Growing Up!

Sidenote: I LOVE this hat! It's like my little staple and it makes me feel distinguished when I have it on (even when I'm being mischievous) lol.

Yup! I'ma grown man' and I really do believe that there is a evolution to style as well.  As a kid I grew up watching my Mother and Father's personal take on fashion and remember how compelling it was.  My mother has always been chic and effortless while my father was into "bold" and statement-worthy pieces.  As I've evolved, I've noticed how my style has changed throughout the years and has become a fusion of my growth.

For example, a few years ago you wouldn't have caught me dead in a trouser and collared shirt.  However, as my outlook on style has changed so has the variation in my closet.  Now I'm noticing myself becoming a little more adventurous and taking more of an effort to dress like.. well.. a gentleman.  In today's post I decided to play with a fun yet subtly bold printed shirt and signature hat.  I kept the look streamlined by keeping the color consistant and relying on traditional cuts that complement my frame.

Don't get me wrong I will continue to rock my t-shirt and jeans but having variety, not being stuck in a box and adding adventure to my wardrobe is what I'm all about right now. In short I guess it's another way of saying, "I'm growing".

Hat: Vintage, Shirt zara, pants Topman, Shoes Aldo
Photo credit: Royal Binion         

Print the Possibilities

I'm supper into the idea of asymmetrical print shapes and pattern.. So you know I had to grab this shirt that did a little bit of both! Remember that its okay to mix pattern and print as well.  I think the key is finding texture or colors that go seamlessly.. like camo and denim, black and white.  In my case I chose Khaki and Denim and since I'm a rebel (haha), I also found a shirt that had a symmetrical shape with a reoccurring print already embedded in it.. score!

collared shirt: Zara

khaki denim pants: G-star

beard: Mines!

Billie Jean

The biker jacket is back and in full effect this season. I can't help but to be reminded of Michael Jackson and the early 90's when I see this trend making a come back for the masses. I'm always down for a great sports coat and light weight leather so I hopped over to Zara and copped this "beast" for under 200 buck$! Plus you can layer it with a sweater or hoodie in the winter or rock a white v-neck for those awesome summer nights. It Just makes Sen$e if you like to shop on a budget.... right!!?? RIGHT!