Bad Ass Watches

I've been a collector all my life; from baseball cards and comic books to Banana Republic everythings and time pieces. Too bad So sad, my hobbies are getting more expensive..

I love watches that exude quality and elegance, that do not shout "look at me, I'm a Rolex!" No one likes a showoff, don't be that guy. You're (probably) young. You're (hopefully) successful. You don't need to rub it in other people's faces. BUT, that doesn't mean you can't treat yourself.

Here are a few favorites:

Cartier 21 Chronoscaph $3000-4800:  Perfect for the casual outing, but pairs just as well with the suit/tie.

Graham Swordfish Chronograph: $6000-10000: A big boy version of the Cartier.

Louis Vuitton Tambour Chronograph $15200:  The leather band makes this watch perfect.

Louis Vuitton Tambour Mysterieuse LV115 $265000.oo (?!) - Wow.

Ok, so they're all a bit pricey, here's one that won't break the bank:

ESQ (by Movado) Stratus ($450):  The look of a Breitling, at a fraction of the cost.

And of course, the requisite BR item:

Canvas/leather Banana Republic watch that I found on eBay for $7!

If money were no object, I'd own 'em all!

What should I wear to a Wedding?

Summer/Spring Wedding:

You should find out the colors the groom and groomsmen are wearing. You SHOULD NOT be wearing the same color ties if you can help it. It won't be the end of the world if you do, that is, unless you are dealing with Bridezilla! 

I was the best man at a wedding recently, so I had no choice in my attire, but if I did get to choose, this would have been what I would have worn to the wedding:

Tailored Chino Suit

Tailored Chino Suit Pant

I wouldn't want to wear the suit pants if I didn't have to my girlfriend doesn't make me, but the matching pants seem like the best bet anyway. Currently, the suit is $149 (down from $250) and the pants are $99 (down from $130) on bananarepublic.com. 

For a shirt, you can go with the standard (read: safe) plain white shirt:

BR Monogram white poplin dress shirt: ($127)

Or something with just a little flair:

Slim fit non-iron lavender (sweet lilac) striped shirt $69 (down from $79):

Two tie choices:

BR Monogram floral cotton tie ($69):

Or the textured solid silk tie ($59):

Socks (brown, argyle $10):

Shoes ($140):

The Asher Penny Loafer:

Belt $39 (down from $49)

Slim Leather Belt:

So you end up with a clean look, like a crisp $100 bill (though it will clearly cost you more than that!)

I love my girlfriend. And Banana Republic!

You are reading this blog because you have no idea about fashion, or what to wear. I'm here to help.

Over the course of the next month, years, however long I actually post here, you will see ideas for what to wear at certain occasions, like a wedding, or just for a typical Tuesday afternoon.

I love my girlfriend, so I will mention her alot.

I also love Banana Republic, so 99% of the posts will center around BR. No, I don't work for them, nor do they pay me for doing this (but if you're reading this, BR brass, feel free to contact me if you WANT TO pay me!!), I just really like BR stuff.

Pat yourself on the back, you're taking the first step towards style: CwL's BR Style.