IYAAJAY // MENS STYLE BLOG

& in one blink, were in autumn/winter

how on earth has this year gone THAT quickly that its already the colder months? its insane

but luckily i love the winter styling more; think thicker fabrics, layering, playing with tons of warmer colours, and I just can't get enough. Ive been really playing with knitwear more lately, loosely tucking it, leaving it out sans 90s vibe, layered under jackets for handy layering or my current fave; the almost half assed tucked approach which makes everything just look a tad undone but dressy

I thought id compile a little sample of some of my fave knits and how/what I've paired them with just to give some inspiration this season

tapered trousers ; Topman

oversized knit ; All Saints AW17 (they've bought it back this year in the reverse colour way here)

backless loafers ; House of Hounds

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knit ; Nick Grimshaw x Topman (Topman have one similar this season in a all over stripe here)

belt ; Topshop (similar here)

dad jeans ; BDG @ Urban Outfitters

backless loafers ; as before

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cable knit ; Topman

pinstripe original jeans ; Topman

backless loafers ; as before

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high neck ribbed jumper ; Topman

pinstripe co-ord ; BoohooMAN (bomber & matching trousers)

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hope this gives you some seasonal inspiration, whether its how to revamp your current knitwear or ideas for some new pieces into the wardrobe

Until next time,

Jay

blunt shirt - All Saints (click here)

mar boots - All Saints (click here)

You've got to love a changing season right? Surely I can't be the only one who gets a kick about layering, breaking out the cosy coats and also the boots for the season ahead? Well, All Saints have pretty much set me up for the season ahead with a couple of staples I couldn't help but pick up from the new collection.

I know they're currently gifting bloggers with new season pieces to style, but all these pieces were purchased by myself (yep, I had a splurge but, when I think about it, they're justifiable as I know that these will be staples every year and never really date which is a win win in my books) and I fell deep in love with their new collection, heavy on the monochrome colour scheme with palm, illustrations and arrow prints a plenty with the most heavenly leather goods (if your going to invest in one thing from All Saints, make sure its one of their iconic jackets, they'll see you through for years). I settled on the 'Blunt' shirt, a pyjama style looser shirt in a  lightweight fabric that just seems to skim over anything and always look effortless. Pairing this with super skinny jeans and a fedora is a little iconic nod to my style influences with a little dash of Jamie Cullen who has the most amazing style (and is also incredibly sweet and funny to boot!). Now, I know that people are going to be mad about how much the 'Mar' boots are, but my god are they worth it. Like the Saint Laurent Wyatts at a fraction of the cost, these are a sturdy cuban heel boot that'll never go out of style and are the  boot ive been lusting after since the launch of this new collection. If your considering them, bare in mind to go a size up as they're a little narrow across the bridge of the foot and also with the ankle strap that  wraps round, be careful as they're only 3 holes to do them up so they could be a tight fit.

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

spradin shirt in black - All Saints (click here)

super skinny jeans with knee rips - ASOS (click here)

foundry boots in charcoal suede - All Saints (click here)

Plaid is a key part of my wardrobe and I always love adding new colours to my collection so I was pretty impressed to find this example at the Gunwharf Quays outlet. With its slight dip back and invisible pocket, its a really functional shirt which I can easily dress down for the day with a band tee, super ripped jeans and DM's but then take a different direction which is slightly smarter, such as this look. Adding similar coloured pieces such as black jeans and charcoal grey boots draws the look together without being too fussy and hard to style, and gives a great base for some killer outerwear.

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

kerser crew jumper in grey marl - All Saints (click here)

green puritan hat - Topman (similar click here)

geo paisley print bandana - Topman (click here)

washed black ripped knee spray on jeans - Topman (click here)

black original leather shoes - Dr Martens (click here)

I hate to say it, but this colder weather is setting in more and it looks like the knitwear is here to stay. I recently picked up this beauty from the All Saints outlet in Gunwharf and couldnt wait to style it for the winter season. I thought the colour palette should be pretty minimal so I've paired it with a washed black pair of jeans complete with rips, a grunge inspired fedora which I dii'ed with a bandana (Thanks Zara for the inspiration!) Pairing it with a chunkier shoe too also roots down the Autumn aesthetic that I'm trying to use this season.

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