The Bow Tie Society: FALL IS HERE, What are you going to do about it?

So as many of you have noticed those breezes that we so much appreciated in the summer are continually getting colder and not so appreciated. Simply put fall is here. That means its time to bring out those fall and winter wardrobes. Luckily for you we are going to do some features in the next few weeks on fall and winter style to make sure that you stay warm, look crisp, and keep those heads turning. This post in particular, we will look at the essence or base of a few different styles that we connect with, and that I think will be important staples in making sure you stay fresh. Who said cold weather equals hibernation, in our groups it means another chance to live in society.

Warning: MIX THEM UP and KEEP IT SIMPLE

Classic: This can also be classified as traditional. One of the staples in our society and culture. It's about layers, knits, sweaters, ties, oxfords, and Sperry’s. Thom Browne and Ralph Lauren are examples of designers who do this well. Check out Ralph Lauren Style guide for tips on how to do it: http://style.ralphlauren.com/askralph/styleguide.asp?section=6#6

Thom Browne knows what it means to be classic and dress to an occasion

Site: www.thombrowne.com

The Satorialist is always a great place for inspiration

Site: www.thesartorialist.blogspot.com/

Ralph Lauren is of course the king of functional clean clothing

Site:www.ralphlauren.com

Site: www.Jcrew.com

Prep: This is collegiate and prep school sort of Boston circa 1950s. Its about colors, fun, and elements. Examples of companies that do it well are Rugby, Jcrew, Lily Pulitzer, and Bowdoin.

The people at street etiquette do urban prep so well.

site: http://streetetiquette.com/

Gossip Girl offers good prep style.

Site: www.details.com

Site: www.rugby.com

Vashtie continually kills it and redefines style

Site:www.vashtie.com/

Streetwear: This is based on a more hipster and subculture themes and is about expressing yourself and personality. It involves color and at times is more retro and skateboard based in nature. Streetwear is about expression and companies such a Supreme, Ten Deep, and Stussy do it well.

Site:http://hypebeast.com/2009/10/cool-trans-supreme-2009-fallwinter-collection-lookbook/

Streetwear Icon: Levi Maestro

Site: www.levimaestro.com

Pharrell Williams: Everyone's favorite Streetwear kid

Site: www.complex.com/.../ 2009/06/pharrell-lead1.jpg

Sexy/Sleek: This is based on modern and very tailored clothing. I think it is best done with black and darker colors to add an edge. Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, and Armani are some great examples