Omar's Coming

Michael K. Williams portrayed one of the most unique, captivating, and iconic characters in fiction, Omar on HBO's the wire.  He does not get as much work as he deserves.  While his new role on Boardwalk Empire has not given him enough scenery to chew (with the exception of the torture scene), it has given him the opportunity to step up his style game.  He's come along way from the tie over the t-shirt and bomber jacket at Bird's court case.  This GQ photo shoot, show's how my favorite outfit, the three piece suit can be versatile.

Oh yeah, and I me Mr. Williams at Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter's screening of the series finale of the wire at city hall.  That was awesome.

I Need To Live in This Shit

My epically cool girlfriend showed me these pics, and we've both decided we're biting all this shit for our place we're getting together.   I love the color of this room, found at gaitainteriors.com, not a huge fan of flower paintings or that lamp shade...

but that's why we'll incorporate these silhouette pieces that are super easy to make ourselves, from http://bahrainidiva.blogspot.com which is a really sick design blog.

Can't you all see me sitting on that couch with some whiskey, reading a book?  So fucking classy.

More Gilt!

With a few days of what I'm assuming is just a tease of slightly warmer weather has me thinking spring.  This means jacket and sweater weather.  Two items on Gilt from Ben Sherman have me fighting to keep my wallet in my pocket, seeing as though I'm trying to save money.  I might buckle.  Give me strength Signature Style Nation.

Wool Plaid Peacoat.  The length, color, buttons, and epaulette's keep this from being another tired peacoat and will help you stand out.

Double Breasted Lambswool Cardigan.  There is not one word in that description that I don't like.  This sweater could be worn so many different ways.  I would love to see it worn with two less buttons done, creating a massive V, making one's shoulders look wider and showing off whatever shirt/tie combo you're inspired by right now.

Gilt

These are sick!

Helm Leather and Cavas Lace Up Boots.

$219 on Gilt

Gilt

Gilt is a website that offers top of the line items for as much as 70% off.  Everyday new sales are added usually organized by designers.  Right now though,  they have a collection of coats from several different designers, and there is a trio of coats that I need for next winter.

This Hickey Wool Herringbone Topcoat, is a little out of my price range even with the 70% off, but this is one essential piece that is not in my collection.  Nothing is more appropriate to wear to work than a coat like this.

I have a khaki trenchcoat right now that I need to take to the tailor to add some accenting, but this Allegri Wool Trench Coat creates a really interesting silhouette.  I just want a black trenchcoat so I can feel like a detective

This is the best buy I saw on there, for $179 this Hyden Yoo Wool Contrast Sleeve Coat, just shouts, "BUY ME ADAM"  This is a really retro looking coat to me without looking cheesy.

This really was a post of things I'm going to do,  going to have.  It was a fantasy post.  Maybe this time next year I'll put up a post with me wearing comparable versions of each one.

Living in Style

My beautiful girlfriend came to visit me in Boston this past weekend, and as part of her visit, we went and looked at this gated community we're hoping to live in when she moves here in the spring.  Both of us have been looking at furniture that we can't afford and won't have room for.  When we do move in though, I'll talk about streamlining your living space on a budget, just like I do with my clothes.  Your home should make you feel safe, and comfortable, and be en extension of your style.  This restoration hardware ad is exactly what I want my office to look like some day, except instead of a map behind me, I want a life size portrait of myself in victorian clothing in front of a fireplace.  It's my dream, it's only slightly tongue in cheek.  And if you know any artists that would hook me up, let me know.  Meanwhile, admire this room.  It's simple, minimalistic, and classic.

Dress Like a Man of the Year

GQ's recent Men of the Year issue named designer Simon Spurr as one of the designers of the year.  Along with sharing my tastes and limited knowledge with you, I am also always trying to find new fashion both in and out of my price range.  I'm all about dressing well without spending a lot, I'm the middle class Chuck Bass, but sometimes, i can't help but share something I assume I'll never be able to afford.  These suits fall into that category.

A plaid suit is definitely on my list of things I need, but the two suits above are making it hard for me to decide how large the gingham should be.   I'm torn.  They both grab attention.

The three piece grey suit is my favorite look right now, I just bought a Brooks Brothers Golden Fleece 3 piece suit from a thrift store recently, and have yet to wear it, this picture makes me want to change that immediately...as well as invest in driving gloves.

Is anyone else compelled to buy an umbrella?   I think it just got added to my "things i need" list.

There's something about a three piece suit that just screams classic and timeless to me, and the fact that you can remove the jacket and still have more than just a shirt and tie on, is appealing to me.  Roger Sterling is a far superior dresser than Don Draper in my opinion.

All images from Simon Spurr's website.

Johnston and Murphy Polk Tall Lace-Up Boot

I'm about to go to bed, but as usual I'm stuck in my head with a thousand things running around, fighting for dominance. One of those thoughts that jumped out is that I'll be walking through the snow again here in Boston.  Johnston and Murphy, one of my favorite shoe companies is having a clearance sale, and these look perfect to wear at work, but tough enough to trek through the sludge.  They're sweet.