I recently had the opportunity to travel to Houston, TX for work and I had one day where I needed to wear more of a busy causal look. I decided to put this look together combining different patterns and textures to create this unique fit. I wanted to share the details of the look with all of you to show and encourage you to venture out to combine unlikely elements to create a "style mixology"! Comment below and tell me what you think!

Monkstrap Shoes: Hudson

Gingham Shirt: Thomas Pink

Watch: NIXON

Tie: Geoffrey Beene

Trousers: Nautica

Vest: Madison

The Knit Tie and Vintage Hounds-tooth Suit

It is no secret that I love a vintage suit. It's just something about them that can create such a unique look. I found this vintage hounds-tooth suit at a thrift store and it was pretty dated with wide, bell-bottom trousers and the jacket was a little large in the torso area. So what did I do? I dropped it off at my local tailors and they were able to convert the trousers to straight leg and they took the suit in on the sides and back. I also paired the suit with an awesome knit tie from Tie The Knit. Check out the entire look below and big S/O to Tie The Knit for sending such an awesome knit tie! Make sure you check out their site and use promo code "SirByronLaurent" to get 15% off your purchase by clicking the links above.

P.S. Say hello to my son Lawrence Jr. or as we like to call him "Lil Sir".

Tie The Knit: Burgundy Knit Tie

Handmade Burgundy Lapel Pin by Sir Byron Laurent

White Trimmed in Blue Linen Pocket Round

Burgundy Vintage Johnston & Murphy Tassel Loafer

"Lil Sir" and Lawrence "Sir Byron Laurent" Spivey

East Dane Sale: THE BIG EVENT

Make your way to East Dane now for one of their biggest sales of the year! We are talking about 15% off items $250 +, 20% off items $500 + and 25% items $1,000+. Use coupon code BIGEVENT15. Here are a few inspiration pieces to help build your Spring wardrobe! 

ETQ

Fratelli Rossetti

Mr. Kim

Public School

Shades of Grey by Micah Cohen

BLK DNM

Black and Blue (Or maybe white and gold)

With all the hype about the now infamous white and gold dress (yes, it is actually white and gold), I got a lot of questions about mixing black and blue clothing. So I thought I would share with everyone some ideas of a different pieces that are black or blue to create a great outfit!

AMI

CONVERSE

LOTUFF

Marc by Marc Jacobs

MELINDAGLOSS

PAUL SMITH

RAY-BAN

UNITED STOCK DRY GOODS

The Styleblock: Grammy Red Carpet Recap

With the Oscars this weekend check out what we had to say on the "StyleBlock" about last weeks red carpet Grammy looks. Kim, Yolande and I DID NOT hold back!!

Got it made in the Shade(s): Selecting great sunglasses!

Sometimes a great pair of shades can add a hint of hipness and mystery that can take you look to the next level. Sunglasses or shades is an accessory I have to say people often forget about but yet it can change a outfit dramatically. Check out some of these great options to keep the sun out of your eyes and keep you looking awesome at the same time!

GUCCI

LINDA FARROW for 3.1 PHILLIP LIM

OLIVER PEOPLES EYEWEAR

PAUL SMITH SPECTACLES

RAY-BAN

Rainy Day Gear

Ok, today is just a downright wet and rainy day in North Carolina and this can make it a little more difficult to be stylish and dry at the same time! Here are a few things every guy should have to make their day a little less damp on a day like this!

Richard James Rain Coat

Stutterheim Rain Coat

SWIMS Umbrella

Sperry Boat

Mr. Kim Hat

#WIWT Thrifted, Paisley and Blue

For my #OOTD I took a more causal approach with my look (causal for me anyways). One thing I really like is that it is comfortable and stylish at the same time. And of course this is almost all entirely thrifted! Check out the details below.

You can easily pair jeans with a blazer just as long as you remember to wear a tailored jean. It gives more of a polished look along with being causal.

This blue wool blazer is very comfortable and is one of my thrifted finds from Ralph Lauren. The paisley shirt is also a thrifted find from Express. The lapel pin is handmade by myself :-)!

The shoes are not thrifted but still one of my favorites. The are blue paisley slippers from Ted Baker that I picked up from Nordstrom. The grey Levi's are from Macy's.

Remember that you can always dress down your dapper look by switching out traditional trousers with tailored jeans and switch out your dress shirt with a fun patterned dress shirt.

I look to add more #OOTD onto the blog in the future so please stay connected!

Featured on MunaLunchi Bride: Southern Rustic Styled Shoot at The Sutherland in NC

#ICYMI One of our styled photo shoots at The Sutherland in Wake Forest, NC for featured on MunaLuchiBridal.com! The styling you see in this shoot was inspired by our partner Savoir Faire Signature Events "Signature Sartorial" styling services. Click the link or image below for the full feature. 

Southern Rustic Styled Shoot at The Sutherland in NC

Gent in Boots: How to wear boots like a gentleman!

I don't know about you but the WORST feeling in the world is to be walking in the rain or snow and some how get some of that rain or snow down into your shoes! Your socks are wet and now your feet are cold; this officially becomes a epic fail! During this time of year wearing a great pair of boots is a great way to fix this problem! Check out some of my favorite boot choices to not only keep your feet warm and dry but stylish at the same time!

Grenson Wingtip Boot

Rag & Bone Boot

Cole Haan Boot

Sperry Top-Sider Boot

Wolverine 1000 Mile Boot

Festive Fashion: Wearing Bold Looks For The Holidays!

With so many Christmas and New Years Eve parties coming around the corner you may be thinking how you can create a dapper look that fits with the festive holiday season. I have some great looks that will not only fit this joyful holiday season but also turn heads too from Paul Fredrick! Also for more details click HERE for more looks from Paul Fredrick.

Paul Fredrick Green Tartan Blazer

Shawl Collar Blazer 

Brown Kiltie Loafer

Wool Tartan Trousers

Peruvian Pima Cotton Socks