Every man must know
After Hrs gives you the low-down on some key fashion words which every bloke-worth-his-brogue should be familiar with.
Dude, do words like chambray shirt, monk strap shoes or anti-fit set your teeth on edge? Do you cringe when you enter a bespoke store and you are bombarded with jargon like hounds tooth, herringbone and shawl lapel? Let’s be blunt. Most Indian men are sartorially challenged and they grow up in an environment where their moms buy most of their clothes. However, it doesn’t take too much to be a refined man who’s delightfully familiar with every item he’s wearing and is confident about his sartorial choices too. Try and understand these common sartorial words which often throw you off kilter, though you aren’t man enough to admit it.
Trench coat
Chuck Bass essayed by Ed Westwick dons a trench coat in Gossip Girl
Remember the long beige coat worn by Chuck Bass in Gossip Girl? This versatile garment has the ability to turn you into either a detective or a Wall Street shark — it all depends on how you wear it. Tie the belt around the waist or leave it unfastened.
Monk Strap shoes
Distressed
Varsity jacket
Fedora hat
Justin Timberlake rocks a fedora hatA felt hat which is usually creased lengthwise down the crown and pinched in the front on both sides. It’s a great dandy addition to your look for an afternoon at the racecourse — shields you from the sun glare (also, if you’re having a bad hair day) and adds more character to your dapper suit.
Anti-fit
Chambray shirt