Smart-Casual VS High-Low Dressing | Kirby Allison
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
- In this video Kirby Allison and Jonathan Sigmon, from Alan Flusser, discuss high-low dressing and how to make sure that your outfit accessories coordinate properly.
High-low dressing is the deliberate mixing of smart with casual. Rather than smart-casual dressing, which is about clothes that fit into both categories. Jonathan and Kirby are both wearing what we would consider to be Alternative Blazers and Jonathan does a wonderful job at demonstrating the difference between smart-casual dressing and high-low dressing.
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I'm sure it's a lovely jacket but I can't get Miami Vice out of my head with that look. would never do it.
Light wash jeans are too much difference of formality even with a casual blazer, for me.
Dark jean would work better here i think.
An Sung fair comment and I would agree that your comment will apply to a more traditional ensemble; however I kinda like the style as it is on this occasion.
No
Good stuff Kirby, when I go to these company mandated "corporate casual" events I still want to outdress.
Completely agree!
I can see myself going to Alan for these more casual slack jacket and blazer options. Once you have enough of the standard stuff, it’s hard to find interesting designs that aren’t just a variance on fabric or lapel sizes/styles. I love that they have a bit of focus on that aside from the more standard commissions. Thanks as always for sharing, sir!
I think that the casual stuff might be where Alan really excels the most! Alan's style has evolved in recent years to be more on the casual side and this is an area of menswear fought with landmines which Alan navigates with precision and ease!
That yellow pocket square is a beauty.
Great combination of colors!
Kirby, I admire your understated ensemble here. The alternative green coat ensemble has a 'LOOK AT ME' feel, which does not come together in a cohesive and pleasing manner to the eye. In my lowly opinion, that is dressing for attention rather than dressing well for oneself. I know which I option I prefer.
I have a 70/30 wool/mohair navy sport coat with silver buttons and it’s so versatile. Warm and breathable and so easy to dress up or down.
Mom jeans?! 😆
That belt is fire, though 🔥🔥🔥. John Lobb, I believe. The jacket was pretty cool too; I'd sport that.
The belt is actually a piece that Alan designed. I liked it also!
@@kirbyallison Ah, thank you Kirby!
I always think that the absence of a collar looks very off with a jacket on.
If I am going to wear a jacket without a tie, I'll normally wear a button-down dress shirt.
Kirby, your coats lapel is extremely large. The notch is low. Curious if your coat is an older or a vintage piece? It was great to hear about the famous green coat. He wears it often, and flys from NY with it. The fabric is gorgeous. I would love an electric blue version with nickel buttons. One day.
I like the color of that jacket.
Very well done Mr. Allison. I've always been interested in incorporating a green sport coat into my wardrobe. Appreciate the tip. Cheers.
Pure “Sprezzatura”
I really wish they would take their trunk show out west. I think these alternative jackets would be a big hit with the tech crowd. People are always looking for pieces they can dress up and down.
I know people poo poo the tech crowd, I just think people don't understand how to make jeans look good. I have very good Italian jackets, I have made to measure shirts and Cordovan leather shoes. To dress up, I'll substitute the jeans for some nice slacks.
While few people wear suits in Tech (US, they do wear more overseas) people still want to look good. Most just don't know how because when they think fine clothing they think suits.
I would love to see more videos on how to dress well in a casual environment. I don't think a bespoke suit company are people's first choice for casual wear.
I love earthy or dark greens. Its the new black, but more versatile.
This is a great green. Vibrant and elegant!
In love with his outfit. Reminds me of Gant Rugger's aesthetic. I miss working for that company.
I think Jonathan looks great. I guess it's all personal taste, but I like the jeans. he has with his outfit. And he just looks comfortable in his own skin. I think that makes a world of difference.
I do dress somewhat like Jonathan does. An overcoat or a blazer on sweater or silk shirt (off formality) with Stefano Ricci croc belt and dark blue jean with brogue shoes.
I was thinking the exact same, the jeans are too light and doesn't pair well with the jacket.
This is good. Really good. Hats off to Jonathan and his sense of style!
Amazing!
Greet colour combo. The only thing irking me is the fit. The jacket is winging out at the back. Need to invest in made to measure with a "head forward "alteration.
So let me ask this: if you have a traditional blue blazer with brass buttons, do you still have to ‘match metals’? In other words, does your watch and belt buckle also have to be yellow in color to match the brass buttons?
Whatever was going on with this sleeve was really distracting.
As always quality content.
Great music at the tail end of video. Would you mind sharing the name of the artist and track?
I honestly don't understand why so many people dislike this look. I think it works beautifully. Would totally wear this
I wonder if he wears socks with sandals.
Cool Mom jeans, lol.
Hi Kirby I have a question on mirror polishing. Do you recommend washing the high shine shammy?
I don't find that the chamois ever really needs to be washed... the excess wax eventually wears off. But you can certainly wash it in warm water and light detergent.
Hi Kirby Allison, I have a question: how much time is good for shoes to rest after a 8-hour-working-day?
2 days, to completely dry and reshape.
PN Captainpn thanks
Sorry. This does not work at all. Not even a little bit. It’s a lovely jacket though, when properly paired.
Those jeans ruin it. Terrible look.
themonkeydrunken thank you
Any way to get away from jeans when dressing casual? So, so , so overdone.
Chinos are a great alternative to jeans. Even a nice pair of odd trousers. I am working on some videos about this exact subject that should be out sometime soon!
Wait where did he get that belt?!
This is a belt that Flusser designed (at least the buckle). They offer them retail.
@@kirbyallison thank you!
Maybe just me, but the olive sportcoat looks a bit too short and skimpy.to my eye. I also don't think a crew neck sweater goes well with a the more formal look of the jacket, without a shirt underneath to boost the formality of the "look." But I think the jeans look great with the sportcoat. I like the overall subtle look of the outfit.
So true. It almost looks like a limp yellow t-shirt. Either way it's not an ideal look. A collared shirt would have vastly improved the look of this hideous green coat.
i dont know about that one ....
Agreed. A bit Rodney Dangerfield in Caddyshack for me.
Auguste Maquet “Rodney” Dangerfield.
@@hollygolightly8048Thanks! Sadly not my worst typo this week.
Hilarious. Love that movie...
There is nothing casual about these garments.
🤮🤮🤮🤮
Shirts are so old-fashioned.