Mint Green Trousers

   These mint green trousers from GbyGuess are probably my favorite pants. What a great color for spring! I wanted to share the many different ways I have styled them.
     You can dress them up and down. I have paired them with dress shoes, sneakers, ties, bowties, dress shirts, jackets, vest and sweaters - basically everything.

  -->> Right: This was a winter look. I loved the pants with the Express sweater and H&M bowtie. I had fun putting this together. 

<<-- Left: I went for a more laid back look with this one. A plain white Express dress shirt, un-tucked, sleeves rolled up, big Aldo watch and sneakers. Good casual Friday look (depending on your job)

-->> Right: Favorite look! I worn this to my former church one Sunday to see all my old friends and Media buddies. Paired the pants with my favorite GbyGuess blazer with dress shirt and bowtie. I must say, this look got some great reviews and lots of people liked it. It's okay for guys to be whimsical. It's fun, creative and entertaining.



<<-- Left: Similar to the previous look, but instead of the jacket I paired it with a vest and white belt and watch (however, I think the watch was a miss.  I will wear a more simple watch next time). Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Sometimes you hit it, sometimes you miss it, but every time you are growing and stretching your creative mind.



 -->> Right: Got a bit chilly out in April! HA! Really enjoyed this one, came to me while I was trying to find something to pair the pants with other than a dress shirt (Hit it!).  The sweater and scarf are from H&M and I wore sneakers. I worn my Guess leather jacket.

Express: Fit and Style

    Express is one of my all time favorite stores.  I have been shopping there for as long as I can remember. My wife, best friend at the time, first introdcued me back in High School. Back then it was called "Structure", anyone remember that?  The fit of their clothes is superb. 

      The other day I was in need of some slacks. I had a Kohls' coupon, so I thought, "Let me check there first and see what they have". I ended up finding my favorite "slim" fit slacks, but once I tried them on they still felt really loose. Against my better judgement I bought them, figuring they weren't sooo bad (yeah right!). The next day I received a coupon for Express (go figure) and needed a few new dress shirts. While I was there I tried on some slacks and wow, perfect fit like always (of course)! I had to get them. There is no way I can keep my Kohls' pants now. It's just not the same. Sometimes it is worth spending the extra $$ to get the fit you want. Honestly, the price difference wasn't much. Express has some really good deals and they are always mailing out coupons, which is great! Usually I receive buy one get the other half off or for $20.

      Slim fit is what's in right now. So I believe a lot of designers are trying to be current and jump on the bandwagon, but lack the passion and experience to make a quality fit for men. Express on the other hand has nailed it! This ain't their first rodeo! 

     The two shirts above were buy one get the other half off. Even the fit of the shirts are superb. I love how everything is becoming more fitted in men's fashion. I recently tried to wear some of my older Express shirts from a few years back and they feel like parachutes. It's time to clean out my closet, except for ones I pair with my sweaters in the winter months.

       I am also a fan of  the bowties at Express. As you know bowties are trending.  I'm thrilled it's taken off and risen in popularity. It gives men more accessories to express themselves. Why should women have all the fun?  I've purchased some really great bowties from Express (see picture below).      

      All in all I recommend Express. I give it a 10 for fit and style. 

Bottom Picture- Today's look: Express shirt & bowtie, Aldo boots, Kohls socks, GbyGuess belt and dark wash jeans.