What’s a Chalkstripe Swimsuit?
The chalkstripe is a well-liked fashion for menswear connoisseurs and is called after the road made by a tailor’s chalk. This explicit stripe fashion is often lengthy, vertical, and steady, with the stripes consisting of two to 5 threads woven instantly into the swimsuit materials. Whereas not as pronounced as pinstripes, chalk stripes add a sublime contact to any swimsuit.
The spacing between the stripes can range, and usually the narrower the spacing, the extra formal the apparel seems. Moreover, the spacing between stripes can have an effect on the general look of the swimsuit, with wider stripes giving a extra daring and daring look, and narrower stripes giving a extra refined and complicated look.
Total, the chalkstripe flannel swimsuit is a flexible choice for these trying so as to add some selection to their swimsuit wardrobe and take their menswear sport to the subsequent degree.
Additional Studying: Chalkstripe vs. Pinstripe: What’s the Distinction?
Tips on how to Costume It Up Formally: My Components
The photographs on this put up have been taken throughout my current journey to Florence to attend Pitti Uomo for the very first time. Along with trying out the honest on the Fortezza throughout the day, there have been night occasions to attend, spanning the spectrum from black tie soirées to informal dinners. On this explicit night, I used to be attending a gathering hosted by the advantageous of us at Plaza Uomo.
Anybody who’s gone to Pitti earlier than is aware of that you would be able to just about put on something to anyplace and no one will bat a watch or cross judgement. Tuxedo for lunch at Sostanza? Why the hell not?
And whereas there have been actually dudes all kitted up in black tie on the Plaza occasion, I used to be feeling formal, however simply shy of black tie. So I ended up taking my very own recommendation and going with our double-breasted grey chalkstripe flannel swimsuit.
After I’m styling this explicit swimsuit for a proper event, I at all times persist with the identical primary formulation: white poplin shirt, black cap toe oxfords, and a black grenadine tie. The acute excessive distinction of these things paired with the mid-tone grey of the swimsuit creates a really harmonious (and formal) look.
Chances are you’ll be inclined to ask why I selected a grenadine tie, which is mostly a notch down on the formality scale for neckwear. Wouldn’t a pleasant 50oz silk quantity have been higher?
And, to that, I might say “higher” is subjective.
I selected grenadine for 2 causes. First, I really like the feel of a grenadine tie. And second, I feel it’s a terrific complement to flannel. (Okay, and third . . . it’s simply a lot enjoyable to tie—good each time.)
With a chill within the air that night, I additionally selected to don our new wool/cashmere mix charcoal grey greatcoat. Tremendous timeless and chic, to not point out fairly heat thanks equally to its quilted lining and traditional size.
The Takeaway
When styling a double-breasted grey chalkstripe flannel swimsuit for a proper event, it’s greatest to maintain issues easy and high-contrast. White shirt. Black tie. Black Oxfords. And throw on a charcoal overcoat for heat.
In fact, there are lots of variations right here. Take my formulation and riff on it. For instance, if you happen to’re going for a bit extra relaxed sophistication, strive a black merino wool turtleneck.
As at all times, begin with one thing tried and true and adapt to your style.
Thanks for studying.
Stylishly Yours,
Brian Sacawa
He Spoke Model
