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Introduction
Every so often here on Fashionbeans, an article is posted that causes quite a stir amongst readers and even some of the writers. The latest episode of controversy came from Feature Writer Luke Todd and his LOOKBOOK lookbook article. Now personally, I hold a lot of respect for Luke for choosing the looks that he chose. He could have quite easily picked the most commercial of looks, containing garments widely available online making his re-creations of the looks pretty straight forward and would have more than likely ensured a good few “safe” positive comments, but he didn’t. Luke chose a few of the ‘not so obvious’ looks which he personally loves for one reason or another and hoped to maybe inspire a few of you to try a brand new trend. Well, it is now time for me to call upon myself to stick my two-penneth in and submit my own LOOKBOOK lookbook article under exactly the same principles. Some may call me stupid, some may call me naive, but I personally just think I love a good challenge!
Please note: I have altered some of the looks slightly as we are limited to what is available online.
The Lookbook
So here are the two featured looks for today’s article:
Look 1
I keep it no secret that Canadian Blogger, M’C Kenneth Licon (AKA: Little Fashionisto) is one of my all time favourite Lookbooker’s. As well as always appearing extremely sharp and fashion forward in everything he posts, Little Fashionisto completely obliterates any misconceptions that only tall, model-like frames can pull off high fashion, as Little Fashionisto is in fact only 5ft 1″ tall. In this outfit he exhibits bold colours EXACTLY the way they should be done. The Raspberry coloured trousers act as the focal point of the outfit meaning everything else will need to work around these. However, cleverly matching a scarf that holds some subtle shades of a similar colour palette is the perfect accessory to compliment the Raspberry and a great way to balance out the colour on your body. But this is where the colour should stop, exactly as he has done.
Everything else in this look needs to remain very neutral, almost acting as a backdrop for the bold colours used. On trend Loafers are the most casual a shoe you would want to put with this outfit (although sandals would also definitely work). Guys teaming scruffy plimsolls or trainers with a nicely put together outfit is something I see far too often and it completely ruins the look. He has included a retro print shirt to add a bit of a pattern/texture to the look, but the colour is still kept very neutral to avoid clashing with the scarf. Circular Sunglasses are a big eyewear trend this season but unfortunately not everyone will be able to pull them off. Luckily a classic Clubmaster or Wayfarer would work just as well though.
Finally, the stone Trench Coat completes the look by acting as the perfect neutral backdrop for the colour used. If there were one piece of outerwear I would suggest any man to go out and buy right now, it would be a stone Trench Coat. Smart, casual, practical, trendy, flattering… seriously, go and buy one NOW!
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Look 2
The reason I love this look so much is simply because Dennis Robles has demonstrated a perfect example of what accessories really can do for an outfit. If you take away the Umbrella, Necklace, Boat Shoes, Sunglasses and Holdall, you have lost all essence (as well as the majority of clothing) from the look and this young chap just looks like any other daydreamer in chino’s and a cardigan. Again, by keeping his clothing very neutral in colour and not overly fussy in style, it has given him the freedom to really play around with his accessories (which don’t always have to exactly match as Dennis has demonstrated).
Also, the chances of walking down the street donning an outfit similar to this and spotting someone wearing exactly the same ensemble are extremely slim. This makes the look feel unique and shows you know exactly how to add those small, but ever so important details. A good quality Holdall is an absolute must for any man for this, and going into next season.
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Editor Outro
Due to the length (images/pictures/text) of the article and the explanation behind each outfit, we have decided to split this feature over 2 days. So I hoped you enjoyed the first part of Ashley’s take on the LOOKBOOK.NU phenomenon and his featured looks. So what do YOU think? Feel free to add you own suggestions in the comments below and I am really interested to know whether you think that these amazing looks can be pulled off by the everyday male, especially now we have shown there are similar items you can get your hands on today in order to produce a near replica of each outfit.
Does it take more than this? Do you need to have a particular personality to pull off outfits like this? Or can you “fake it until you make it”? I am truly interested in what our readers think about the subject as a whole.
Also please feel free to comment on your favourite looks and why (they do not have to be featured today simply link to them on lookbook.nu), as I will be doing a reader input article very soon showcasing all the chosen looks with my take on them all.
Check Back for Part 2 tomorrow!
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It’s amazing how out of all the great looks and fits at lookbook.nu you seem to always pick some of the worst. Well, speaking of style sense of a writer on a fashion and style related site. Damn man, I know you can better. Try on.
I definately think these looks can be achieved by the every fashion conscious chap. its all about confidence, to wear raspberry, you have to be confident, which is probably were lots of people fall down, a lack of confidence, myself included.
I have a cream trench coat which I am yet to wear, I really want to (when the weather is right obviously) but I just haven’t got enough confidence to crack it out, and i’m worried about dirtying it.
Some items on the lookbook, in my opinion look a bit odd, or out of shape or just down right nasty, but the people wearing them are confident enough to sport it, and for that I envy them.
I suppose you have to ask yourself whether you’re bold and out there, or subtle and more restrained, either way you still stand out among a sea of superdry t-shirts and jeans.
Ok at least we have had some feedback so far. Before this starts into one of those “I can’t beleive you picked those outfits they are cr*p” type bashes at Ashley remember that they are only “cr*p” to YOU… there are plenty of people who will actually like the looks and appreciate them.
Just because it is not YOUR personal style or how YOU would dress doesn’t mean they should be written off with a single line comment. I want you to show me looks you like and WHY you like them.
I personally like both the looks above and can appreciate what is good about them and the confidence they both must have to pull it off and create their own unique style in an endless sea of t-shirts and jeans OR people trying to “fit in” – either with their peers or high street retailer look books.
It doesn’t mean you are going to find me in berry coloured trousers and a paisley shirt any time soon, but the colour coordination and little details I can appreciate and it inspires my thoughts about my own style and how I can put together outfits in the future.
So let’s get right into this subject. If you don’t like them… WHY if you do like them… WHY
Cheers,
Ben
Well I definately like both looks. I really like the use of colour in the first look, its not a common colour, certainly in such bold shades and outside the realm of the upper class corduroy. It’s different, a bit quirky and shows personalitly. An outfit that has been carefully considered.
The second look is a bit more every man, softer colours, with more versatile items like the chinos and cardigan and definately good use of accessories. which, is acutally something I can take away from this – invest in more accessories! The only thing i’m not really fond of is the Holdall, while its big and practical, I can imagine just carrying it around like all day or slinging it over my shoulder, just a bit too awkward. Personally i’d prefer a messenger bag.
its actually quite hard to comment on them without just repeating what has already been said, because those are the reasons I like them, but I gave it bash!
One of my favorite looks today is this; http://lookbook.nu/look/912385-Public-Enemy Not an especially helpful picture colourwise but thats not a massive problem. It has a bit of a dandyish element to it, very sharp but still relaxed enough to be summery. just turning up the bottoms on the trousers makes a big casual statement, and the pocket square and carnation thingy make the jacket more interesting and unique, adding a subtle splash of colour to fairly simple, standard colours.
Will
Actually, I do half agree with @Oliver, there are indeed some great looks on Lookbook. However, alot of the Looks I spot that are ‘great’ consist of clothing that is either a unique creation, DIY’ed, a one off Vintage or made by High-end Designer. For me to create a visual lookbook using items available online I have to find looks that actually make this possible and I REFUSE to pick a safe jeans, boat shoe, shirt combo.
@Jonnyh: I do love that look you chose. However, although it is a look that won’t date easily I do feel it is a look that has been done all before. It’s actually very similar to the style I covered in a previous article:
http://www.fashionbeans.com/mens-look-books/the-classic-indie-look-book-and-essentials/
Much appreciate your comments all the same.
Ash
Holdall?! What holdall?! Don’t you mean an Hermes Birkin? It’s a £5,000 bag and an iconic fashion item of a generation.
GAHH!!. this is very humbling. thanks for featuring my looks. It’s amazing how you pointed out what I had in mind when putting this look together. LOUD — neutral / front row and back row color… or the saying I always go by — “when something talks, let the others walk”
I LOVE LOVE that paisley bowtie, and those shoes — I’ve been dying to have one of those, but unfortunately, I would just have to wait till they have it available for kids (i have a size 5 feet)
Dennis’ look shows how a playful way to incorporate accessories into an outfit — I often use accessories as a ‘talker’ when my clothing is a little quiet down… similar to what he’s done here.
Great Job Ashley, very well written indeed (not just because I’m on here but because you really managed to dissect the elements on every look and explain their presence) I myself have trouble explaining it sometimes to ppl. but you did it very well.
I always love the stuff Dennis puts up on that site,the king of shoes indeed ^^
”I suppose you have to ask yourself whether you’re bold and out there, or subtle and more restrained, either way you still stand out among a sea of superdry t-shirts and jeans.”
agree!