Occasionally I'm asked if I can style someone for an event, or assist with building a wardrobe. I love helping people look their best! But Sunday, I had my most important "client" to date - Mr. BF. When we first met, my main squeeze was quite the savvy dresser - jackets that fit perfectly, interesting shirt/sweater combinations...I don't think he even owned a pair of jeans! But I guess six years of marriage challenged his apparel a bit (and perhaps the fact that his wife appropriates considerable space in our tiny, Boston closets). Lately he's fallen into a rut of jeans and plaid shirts. He decided it was time to do a little shopping, try something new, and get sartorially set for fall.
We spent a good amount of time (along with Edem of The Urbane Club) at Banana Republic, trying on sweaters and pants. I have to hand it to Mr. BF - there was an entire wall of plaid shirts, calling to him like a siren, but he really stepped outside his comfort zone to try on sweaters in...I can't believe I am saying this...actual colors. At the urging of myself and Edem, he tried on a camel coat and he liked it!
I'm hoping to convince Mr. BF to make a cameo appearance on the blog in some of his new digs - he looks seriously dapper. What's your favorite menswear look? Do you prefer an edgy quality, or pulled-together, classic style?
Chandelier print top: Trinity (via Mint Julep)
Jeans: Gap
Boots: Walter Steiger (vintage)
Coat: Searle
Stole: purchased on vacation in Peru
Your outfit looks great! I love your coat. It looks very comfy and stylish.
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I like it when an outfit has a twist of interest. Not too edgy because then it can look like they're trying too hard. Not too classic, because well then it's just boring. I think it'd be great if you could convince the BF to make a guest appearance in his new digs. Male fashion is too under represented! xoxo
ReplyDeleteOh lady, I had a moment like this of my own this weekend when my Mr. was shopping on Nordstrom.com this weekend looking at sweaters too. I just wanted to burst with excitement (but held it in b/c I don't want to freak him out.)
ReplyDeleteI hope Mr. Boston Fashionista makes a cameo - maybe I can use it to help propel my Mr. into taking that leap into the sweater universe. :)
Sorry for cursing but I F**KING love that coat!
ReplyDelete@dana Thanks! Do you want to buy it?? [Yes, inside joke.]
ReplyDeleteReal cheap, Dana. :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love when my hubby gets spruced up for work; I love documenting his style in my Husbandswear series!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely LOVE this coat. And the fur stole compliments it incredibly. Very, very chic.
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Love the coat & boots together. Also, do I spy that Starbucks has its Christmas cups now??
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ReplyDeleteI hope he lets you show off his new clothes!
ReplyDeleteLove that Mr BF had you take him on a shopping trip! Also these photos are gorgeous of you and I love the fall backdrop!
ReplyDeleteLove the coat and hope to see Mr. BF picks soon!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see Mr. BF's new looks! And love your coat and that Mint Julep blouse. I need to make a trip over there soon.
ReplyDeleteI like my husband in more classic/traditional styles, and luckily that's what he likes too. My favorite look on him is dress pants, a white oxford shirt and a camel hair sportcoat.
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