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

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

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

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*

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*