This reminds me of a scarecrow. Not in a bad way, it's cute. And, I love his expression and the hat. People don't often wear hats anymore… I wish they did.
Who would've thought my velour sweater from gradeschool, my dad's gentleman jeans ca. 1995, a child's hat and the leftovers of the 2005 keffiyeh fad would look so smashing.
Oh . . . glad you posted that second shot. The first is a lovely portrait, but the second shows why you are the quintessential roving style finder and photographer. That belt, fashioned out of a bit of cloth, unravelling t the edges, is brilliant.
Oh the look on his face just resonates confidence, especially when highlighted by that tipped hat-and the nonchalance of his belt. Though, must admit, not sure I'm ready for the return of the denim trouser.
Clothing is probably the most silent of expressions used by human societies to demarcate social boundaries and to distinguish "Self" from "other" at both the collective and individual levels.
Echoing another comment on this one, I am reminded of some shirts I had made for a gentleman who insisted on having an 8-button front. I tried to dissuade him, but I'm sure that his first trip to tend to the necessary probably did more to convince him not to repeat that on his next order than any amount of arguing I could have ever attempted to have made. One only hopes that the knot is not too tight for this fellow.
Oh, please… that belt is just too precious. And he looks like my friend who we always laugh at and try to get to try on hats because they are always too little.
Oh this guy! I recognise him, he was working in a bar at Marais, the reason why I picked that bar in the street while waiting for my friend. He had an unforgettable, alluring outfit and attitude just like in this picture.
that belt . . . turn your armchair or couch over, pull off the black cambrick, and you'll see it's furniture webbing, the stuff you tie the springs to. pretty nifty, eh? he must have gotten into my stash. why not?
Coronita
October 12, 2009 at 1:39 pm
Always love a little bit of tattered with a lot of refined.
Donned and Delivered
October 12, 2009 at 1:47 pm
It's okay. It's definitely non-chalant though.
thatsorad
October 12, 2009 at 2:03 pm
Oh wow, that top photo is truely amazing!
Marina
October 12, 2009 at 2:04 pm
This reminds me of a scarecrow. Not in a bad way, it's cute. And, I love his expression and the hat. People don't often wear hats anymore… I wish they did.
The Man Who Knew Too Much
October 12, 2009 at 2:05 pm
Love his style. So laidback.
Anonymous
October 12, 2009 at 2:14 pm
Who would've thought my velour sweater from gradeschool, my dad's gentleman jeans ca. 1995, a child's hat and the leftovers of the 2005 keffiyeh fad would look so smashing.
Monika Poppy
October 12, 2009 at 2:16 pm
good insperation
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Style Scanner
October 12, 2009 at 2:16 pm
Nice belt with the denim – As a lady I wouldn't fancy being bursting for the loo in this though…
CHICMUSE
October 12, 2009 at 2:26 pm
TREMENDOUS. AND FUNNY. LOVE HIS NON CARE OF EVERYTHING.
XX
CHICMUSE
Francesca
October 12, 2009 at 2:26 pm
i LOVE the indigo blue jeans! so hip.
xoxo,
F
lekisskiss.blogspot.com <– two little girls stuck in nyc and chi blogging all things fashion!
CHICMUSE
October 12, 2009 at 2:26 pm
TREMENDOUS. AND FUNNY. LOVE HIS NON CARE OF EVERYTHING.
XX
CHICMUSE
Francesca
October 12, 2009 at 2:26 pm
i LOVE the indigo blue jeans! so hip.
xoxo,
F
lekisskiss.blogspot.com <– two little girls stuck in nyc and chi blogging all things fashion!
Ivy Lane
October 12, 2009 at 2:26 pm
I was good til the scare crow belt came out!
The Photodiarist
October 12, 2009 at 2:27 pm
Oh . . . glad you posted that second shot. The first is a lovely portrait, but the second shows why you are the quintessential roving style finder and photographer. That belt, fashioned out of a bit of cloth, unravelling t the edges, is brilliant.
Anonymous
October 12, 2009 at 2:34 pm
So this season! I love the belt and the combination of brown and jeans blue. The confidence of this man is catching.
Kristin
October 12, 2009 at 2:41 pm
Interesting belt. I love his hat!
HighGlossBlue
October 12, 2009 at 2:44 pm
Oh the look on his face just resonates confidence, especially when highlighted by that tipped hat-and the nonchalance of his belt. Though, must admit, not sure I'm ready for the return of the denim trouser.
Wine Splodge
October 12, 2009 at 2:48 pm
HIS BELT!
Anonymous
October 12, 2009 at 2:52 pm
Nice belt! The rest is okay, but not special.
I will be in Paris next weekend. Are you still there by the time?! :-)
Serg Riva
October 12, 2009 at 2:53 pm
the belt? sure why not. but who cares? it is the pose that tells the story.
hi-d
October 12, 2009 at 2:55 pm
When I saw this, the first thing that came to my mind was "Scrarecrow." It's a very unique look indeed. You are so talented!
Anonymous
October 12, 2009 at 2:57 pm
Sartorial vs. lavatorial; Monsieur ain't going to be whipping those down in a hurry if he's caught short.
Digging the Star Trek velour, but the hat looks a little small.
WebMaster
October 12, 2009 at 3:03 pm
This site is FACINANTE!!!! How can I buy the book in Santiago Chile???
Emmanuelle
October 12, 2009 at 3:05 pm
So perfect style ! I love.
SallyO
October 12, 2009 at 3:15 pm
Scarecrow chic!
Petitbill
October 12, 2009 at 3:32 pm
what an amazing belt! I like this style.
Taylor
October 12, 2009 at 3:39 pm
Wasn't expecting that belt at all- but I love it! Also love the attitude in the first.
Jack Daniel
October 12, 2009 at 3:50 pm
Daaaamn, I want his sweater.
I like his 'belt'.
metscan
October 12, 2009 at 3:59 pm
No harm done. A man usually wants to keep his pants up ;)
Cassandra
October 12, 2009 at 4:09 pm
creativity.
pikkuhedy
October 12, 2009 at 4:39 pm
well I'll be doggone!! isn't it the very talented brodeur Lorenzo nanni a.k.a zozo pyrrogaster? always enjoed his sense of style
Dannie
October 12, 2009 at 5:00 pm
koool
like how he added that little flair with the fabric belt ;)
Premton
October 12, 2009 at 5:08 pm
Clothing is probably the most silent of expressions used by human societies to demarcate social boundaries and to distinguish "Self" from "other" at both the collective and individual levels.
rootsandwings
October 12, 2009 at 5:10 pm
congratulations for your blog..come to lisbon, you will find here a lots of inspiration!
Friend in Fashion
October 12, 2009 at 5:22 pm
pulled together nicely!
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MIA
October 12, 2009 at 5:26 pm
ah! It's amazing the way how you notice these details!
Maranda
October 12, 2009 at 5:50 pm
Tha hat's too small. I love the blue blue jeans and the brown velour. I remember velour ,,,always cozy, and shed like crazy in the clothes dryer.
elaina brillantes
October 12, 2009 at 5:57 pm
i want to see the shoes, haha!
Jacqueline
October 12, 2009 at 6:41 pm
cool belt!
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Anonymous
October 12, 2009 at 6:51 pm
Interesting that most people commented on the belt… the first thing I noticed was the trouser style jeans! Love those pockets!
Anonymous
October 12, 2009 at 7:01 pm
Echoing another comment on this one, I am reminded of some shirts I had made for a gentleman who insisted on having an 8-button front. I tried to dissuade him, but I'm sure that his first trip to tend to the necessary probably did more to convince him not to repeat that on his next order than any amount of arguing I could have ever attempted to have made. One only hopes that the knot is not too tight for this fellow.
girlfryeday
October 12, 2009 at 7:08 pm
No to the belt! It's a bit too Scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz for me. As much as I like the movie… http://www.nickiefrye.etsy.com
Sam
October 12, 2009 at 7:15 pm
I wish it was full length. I was hoping to scroll down and see the cuff length of the pants. The satorialist has me obsessed with pant lengths!
Cami
October 12, 2009 at 7:28 pm
HOT.
Anonymous
October 12, 2009 at 7:31 pm
This is what I call "posted up!"
Amy
October 12, 2009 at 8:02 pm
The top photo is great, nice use of light. I do like his hat and belt.
Anonymous
October 12, 2009 at 9:30 pm
Oh, please… that belt is just too precious. And he looks like my friend who we always laugh at and try to get to try on hats because they are always too little.
FloraDress
October 12, 2009 at 11:42 pm
love this style. I like his belt.
Soren Lorensen
October 13, 2009 at 2:50 am
bloody brilliant
IIDA
October 13, 2009 at 5:41 am
I love the bright bright blue denim. And the light.
sofiasophie
October 13, 2009 at 5:54 am
very very nice belt.. looks like a piece of canvas…. love the straw colour….
Luxury Ties
October 13, 2009 at 8:21 am
i love the style!the belt makes nthe outfit i think!!and the straw hat matches it!
AETKinneir
October 13, 2009 at 8:51 am
velour?….previously i had resided to the fact that it had no place in anyones wardrobe…..he just proved me wrong.
Steve Schnier
October 13, 2009 at 8:52 am
Interesting look bit it seems more than somewhat affected. There's a fine line between style and costume and this gentleman has crossed it.
tgc
October 13, 2009 at 9:08 am
Oh this guy! I recognise him, he was working in a bar at Marais, the reason why I picked that bar in the street while waiting for my friend. He had an unforgettable, alluring outfit and attitude just like in this picture.
tgc
October 13, 2009 at 9:10 am
I wish I could see as well how his shoes look like!
Mat
October 13, 2009 at 9:41 am
velour jumpers have never looked so cool, nice belt idea too.
those are some trousers! wowee,what a guy.
Got a competition running on my blog to win a pair of TUK Creepers at the mo;
http://buckets-and-spades.blogspot.com/2009/10/competition-tuk-creepers-giveaway.html
Feel free to enter!
Joy Mars
October 13, 2009 at 1:24 pm
Velor? That's stretching things.
Anonymous
October 13, 2009 at 2:53 pm
Simple details make the difference.
Anonymous
October 13, 2009 at 4:10 pm
wow! he takes a simple american apparel sweater to a whole new level.
bravegrrl
October 13, 2009 at 4:49 pm
love the make shift belt, i've done that quite often :)
J.Teheren
October 13, 2009 at 6:32 pm
Eclectic. Something I'd wear in a heartbeat. Excellent!
thisrequiresthought
October 13, 2009 at 6:55 pm
love the belt!
A trend-setting friend of mine has pulled off wearing a cast-off seat-belt.
Wear it with confidence!!
Deppe
October 13, 2009 at 7:07 pm
LOVE this look!!!
clareassiral
October 14, 2009 at 2:02 am
what a nice touch
Say No To FACION
October 14, 2009 at 6:37 am
loving the belt. been noticing this off-center belt-buckle look in london. stylin!
but a trillby?! still channeling justin timberlake?! hmmmm
YET he does carry it off
openzedoor
October 14, 2009 at 4:02 pm
It takes confidence to carry off a brown velour sweatshirt
abby
October 14, 2009 at 7:34 pm
that belt . . . turn your armchair or couch over, pull off the black cambrick, and you'll see it's furniture webbing, the stuff you tie the springs to. pretty nifty, eh? he must have gotten into my stash. why not?
Kiwi
October 15, 2009 at 4:39 am
i love th jeanssssss
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O Alfaiate Lisboeta
October 15, 2009 at 4:35 pm
lovely!!
Anonymous
October 17, 2009 at 1:59 am
I like the way the twistyness in the hat is echoed in the way his top is draped, also twisted… nice! looks like a saucy lad.
yesim
January 12, 2010 at 9:07 am
Like this belt..