NOLA Fashion Week Blogger Panel

One of my best friends in the whole wide world + the inspiration for this blog. Rachel of studioswag.

Rachel + I with the super stylish Julie from SwankHeights.

The amazing stylist for Amelie G magazine + blogger, Katie from Style Cakes.

[Shirt: BCBG, Sweater: 21MEN, Shorts: Club Monaco, Shoes: Zara, Watch: Timex, Glasses: Aldo]

When it comes to blogging I move at a glacial pace. These pictures are from a blogger panel that I attended with Rachel during the last NOLA fashion week. I wore the classic black sweater/white oxford duo in combination with shorts for more of a smart/playful look. The heat and humidity in New Orleans is almost unbearable however that does not stop me from attempting to layer. Most of the time I have to offset the layering with shorts out of respect for my body + I really like the proportions of long sleeves with shorts. These are from the best selection of mens shorts you can find, which also happens to be at my favorite store, Club Monaco. [I pray for shop online & world peace.]

The blogger panel took place at the super chic Martine Chaisson Gallery in the warehouse district. It was my first time in the gallery and I was blown away, not only was the collection on display incredible, the space is beautiful as well. Sure, everyone expects a gallery to be nice, but I did not expect this French Colonial building to have such a sleek interior.

There were four bloggers featured on the panel: Christine from My Style Pill, Lindsey from Saucy Glossie, Keiko from Keiko Lynn and Bobby from This Fellow. All four were very insightful, talented and stylish bloggers who all have enough followers to be considered baby celebrities. Bobby, the only male blogger on the panel, used a term to identify himself that I have grown very fond of: mlogger - male blogger.

School and a Scarf

[Shirt: French Connection, Pants: Levis, Shoes: Pull + Bear, Watch: Timex, Sunglasses: Burberry, Scarf: Express]

Since I am constantly making excuses about being too busy in school to blog, let me show you guys what I wear to school. I absolutely despise the guy that comes to class in pajamas, but I do understand the desire to be comfortable when studying. I really like these Levis jeans because they are super soft and when coupled with a relax fit button down they make a quite comfortable outfit. To finish my school ensemble: a pair of tennis shoes and a scarf (that could double as a pillow if needed) keep it comfortable.

Site Photos

[Shirt: Burberry, Pants: Topman, Jacket: Banana Republic Heritage, Shoes: TopMan, Suspenders: Urban, Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs]

Good NEWS! I only have 80 Days until I graduate college! In architecture, which is my major, when a project is first started, normally the site of the project is studied and documented. So, in a recent visit of the site when the professors told us to take "site photos" I thought it would be best to kill two birds with one stone and do a blog post! :) Trying to make my "work" attire a little more trendy I wore combat boots to track over the wet site and a black shirt + jacket allowed me to get messy with my charcoal!

Architect Noir

[Shirt: BDG Tee, Pants: HeRItAGe 1981, Jacket: Perry Ellis, Shoes: Zara, Scarf: UO, Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs]

Finally, the end is here! Yes, this is my last semester at the University! Architecture school has been exhausting to say the least! Architects are notorious for wearing black, I normally stray away from this stereo type. This week however, I am working in charcoal (and it is extremely messy) so I'm dressing the part.

[Charcoal exploration: A Sense of Cold]

Denim Denim Denim

[Shirt: Koto, Pants: Vintage Abercrombie & Fitch, Jacket: Express Men, Shoes: TopMan, Bracelet: Abercrombie & Fitch, Scarf: Street Vendor, Sunglasses: Marc Jacobs]

Fall has arrived! ...but knowing La weather, it isn't here to stay. First Off, Thank You ALL for being so patient waiting on a post, I need to dedicate more time to this! My friendgirl Rachel and I was studying at the greek theater on campus today when we decided to have a little impromptu photo shoot. I love anything & everything monochrome, from design to clothes. Denim on Denim on Denim might seem a little much for some guys, but it has such an easy feel to it. Try it!


What does the Mario Brothers wear? Denim Denim Denim

Say it like you mean it!

[Shirt & Jacket: Zara, Shoes: Aldo, Watch: Michael Kors]

A couple of weeks ago, I was in New York City for a final rendezvous before moving back south. I am a huge fan of Wendy Williams and I was so excited when production called me to see if I wanted to come to a show! I do not really have the hook-up like that, it was just luck I guess. & this is what I wore to the show! "How you doin'?"

Cuffs & Clarks

This summer guys, cuff your shorts! It is easy, simple and stylish.

[Shirt & Shorts: UNIQLO, Shoes: Clark Desert Book, Sunglasses: Mexico]

This post is less about what I am wearing and more about how I am wearing it. Some inexpensive shorts from UNIQLO that are cuffed to give my legs a few more inches of breathing room in this heat but it also gives this plain outfit a touch of style. Skipping out on the Ray-Bans I picked up these aviators from a street vendor in Mexico City for about 2 bucks.