What I Wore Today #51

Craig of That Dapper Chap shares what he wore today in this outfit of the day post featuring a statement jacket and boots

This look is pretty much all about the jacket. In a vibrant red and blue check it really does make a statement. While this was available as a full suit (now sold out) I wanted to show you how a suit can be broken up and worn in a less formal way. Just because it comes in three pieces it doesn't mean that it's the only way to wear it!

London Collections: Men - Day 1

Craig of That Dapper Chap takes us to the shows and presentations on day one of this seasons London Collections: Men

I can't believe that it's been six months since the last London Collections: Men. With new designers and new locations I was excited to once again be a part of it.

My LC:M started on Thursday night with the Noose & Monkey pre LC:M party where they showed off their new collection. Check out my blog post on it HERE

So, on Friday morning we rose from our slumber, enjoyed a hearty breakfast (you just never know when you're going to get to eat again at LC:M!) and jumped on the tube, ready for the opening event: The Topman catwalk show.

TOPMAN

wearing my Topman stone linen double breasted suit, I made my way to my seat. The lights dimmed and video screen on the ceiling tilted and shone light onto the catwalk. Time for the show.

This collection for SS17 was a celebration of Britain and its beautiful seaside towns. With a nostalgic vibe there were influences from the teddy boy and mod era. The 80's vibe continues too but given a sharp British twist and we saw a slim, narrow silhouette.

The Brand New Topman Store

Craig of That Dapper Chap visits the brand new Topman store in London's Knightsbridge on its opening day

The brand new Topman store in London's Knightsbridge

I was super excited to be invited to the opening day of the brand spanking new Topman store at 70 Brompton Road in London.

After seeing the people at Tom Ford in Harrods it was just a skip across the road to see exactly what the new store had to offer. Situated in the lower ground floor of the existing Topshop, which has stood there for a while now, the guys at Topman told me that men would often come out of Harrods and into Topshop while on a shopping spree and were disappointed to find only womenswear on offer. So, not wanting to miss a trick a new Topman opened it's doors.

That Dapper Chap X Topman - Great Britain, Great Suits

Craig of That Dapper Chap joins Topman for their Suit Style By City campaign which showcases different looks for different UK cities

Every guy needs a great suit, so I was pleased to be asked to be part of the Topman Suit Style By City Campaign, where the brand took seven top UK menswear bloggers and asked us each to represent a city based on what look is popular in that particular city.

Having relations in Brighton, that's the city I chose. A popular look for guys in this diverse and eclectic city is a roll neck sweater worn under a suit, and this is my take on it.

The suit grid flatlay as seem on Instagram

A good suit is a wardrobe staple and even if you work in a factory or have a uniform that you wear for your 9-5, you will have an event which calls for one at some point, be it a wedding, Christening, funeral, barmitzvah or whatever, you will have one! Yes, you can wear separates but why not really look the part in a sharp suit.

Topman have a great range of suits right now and there's something to suit all tastes, skinny fit, slim fit and a range of suits at just £100 

What I Wore Today #44 - The Profuomo Vegetable Print Shirt

Craig of That Dapper Chap shows us what he wore today which includes a statement vegetable print shirt by Profuomo

Today's look is all about the shirt

If you're looking for a statement shirt, maybe for date night of that Valentines day meal take a look at Profuomo. They currently have a great range in stock including some very unusual prints including birds, botanics and bugs to name just a couple of my favorites.

The flat lay ready to wear

I eventually settled on the Vegetable print shirt, a quirky print featuring every piece of veg you can imagine. Every time I look at it I spot something new. In fact people in the office today saw it as some kind of challenge to spot as many different items as possible! "an aubergine!" exclaimed Jan. "Found a pumpkin" Dan replied "at least I think it's a pumpkin" Debate ensued.

A closer look at this fantastic shirt

Stone chinos make for a 'spring' look

The orange carrots on the shirt sang to me so I decided to pick orange as an accent colour and pulled out my blue and orange striped knitted tie. I added an orange lapel pin to my blue corduroy blazer and chose blue and orange striped socks to continue the theme.

A close up of the pattern on the Profuomo shirt

I accessorised with my latest watch, very classic and simple in style so as not to distract from the shirt. It has a classic silver metal strap and blue hands which complimented the colour scheme. I'll do a full product review of this watch soon, so watch this space.

Today's watch, look out for a product review soon

My blue bobble hat also made an appearance, while the weather was mild for January I just wanted to wear it. I wear it a lot in the house with my PJ's when it's cold.  

The tan and navy belt continues that orange and blue theme and also compliments the two tone leather brogues. Always match your belt and shoes gents!

The trouser chain and bracelets pick out colours from the shirt and the navy leather back pack coordinates well and completes the look.

Rocking the bobble hat, well trying anyway

The orange pocket square continues the colour story

Just waiting for spring to do its thing

A look at the trouser chain and bracelets

The full look and the first outing for this cord blazer

Today's bracelets pick out colours from the shirt

The blue and orange striped tie carry the colour story

Socks to match my tie, why not!

Back to the office after my lunch break

The Expedition back pack in navy leather

Try a statement shirt yourself and wear it with pride

Where It's All From

Two Tone Leather Brogues - London Brogues £59.95

Blue & Orange Striped Socks - Topman

Slim Fit Stone Chinos - Primark

Vegetable Print Statement Shirt - Profuomo £85.00 

Blue & Orange Knitted Tie - Ebay £2.00

Blue Corduroy Blazer - Feraud £225 (similar HERE)

Beaded Trouser Chain - The Modern Gentleman £80.00

Orange Corduroy Lapel Pin - Home Made

Bracelets - Some Home Made, others from Our Saints & H&M

'Expedition' Navy Leather Backpack - The Cambridge Satchel Co £215 

Blue Bobble Hat - Next (sold out)

Silver Watch - Lord Timepieces £65.00

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Day to Night with Topman

Craig of That Dapper Chap creates a day to night look with trousers and blazer from Topman

The Challenge

The challenge was to choose some 'Hero' pieces from the partywear section or the suits section of the Topman website and style the pieces so that you can go straight from day to night with a couple of simple changes.

My 'Hero' Pieces

Blue And Grey Wool Blend Prince of Wales Check Skinny Fit Suit Trousers

50% Polyester, 31% Wool, 16% Acrylic, 3% Nylon.
Dry clean only.

PRICE: £50.00

Grey jersey double breasted skinny fit blazer with 6 buttons.

67% Polyester, 28% Viscose, 5% Elastane

Dry clean only

PRICE £80.00

The Day Time Look

For the day I chose a plain white long sleeved T-Shirt which has grey stitching to coordinate with the grey in the outfit. Keeping the look paired down I also wore white pumps creating a simple but strong look.

The Night Time look

To take it up a notch I changed into a white cotton shirt and a navy bow tie. The pocket square and cuff links add some elegant details. I switched out the white pumps for some black suede slippers and I was ready to party!

Where It's All From

Grey Jersey Double Breasted Blazer by Topman - £80.00

Blue and Grey Check Skinny Fit Trousers by Topman - £50.00

White Long Sleeved T-Shirt by Gap - £13.00 Similar HERE

White Pumps by Next - £32.00 Similar HERE

White Slim Fit Cotton Shirt by Blu Murray - 30.00

Navy Bow Tie from Ebay

Black Suede Slipper Loafers by Dapper England £190.00

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What I Wore Today #40 - Autumnal Shades

Craig of That Dapper Chap shows us what he wore today, taking inspiration from the changing autumnal landscape and showing off his new boots from Chatham Footwear

Autumn is well and truly here, the leaves have turned a mixture of stunning ochres and deep reds, the nights have got darker and colder and it's time to pull out your winter coat.

I bought this coat last autumn from Zara while on a trip to London. It's still great for this year with its slim fit and classic military shape. As often with Zara they added a twist to this classic, and used a very contemporary fabric, making it stand out from other coats on the high street. Unfortunately it isn't available this year but there is an equivalent in a large black and grey check. It's also available in a blazer too, and it's something I've added to my Christmas list.

Think of layering I chose a floral shirt with a very autumnal colour scheme and wore this under a cardigan with hues of burnt umber. The tie is vintage and helps to bring the colour scheme together while making a bit of a statement against the floral shirt.

Footwear has to be substantial at this time of year so I opted for these beauties. These are the 'Stornoway' tan leather and tweed boots from Chatham. I recently listed my top five pairs of shoes and boots from Chatham and these were number one in my list. See the article HERE

Where It's All From

Stornoway Leather and tweed boots - Chatham

Wool check trousers - Topman

Floral print shirt - Burton

Brown cardigan - H&M

Vintage diamond check tie - Ebay

Coat hanger tie clip - Stitches of Style

Wool check coat - Zara

Leather gloves - Zara

Sunglasses - Primark

Leather suitcase - Vintage

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