Anonymous sent: Hey, I'm going on a vacation this summer to Hawaii for 7 days, and I was curious as to what you would pack on a vacation in the heat of Hawaii?
Vacation
Everyone wants to stay comfortable and cool on vacation while packing as little gear as possible. After all, unless you have some business meetings or important people to meet, it is called vacation for a reason.
Steps to packing light:
- Find a pair of swim trunks that can be worn to the beach, bar or …something else that you do on vacation that starts with a B. One swim suit should be alright for a trip, but I aim for a patterned and solid color pair.
Others: Lands’ End, Boden, h&m
- Lightweight t’s and tanks are all that you need. Don’t be that guy wearing a button up and cargo shorts. Just don’t. It’s vacation, enjoy wearing almost nothing.
If you have a dinner or something formal, then I would suggest a lightweight button up. But only one. Loosely buttoned. And accustomed to late night swims.
- Some people have problems with flip flops, So I would go with a pair of Vans or Espadrilles that you can easily dump sand out of. And skateboard in. And spill drinks on.
No socks.
Do it.
I find it easiest to roll my shirts when I pack to save space. Then again I don’t pack very often, so someone else might have a better suggestion. But probably not, because YouTube told me so. And the Tube is always right.
Oh, and enjoy Hawaii.
Aloha.
Hope this helps!
Spring Essentials
Have you ever tried on a lightweight shirt before? If your answer is no, then I suggest you do. It really makes a difference when it’s hot outside and you want something other than a t-shirt. The light cotton blend feels like nothing when worn.
Thanks Dillon.
I really like the shirt-tucked-in look. But it doesn’t always look right, so don’t force it.
Go with what your instinct tells you, it’s usually right.
And if the length of the shirt is proper, then leave it out.
Miss a few buttons.
Roll your sleeves up a little further.
And enjoy this weather before you’re complaining about how it’s to hot out.
Shirt: J. Crew
Pants: Dockers
Shoes: Tiger
(Source: plaint-shirt.com)
Spend a lot of time on my phone.
Details.
Anonymous sent: in your opinion, can a person ever be too old to wear all these bracelets that are out in the market now? or too many at once? I already wear a silver bracelet on one wrist an a watch in the other. btw, I'm in my early 30's.
Wrist Game x Grown Men.
A lot of men are subject to some type of uniform. And if you’re not, then good for you. Enjoy it.
But no matter what, it’s great to bring a little personality to the table. Regardless of your age. Older people still have a personality, don’t they?
There is no age limit on wearing bracelets. You just have to be careful as to what you choose to put on your wrist.
Or else.
Scene:
Me:
Oh I’ve chosen my bracelets carefully Anon, perhaps you should have done the same.
Anon:
This is blasphemy,
This is FASHION.
Me:
(pause, looks back at Tumblr dashboard)
Fashion?
THIS IS #MENSWEAR.
Kick to the chest.
Fin.
Just kidding, this isn’t that serious of an issue. Anyone can wear these.
Depending on your and what you do throughout the day, they do add a sense of yourself. I have seen plenty of grown men wear beads/bracelets. Just be aware of what you are wearing.
For example:
Personally, I would avoid ones that are overly sartorial. Go for a more casual and refined bracelet. The websites most of this man jewelry are featured on reflect their maturity. J. Crew and Giles & Brother are more mature while AE and ASOS is for a younger crowd.
Unless you’re Kanye West.
In which case there is no difference.
Go silly band crazy.
Hope this helps!
Anonymous sent: (Part 1) Hey Jace, question: I'm a 17 year old kid, and I follow a lot of you menswear dudes(/girlsack). And the way you guy's dress inspire me to dress and look better. However, do you think that by wearing the double monk straps, ties, $300 oxford/chambray shirts etc, would be a little too much for a kid like me?
#menswear.
Men.
Monks, expensive shirts and ties are great, but they set certain standards. Standards for the working man who can buy/afford those items. But that is all age appropriate. There are levels of menswear and you’re just jumping right to the top.
A 17 year old kid shouldn’t be worrying about buying double monks. Starting early in any aspect is great, but you’re going to grow and change and so will your sense of style. You should definitely enjoy dressing your age; you have plenty of time for chambray and oxfords.
At the same time, if you don’t like snapbacks, then don’t wear them. There are ways to “transition” in to another style by wearing (or not wearing) certain items. Items like a basic sweater or buc could be more suitable. Timeless items.
Now, if you got the dough for some double monks, go monk on ‘em bro.
When I was 17, I was sitting in Aaron’s basement having link sys 360 parties, chasing girls and worrying about matching Nike socks with Nike shoes during basketball games (you play how you look).
Now I only do two of those things.
Red ring of death, devastation.
Find your own style, don’t let influences choose for you.
Enjoy being young. And gym class. And subwoofers. And local shows. And not having to wear a tie everyday. And shorts. And Vans.
Hope this helps!
