IYAAJAY // MENS STYLE BLOG: November 2016

OOTD / PARTY FT TOPMAN // IYAAJAY

November 30, 2016

black faux shearling lined biker jacket - Topman (click here)

black and white fingerprint print short sleeve shirt - Topman (click here)

black super spray jeans - Topman (click here)

With the party season running up on us quicker then you can say christmas party, Ive put together an idea of something that us guys can wear for the season ahead to be on trend and warm. Ive paired a printed half open short sleeve shirt, which is great inside venue's because if theres loads of people, it can get pretty warm so you need something that is breathable and comfortable, with my favourite jeans but loosely tucked it in to give a slightly edgier look (Im planning on wearing this look with these incredible ASOS jeans for that extra bit of edginess and detail) Keeping things warm, I've also added my latest coat purchase which id had my eye on for a while but snapped it up whilst it was on a black friday deal (if anyone worked retail during that time I feel your pain!)

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Until next time,

Jay

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OOTD / TOMMY BOY FT TOMMY HILFIGER, ASOS & VANS // IYAAJAY

November 21, 2016

cotton fleece logo sweatshirt in grey - Tommy Hilfiger (click here)

spray on jeans with extreme rips - ASOS (click here)

sk8 hi in black suede - Vans (click here)

beanie - American Apparel

So I finally managed to get 'the sweatshirt'. Ive been eyeing this 90s throwback beauty for such a long time but EVERY TIME I went to order it my size was always out of stock or I couldnt find it again but thanks to my recent trip to London I finally managed to pick it up at Selfridges. Now I know at £95 its a pretty expensive piece, but for me its a total staple piece as I can wear it to work, I can wear it on my down time, I can layer it, I can use it for travelling, its pretty much a brilliant jersey essential! Now the jeans are also a latest repurchase for me, I say that because I originally ordered these at the beginning of the year but stupidly sent them back as I thought they were a little too extreme for me and I wouldn't get any wear out of them, but ever since I returned them, Ive been thinking about all the things I could wear them with and foolishly my size (again!) was constantly out of stock until I recently managed to snag a pair. The only little issue is that they don't have front pockets that work but I think the lining of the pocket would ruin the huge thigh rip. I also couldn't believe I didn't own a plain black beanie, aka the most essential item for A/W so I managed to pick this one up in the store clearances at American Apparel (its kinda sad that its closing as their accessories are really great quality) just to finish off the look and see me through the colder months.

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Jay

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OOTD / TRIPLE FT TOPMAN // IYAAJAY

November 16, 2016

mid wash denim western jacket - Topman (click here)

grey melange denim shirt - Topman (click here)

black super spray on jeans - Topman (click here)

Triple denim, a tricky style to pull off but I think I've finally found a way of clashing three tones together and make it work rather then looking like Britney and Justin (remember that tragic look?)

Mixing tones of denim is a great way to create this look and avoids it looking like a bad 90s throwback, but also playing with proportions is key. Tucking in a longer shirt a bit baggier than normal gives a great balance to how tight the jeans are but also contrasts against how boxy the jacket is. I also left the shirt half open to stop it looking so stuffy and formal to give it a bit of street style, almost indie edge.

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OOTD / SEASONAL FT TOPMAN // IYAAJAY

November 08, 2016

stone twist ripped slim fit jumper - Topman (click here)

camel faux shearling coat - Topman (click here)

shearling is really having a moment right now, with everything from bags to boots, denim to smart pieces all being merged with this super warm lining and detail which is the perfect investment piece this season. Pairing this thicker coat over a ripped, lightweight knit is the best way, adding more detail with the rips without being too out there, but also perfect for the slight temperature changes. Keeping things simple, I paired this with my trusty super spray jeans and a pair of chunky boots which are also really having a moment right now (key styles to keep an eye out for include lug soles, eyelet details and mountain boot styling)

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