men's corner: the not so serious tie...

while most associate a tie with work...think suit...crisp white shirt...and tie...there are ways to incorporate the "not so serious" tie with a casual look...

there might be a sports jacket involved...perhaps just a shirt and vest...the tie doesn't even have to be completely knotted tight...and what you get is a very put together casual look...you won't look like you put no thought into what you are wearing...still looking hip without being too structured...

the point is...make it fun...with a "not so serious" print...here are some great examples...

classic gingham tie
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yacht seersucker tie
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men's corner: check me out...

when it comes to adding a few basics to your spring/summer wardrobe...a few gingham shirts should be on the list...so many colors to choose from...why stop at just one?

these great gingham shirts can be paired with jeans, shorts...with just enough of a splash of color...

and...you can even pull this off at the office...i would not go for to bright a color...but pair it with a solid tie...and a nice casual sports coat...

voila...you are set for the office...and dinner afterwards...

secret wash lightweight shirt in gabel gingham
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men's corner: gingham...

spring is just around the corner (17 days to be exact...) but there's no time like the present to inject some spark into your wardrobe...and nothing is more fresh than the look of gingham...



gq magazine notes that a gingham shirt works great with navy, gray and khaki (and of course, jeans and a blazer...) for the office, keep the tie basic - the shirt does all the work...

gingham looks great in bright colors as well - pair it with a v-neck pullover and it's a look that works for most men...