Men's Tip: Fedora Hats

This week we're going to look into how to wear the fedora hat. If you checked out last weeks post, we posted a picture in there of Bruno Mars with a fedora on. He inspired us sooo much that we decided to contribute a whole week to fedoras. So continue reading to get some tips on how to rock your fedoras!

First off, we're going to take a look at two casual looks, and what all you can do to recreate them. If you look over to the right, Bruno has on a graphic v-neck tee, khaki colored dress pants, Jack Purcell's, some stripped suspenders, and a red fedora. The red fedora really made this outfit pop! He easily could of went with a woven fedora with this outfit, but the red one really takes this outfit to the next level. 

For yourself, how about trying some woven pants like these, with a shirt such as this? It's very similar to what Bruno has on, but yet it's a little different. For the *hat, give this one a try and for shoes; just like Bruno did some Jack Purcell's will look great! Just remember that when it comes to wearing brightly colored accessories with outfits, try to keep the rest of the outfit monochromatic (one colored). That way that hat(or any accessory) will really stand out!

*Just like Bruno's this hat is solid colored, depending on the outfit you wear it with it can really bring it all together nicely!

Let's move on to our second casual look. For this look, Bruno went with a white v-neck tee, a fitted jean jacket, some grey jeans, and a basket woven fedora. For shoes it looks like he went with some...... shoes. lol no really they're called Moncler shoes, they're rather pricey and would run you about $350 o_O..thus our reasoning behind giving you some other options below.

sidenote: As you can see, the celebrity men love their jean jackets. If you check out these previous post (1 & two) you can see that it's something that they live by. 

Bruno kept it rather simple with this outfit and the hat added to the simplicity. If he wanted to do that same red fedora worn in the first picture, it would work great just because the rest of his outfit is toned down. This is an outfit that you could throw on to run some errands or show up to an event in. That hat just gives the outfit an edge up on the casual look; therefore making it acceptable for multiple occasions.
So to make this one your own, pull out one of your white v-necks and throw on some colored pants. If you don't have any, some faded blue jeans or khakis will be fine. Any type of low top laced shoes will be great! Don't have a jean jacket? You could throw on a button up flannel shirt or any fitted button up for that matter. Just wear it open and cuff up your sleeves. Dig out a fedora, and you're on your way.
Sn: Sometimes you just have to improvise for the items that you do not have, for this outfit it's pretty simple to make up for some items that you may not have.

Our last tip, is going to be on how to wear your fedora with more of a dressed up type of outfit...

Bruno has on this classic fedora along with a rather snazzy outfit. He went with a faded yellow button up with a light knit cardigan. (Check out this post on how to wear your cardigans/sweaters) He has on navy blue dress pants and oxford shoes. His accessories include a red wrist watch and a grey tie. Once again, this outfit would work just fine on it's own; however once the hat is a factor it makes the outfit look that much more classic!

If you wanted to do something similar, you might put on a lightly colored button up shirt with a cardigan on top. For pants, you could put on just about any dark colored dress pants.
SN: if the occasion is not too formal  you could do some dark colored jeans if you like.
As far as shoes go, we encourage you to step out of the box and try some oxfords. They can really add some character to any outfit! Don't forget your tie and fedora to top the outfit off!

This week we decided to give you some tips on a common accessorise for men. Perhaps you can take something from this post and incorporate it into your own wardrobe somehow! ;)

#shoutout to GQ for the pictures, they're amazing! 

Memorial Day Weekend Tips for Men!

We're sure you all realized that this week we're going to discuss a few tips for the men for Memorial Day Weekend. Just like the post for the ladies, we're going to list of 10 must have items during your weekend. (Considering that we listed the vital items(sunscreen,sunglasses,etc.) yesterday for the ladies, we're going to give you a list of clothing items) Here we have, in no particular order, our suggestions of 10 must have clothing items for your weekend.

He has on a graphic tank; which would go great with cargos!

1. A White V-Neck T-shirt (can be worn with multiple outfits)

2.Some Cargo Shorts 

3.Graphic Tank

4.Dark Wash Jeans

5. Light Knit Cardigan (keep it light, no need for winter sweaters here)

6. Flannel Button-Up

7. Woven Fedora

8.Boat Shoes 

9. Sandals

10. Swim Trunks

As you can see you can keep it pretty simple when it comes to packing for your trip. Making sure you have at least these 10 items you should be set for the entire weekend, as well as having a bunch of options to choose from.

Now let’s get into what you can do with all of these different items!

He has on the boat shoes & a button-up

-For a simple look, we suggest that you wear some cargo shorts along with a white v-neck! For shoes you can either wear some boat shoes, or sandals.   -- -Depending on what the weather is during the weekend you may be able to throw on either the cardigan with this look or the flannel button-up. The idea is to just keep it as simple as possible, that's why we gave you a list of such simple pieces. 

-An idea for a another simple yet casual outfit, would be to put on the graphic tank, along with the dark denim jeans, throw on the sandals and your ready for a nice poolside barbecue! To jazz it up a little, so it's not too casual you can put on the fedora and call it a day. -Now, if you were wanting to go for something a little more dressed up you could throw on the dark denim jeans with the flannel button-up..roll up the sleeves (like this) and throw on the boat shoes. To top this look off put on a fedora and you're ready to go!

We suggest that as far as accessories go with these outfits you should keep it rather simple. Accessories such as a beaded bracelet or a long charm necklace.

And as far as the swim trunks go, you can throw those on, as needed! 

Bruno Mars, wearing his fedora ever so effortlessly.

Chris Brown in A Flannel Button-Up

and Shorts (Cargos)

So, hopefully you read something that was insightful for you! Have fun and be safe out there. . .we need y'all to come back and view the blog..LOL! but seriously though, be safe! 

SN: Take a look at the photos embedded in the tips; they can give you some great outfit ideas!