Starting April / Brass Buttons

Remember the blazer I bought in December? Well, I'm ready with the buttons and I can't wait to start wearing it ;)

Here's a couple cool ways to wear a brass button blazer, but I'm also going to hook it with my red pants ;)

Turo Silver Label S/S 09

Faconnable Helsinki

EDIT: The trouser length on both photos is killing me!

Gentleman Get-Together

I bet they're talking about swiss watches, cuban cigars and of course, women...

Very chic gentlemen that's for sure.

photo: The Sartorialist

Hamptons Preppy

Inspiration: Hamptons, the classic playground of socialites and upper class.

Jacket: Paul Smith

Rugby shirt: Polo Ralph Lauren

Jeans: Paul Smith

Shoes: Prada Sport

Weekend bag: Hermès

A Navy DB

A double-breasted blazer/club jacket is a sartorial classic; usually worn with chinos or grey trousers, but nowadays you can easily hook it up with a pair of red or white pants, worn out jeans or even shorts.

DB's usually look the best on guys in their 50's or 60's, but if you're a young guy that can easily pull off blazers and suits, then I recommend going for a DB.

Italian gentleman

Photo: The Sartorialist

Sebastian, Stockholm

photo: feber.se

Tommy Hilfiger S/S 09

Tommy Hilfiger S/S 08

2 last photos: men.style.com

Spring / Aviators, Pinstripes And The Right Fit

It's finally starting to get warmer outside and the sun is out, I can't wait to start wearing spring clothes <3

But there is a couple things you should remember at this time of the year; 

-After a long dark winter the sun can be pretty hard on your eyes, so wear a pair of sunglasses to avoid a massive headache and tiredness.

-In spring it's usually really nice and warm in the daytime but don't wear a light jacket yet, because when it gets a little cloudy or a little late, you're going to be freezing.

EDIT: Let this photo be an example not only on functional clothes in this weather, but also on trouser length and how your jacket should fit.

Mr. Lalle Johnson

Sweden's most stylish man -08, top stylist Lalle Johnson's outfits always inspire me, he really knows how to keep his clothes quite simple, but still stand out.

Another thing what I like about him is that he uses many of the same little details that I use; rolled up pants, colorful socks or no socks, leather items always match... etc. (and no, I didn't copy his style) not to mention he's a huge fan of the sartorialist. 

Photos: kingmagazine.se & stureplan.se

Sand Pink Label

Danish Sand presents their new colorful and brave Pink Label.

Mr. Soren Sand.

Photos: cafe.se

One Sleek Guy

He's name is Fredrik and he lives in Stockholm, that's all I know about him, but he is one sleek guy that's for sure.

 I just love his style (very similar to mine, but more details) and it's funny to see somebody wear a lot of the same stuff that I wear.

Photos: The Sartorialist & feber.se

Suit Yourself

A spring suit is a cool cat's essential.

I think the coolest spring suits are navy colored ones; it can be dressed up (silk tie, leather shoes) or down (sneakers, lose the tie or wear a knitted one), the jacket and the pants can also be worn separately.

Ian, New York

Jacques, Paris

Stylist George Cortina, Paris

Photos: The Sartorialist

I <3 Paul Smith

Inspiration: A punch of colorful into your wardrobe.

Shoes: Converse

Everything else: Paul Smith S/S 09

More Brothers S/S 09

More hot stuff from Brothers' spring collection...

Go For Layers!

Whether you throw a casual jacket over a blazer or a trenchcoat over your suit, this spring it's all about layering and the mix of fabrics and textures it brings to your look.

Brunello Cucinelli S/S 09

Tiger of Sweden S/S 09

Polo Ralph Lauren S/S 09

Benetton S/S 09

I just love Benetton's color combinations and the whole summer vibe.

The Italian Spring #2

This is something I see Italian men do all the time; wearing a good-looking blazer as a spring/fall jacket.

As you know it's not summer yet and you don't want to get sick, so you should wear a sweater under the jacket, probably something on the thicker side.

Jacket: Acne

Sweater: La Boutique Du Cachemire

Jeans: Lanvin

Shoes: Paul Smith

Belt: Forzieri

Scarf: Vivienne Westwood

Socks: Paul Smith

The Italian Spring

I was very inspired by the well-fitting spring jackets and silk scarves seen on Lardini's S/S 09 collection, and after that I've seen these two items quite a lot on Italian menswear collections.

Jacket: CP Company

Sweater: Hugo Boss

Shirt: Topman

Belt: Prada

Pants: Polo Ralph Lauren

Shoes: Prada

Silk Scarf: Dolce&Gabbana

Sunglasses: Persol

photo: Lardini S/S 09

Mr. Lino Ieluzzi

I think Lino Ieluzzi, the owner of Milanese Al Bazar, is somebody we can all learn from; just take a look at the perfect proportions, little style quirks (gloves in breast pocket, scarf in the side pocket etc.) and the sprezzatura!

If you like the classic Italian style, this is what you should aim for.

"Style is not fashion, it's something we have inside."

Lino Ieluzzi

Photos: The Sartorialist

The Sailing Gentleman

One thing to remember when going for the sailor-look, true sailors wear no other colors than blue, white and red.

Oh, and make sure your jacket is (almost)waterproof and everybody sees your watch. ;)

Jacket: Moncler

Piqué: Thom Browne

Shorts: Sperry Topsider

Boat shoes: Superga

Sunglasses: Persol

Watch: Rolex Submariner