest and I love it.

    http://amyfashionblog52.blogspot.com/

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  5. goodness you make it look so cute! I love the first outfit :)

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  6. I love the menswear look... it's one of the sexiest things for a woman to wear I think. My favorite piece for this is definitely the blazer. So versatile!

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  7. I so agree with you! Love menswear. So sexy, chic & confident :)

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  8. thank you, i thought they were gorgeous too!
    what is your staple piece you have to have in your wardorbe!?
    have the biggest headache right now! GRR
    X

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  9. oh i agree, :)
    pearls and jeans are a deffiant must have!! :))
    good choice!
    X

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  10. i love the look of a tailored suit worn by a woman. :D

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

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  11. Loving this Post!!! Great Looks!!
    http://www.glamthings.com/

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  12. Ohh I saw the title of the post and remembered the Christina Aguilera's song at Grammys

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  13. great post, love all these looks.

    Thanks so much for your comment, check out my new post if you like : )

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    -Stephanie

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  14. I really love your tips and the second look is my favourite! Happy Friday, my dear
    Kisses

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