The Blueprint

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T h e Bl ue p ri nt w o ul d b e t he publicat ion for Nordst rom’s men’s d i vi si o n. It w o ul d b e released mont hly, and focused on key t re nd s , l o o k s , i te m s a nd color s relevant t o our cust omer, co m p any, v i s i o n, m i s s i on and merchandise mix. It would keep o u r c u s to m ers ‘i n the know’ not only about our product , but a l s o ab o u t th e f as h i o n i ndust r y beyond our walls. As a company t h a t i s h i g h l y as s o c i at ed wit h t op- not ch ser vice, providing t h i s p ub l i c ati o n to o ur cust omer s and employees would only b e e l ev ati ng th at s erv ice by fur t her empower ing t hose who p u rc h as e w i th an d th o s e who wor k for our company.

Welc ome to th e Blu e prin t.

Tenisha C lar ke S avann ah C ol lege of Ar t & Design Pro f e s s ional P or t fol io P r act ices Spr ing 2015

MEN’S SHOP

CONTENTS THE WAY I SEE IT A LETTER FROM JORGE VALLS, MEN’S FASHION DIRECTOR

05 SPRING MUST HAVES 22 COVETED SILHOUETTES TO HAVE PRESENT THIS SEASON.

THIS SEASON IN COLOR 06 A LOOK AT SPECIAL SPRING ITEMS IN KEY COLORS.

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THE BRITS ARE HERE! A SPECIAL POP-IN WITH CURATOR OLIVIA KIM.

RIGHT AT RETAIL FEATURED: MEN’S CASUSAL AT NORDSTROM PERIMETER

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M AY 2015

T HE WAY I SEE IT Spring is about putting a fresh new spin on tried-and-true menswear classics ‒ shedding the weight of winter, loosening up, and remixing your wardrobe in a way that’s directly your own. And never before has there been a better time to give your head-to-toe look a jolt of life.

Why? Because this spring, menswear’s most dependable designers are charting a new course. They’re cuting workday staples into relaxed, lightweight fabrics like linen and cotton, and using breezy, sun-kissed color palettes in sandy tans and watery blues. They’re looking to old Hollywood and the tropics when it comes to casual wear, working traditionally fall shades like burgundy, dark green and navy in on everything from short-sleeve shirts to sport coats. And they’re rethinking what it means to be ‘prep.’

I’m confident you’ll find everything you need to know about spring right inside this issue of The Blueprint, our map to menswear’s new landscape ‒ and the coordinates you need to navigate in style.

Jorge Valls NORDSTROM MEN’S FASHION DIRECTOR

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IN COLOR...

SHARP CHARTREUSE

Lime supersedes yellow as the choice bright hue of the season. Fresh green shades can vary between sweet and sour for a hit of uncompromising color.

MIDNIGHT INKS

Dark blues move ever closer to black.

Stepping away from the very classic French navy, color drifts down into a deeper, darker world of black iris and indigo ink.

GOLDEN SUN

Rich, golden-tinted tones warm up the palette. Ranging from amber to buckthorn, the season feels as though it’s basking in the haze of the summer sun.

CLASSIC GREYS

Grey returns as the essential neutral.

Stony grey is the bedrock of the season, while sleet tones and steel blue bring beautiful depth to concrete neutrals.

EDIBLE BERRIES

Purple becomes the new pink. Having been emerging quietly for some time, beet, purple and plum burst beautifully onto the scene this season, and become key colors for S/S 15.

SHARP CHARTREUSE

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1. Nike Free 5.0 Running Shoe $100.00 Item #880275. 2. Rag & Bone Slubbed Cotton T-Shirt $80.00 Item #393778. 3. Herschel Supply Co. Little America Backpack $90.00 Item #832274. 4. Christian Dior 220S 55mm Sunglasses $350.00 Item #1125513. 5. J.Z. Richards Silk Pocket Square $39.50 Item #374256.

1. Hook + Albert Floral Lapel Pin $30.00 Item #1002956. 2. 1901 Glendale Nubuck Leather Driving Shoe $89.95 Item #1014148. 3. Burberry London Woven Silk Tie $165.00 Item #993087. 4. Fossil Townsman Chronograph Leather Strap Watch, 44mm $125.00 Item #52371. 5. Jack Spade Site Cordura Messenger Bag $198.00 Item #1028331.

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1. Hurley Puerto Rico Seaside Board Shorts $45.00 Item #671002. 2. Nixon Sentry Bracelel Watch, 42 mm $250.00 Item #589107. 3. Salvatore Ferragamo Leather Bracelet $210.00 Item #853287. 4. Carrera Eyewear 59 mm Metal Aviator Sunglasses $169.00 Item #1128144. 5. Ledbury Connor Classic Fit Plaid Dress Shirt $145.00 Item #1093822.

1. Comme des Garรงons Logo Crewneck T-Shirt $135.00 Item #1034203. 2. Herschel Supply Co. Pop Quiz Mesenger Bag $80.00 Item #1076630. 3. Brixton Messer Wool Fedora $52.00 Item #1116974. 4. Nordstrom Smartcare Wrinkle Free Trim Fit Gingham Dress Shirt $69.50 Item #545825. 5. Versace Collection Baroque High-Top Sneaker $695.00 Item #1017875.

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1. Nordstrom Trim Fit Non-Iron Check Dress Shirt $49.50 Item #842183. 2. Canali Paisley Silk Tie $160.00 Item #1114689. 3. Nike Free Flyknit Chukka Sneaker $170.00 Item #700533. 4. Bugatchi Stripe Cotton Blend Socks $25.00 Item #871176. 5. Nike Ultimate 8mm Pilates Mat $65.00 Item #1013017.

R G H T AT R E TA I L M EE T T H E M E N’S CASUAL TEAM AT OUR PERIM ETER M AL L L O C ATIO N IN ATL AN TA , G E O R G I A

When it comes to service and team, our Perimeter Wildcats exemplify it best. Our Men’s Casual team, consisting of what you may know as The Rail and Men’s Sportswear, consistently delivers on what the Nordstrom culture is all about. Managed by Jare’d Goodloe and Tenisha Clarke, lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, ne eam fabulas qualisque. Populo periculis forensibus pro at. Nusquam hendrerit reformidans id nam, ex libris doctus periculis pri. Ad zril alienum perfecto pri, pri et autem intellegam persequeris, ut quaeque vituperata eum.

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STRIPES

One of the most prevalent trends to emerge from this season’s catwalks has been stripes in a medley of permutations. Whether vertical or horizonatal, in chevrons or spliced together, stripes continue to have an impact at all levels of the menswear market. Top-to-toe styling continues to push the use of print for the summer season.

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POST - INTERNET ART

At the more premium-streetwear end of the menswear market, the internet continues be influential.

Vaporwave-inspired graphics, digital manipulation and clashing modern references gave a youthled attitude to directional modern sport and streetwear styles. All-over print continues to be important, highlighting the intensity of this trend.

DOODLES Menswear continues to embrace the inner child, with doodle and sketch designs seen across a variety of runways this season. Playful handcreated narritives such as tattoos, portraiture and scribbled florals featured in collections. All-over print is important with big and bold motifs for a dramatic statement.

TROPICAL The tropical print continues to be a favourite for menswear, with vintage Hawaiian reference still playing an important role in pared-back tones for smart-casual looks. Vibrant styles inject a tropical heat into resort and holiday looks.

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DOTS & SPOTS Dots and spots return this spring/ summer, with oversized dots giving this simple motif a refreshing update. Classic black and white is still the colour combination of choice, especially on smart-causal looks across trousers, shirts and outerwear.

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BLACK & WHITE FLORALS Monochrome florals in an abundance of styles offered an unseasonal colour direction on the spring/summer runways. Hawaiian, tropical, painterly and intarsia techniques were all seen with a distinct lack of colour. To give this trend impact, oversizing and scale is important, giving life to tailoring and knitwear pieces.

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BADGES PATCHES

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Continuing the trend for multiple placement branding, badges placed all-over garments reinforced summer themes such as travel, safari and outdoor pursuits. Designs were also digitally printed as repeat patterns, or appliquĂŠd on garments in random playful placements for an anything-goes-attitude.

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MUST HAVES

THE SUEDE LEISURE JACKET Suede materials elevate trucker-style jackets, while keeping the retro-leisure feel.

John Varvatos Star USA Suede CafĂŠ Racer Jacket $798.00 Item #860535.

THE OVERLONG BLAZER Overlong blazers emerge on S/S 15 runways to take laid-back tailoring in a new direction.

Canali Classic Fit Wool Blazer $1,495.00 Item #1101277.

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THE PARACHUTE PARKA Voluminous constructions update parachute-inspired outerwear, while luxe materials and trims lend a fashion edge.

The Kooples Leather Trim Tech Parka $545.00 Item #840740.

THE PIECED BLOCK SHIRT Contrast colors and fabrics inject a pop of graphic excitement to woven shirts on S/S 15 runways.

Marni Trim Fit Colorblock Woven Shirt $610.00 Item #845352.

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THE KNIT POLO Knit materials elevate polos for S/S 15, while buttonless necks and stripes add retro charm to the item.

Ralph Lauren Black Label Pocket PiquĂŠ Polo $165.00 Item #863372.

THE ELEVATED CAMP SHIRT Convertible collars and utility pockets elevate camp shirts to the must-have category for S/S 15.

7 For All Mankind Short Sleeve Sport Shirt $128.00 Item #1012208.

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THE BEACH DYE TEE Tie-dye techniques enrich summer tees to give a beachy feel to summer ensembles.

Saturdays NYC Randall Tie-Dye T-Shirt $55.00 Item #1086192.

THE BOAT-NECK SWEATER Inspired by the urban sailors trend, boatnecks modernize sweaters for S/S 15.

F. Faรงonnable Long Sleeve Stripe Boat Neck T-Shirt $165.00 Item #886367.

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Currently stocked at Nordstrom, Topman extends its relationship with the retailer, launching an exclusive Brit Pop-In collection. The first installment celebrates British music history, paying homage to the 60s, 70s and 90s. Music genres sampled are British retro, mod and rock. Model Robbie McKinnon sports the fun lineup for a look book, which highlights knitted polo shirts that call to mind Jarvis Cocker and Pulp as well as tailored houndstooth and striped blazers named after iconic bands such as Blur. Shop the collection at Nordstrom.com.

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