I like this look. Something I would feel comfortable wearing. Dressed but not over done. Relaxed formality.

Tweed is really great to wear in the city in the winter. Layers like this make a bigger coat unnecessary often.

I am mystified by “dirty” jeans. They look…well…dirty.

Big fan of tartan. A multitude of fine colour combinations that go unused and unappreciated.

Me to i love it. Simply, casual and class.
that’s all

Not so much about the details as the seemingly combination – done with flair – is very interesting.

mltt

Love it too. My only question is about the size of the vest : to be able to wear under such a thick vest, it should be larger than your usual fit. So what does happen when you wear the vest with only a shirt ?
Doesn’t it become ill-fitted ?

I too like the tie. However, I am not a fan of the outfit. It looks very ordinary. Any American college boy could dress like that. The fix seems boxy and undefined and has written Abercrombie&Fitch all over it. For someone who although he has the financial means does not know how or dare to look any different than a football captain going prep.

is that a tim hamilton blazer?

good point Sart.
I love the little peek of tie out of the bottom, and the meeting of cuffs.
I will always be a sucker for a shawl collar cardigan.
I am also not a fan of the jeans. A uniform dark wash would have been much more appropriate, in my humble opinion, but that’s criticism for the staff, not the photog. :)

I love cool window displays! The scarf really makes the look stand out althouh that fit and colour of jeans look weird with the rest of the outfit.

This is exactly how I like to dress. If only I could afford BG. I guess J Crew will have to fill that void. Thanks J Crew!

i love the top, and honestly don’t think you’ll see too many college boys wearing this today. maybe 60 years ago.

the pre-distressed jeans, on the other hand, are horrible. generally, they’re tasteless. in this specific outfit, they push the whole thing toward a j crew catalog look.

Sweaters and knitwear intimidate me; the textures, colors, and especially the cut/fit is so…well, knitwear is just so different than any other piece of torso clothing, I feel like I don’t know what rules to follow. :(

Can anyone lend some tips for a 20-something, west-coast guy who is afraid of knitwear, but has an irresistible urge to experiment?

A heavy-texture look at its finest. Lets hope everyone catches onto this next winter.

it’s still a great American look even if places like abercrombie have spoiled the fun. mr. sart, i would love to see more photos along this vein mixed in with your other work, if you would be so kind. the fact that people are tossing criticism at this outfit makes me think that people somehow view American looks as something second class. what i love about this is if BG puts this in the window again in the year 2037 it’s still going to be well received. and for those of us on a regular joe’s budget, that’s good news.

I love the fabrics but I would prefer the scarf in plaid and no tie – without the scarf obscuring the collar and knot, I think the outfit would come off a little too formal for the casual nature the rest of the clothing is shooting for. I like how the belt avoids the A&F look by not having a big buckle.

People need to stop wearing sport coats with jeans. The look is shite.

Nothing feels better in the winter than layering clothing. It’s even more wonderful with a little sartorial creativity is involved.

You’re right. Opening it up really allows one to see all the textures in great detail. I think this combination of colour and texture is quite brilliant. I do like it.

This look has my full approval.

Hi Sart

Two observations. Firstly, the college scarf is a distraction. The ensemble has enough going-on without it. Secondly, I tend to agree with anon above who suggested that the jacket looks boxy and uninspiring. What I’d like to have seen was (a) a big roll collar on the vest and (b) and a Vivienne Westwood Winter 07-08 cut to the jacket.

Best wishes

Anon, Wales, UK

I love this look, casual but perfectly coordinated. It’s a look I see on stylish young men in their early 20′s, like my son. I like it so much better than grungy t-shirts, baseball caps, tattered jeans and sneakers.

What kind of shoes would you wear with this outfit? Pictures would be appreciated.