Greetings Gentle Readers, Sartorially Savvy here with a tag on an article featured last week. The Design and PR Teams of Baby Phat were kind enough to send us some ways to Keep Up in the fashion world. They gave some great advice for the ladies, so, we decided to parlay off what they offered and put the fellas on game… (Our input is listed in bold below the original)
Do go out and be a social butterfly. Style is a way of life and the fashion world is closely-knit. Go out and meet people, build relationships and show off your style!!!
This is true for both genders. Social events are excellent venues to show off your personal style. You always want to make sure you put your best (bamboo buckled Gucci loafered) foot forward!
Do attend fashion week shows, they set the tone for the seasons to come. Anyone trying to keep up in the fashion world will have loads of stories surrounding Fashion Week, weather it's NY, Paris or LA. Try to get out to the shows. If you cannot make it, look at footage online. You cannot keep up if you do not know what's hot on the runway!
It’s cool to attend fashion shows if you can. The opportunity to go and see men’s shows isn’t as prevalent as it is for the women, b/c there simply aren’t as many, however, if you want to check out the ladies shows, by all means, do so. You might just meet a stunner who catches your eye. But to not miss a beat as to what’s going on on the runways, we recommend checking websites of your favorite fashion magazines to check the collections. That way you can see what’s new and hot, and incorporate it into your wardrobe.
Do read all fashion publications and stay on top of trends (styles and color) use them for inspiration. From Vogue to Harpers you should read through these pages every month. Read the articles. Rip out pictures. Be inspired. If you want to know the color of the season, you'll find in within the pages of your favorite fashion publication.
We couldn’t agree more!! We live by our GQ and Details; it’d be a sad month without them. The advice given by team Baby Phat is pretty gender neutral and really sound. Just switch out “Vogue and Harpers” to L’Uomo Vogue, Esquire, GQ, Details, Nylon Guys, or whatever you read every month. You’ll find yourself good and current on more than just the fashion world.
This is true for both genders. Social events are excellent venues to show off your personal style. You always want to make sure you put your best (bamboo buckled Gucci loafered) foot forward!
Do attend fashion week shows, they set the tone for the seasons to come. Anyone trying to keep up in the fashion world will have loads of stories surrounding Fashion Week, weather it's NY, Paris or LA. Try to get out to the shows. If you cannot make it, look at footage online. You cannot keep up if you do not know what's hot on the runway!
It’s cool to attend fashion shows if you can. The opportunity to go and see men’s shows isn’t as prevalent as it is for the women, b/c there simply aren’t as many, however, if you want to check out the ladies shows, by all means, do so. You might just meet a stunner who catches your eye. But to not miss a beat as to what’s going on on the runways, we recommend checking websites of your favorite fashion magazines to check the collections. That way you can see what’s new and hot, and incorporate it into your wardrobe.
Do read all fashion publications and stay on top of trends (styles and color) use them for inspiration. From Vogue to Harpers you should read through these pages every month. Read the articles. Rip out pictures. Be inspired. If you want to know the color of the season, you'll find in within the pages of your favorite fashion publication.
We couldn’t agree more!! We live by our GQ and Details; it’d be a sad month without them. The advice given by team Baby Phat is pretty gender neutral and really sound. Just switch out “Vogue and Harpers” to L’Uomo Vogue, Esquire, GQ, Details, Nylon Guys, or whatever you read every month. You’ll find yourself good and current on more than just the fashion world.
Do read WWD everyday!!! You'll find everything from articles on top designers to breaking news in the fashion industry. The WWD keeps you in the know.
To this we’d say, instead of Women’s Wear Daily (which is what WWD stands for) we’d suggest men.style.com. The coverage is quite comprehensive; you’ll be hard pressed to not find what you’re looking for.
Do KNOW your designers. Be able to recognize signature pieces. Imagine rushing down 5th ave trying to make it to the office in time, when you notice a fashionista with to die for pumps on. Without enough time to ask any questions you quickly notice the red bottom on her shoe. Return to your desk and instantaneously go online to Bergdorf and find the Christian Louboutin pumps. What happens if you didn't know who was famous for the red bottom? Should we say... doomed?
Once again, we wholeheartedly concur. We’d switch out pumps for horse bit buckle loafers for the fellas. You could pop on your Blackberry to Nieman’s website and know that those loafers you’re coveting come straight from the new Gucci cruise collection. Crisis averted.
Do know your size. Fit is everything! Too big never works. Too small even worse. Know your size. Get a tailor. Make your clothes work for you!
Now gentle readers, we should all know by now how S dot Savvy feels about fit and sizing. We’ve written entire articles, in great details, about it (see here)
To this we’d say, instead of Women’s Wear Daily (which is what WWD stands for) we’d suggest men.style.com. The coverage is quite comprehensive; you’ll be hard pressed to not find what you’re looking for.
Do KNOW your designers. Be able to recognize signature pieces. Imagine rushing down 5th ave trying to make it to the office in time, when you notice a fashionista with to die for pumps on. Without enough time to ask any questions you quickly notice the red bottom on her shoe. Return to your desk and instantaneously go online to Bergdorf and find the Christian Louboutin pumps. What happens if you didn't know who was famous for the red bottom? Should we say... doomed?
Once again, we wholeheartedly concur. We’d switch out pumps for horse bit buckle loafers for the fellas. You could pop on your Blackberry to Nieman’s website and know that those loafers you’re coveting come straight from the new Gucci cruise collection. Crisis averted.
Do know your size. Fit is everything! Too big never works. Too small even worse. Know your size. Get a tailor. Make your clothes work for you!
Now gentle readers, we should all know by now how S dot Savvy feels about fit and sizing. We’ve written entire articles, in great details, about it (see here)
Do try new things. Be bold. Be daring. Don't be afraid to pair those red pumps with a leopard jacket. It's your world. Live it!!!
Fellas, definitely try new things!! …within reason. For example, skinny jeans… It ain’t for everybody! However, we encourage you to try a new color, or mix up your go-to’s. Like instead of your favorite jeans, try a pair of khaki’s or chinos one day for a more polished look.
Fellas, definitely try new things!! …within reason. For example, skinny jeans… It ain’t for everybody! However, we encourage you to try a new color, or mix up your go-to’s. Like instead of your favorite jeans, try a pair of khaki’s or chinos one day for a more polished look.
Do keep tight relationships with contacts. Like the world in general, the fashion world is a small world. In fashion, it's important to keep a good rapport with colleagues. Follow up. Meet up. Brunch, Lunch and Dinners are a way of life!
This is also great advice!! Use that iPhone, Treo, Blackberry!!! Store those contacts and while you’re chillin’ on the train, or waiting for that next meeting or class to start, send out a quick email to a new contact you established. You never know who knows who or what. You might miss out because you’re slackin’!!!
Do read the masthead. Familiarize yourself with top fashion editors. Anna Wintour. Andre Leon Talley. Glenda Bailey. Meredith Melling Burke. Please know who they are!
Simply put, we live by the masthead. Ask the Socialite, she’ll tell you! We’re trying to be friends with Jim Nelson, Adam Rapoport, Daniel Peres, and Michael Macko. Just saying…
This is also great advice!! Use that iPhone, Treo, Blackberry!!! Store those contacts and while you’re chillin’ on the train, or waiting for that next meeting or class to start, send out a quick email to a new contact you established. You never know who knows who or what. You might miss out because you’re slackin’!!!
Do read the masthead. Familiarize yourself with top fashion editors. Anna Wintour. Andre Leon Talley. Glenda Bailey. Meredith Melling Burke. Please know who they are!
Simply put, we live by the masthead. Ask the Socialite, she’ll tell you! We’re trying to be friends with Jim Nelson, Adam Rapoport, Daniel Peres, and Michael Macko. Just saying…
Don't starve yourself. God did not intend for the entire world to be a size 0
As men, we don’t really starve ourselves… But I would say, eat healthier, if not to fit into your ideal size, but to live a longer happier, healthier life, and enjoy the Burberry trench coat that you’ve invested in!
Don't believe the hype. Every trend is NOT to be followed
Once again, we’ll go back to the skinny jeans example we used above… It ain’t for everybody!!! If you have the body to pull it off, then by all means, indulge, however, if “skinny” isn’t exactly your cut, stick to what works and flatters YOU and YOUR body. (This applies to both genders)
Don't over do it. Be natural. Do what makes you feel good.
We couldn’t agree more. There’s no need for the Ed Hardy hoodie with the Christian Audigier screen tee and the studded True Religion’s. It’s just a bit much. Tone it down about 10 notches.
That being said gentle readers, we hope that both genders feel abreast on how to Keep Up… with the fashion world. As always, we’re here to answer any questions you might have!!! Until next time… We remain,
Stylishly Yours,
Sartorially Savvy
“Fashions fade, but style is eternal” ~ Yves Saint Laurent
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Racist Joke About Malkin Incident (Fox Sports 970) Inappropriate!
Pittsburgh Penguins standout and NHL scoring leader Evgeni Malkin should answer to the NHL for his disgraceful hit to the head of Kings forward Wayne Simmonds in the waning seconds of the Penguins’ 4-1 victory over the Kings Friday at Pittsburgh.
Malkin got his left shoulder into Simmonds’ face as Simmonds was pursuing the puck, and the blow clearly dazed Simmonds for a few seconds. It was a needless, senseless play seconds before the end of a game that had been decided — and it’s exactly the kind of shot to the head that the NHL claims it’s intent on ending.
Wayne Simmonds is a professional ice hockey player, currently playing as a right wing for the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League (NHL). He is one of a small number of black players in the league. A right-handed shooter, Simmonds was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the second round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, 61st overall.
It’s inappropriate to recite the racist joke that the men at Fox Sports 970 decided to share about the Malkin incident Saturday evening. In short, they thought it was hysterically funny to make a racist joke about the NHL being racist, the color of the puck, and the like. It obviously likens Wayne Simmonds to a hockey puck and played on a long-standing African-American racist slur.
To Pittsburgh’s absolute shame and regret no one made a fuss about how inappropriate the racist joke was. As a city we should do something more! But, what?
Apparently, Fox Sports 970 wanted tongues furiously wagging, enraged emails, letters and phone calls pouring in. Now they will put forth the predictable defense calling this a parody, a free speech right, and harmless spoofery.
George Lopez, D.L. Hughley and Eddie Murphy all talk about race in their jokes. However, they understand the fine line between what is funny and what is truly offensive. People who don’t get this go into entertainment purgatory and pay for their sins. Can you say Don Imus?
Will Simmonds get any justice?
Similar to the drawing, from famed cartoonist Sean Delonas (a cartoon likening the author of the stimulus bill, perhaps President Barack Obama, with a rabid chimpanzee graced the pages of the New York Post), the Fox Sports 970 racist joke was rife with violent imagery and racial undertones.
Nonetheless, the most important question? Does the NHL apply equally to grunts and superstars.
No consideration should be given to the fact that the Penguins are in the thick of a playoff race. Malkin should have considered that before he delivered that very dangerous blow to Simmonds’ head.
First known as “970 The Burgh,” today, WBGG-AM calls itself “Fox Sports Radio 970.” It is one of the premier destinations for Pittsburgh-area sports fans, serving as a flagship for the Steelers, Penguins and University of Pittsburgh Radio Networks.
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