He has a nice Northern European musician look and a very amiable face. And I like the re-appropriated jacket with the kitschy bird, which reflects the current hot, hot trend in print, textiles and home design. It’s a trend I’ve been seeing for quite awhile though — I’m personally wary of investing in too much birdy design because I think the trend will reach critical mass and go right to overkill.
I’ve always shied away from buying jackets with graphics on them, preferring to make my own sartorial jokes. This fellow seems to have pulled it off. Now I’ll have to re-think the Comme de Garcon suit with white boot-prints on the lapel, which I saw at a vintage store…
in any case, the birds are a nice touch. however, i do find the shoulders to bit a tad too stiff / boxy and he neeeds to tuck in that shirt! otherwise, great monochromatic look :)
He’s adorable but I think he could have worn a different scarf. This one should either be longer or wider or both. The ironic expression is great and his outfit reflects his confidence.
As far as tired looks go, jackets with screenprinting are way up there. I can’t really understand how this look got popular in the first place. Screenprinting on anything other than t-shirts is a bad idea, and even then, proceed with caution.
anonymous 1.02 maybe he is holding the phone cos he just used it. Why, because it’s in his hand do you assume it is an accessory rather than functional, and WHY in general do some people make it their goal in life to nit-pick about these strangers (who are nice enough to agree to being photographed for our viewing pleasure) as much as possible?
I think he’s really cool and totally hot, I bet he’s a nice southern gentleman who makes a mean batch of cheese grits. Or maybe he’s some kinda architect. I also imagine he has a gigantic cat. Anyone agree?
Love his jacket. I believe sometimes we have to veer away from being plain and just go for prints. This isn’t over the top, just right. And I love how he just wrapped his scarf around randomly. He sure pulled it off!
at first i thought they were paint smudges on his jacket, and i thought they were cool. now i see they’re eagles, and i don’t like it as much. but it’s ok. paint that flew off a canvas you were working on is way sexier.
Zaydoun
December 16, 2006 at 9:02 am
Libertine?
j3black
December 16, 2006 at 9:07 am
Let the eagle soar!
janvangogh
December 16, 2006 at 9:28 am
At first I thought he must have been wearing his jacket while painting. But I see that it is a dove. Great attitude.
Nan
December 16, 2006 at 10:25 am
He has a nice Northern European musician look and a very amiable face. And I like the re-appropriated jacket with the kitschy bird, which reflects the current hot, hot trend in print, textiles and home design. It’s a trend I’ve been seeing for quite awhile though — I’m personally wary of investing in too much birdy design because I think the trend will reach critical mass and go right to overkill.
Andrea
December 16, 2006 at 10:33 am
My first thought was Libertine as well ;-)
I like his smile.
Anonymous
December 16, 2006 at 10:43 am
Nice face, but the rest …
vintagent
December 16, 2006 at 10:46 am
I’ve always shied away from buying jackets with graphics on them, preferring to make my own sartorial jokes. This fellow seems to have pulled it off.
Now I’ll have to re-think the Comme de Garcon suit with white boot-prints on the lapel, which I saw at a vintage store…
D. Kay
December 16, 2006 at 10:49 am
I, as well, thought that he may have splashed a bit of paint on his jacket.
Either way, this is a great casual look.
ageez
December 16, 2006 at 11:03 am
such nonchalance in the way the scarf is worn. i love that jacket on him too, with the painted detail. he’s just yummy.
Anonymous
December 16, 2006 at 11:09 am
i don’t see whats special about this ensemble? i detest painted blazers …
Anonymous
December 16, 2006 at 12:07 pm
Thanks for posting larger pictures.
Butch
December 16, 2006 at 12:10 pm
At first glance, I also thought that the eagle decor was paint; delightful surprise to discover otherwise.
Am all in favor of this kind of jacket personalization….
Brave Lurker
December 16, 2006 at 12:47 pm
Love the whimsey . . .
milamar
December 16, 2006 at 1:23 pm
Love it! He looks like a cool Brit to me :)
Sofia
December 16, 2006 at 1:24 pm
Amazing style ;)
Kråka
December 16, 2006 at 1:34 pm
Totally hot; a peaceful guy! Love the dove!
Daniel
December 16, 2006 at 2:04 pm
actually, i think they are eagles, not doves.
in any case, the birds are a nice touch. however, i do find the shoulders to bit a tad too stiff / boxy and he neeeds to tuck in that shirt! otherwise, great monochromatic look :)
enygma
December 16, 2006 at 2:13 pm
Funny, I thought the exact same thing janvangogh did until I took a closer look. I love it!
Anonymous
December 16, 2006 at 3:33 pm
Perfection. Just the rght amount of humor.
n.rosa
December 16, 2006 at 6:16 pm
great prints
Anonymous
December 16, 2006 at 8:06 pm
why the remote in his hand?
Anonymous
December 16, 2006 at 8:59 pm
He’s adorable but I think he could have worn a different scarf. This one should either be longer or wider or both. The ironic expression is great and his outfit reflects his confidence.
Anonymous
December 16, 2006 at 9:33 pm
When I saw the photo I thought “Peace be with you”, because I thought that is is a dove. Cool!
Anonymous
December 17, 2006 at 1:00 am
perfection? it looks like he got everything at urban outfitters. He’s got a nice face, but you guys are crazy…
Anonymous
December 17, 2006 at 1:02 am
Dime a dozen trendy. I also dislike the cell-phone as accessory look. He seems happy…I’m a complete misanthrope.
Q
December 17, 2006 at 4:46 am
I love this quirky guy; such the intellectual. Can anyone confirm the brand?
Anonymous
December 17, 2006 at 8:25 am
As far as tired looks go, jackets with screenprinting are way up there. I can’t really understand how this look got popular in the first place. Screenprinting on anything other than t-shirts is a bad idea, and even then, proceed with caution.
Anonymous
December 17, 2006 at 12:05 pm
A guy carrying a handbag…don’t see much of that where I live. I like his bad too. :)
Anonymous
December 17, 2006 at 7:28 pm
anonymous 1.02 maybe he is holding the phone cos he just used it. Why, because it’s in his hand do you assume it is an accessory rather than functional, and WHY in general do some people make it their goal in life to nit-pick about these strangers (who are nice enough to agree to being photographed for our viewing pleasure) as much as possible?
Anonymous
December 18, 2006 at 8:47 am
Nothing special at all, except for his good nature. Screenprinted thrift jacket, bad jeans; meh all over.
Anonymous
December 18, 2006 at 11:49 am
Nice touch on the jacket but it needs a better scarf! This one looks like Army surplus…
"Alice"
December 18, 2006 at 4:16 pm
I think he’s really cool and totally hot, I bet he’s a nice southern gentleman who makes a mean batch of cheese grits. Or maybe he’s some kinda architect. I also imagine he has a gigantic cat. Anyone agree?
shanghaithong
December 19, 2006 at 2:46 am
Love his jacket. I believe sometimes we have to veer away from being plain and just go for prints. This isn’t over the top, just right. And I love how he just wrapped his scarf around randomly. He sure pulled it off!
Anonymous
December 19, 2006 at 2:55 am
an incredibly attractive look …
Anonymous
December 24, 2006 at 3:08 pm
at first i thought they were paint smudges on his jacket, and i thought they were cool. now i see they’re eagles, and i don’t like it as much. but it’s ok. paint that flew off a canvas you were working on is way sexier.