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.

   

GbyGuess

   In the next few posts I will be sharing what I love about some of my favorite stores. I'll give you advice about great looks and deals - each store has it's strengths.
    I will start with probably my favorite store, GbyGuess. They continually have amazing deals. I make it a point to check their site often, for the newest items and sales. Their blazers & jackets are second to none in my opinion. They are reasonably priced ($35-80, depending on sales) and have great detailing such as, zippers, buttons, layers, colors, patterns and the fit is perfect for my body type. I don't feel or look like a square (very important if you want to look fresh & current), there is some structure to it, which gives it a tailored feel.
      I usually wait for a sale (warning: the down fall is they may be out of your size. So if you can afford it and love it -->> grab it fast or miss out). When I love an item I don't mind paying full price because I get my money's worth. My GbyGuess jackets and blazers last me several years. I'm continually finding ways to refresh an older jacket - making it look new. 
      Another reason I shop at GbyGuess is for their ties, ties and more ties! Most of my skinny ties are from GbyGuess because of their great color selection and patterns. It allows me to be creative. The best part is  I usually pay $5-10 for each (occasional full price). I've noticed that they put 1-2 ties on sale once a month and then it goes back to full price ($20 or so).  So, if you love skinny ties, check out the site for time to time. I hope one day they will start selling bow ties, since that's the new thing (I will blog on that later).
      GbyGuess has a ton of great items. Including dress shirts, my next favorite item. Some have cool detials such as: buttons and zippers. I have my eye on the coral and mint green (colors of spring) shirts right now, I may have to splurge on them soon.
        Speaking of mint green, you may have noticed the mint green pants I have in several pics here and Instgram  (username: Newman03) which are from GbyGuess. Those pants are prob my favorite, I pair it with sweaters, scarfs, vests and jackets. When it comes to foot wear I match it with either dress shoes or funky grey sneakers from Aldo (blogging about Aldo later). You can dress them up or down. Color shows off your personality. Don't be intimidated by it.
       So what do you think? Will you be adding GbyGuess to your shopping list? Let me know, and share what you love about GbyGuess.