Winter Slacks - Flannel?? Really??

All,

Its time to start looking at your winter pants. While most of us wait for x-mas in hopes that we get "hooked up" the reality is that never really happens.

I just made some awesome flannel slacks. (you might be asking... like Al from tool time?? or maybe Paul Bunyan??) Flannel is very misunderstood. Flannel can come in solid colors and provides warmth on a cold winters walk from the car to the office. Once in the office however you won't be sweating or have the need to chop down any trees!!

Flannel is very acceptable in an office environment. You can even make a whole suit of out flannel and share the new warmth with your upper body!!

Until next time,

DGN

When to wear Brown Shoes

All,

Sorry for not keeping up with the blog of late. Things have been crazy these past few weeks. I have been working on a new house my girlfriend and I just purchased, work has been going crazy with our trunk show and x-mas, and some other personal challenges. BUT I AM BACK!!

Anyways, I was speaking with a few gentleman the other day and they were asking me questions about what is appropriate in business clothing these days. (Because of the nature of my work, I tend to get bombarded with these questions every time I am out..) The conversation revolved around when it is appropriate to wear brown shoes. So I figured I would outline when to wear what type of shoes in general:

• Brown Lace-Up's - Blue Suit, Light Gray Suit, any Earth Tone Suit, Possible Sport Coat Combo (Scoot)
• Black Lace-Up's - Dark Gray Suit, Black Suit, Tux
• Brown Slip-On's - Blue, Light Gray, or Earth Tone Dress Slacks and a Button up With or without a Sport Coat, Jeans, Khakis
• Black Slip On's - Black or Dark Gray Dress Slacks and a Button up With or without a sport coat, Jeans (when the outfit requires)

I am finding that the younger my clients are the more open they are to wearing brown shoes with almost everything. Its a statement when you strap Brown Shoes on with a Gray suit!!

Overall remember the RULE OF THUMB HERE: "Every Suit Deserves Laces"

Until Next Time,

DGN