Melswear: Joggers

Joggers by whoisthatgirlmo 

The men's wear item of the week is joggers. Joggers are one of the many pants that's currently trending in the men's urban street style. If you don't know what joggers are, the easiest way to describe them are as pants with elastic on the ankles. Kind of like sweatpants without the sweat or fleece. ;-) So it's a pretty relaxed and comfy pant. My favorite style of joggers is the leather pair. This style starts at about $600. That's pretty steep. It's available at Urban Outfitters right now. If you're able to get you a pair, it shouldn't be a big deal to throw an extra pair over this way, right? Well, hopefully there will be a pair in faux leather and for much cheaper so I can get a pair for Mel. Until then, I'll just look at this pretty board I made.

Melswear: Topman

Melswear by whoisthatgirlmo 

I'd recently come across a men's online retail shop called Topman. I didn't realize it was the male version of Topshop. I love Topshop so naturally I would be a big fan of Topman. I saw these derby shoes on another blog and instantly fell in love. I showed Mel and told her that she HAD to get a pair. Mel approves! After window shopping on the site, I decided to create a board with 6 different looks using everything from Topman with these favorite derby shoes of mine as the main focus. Another cool bonus is that there are Topman shops in select Nordstrom stores just like Topshop. The nearest shop is in San Jose which is about a 40 minute drive from home. Sweet! I can't wait to check out the store even if I'm not buying anything for myself. Better late then never. :-) What do you think of the derby shoes? Which look is your fav?

First looks: TOPMAN Anthony Miles Burgundy Suede Derby Shoes / TOPMAN Classic Taper Rust Jeans / TOPMAN Wine Printed Low Roll T-Shirt / TOPMAN Navy Space Dye Long Sleeve Shirt / TOPMAN White Rubber Led Watch / Second looks: TOPMAN Anthony Miles Tan Suede Derby Shoes / TOPMAN Washed Black Classic Taper Jeans / TOPMAN Black Leather Look Insert T-Shirt / TOPMAN Blue Acid Wash Stars Short Sleeve Denim Shirt / TOPMAN Mesh Metal Watch / Third looks: TOPMAN Anthony Miles Navy Suede Derby Shoes / TOPMAN Dark Wash Classic Taper Jeans / TOPMAN Red Tartan Oxford Long Sleeve Shirt / TOPMAN Textured Grey/Green Raglan Pocket Long Sleeve T-Shirt / TOPMAN Black Leather Sunset Watch

Melswear: Clubmaster

Melswear by whoisthatgirlmo

Mel likes glasses like I do and she has quite a few pairs but she doesn't wear them as much because it's not really the style she wants. That style is the Ray Ban Clubmaster or the Malcolm X frames as I call them and it runs about $150 but Asos has some really cool pairs for $20. I styled today's look around this using shorts since Summer isn't quite over yet.  Are you a fan of rocking glasses? Is it prescription, for style, or both?


Armani Denim Shirt / DGK Shorts / AE T-Shirt / Fossil Nylon Strap Watch / ASOS Clubmaster Glasses / Vans

Melswear: Driving Shoes

Melswear by whoisthatgirlmo 

Mel has been wanting a pair of slip ons or driving shoes for a while now so I decided to create this week's look based on that. I kept it casual cool with a tee and vest. How do you or your S.O. style your driving shoes?

Melswear: Cargo Shorts 3 Ways

Melswear by whoisthatgirlmo 

Today's mens wear fashion piece is cargo shorts. There are many ways to style cargo shorts and I have styled a pair in 3 different ways. These looks can work for anyone out there whether your style is urban, preppy, cool, classic or a combination of them all. Which look would you or your partner wear?

Melswear: Blue Suede Shoes

I think everyone knows or have at least heard this song by Elvis Presley. 1 for the money, 2 for the show, 3 to get ready, now go cat go. Mel thought it would make a cool post title being that she was wearing blue suede shoes. These shoes are another pair of the oxfords by Skechers that Mel bought. This pair has a reddish pink sole instead of the bright yellow and it still cool. I hope your Thursday is going well and remember not to step on any blue suede shoes :-)

Outfit Details:

H&M Button up - Thrifted | Denim - AG Jeans | Blazer - Macy's | Oxfords - Skechers

Melswear: Oxfords

Please excuse the tip of my finger!

My Melswear model is back!! I'm not going to get overly excited but we reached an agreement of 1 photo session a month. It's not much but it is better than 0. I'm hoping I could push that number up to 2 times a month. This week's look is styled around casual oxfords. Skechers has a collaboration with Mark Nason (who is that?) and the men's collection is really nice. Skechers are a really comfortable brand and you should think about getting your partner at least one pair. It's that comfortable and very stylish. Mel bought 5 pairs after scoring one on sale and now has 6. They also carry a few cute pairs in women's. How do you rock your oxfords?
Outfit Details: Pants - Pac Sun Oxfords - Zappos Button Up - Old Navy Similar Jacket - Levi's Watch - Gifted

Melswear: Chukka Boot

Melswear by whoisthatgirlmo 

This week's men's wear look is centered around men's chukka or desert boots. Clarks chukka boots are versatile and can be worn in many different looks. Mel told me that she was taking a break from being my men's wear model. The funny part? She said a few months! Not a couple weeks, or 1 month but a FEW months. WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;-) It's okay. I'm just as into men's style as much as my own personal style and Thursdays' posts shall continue. Anywho, Mel styled her chukka boots this week by wearing a pair of olive colored jeans and a denim button up. Isn't the wooden watch awesome?  Boots - Nordstrom 

Melswear: Prep it Out

It time for Melswear Thursday! This week is centered on the preppy trend but with a little twist. I suggested Mel roll up her cargo khakis and prep it out with her outfit. She decided on a short sleeved white plaid shirt tucked in. I like the way she rolled up her sleeves. Makes me think of the movie Grease. All she's missing is a pack of cigarettes. Good thing she doesn't smoke. She wore red chucks and of course she threw on a fitted. Mel loves her caps.

Outfit Details:

Button Down - Old Navy Similar

 Levi's Cargos - Macy's Similar

Converse - Zappos

Kr3W Watch - Zumiez

Fitted - Lids

Melswear: Cool Stripes

Thursday! One day to go. Mel went out last night with her sisters to see the Alvin Ailey Dance Company. This gave me the opportunity to style her again. Most times styling is fun but sometimes it isn't. I was getting a little frustrated because I didn't have very much time to fully choose what I wanted and I still had to take the photos. Blogging ain't easy Suzy. At first I was going for a preppy look but we didn't have all of the pieces I wanted so that left me really trying to hurry and get it right. I wanted to give up but she convinced me to keep going and that helped to make things a little easier. All you need is support and a little push sometimes. In the end it wasn't so bad. I just need to know how to work under pressure. This look is a mix of sporty casual and dressy. I decided on semi-dark cuffed denim, tie and cognac dress shoes for the dressy part. A white linen button down, striped sports jacket and snapback for the sporty casual part. Here's Mel and her oh so serious face. :-)

Outfit Details:

Jacket - Ross Stores Similar

Button Down - Old Navy Similar

Jeans - Hudson Similar

Shoes - Stacy Adams
Tie - Gifted Similar

Bracelets - DIY

Watch - JC Penney Similar
Cap - Lids Similar

Linking up with Her&Nicole for the Lovely Blog Hop.

Melswear: Leopard Gone Wild

Yay for Thursday! That means I get to pick out Mel's outfit for the day. I'm excited! Let's see how long this actually lasts. ;-) Styling menswear is super fun and easy. I'm a tomboy, so naturally I like men's clothes and the pieces I choose for Mel I'd definitely rock. Here's my pick for this week.

What do you think of this fit?

                                           

Outfit Details:

Jeans - HM (In Store) 

Button Up - Old Navy Similar

Raglan Tee - Jack Threads

Sneakers - Vans

Vest - Thrifted

Cap - Lids

Watch - G Shock

Bracelets - DIY