Style Notes

Fall into fashion for cooler weather

It’s that time of year when summer is winding down, but it’s been so incredibly hot at times recently it’s hard to think of a wardrobe that might embrace the inevitable cooler temperatures around the corner. Throw in the fact that business has just gone through one of the most confusing periods that we can ever remember as it relates to business wardrobe. Videoconferencing is here to stay, but many folks are finding that they are client facing again and image is more important now than ever. Some folks are beginning to suit up again while others have embraced the new normal of business casual.

Outfitting your wardrobe with pieces that can be used multiple ways has never been more important. Investing in a quality suit at this time, you might consider choosing a fabric that can also be split up and utilized as separates for example. Do men consider anchoring their business casual look with sport coats? My clothing advice at this time would be to invest in a couple of corner stone pieces in your wardrobe that can be used in multiple fashions. For both men and women one example would be a blue textured or pattern suit. Consider putting a brown horn button on the jacket and you can utilize the blue coat in multiple ways while pairing the slacks with other outfits as well.

STYLE NOTES

For both men and women, button up shirts with contrasting button and buttonhole colors with matched fabrics on the interior have become the rage. Banded collars are also showing a revival! Now is the time to add a few items into your closet, and when you do, make sure that you can use it in multiple ways! Have fun out there.

By Doug Kidd

Executive Summary:

Now what? Consider your selection for the fall to include extremely versatile clothing.

Doug Kidd is with Tom James Company. He is an image consultant and clothier. Reach him at d.kidd@tomjames.com