What I Wore Today - Green With(out) Envy

That Dapper Chap shares his daily look using a muted palette of moss green and brown

This look went feet up literally and stemmed entirely from my new merino wool socks. While I do love bright colours that have an immediate impact on the eye and make a real style statement, I also love an autumnal palette of muted green and brown. More sedate yes, but no less impactful.

So, with socks chosen I knew I had a moss green, textured knit cardigan which would work well, so I dragged that out of the wardrobe and grabbed a moss green nato strap for my watch. 

The trousers were part of a suit but since losing a bit of weight the jacket was a little too big. After passing the jacket on to a new (and slightly larger) new owner, I took the trousers to my tailor for alteration as I couldn't bear to part with them, and they're much easier to alter than a jacket!

The jacket is slightly unusual in that it's made from corduroy fabric and has pleated patch pockets with a button down flap. It makes a change from the standard blazer and it was a good fit for this look.

To finish the look I chose a heavy wool tie to continue with the depth of texture in the styling. The bracelets continue the colour story and the camo pocket square adds a modern trend element. The briefcase is a necessity, and this is the first time I've used this particular one. 

The shoes are a leather loafer and show off the socks perfectly. After all they were the inspiration for the whole look so I had to give them the exposure they deserved!

Del Toro:Loafers Boat Shoes Baja Slip On 

Where it's all from

Brown leather loafers: Topman

Green merino wool socks: Cnyttan

Wool check trousers: Next

Plain white shirt: H&M

Moss green texture knit cardigan: Next

Wool check tie: Vintage from Ebay

Corduroy blazer: Next

Watch: Paul Hewitt

Bracelets: home made and various outlets

Leather briefcase: Tunisian Store while on vacation

Pocket Square: Pocket Square Clothing

Lapel Flower: Bespoke Unit

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Barbour at London Collections: Men

That Dapper Chap shares the AW15 collection by British iconic brand barbour, as seen at London Collections: Men

A beautiful tweed blazer layered over a quilted layering

For the first time at London Collections, Barbour is showcasing looks from its Heritage Tweed and Core Essentials ranges. Established in 1894, Barbour has a history and heritage of over 120 years. 

As I was accepted late on for London Collections: Men it didn't give me  a lot of time to apply for invites to the shows. I did send an email off to Barbour but was too late. Sad times indeed, but did I let that stop me? No! After making an acquaintance along the way I did manage to get in to see the presentation and I was pleased that I did as I am a fan of Barbour.

The Barbour models displaying the new collection

In 1908, Malcolm Barbour, the 2nd generation of the family introduced the Barbour catalogues originally created for mail order enquiries across the globe. Today, these catalogues have provided the source and inspiration for many of Barbour’s collections combining heritage with modernity.

Off the rails. Some classic Barbour pieces in the new collection

The Heritage Tweed collection takes its inspiration from the 1919 Barbour catalogue where ‘Donegal Homespuns’ tweed is referred to as a ‘lasting friend.’ Famous for its warmth and durability, the Donegal tweed takes its name from the county of Donegal in Ireland.

Distinctive by its speckled appearance and woven from woollen spun yarns through British mill, Moons, it is characterised by its plain weave structure composed of uneven slub yarns contrasting with the ground colour.

Rich colours in a practical quilted jacket

A classic Barbour wool coat

Camouflage prints featured heavily in the AW15 Barbour collection

Showcasing three colour stories of navy, olive and brown, all established Barbour favourites,wax cotton jackets such as the Tweed Durham Wax jacket are combined with a subtle and sophisticated use of Donegal tweed in collars, hoods, shoulder and elbow patches. 

Quilts including the Baffle Quilt Down vest are trimmed with tweed to create smart, stand out pieces. Shirts and jerseys are 100% cotton and knitwear in 100% lambswool in charcoal, navy and Donegal green complement the range.

A chunky 100% lambswool sweater, perfect for the season

A 100% cotton olive coloured shirt, one of Barbours colours of the season

Cord and cotton twill trousers from Barbour’s Core Essentials range complete the look combining the heritage and tradition of the brand with modern day pieces in stylish fashion fits. Barbour accessories, a staple of the brand and footwear complete the look.

Ian Bergin, Head of Menswear said “This is the first time that Barbour has presented at London Collections. By showcasing pieces from our Heritage Tweed collection, we are able to demonstrate how we incorporate our history into contemporary pieces relevant to today’s consumer. By adding pieces, from our Core Essentials range, it becomes the best of Barbour – strong co-ordinated head to toe looks. It is no longer just about outerwear.”

The Baffle quilt down vest with tweed trim

Guests, photographers and bloggers alike view the collection

More camouflage pieces in the Barbour AW15 collection

100% cotton shirts and 100% lambswool knitwear 

The models rotate and take their places

I was so pleased to have been able to see this collection. As an iconic British brand Barbour represents a level of integrity in the industry that other brands may not have and a heritage so rich that it cannot be ignored. Not only is That Dapper Chap a fan but it appears that model and style icon David Gandy is a fan too as while browsing the range I saw his familiar face on the opposite side of the rail! Needless to say it made the event and I snapped a picture to mark the occasion.

Model and style icon David Gandy peruses the rails

Mr Gandy mingles with the crowd

David Gandy and friend allows a photo opportunity

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What I Wore - The Next Skinny Fit Suit

That Dapper Chap shares his daily look and shows off his new skinny fit suit from Next

Next have been making great affordable suits for years, dressing the likes of you and me in the latest cuts and fabrics and making sure that we look the part at that meeting, wedding or on that date.

This is my latest purchase, advertised as a 'rust' skinny fit suit which for me conjures images of rich deep oranges I'd say this is more berry coloured or deep burgundy.

Due to the weather conditions and the need for some additional warmth I also wore my checked coat, a patterned scarf and some leather gloves. I would have frozen for sure without them.

 

Under the suit I wore a burgundy and white striped shirt and a knitted burgundy and white polka dot tie which I held in place with a quirky little tie clip in the shape of a coat hanger, alluding to my love of fashion and my blogging career.

Jack Spade:Double Breasted Weller Suit Jacket Fall Jacket 

I accessorised with a matching watch strap with was made specifically for my watch by an Instagram friend. The leather loafers continue the colour palette and the lapel pin maintains the gold highlights.

I am really please with this suit, the fabric is great as it the fit. I first wore it while at London Collections: Men a could of weeks and and received some very nice comments about it. 

So with lunch packed in my leather briefcase and hand made pocket square in place I was ready for whatever the day had in store.

Where it's all from

Burgundy Leather Loafers: Vintage, from Beyond retro, London

Burgundy Socks: Uniqlo

Skinny Fit Suit: Next

Stripped, Button Down Shirt: Next

Patterned Scarf: Next

Watch: Daniel Wellington

Watch Strat: Bespoke, BWeiss Leather

Leather Briefcase: John Rocha at Debenhams

Knitted Polka Dot Tie: Ebay

Wool Check Coat: Zara

Gloves: Next

Pocket Square: Gavin Pierre-Medford

Tie Bar: Stitches Of Style

Stag Head Lapel Pin: Ebay

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The Paul Hewitt Watch - Product Review

That Dapper Chap carry's out a full product review of the Paul Hewitt Classic Line watch.

Paul Hewitt watches complete the preppy look for both men and women

Product

Inspired by the timeless chic of the "preppy style" originating from the USA, Paul Hewitt products represent casual authority coupled with lively colours and a touch of maritime flair. Paul Hewitt interpret the term "preppy" as an element of an individual lifestyle, which is holistically reflected in the mentality of the brand. 

My Paul Hewitt Classic Line watch, bow tie and Phrep bracelet

Paul Hewitt says "Style consciousness, individuality and high quality standards constitute our entrepreneurial triad for an exclusive product range that deliberately stands out from the interchangeable masses. Through the selection of carefully tailored style elements, we are therefore able to create exceptional and timeless accessory pieces that not only tastefully round off your outfit, but individually complement it"