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Pattern Etiquette : Houndstooth
Trav : It’s always good to have some sort of knowledge about the patterns and fabrics that we constantly indulge ourselves in, whether it’s flannel, houndstooth, tweed or herringbone. Classic British style comes to mind when I think of a pattern such as houndstooth. The savvy yet tailored classic look from our brothers across the pond seems to be at the root of many patterns across the board. Various houndstooth pieces I have seen were just too busy for my personal taste. I was however lucky enough to come across this beautiful Polo houndstooth wool shirt. Houndstooth is a duo tone textile pattern, characterized by broken checks or abstract four-pointed shapes. I particularly love this piece because it sticks to a more toned down classic look. The piece almost has a sort of ‘tweedish” look ( one of my favorite fabrics as of late). After Josh’s previous post about different patterns I felt it would be appropriate for me to follow suit on the topic. Patterns similar to this are just perfect for layering during the fall season.
Trav – Ralph Lauren Houndstooth shirt | Uniqlo turtle neck | Nudies | L.L Bean Rubber Mocs
Fit Details: I’m wearing a Polo houndstooth wool shirt, I actually purchased this shirt for next to nothing from a thrift store. I had to make a appointment with our tailor Pablo (Stanton Tailor Shop) to get the shirt taken in a bit for a more tapered slim look. With the fall season comes relentless layering calling for the cream Uniqlo turtleneck underneath a brown uniqlo v neck shirt. The bracelets are produced by brothers and leather makers Billykirk. We recently stopped by their Jersey City studio and had the chance to spectate on how everything comes to fruition. The shoes are L.L. Bean Rubber Mocs, they are definitely one of my favorites. The sizing on these bad boys are really off so if anyone is planning on purchasing size down two. I wear a 9.5-10 and an 8 fits perfectly.
* UPDATE * – To view how LL Bean boots are made click this link – very interesting *
First comment good stuff bro’s keep it up!
Another well written article good sir, thanks for thee British acknowledgment.
That’s a very nice fit. Houndstooth is one of my favorite patterns. I have about 3 pieces from UNIQLO that have the Houndstooth pattern on them haha. I think a lot of people that wear it don’t really know what it’s called so this is a good post.
houndstooth. so necessary. great call yet again.
-Paul
this is an excellent material, i prefer it better on woman, but i know that i can rock it too…. lol
I normally hate turtlenecks, but you killed it bro.
I really do like this fabric.
Houndstooth has always been one of my fave patterns, so I like how you were able to wear it and still look masculine!
Great look <3
rtf
Love houndstooth. Well done!
WOW! I feel so ignorant and stupid! I do not know how your blog ended up on my readers list, but I am so so so glad it ended up there! Either you might have commented my blog or I might have stumbled upon yours without remembering. All I have to say is I am glad I quickly visited it right now, because you are officially added to my fashion inspirational people! You are perfection to its fullest. You are my style. LOOOVVVEEEE IT! Trust me, I will be visiting here way more often and I will be commenting! Love this ensemble by the way. In fact, you have literally inspired me on what to wear for tomorrow.
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next to nothing….damn
the shoes were the best in my opinion worn
to the fullest.
highly appeciated.
i think im in love.
Trav, you hit it on the nail once again. I’m loving the foot action. I plan on purchasing a few items from the L.L. bean catalogue these upcoming weeks.
Great freaky shoes!
bro i need to add this kicks to my collection and i hate u for always finding some stuff for dirt cheap mad randomly and making it work for u lol ALWAYS! Ralph Lauren is the best.
Great post here Trav, I don’t have anything in my closet that’s of a houndstooth pattern but hopefully that can change soon. When I think of houndstooth pattern I can’t help but think of those H&M black/white large patterned houndstooth jackets that they produce for women that every lady seems to wear lol.
Beautiful shirt! I think what makes it work is the colors are a muted simple black and white and the pattern itself is less pronounce (read smaller) than what we typically see in stores. Is the shirt this season, last season or vintage?
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Wow! What in sight on a fabric that hardly gets any recognition at all. I think that this post and many more like it will definitely would be extremely helpful to readers. I think that this material almost always gets over looked just for the fact that it has the same sort of characteristics as tweed does in some ways. Often it does get mistaken as tweed, but it has been awhile since I have heard anyone make that mistake. Seeing this post makes me hunger for more of your and J’s views on the topic of fabrics especially the ones listed and when it gets warmer maybe silk. Overall, great post man and the fit complements itself…keep the fire coming!
Great post!
Check out my post on how to fold the tongue on your mocs.
http://alexandergrant.blogspot.com/2009/11/how-to-keep-tongue-folded-down-on-your.html
As always a well written article, I have been checking back since Sunday for the latest post lol. Although the shoes are not my style they work well with your style.
Shirt looks good Trav.
a friend linked me to your blog & omg, i’m in love. can i be fly like you guys? stylin’…! i love it.
xo
lani
Absolutely killed the casual look for the Bean Mocs. Makes the outfit in my opinion.
Taevon Palmer: Thanks man
BreY: Thanks.. no problem man..yoou guys stay doing it.
Kody; Thanks, yea i think i know of these shirts you speak of..pretty nice, Uniqlo always delivers. and yea many people just don’t care to know about the patterns and fabrics that they are investing in
components of enthusiasm: thanks dude. Loving your blog.
Neef: yea i know what u mean, a lot of woman wear it..the big, bold black/white print is really feminine..the pieces for men are a little more subtle.
L.A.S: lol thanks man…stay tuned for a possible turtleneck post in the near future
Tiffany: I really do like this fabric too..lol
LOLA: Thank you!
Brittany: Thanks much. I’m realizing that a lot of girls like houndstooth. There are so many woman’s clothes that uses the pattern. I’m noticing it more and more.
theTrendyDwarf: mannn thanks for the love! always nice to know that at least one person like what we do..nice blog you got there by the way. Looking forward to hearing from you again!
cam: lol yea man ..next to nothing..the power of eBay never seizes to amaze me.. Thanks a lot
jennyb: *blush*..lol.. with me or with the shirt? or both? either way, that is the compliment of a lifetime lol
Rhamier.A: Thanks my brother, we are actually on the same page right now..there’s a couple stuff i wanna get from them in the next couple weeks. I’m seeing some really nice basics i can add to my wardrobe for the winter
Philipp: Thanks man, at $60 they are the bargain of a lifetime.
Louietheking: haha!…thanks man. I get my hunt on from time to time and sometimes i just come up lucky. And YES RL is the best.. no question. And about adding those kicks to your collection, go for it man, it doesn’t get any better for the price.
JKISSI: LOL..yeh man HM loves putting houndstooth on woman’s jacket in straight black and white…its always good to find a piece that kind off go against a standard norm.
DC: Thanks man..yep, i love the fact that the pattern is a lot smaller than the ones we traditionally see..it comes across so much more clean. The item is vintage. Nice dapper blog you got there.
David: Yea man, we are sooo on the same page right now. More posts on similar topics of fabrics and patterns are sure to come in the very near future. And you are so right about the houndstooth being mistaken for tweed, it definitely doesn’t get the recognition it deserves. it’s funny because i have a tweed blazer in a very similar color and despite the different pattern, they look a lot alike.
Skip: wow, great post on how to fold the tongue. i might just try that. thanks a lot.
Craig: Thanks, sorry to keep you waiting man, the pressure is on lol..we have been trying to update as frequent as possible.. More updates coming soon
Jeff: Thanks again. appreciate the continuous love
Lani: Thanks! you make me blush lol… nice blog..your already fly!!!
Don Richman: Thanks man..the bean mocs seem to be very popular. I love them
Really digging this fit. Wrote an entry about those duck boots, the high tops seem perfect for wet weathers.
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Smooth look. Looks like a nice sheperd’s check. Not like those gaudy oversized houndstooth pustules showing up everywhere. Awesome jeans!
seriously, you wear a 9.5-10 and you bought an 8 in those bean boots? shit good thing I came here first, I was on the site about to purchase my true size 9.5.
sick fit, as always.
i love those “duckies”! great outfit. really nice balance.
you = gorgeous!
I’m an avid reader of the site, but this is my first time commenting. The layering is crazy & although i’m usually not a fan of layering (i get hot quick), but you made me a believer. The LL Bean Boots are my favorite as well. I purchased a brand new pair of the 8 inches for $8 at my local thrift store. I did have to buy them a size down.
that is one fantastic shirt, or jacket. i’ll settle on “shacket”
Great post yet again! Love the shirt and outfit I normally wouldn’t have thought of something so simple as layering a vneck and turtleneck together. Also I’m a bit bummed because I wear a 9.5-10 and ordered some LL beans last week in a 9 so im hoping with some thicker socks itll fit alright.
Exactly man, I mean if I were to move to NY like I am planning on I would surely need to bump into you guys and we speak on the various subjects here and beyond…Ha I don’t think many people in this industry think the same as us. Ha I know what those last two sentences sound like, but I definitely am not a stalker in anyway…LOL Although, I am really saying not many people get me in this fashion shit and the ones that do are the fortunate ones because they are to see some special things unfold in the near future. Anyway, with that out of the way I like the post a lot man and I can’t get enough of these you guys are really on to something with this.
Trav,
You should be a model
You look great in that Jacket