Christmas must-haves for men. Clothes Show Live style!
December 18, 2009 by Nicholas Robinson · Comments
The Clothes Show Live, at the NEC in Birmingham, is not the place to go if fashion runs your life, however, it is the place to be if you just like to get an idea of what to wear and what’s currently on trend.
The fashion show was more about the performance and entertaining a crowd full of eager Tweens and industry wannabies than it was hard-fashion. In-spite of this, there were a few excellent pieces for guys this Christmas.
The most exciting items had to be the shoes. Guys normally get a bit of a bad deal when it comes to shoes and trend; they’re either too sporty, too jazzy or just boring. This time though, they were just right.
Military Boots from All Saints, £165.
They may cost a fair bit, but they will last a long time.
Dr.Martens (DNs), £70-£150 from Dr.Martens.com.
How can you say no to such an icon? You may have had a pair as a child, so you can have a pair as an adult. This pair cost £70 on the site. They come in plain colours and in patent too, but you could go for classic black. Dr Martens were a big player at the Clothes show, some of the guys wore pink patent.
Circus fashion crept upon us last winter. This Christmas it’s back and it’s on E. There were a lot of sequin and patent pants on the catwalk, but don’t appeal to most guys. Here are some other options, which are a bit less ‘uhoh!’ and a lot more ‘bravo!’
Silver Super Skinny Trousers, £50, from Top Man, also available in bronze. Wear them with military boots and a black blazer to tone them down. Wear with the burgundy blazer below and a tweed bow tie as a festive statement.
Metallic pants may not appeal to you right now. These Religion Slim Trousers are exclusive to Asos.com, £65. Great because you can wear them all year and aren’t metallic.
Dandy is making a long awaited come back. In honour of this, blazers and dikkie bows are now essential. Here is a Burgundy Poachers Jacket, £140, from Top Man. This would look dandy with most pant choices, but I would suggest sticking with skinny jeans or trousers to get a sleek silhouette.
Not feeling the Poachers Jacket, then how about velvet? The classic-cut of Asos’ tipped velvet jacket is soft, looks great open, and looks even better closed. £70, Asos.com
Could it really be Christmas without tartan thrown in somewhere? Top Man, £36. This would look great, open, in the summer with a band t-shirt, bleached denim three quarters and military boots.
If you need to accessorize, shop around for bow ties. Velvet or tweed in a neutral or rich colour will make a subtle but alternative statement. Wear with white shirts, or if you dare to be a little more impactful, find a contrasting print which will add a little more interest to the ensemble.
Although it was a bit of a theatre, the Clothes Show was inspirational, a great way for the younger or ignorant to see what fashion can be, which is, what you want it to be.
Harem Pants
May 5, 2009 by Charlotte Winstanley · Comments
Harem pants are everywhere this season, and they are not quite as hard to wear as you think. Paired with vest tops, gladiator sandals and tons of chunky bangles you will be amongst the fashion elite! Here is just a few of InJournalism’s favourites:
- Topshop Grey Harem Pants £22.00 www.topshop.co.uk
- Topshop Salmon Harem Pants £22.00 www.topshop.co.uk
- ASOS Khaki Harem Pants £20.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Meem Black Wrap Harem Pants £60.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Oasis Black Harem Pants £40.00 www.oasis.co.uk
- Miss Selfridge Black Silk Harem Pants £10.00 www.missselfridge.co.uk
- Warehouse Black Rib Harem Pants £20.00 www.warehouse.co.uk
- Warehouse Grey Harem Pants £20.00 www.warehouse.co.uk
- Warehouse Black Wrap Harem Pants £38.00 www.warehouse.co.uk
- Warehouse Recycled Silk Grey Harem Pants £20.00 www.warehouse.co.uk
The American Dream
May 4, 2009 by Charlotte Winstanley · Comments
Everywhere we look this spring, designers are looking to America for inspiration. Ralph Lauren, Prada and Marc Jacobs are all a fan of the laid back look and so are we! Here’s a few of our favourites:
- Topman Stars and Stripes Trucker Hat £12.00 www.topman.co.uk
- Topman Yellow Contrast Cardigan £25.00 www.topman.co.uk
- Topman Bright Check Smart Shorts £25.00 www.topman.co.uk
- ASOS Denim Roll-up Shorts £28.00 www.asos.co.uk
- BOSS Jersey Cargo Pants £98.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Rayban Black Wayfarer Sunglasses £28.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Diesel Black gold Carrot Destroyed Jean £2O0.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Opening Ceremony Linen Bomber Jacket £275.00 www.asos.co.uk
- ASOS Rubber Sole Boat Shoes £18.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Reiss Haraway Canvas Holdall £114.00 www.reiss.co.uk
This Week’s Top 10… Plimsolls
March 30, 2009 by Charlotte Winstanley · Comments
Remembered from P.E lessons at school; plimsolls have come full circle and they are back! No longer only available in Black and White these fashion statements are a work of art. Check out our pick of the best before hitting the street this week…
- Diesel Magnete Exposure Washed hi-top £75.00 www.asos.co.uk
- ASOS Cut About Check Plimsolls £14.75 www.asos.co.uk
- F-Troupe Suede Plimsolls £60.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Gram 385g Printed Rubiks Plimsolls £60.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Adam Duffy Retro-Badges Toecap Plimsolls £24.50 www.asos.co.uk
- Gram 321g Triple Con Plimsolls £70.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Adam Duffy Customised Block Party Plimsolls £24.50 www.asos.co.uk
- Fred Perry Kingston Stamp Down Plimsolls £30.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Whyred Lace-up Plimsolls £140.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Converse One Star Low-profile Plimsolls £49.00 www.asos.co.uk
This season’s hat… The Trilby
March 23, 2009 by Charlotte Winstanley · Comments
So you can’t afford the Caribbean holiday? Well don’t worry, you don’t have to be in the Bahamas to look cool in a sun hat this season. Gentlemen go find yourself a hat resembling any of this lot and you will look Bang on trend this week!
- Brown Trilby £18 www.topman.co.uk
- Beige Ribbon Trilby £18 www.topman.co.uk
- Ted Baker woven trilby £29.50 www.asos.co.uk
- French Connection cream trilby with black ribbon £24.50 www.asos.co.uk
- Anthony Peto Salvador Trilby £74 www.asos.co.uk
- Replay woven trilby £34.50 www.asos.co.uk
- Kangol brown tropical player hat £24.50 www.asos.co.uk
- Black pork pie hat £9.75 www.asos.co.uk
- Bailey of Hollywood canvas trilby £26.50 www.asos.co.uk
- Ignite Coachella Fedora £24.50 www.asos.co.uk
This week… it’s all about the blazer!
March 15, 2009 by Charlotte Winstanley · Comments
So the weather isn’t quite warm enough to leave the house without your coat… but you dont want a winter wooly weighing you down so instead take a look at our top ten blazers and stay warm whilst looking ultra cool!
- Oversized black blazer £54.00 www.asos.co.uk
- Black Tuxedo Blazer £150.00 www.asos.co.uk
- SMYTHE Linen Equestrian Blazer £495.00
- Oversized Purple Blazer £55.00 www.topshop.co.uk
- HEAVEN AND EARTH Knitted Blazer £120.00
- Oversized grey blazer £150.00 www.topshop.co.uk
- Grey blazer with black turn up sleeves £45.00 www.missselfridge.co.uk
- BEN SHERMAN Boyfriend blazer £125.00 BenSherman
- ASOS Boyfriend blazer £48.94 ASOS
- ASOS Black blazer with white turn up cuff £54.00 ASOS
Give your head some Hattitude!
March 9, 2009 by Rochelle Gow · Comments
Unfortunately the winter weather doesn’t seem to have left us just yet, so Injournalism has come up with a perfect solution to keep you in style this season. The trilby seems to be an essential in most celebrities wardrobes, perched perfectly on the heads of the likes of Cheryl Cole and Victoria Beckham. Keeping your heads warm and dry in winter and safe from sunburn in summer the trilby carries a versatile look, why not have a look at our top 10 and give your head the hattitude it needs:
1. Black trim straw trilby hat, £20
2. Ted Baker, straw trilby hat with stripe band, £35.00
3. Two-tone weave trilby, £20
4. Straw trilby with black ribbon, £15.75
5. Quicksilver straw trilby, £25.00
6. Double band paper trilby, £20.00
7. Rustic button straw trilby, £9.50
8. Fedora trilby with signature headband, £137
9. Holiday tribal trilby, £9.50
10. Black double band paper trilby, £20
Top 10 Check shirts
March 1, 2009 by Rochelle Gow · Comments
So guys, Injournalism has finally brought you a top 10 fashion section, exciting huh? We will be bringing you a weekly guide to satisfy all your fashion needs so why not have a gander over this weeks top 10.
You may think that you’ll look like a lumberjack, but the check shirt is definitely one of this seasons must haves and we’ve done all the hard work for you by finding these stylish numbers, so dive into your pockets and purchase one of our top 10:
1. Hooded check shirt, £24.50
2. White and red check shirt, £28.00
Topman
3. Blue check shirt and tie set, £28.00
Burton
4. Woody rex check shirt (Carhartt), £53.00
Triple S
5. Blue Superdry check shirt, £45.00
Triple S
6. Orange roll up check shirt, £ 15
New look- Mens
7. Lee Cooper Check Shirt, £18.00
Matalan
8. Soul Cal diaz checked shirt, £19.56
Republic
9. Blue check shirt, £25.00
Topman
10. Red lumberjack shirt, £45.00
Firetrap
Top Ten Tights For This Season
February 22, 2009 by Amy Brewster · Comments
The weather may be keeping us from flaunting our summer shorts and dresses but it is not stopping us from looking stylish. Here are our Top Ten Tights to keep you warm and fashionable this spring.
- Heart Print Tights, £10, Topshop
- ‘Velvet Feel’ 120 Denier Grey Tights, £7.75, www.asos.com
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Emilio Cavalini Heart Seam Tights, £10.95, mytights.com
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Natural Leopard Tights, £8, Miss Selfridge
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Bow Net Tights, £8, Accessorize
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80 Denier Navy Tights, £5.50, www.lovecolour-lovetights.com
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Chocolate Opaque Tights, £4, New Look
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Jasper Conran Red 60 Denier Tights, £8, Debenhams
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Autograph Microfibre Diamond Tights, £8, Marks and Spencers
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Jonathan Aston Tartan Print Tights, £7.49, www.tightsplease.co.uk
