Let's Hear it for the Boys... Part 2

This is going to be a quick post... all about blazers! Blazers can be see everywhere for women these days, so lets focus on the ones for men. They've been worn for years and years, and I personally think they are the BEST and quickest way to pull together a more casual outfit to look a little dressier. I  love love love (love!) a blazer paired with jeans on a guy. Seriously guys, if you don't have a blazer, run to the mall and pick one up (or 2)! Here are are few of my favorite, reasonably priced options available right now! The best part is that all of these blazers can pull double duty when put with dress pants.

1) This is the dressiest of the bunch... but would look great with a pair of dark wash denim.

Nordstrom, pinned here

2) This one has a slight herringbone pattern. A classic.

Banana Republic, pinned here

3) I love this khaki, lightweight option.  I love that it is paired with a classic white shirt, dark denim and a brown leather belt! 

Gap, pinned here

4) Finally, this blue "sport coat" from J.Crew is perfect. It would also look great sans tie.

J.Crew, pinned here

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Happy Sunday!

-kara

Let's hear it for the boys...

Recently, a male friend of mine suggested that I do a regular fashion post for men. I'm hoping these posts will range from my pinterest finds, to suggestions for styles, to photos of real life guys (as in non- catalogue photo shoot pics!) in real life outfits that work. I'm no men's fashion expert, nor do I pretend to be... but I know what I like on a guy and what styles work for certain people! Suggestions for future posts are welcome!

I'm starting this blog series with a pinterest themed post. Here are five looks that I love, head to toe for men that I've 'pinned'.

1) This is from j.crew (which you will find a lot from me, I have an addiction). I love the rugged quality of the jacket, but it's still modern enough to look tailored and clean. Classic, and manly.

2) I feel like polo shirts are always a 'do.'

3) A big (huge really) trend this season is "pops of color." This outfit from gap is just right for the guys. The yellow is bright but not neon. Safe, but still fun and unexpected.

 4) I'm very picky when it comes to the fit of jeans on a guy. I like a straight leg. Not skinny, not wide, not flared or boot cut. Just straight. Thank you.

5) I love the layers here. The sweater is really approaching the "grandpa" line which is what I adore about it. A well fitting pair of khakis never hurt either.

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-kara