IYAAJAY // MENS STYLE BLOG: June 2016

OOTD / PINK FT TOPMAN // IYAAJAY

June 25, 2016

pink fixed hem oversized fit hoodie - Topman (click here)

black gym bag - Topman (click here)

super spray jeans - Topman (click here)

This weeks social ambassador challenge was something that I've never really worn before...pink. Ive been a little weary of this pastel shade as I wasn't 100% sure to style it without resembling some sickly sweet milkshake so I thought Id make it a little tougher with heavy uses of black. Pairing it with all black made the colour a little more muted and workable, also making me think of other items for it to go with (this would look great with these jeans click here or these shorts click here which I almost paired this with!)

What do you think of this look? What would you pair these pieces with? Let me know below or on social media using #IYAAJAY

Until next time,

Jay

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WIMBLEDON STYLING / AD SPONSORED BY TM LEWIN // IYAAJAY

June 21, 2016

With Wimbledon fast approaching, T.M Lewin have challenged me to stand out from the crowd with some scene stealing looks perfect for one of the summers biggest events.

The looks I've created reflect the two different aspects of wimbledon, the more social where you can grab all your friends and rally round to watch the matches from a park or out on Murray Mound and the other is a more polished but still cool style for centre court final time!

Murray Mound style

15'' classic satchel - Cambridge Satchel Company (click here)

ma1 bomber jacket- BoohooMan (click here)

tan longline tee - Topman (click here)

grey acid skinny chino shorts - Topman (click here)

authentic trainers in black - Vans (click here)

Courtside style

black and white leaf print revere collar shirt - Topman (click here)

other items previously linked

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bag essentials

As Wimbledon weather is super unpredictable, I've packed some pretty nifty essentials that'll be perfect come rain or shine!

15'' classic satchel - Cambridge Satchel Company (click here)

plaid shirt- Ralph Lauren (Make sure to check out T.M. Lewin for some great casual shirts or even casual suiting that are perfect for this season!)

wayfarer classic - Rayban (click here)

card safe wallet - Marks and Spencers (click here)

mini umbrella

mini bottle of water

iPhone 6S for great action shots with the camera

wimbledon style wishlist

creeper trainers - Puma X Rihanna (click here) everyone needs a comfy pair of trainers perfect for dashing between matches

reflected sunglasses - Dior (click here) what better way to keep the rays off whilst in the front row on centre court?

large rucksack - Burberry (click here) what better way to pack your essentials in this classic british brands new it bag? Definitely one of my current wishlist crushes!

Until next time,

Jay

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*This is a sponsored post inspired by TM Lewin's Wimbledon Style challenge. Everything shown has been created by me using the guidelines set, with no information being written by a third party*

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OOTD / SWASH FT ALL SAINTS, TOPMAN, SLYDES AND ZARA // IYAAJAY

June 14, 2016

ombre shirt - All Saints (similar style here)

diy ripped hem jeans - Zara (inspired by this pair)

taupe suede snapback - Topman (click here)

longline tee - Topman (similar style here)

logo slider flip flops - Slydes (click here)

Thought id bring you something a little different in the fact I'm not wearing head to toe black in this look which is actually quite a challenge for me. I decided to play around with neutral tones, ombre techniques and rougher finishes which were inspired by the sea and beach where I usually take my photos. Im really pleased with how my DIY turned out on these Zara jeans from a few seasons ago which I was inspired to do with a pair from this season which I love. With the addition of the slides, I think it makes the outfit look a little bit more modern and edgy without being too distracting from the muted tones.

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Jay

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WISHLIST / BOOHOO NEUTRALS / AD // IYAAJAY

June 02, 2016

After a recent wardrobe clear out (6 bin bags full) Ive realised that a lot of my pieces are actually on a very similar colour scale of black, grey and white and I really want some neutral pieces to merge in with these pieces but also work great by themselves. Step forward BoohooMan, the newly launched menswear website for the super popular brand which is really right on the money when it comes to on trend pieces and this seasons must haves! Ive decided to pick out an outfit that I think that works really well together but also can merge seamlessly into my wardrobe for that ultimate capsule collection.

grey faux suede baseball cap - BoohooMan (click here)

slim fit biker shorts - BoohooMan (click here)

one colour lace up trainers - BoohooMan (click here)

longline MA1 bomber jacket - BoohooMan (click here)

skinny fit sweater with rip detail - BoohooMan (click here)

Ive been super into the khaki's and creams that have been around since the whole Yeezy launch happened and its a great way to introduce colour without being too bold. I love the subtle rip detailing on the jumper to add some edge without being too distressed. The shorts are something that I'm seriously investing in because the biker detail is really spot on for adding the tougher edge to jersey basics but also add more detail to a look and would fit perfectly with other jersey pieces and other materials such as denim and plaid. I have a major love for anything longline and in the form of the bomber jacket so this cream example is a total lust piece for me because I feel this can be one of those pieces that'll never date but also can be dressed up with jeans and a smarter pair of loafers but then edged out with this look or a pair of shredded jeans and a longline tee. For the accessories I kept the options pretty simple and block coloured to add that extra splash of my go to neutrals but in interesting materials such as the faux suede of the cap and the sports detailing in the lace ups.

What do you think of this look? What would you pair these pieces with? Let me know below or on social media using #IYAAJAY

Until next time,

Jay

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*this post has been sponsored by BoohooMan for the launch of their latest website. All of the content apart from the images have been of my own and I only ever work with companies I truly love and would use/wear myself*