TOP 5 WEDDING LOOKS FOR MEN | SUMMER '21

 We all know that Spring is wedding season all

 throughout Africa. When September starts so do the

 wedding festivities. Although this year looks a 

bit different logistically that doesn't change 

anything fashion wise.

1. Suit and shorts

There is no other way to explain how much

 we love this look. Not many can pull this look 

off but those that try somehow 

tend to make it work for them.

Recommends:

Play around with colours to don't be shy 

but make sure its colours you can still 

incorporate with other items. When

 it comes to the shorts, chinos also work 

so don't count them out.

Celeb inspired

Above:

 Pharrell Williams made sure he didn't 

disappoint at the 2014 Oscars.

2. Linen

Well-known to be a hit for beach weddings,

linen is a great choice during the scorching summer 

wedding season. Its light weight material 

makes it breathable and super comfortable to

make it through any wedding. 

Recommends:

Beige, White, Navy and Light Blue

Ballin on a budget: AliExpress for R808.99 

Moderate spending: Woolworths for R 2999

High end: Tagilatore for $518

Celeb inspired

Above:

Who can ever forget Tinie Tempah's 

flamboyant era of suit selections?

 We definitely remember this linen look classic! 

3. Matching two-piece

It goes without saying that not everyone can pull 

this look off. Same colour coordination can 

sometimes come across as boring or too much if 

done incorrectly especially if there isn't anything

 breaking the colour such as a print or another colour.

Recommends:

For affordable two-piece suits check out

  Markhams

Celeb inspired look

Above:

Common definitely came

 through with this look what do you think?

4. Semi-Formal

We can all agree that the strict dress code 

that once existed at weddings has

 somehow fizzled as the years went by. We are now

graced with more semi-casual looks that take

 the pressure off trying to find the appropriate 

wear for such an occasion. A statement blazer

 is never a bad start with this look.

Recommends

For amazing signature

 blazers you cant go wrong with

Rosey Vittori Tie dye blazer R945

Twisted Tailor  Floral Jaquard blazer R3034

Celeb Inspired:

Above:

Childish Gambino definitely served this look 

without question. The statement blazer 

to compliment the simple finishing touch to

 his overall look.

Above:

Maps Maponyane giving us almost too casual 

vibes but added the blazer and signature hat

to complete this simple yet semi-formal look.

5. African Print wear

I hope you do know that African print

 is not just for traditional weddings right? If you

do great we glad that's clear and out the way.

Recommends

Well lets say it depends what you looking for here;

Something unique: Mzukisi Mbane

Moderate pricing: Laviye

Chic: Haute Africa

Designer Collections: Ohema Ohene

Celeb inspired:

Above: 

Bolanle Ninalowo understood the

 assignment when he rocked this look.

A break from the traditional African print.

 Above:

Who can forget the African 

style icon Jidenna a.k.a the classic man.

He definitely bring the heat when it 

comes to African print inspired looks

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10 MUST HAVE ACCESSORIES FOR EVERY MAN

 Every man should aspire to be the best version of

 themselves. Apart from self care to accompany 

their sense of style when it comes to fashion

 accessories should be included. Accessories

 definitely complete ones look entirely.

1. Watch

A wrist watch should be your

 best friend in the accessory department.

Men who appreciate a signature watch

understand the investment.

2. Wallet

The closet thing to a man should be

 his wallet. This is one item that is never 

forgotten & always carried around. The

 best type of wallet is a card holder. Unlike 

woman we don't need extra or carry

 unnecessary things really.

Recommends:

Stick to leather & black or

 brown colours.

3. Sunglasses

Above: 

Jacques Marie five year

 anniversary limited edition 

sunglasses

When it comes to sunglasses its

 not merely the type of sunglasses

but rather the shape of the sunglasses

 that make all the difference.

Recommends:

Always go for sunglasses that

 compliment the shape

 of your face

4. Tie

Statement or not, a statement tie in the closet 

is a must have. Whether you prefer a bold 

coloured tie, simply plain with a touch of

 detail or an out of this world outstandingly

 detailed tie, one should always exist.

 Recommends:

Florals & patterns are a must! 

We not forgetting the bow tie in this mix

5. Shoes

Above:

Stylish leather tassel loafers.

Above:

Stylish brown Oxfords,never disappoint.

If its not Oxford formal shoes

 or loafers what else would you 

be looking for? 

Recommends:

When it comes to loafers tassels or not,

 the leather & suedes are what we love.

Colours for both types always have a black,

brown or navy pair. You can always

 go bold with the loafers though, red 

never hurt

6. Hat/Cap

Above:

The perfect fedora is a great 

addition to any outfit

Above:

The brimless cap a yay 

or nay from you?

Above:

Plain tucker cap. Whether you like

 it suede,leather or vintage all that

 matters is that its plain

The perfect fedora! Suitable for all seasons

 & occasions. Not forgetting our new 

found love for the brimless caps.

Recommends:

Hats always go for neutral  colours such as 

black, beige or brown. Caps also stick to simple

 neutrals or go bright eliminate 

prints & branding. 

7. Socks

Not gone are the days of happy socks!

A definite must have cant be without

 a pair of happy socks. There's a reason

they call them that.

Recommends:

We like them bright & lucky! Bright

colours & patterns are strict

 requirement.

8. Bag

Above:

The infamous leather backpack

 by Dr Martens with yellow stitching

Above: 
The ready to travel duffel bag. 

Portable & functional. 

When it comes to bags, we not talking

 about the cross over bag or the innovative sling bag,

we talking about the old school leather backpack & 

duffel bag. So make sure they part of the list.

9. Belt

Now we all know that most outfits

 are never complete without a belt. Whether

 its a designer belt or no name brand, 

one does need a decent belt. And decent is 

not a bad thing.

Recommends:

Always make sure you get

 a good quality belt.

10. Sneakers

Because you will not be in formal

 shoes the entire day, it never a bad

 thing to have a couple pairs or your

 favourite sneakers. For those laid back

 days or that semi formal themed event a 

pair or two or should we say more than 

that wouldn't hurt

Recommends:

Have a pair for something different eg;

a jogging pair, a daily pair & expensive

 events pair.

Are there accessories you think

 should have made our list? Comment

 & share yours, we would love to hear from you.

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COLOUR POPPIN LOOKS '2020

 Call it what you will, 'colour blocking' or 'colour poppin.'

Colour blocking according to wiki pedia is thought 

as the exploration of taking colors that are opposite on

the colour wheel and pairing them together to make

interesting and complimentary colour combinations. 

This is also said to be inspired by

 Dutch painter Piet Mondrian

Here are some of our favourite

 looks thus far:

Above:

Pastel colour blocking

 never looked this good

Above:

RipnDip Teddy Fresh

Colourblock Anorak 

Jacket

Above:

London street fashion 

London fashion week 

AW2020

Above:

Asos colour block

 overalls

Designer brands

Above:

Lacoste Spring 2020

 fashion show

Above:

Off -White Fall 2020

 menswear fashion show

 on Vogue runway 

Above:

Louis Vuitton Mens

Spring/Summer 2021 show 

concept in Shanghai

Above: 

Defile Prada Menswear

Hiver 2020

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