ELEGAN Magazine: On Trend with REGARD Magazine .... Stripes

Sunday, April 24, 2011

On Trend with REGARD Magazine .... Stripes

One of the coolest pictorials in the April issue of REGARD Magazine is with ferocious young actor, Ross Thomas, in the distinguishingly cool clothing line, Caulfield Preparatory, by F.N. Sinclair. I love the easiness of Caulfield Prep. The tailored pieces are smart and debonair, while still maintaining a wicked cool and laid back feel. My favorite look on Ross is the first of him in a great bold striped sweater and basic black jeans. Stripes for guys can be just as tricky as stripes for ladies, so check it out fellas. Here are a few rules for stripes:

-Firstly, know your body type. This is important when choosing the best stripes to flatter you frame. Are you slender? Or do you happen to carry some extra weight? Regardless, there are stripes that will compliment you, but understanding what flatters your physique is half the battle.

-If you are a barrel chested hunk and not a Slim Jim, smaller stripes closer together will be most becoming. This sweater is perfect because the stripes highlight your best features like your broad shoulders and strong forearms. The teal t-shirt underneath will add a jolt of visual interest and a shot of color.

-If you happen to be a slender chap, add a touch of weight to your frame by wearing bold stripes. The second sweater is perfect because it has two stripe sizes. This tricks the eye and keeps it moving, creating an interesting visual and a cool look while still being jeans, a T-Shirt and a sweater. Mind your proportion, and try some stripes today!