Nicodemus
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My professional career is about to hit a new phase and I am throwing out most of my wardrobe to start over. I'm tired of the cheap stuff I've had from Target and Khols : )
I'm 5'11, 37, 180, semi-athletic (need to get rid of the gut though). Very dark brown hair with a fair amount of grey on the sides. Trimmed beard (grey chin though haha), and wireframe glasses. Think Hugh Laurie (House), but younger and not quite as acerbic. I look better with silver over gold.
I need to dress like an executive (CEO) for dealing with venture capitalists, board rooms, international business development, and the occasional speaking engagement at professional conferences. I want to look sharp, authoritative, with a sense of style (subdued, not flashy).
I rather like french cuffs, mandarin collars, vests, and unique ties (not all at the same time haha).
Without some advice otherwise, I'll probably end up going to the Men's Wearhouse and picking up a few shirts, a black suit, a dark navy blue suit, a blazer or two (for jeans or khaki days), pair of black shoes, pair of brown shoes, and some type of overcoat (weather is generally mild here in Raleigh NC, but I'm traveling to Montana, Virginia, New York, and Europe in the near future). I plan on getting everything altered/tailored.
I am on a budget, but I have a bit to spend. Maybe $800-$1200 in the immediate term, and more later in December/January.
Should I stick with Men's Wearhouse or go for higher quality/cost (when it is on sale) at Joseph A. Bank? Point or Spread collars? Two or three button? Blazer or Sportcoat (what's the difference?) Pleated or flat? Are expensive ties really worth it? Pinstripe or solid? Brands I should avoid?
I'm not going to be messing around in New York Wall Street board rooms all the time, so I don't have to go all out, I just need to look sharp.
Any advice or suggestions would be much appreciated. I'm a total noob when it comes to this stuff. I used to think wingtips had leather wings on em. : )
I'm 5'11, 37, 180, semi-athletic (need to get rid of the gut though). Very dark brown hair with a fair amount of grey on the sides. Trimmed beard (grey chin though haha), and wireframe glasses. Think Hugh Laurie (House), but younger and not quite as acerbic. I look better with silver over gold.
I need to dress like an executive (CEO) for dealing with venture capitalists, board rooms, international business development, and the occasional speaking engagement at professional conferences. I want to look sharp, authoritative, with a sense of style (subdued, not flashy).
I rather like french cuffs, mandarin collars, vests, and unique ties (not all at the same time haha).
Without some advice otherwise, I'll probably end up going to the Men's Wearhouse and picking up a few shirts, a black suit, a dark navy blue suit, a blazer or two (for jeans or khaki days), pair of black shoes, pair of brown shoes, and some type of overcoat (weather is generally mild here in Raleigh NC, but I'm traveling to Montana, Virginia, New York, and Europe in the near future). I plan on getting everything altered/tailored.
I am on a budget, but I have a bit to spend. Maybe $800-$1200 in the immediate term, and more later in December/January.
Should I stick with Men's Wearhouse or go for higher quality/cost (when it is on sale) at Joseph A. Bank? Point or Spread collars? Two or three button? Blazer or Sportcoat (what's the difference?) Pleated or flat? Are expensive ties really worth it? Pinstripe or solid? Brands I should avoid?
I'm not going to be messing around in New York Wall Street board rooms all the time, so I don't have to go all out, I just need to look sharp.
Any advice or suggestions would be much appreciated. I'm a total noob when it comes to this stuff. I used to think wingtips had leather wings on em. : )