CHECK OUT MY INTERVIEW WITH THE HYPE MAGAZINE!!

http://www.blog.thehypemagazine.com/2013/05/the-hype-magazine-interviews-lawrence-b.html

The 25 Most Stylish People In The Triangle

That's right, here in Raleigh, NC Carolina Style Magazine is taking nominations for The 25 Most Stylish People In The Triangle. TODAY is the LAST day to nominate people!  I first want to say THANK YOU to the MANY MANY people who has already submitted a nomination to have me honored. Thank you and thank you again for the your messages, your calls and those who told me face to face that you support what I do through "Sir Byron Laurent Style and Fashion Consulting" If you haven't voted please take the time TODAY to show your support by submitting your nomination. By being nominated I look to continue to have a greater impact to reach out to men in Raleigh and the surrounding areas and help transform them not only on the outside but on the inside to be dapper gentleman they have always seen themselves being. Through the work I have been blessed to do with people in this area I have been able to make connections where this year Sir Byron Laurent Style and Fashion Consulting will start reaching out to the young men in our communities. Don't think of nominating me as some meaningless superlative but as a fuel to push a greater movement! I provided a link to do the nomination below, you will need to submit my phone number as part of the nomination. My number is 336-340-1623 (leave the dashes out to nominate). If you have any questions feel free to email me at LBSpivey@SirByronLaurent.com. THANK YOU!!

NOMINATE LAWRENCE SPIVEY OWNER OF SIR BYRON LAURENT

Gentleman’s Guide: 5 Tips for Thrifting

Many men look to achieve a dapper style with the smallest impact to their wallets. I’m here to inform you that this can be done through thrift and consignment shops! Check out these tips on how to make the best of your time and resources as you shop.

TIP 1: Single vent, side vents and no vents!

When looking at suits and blazers make sure you have vents. Wearing a suit or blazer without vents is a bit dated and not in line with modern style. Also you generally cannot add vents because there is not enough material to create them.

TIP 2: Lapel pins are back!

Make sure you stop by the display case and look at lapel pins because they have taken on a new life. This adds a super unique look to your ensemble and generally only costs under five bucks!

TIP 3: TRY IT ON NOW!!

One thing people forget is that the clothes are mostly all second hand so you really need to try them on. Why, you ask? First, older or vintage items are not true to our current sizing system so the size that you wear now may not match up with the size in your garment. Second, a previous owner may have had the garment tailored and it may not fit the way the item says it should. So, stop by the fitting room to be sure!

TIP 4: Avoid last minute shopping for an entire outfit.

Do not make this mistake! If you are in the shop at 3 PM, the event is at 7 PM and you have just started shopping, you are about to be disappointed. It is extremely hard to find an entire outfit in a couple of hours (even for the best thrifter).  An outfit for most people usually comes together over time and from many places or from pieces they already own from previous thrift and consignment visits. It looks easy but there are many hours put in to create an entire look.

TIP 5: Ask for recommendations for shops!

When in doubt, just ask someone who goes thrift shopping where to go. Really good thrift shoppers can point you in the right direction.  All stores are not created equal! Faithful thrifters often enjoy taking group trips to shops and seeing who can come out with the best deal or find the most unique item.

I hope these tips get you really excited about hitting the thrift and consignment shops and finding a unique look at just a fraction of the cost. Enjoy the thrill of the hunt!