DEFINING THE MODERN GENTLEMAN
Personal advice based on experience and situations I have witnessed along the years on general tips when creating and owning your own style and how to keep it going for years at ease.
What are Jacket Lapels? To begin, it is important to focus on the basis – understanding lapels. Lapels can be defined as the folded flaps of cloth on the front panel of a jacket formed from the collar area down to the top jacket button. These are usually crafted by sewing two layer of the front panel together then attaching…
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Trends do exist in the tailoring world. Yes, its a very timeless industry and your custom garment can still stand the times in decades to come, but there are subtle details that come and go which define different eras and add a touch of modern sensibility to a commissioned garment. Today we’ll be discussing through a style that is back…
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I’m sure most of you are familiar with the dress code “black tie” but many don’t really understand what it means beyond its formal connotations and its association with tuxedos and utmost formality. Kudos to those who are able to note that some of the pointers I’ve just stated are wrong about the dress code “black tie”, and I’ll give…
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To my dapper-infused gents, I am confident that you now understand how to remain stylish and tailored in the heat. Nonetheless, there is still one slight aspect that remains and needs addressing; ‘there are events and occasions with a sense of formality which still require a form of suiting.’ Although this holds to be true, we still encounter some difficulty…
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Since the introduction of my tailoring lifestyle brand – a brand which one of its main aims is to assist and nurture a younger generation through the navigation of the tailoring industry as well as flourish their appreciation of the fine and impeccable art of the industry in a contemporary manner; I remain inspired to use my platform as an…
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In this post we will be focussing on the lack of bravery, deliberation and personality in menswear which leads to a less versatile wardrobe and which calls for an announcement to “revise your style”. The chosen item is a tailored pure wool shawl lapel which can offer a stylish and sophisticated touch to a casual outfit. To begin with, I…
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First and Foremost, I’d like to say a massive thank you to all the readers and followers of YinkaJermaine.com for all the unconditional support, encouragement and relationships that have been established over the 2 and a half years that I’ve had my men’s style blog running. I would also like to extend my gratitude to all the collaborations and partnerships…
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Sunglasses are a great style accessory and a staple item for any style conscious man. Now that the spring is approaching, sunglasses should be considered a necessity to complete any outfit. They are the perfect multipurpose accessory that protects you’re eyes from the sun but also can deliver that iconic style. However, although there are so many variations of sunglasses,…
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Mango Man formerly known as H.E. By Mango is a brand that i’ve had a growing connection with, and the Mango Man SS16 collection has done nothing but strengthen it. Stronger focus on the outfit styles, fabric, outwear selections and designs all work complimentarily when styling the modern gentleman, without reaching too deep into your pockets. I’ve seen a growing…
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As you know, the focus on the menswear fashion industry is relatively new compared to that of the female fashion industry. If we take a moment to reflect on the differences, you can tell that a crazy amount of risks and creativity has been put into the female industry that has created a vast amount of style variations, colours, combinations…
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