Steal this, steal that and these, and those too!
The media promotes us to break one of the Ten Commandments and STEAL! “Steal this, steal that, steal these, steal everything!” Gasp! How could they encourage us to such poor moral standards?! Ehh, oh well, it’s okay. Cause it’s not stealing if you give it back (…or not) teheheheh.
I found these in Elle’s February 2010 issue and thought it was super duperrrrr appropriate to share with you boyfriend fashion fans. I’ve been wanting to do something like this for a blog entry to show how the clothes actually look on the boyfriend before destroying it or wearing it. It’s an extra information that makes boyfriend fashion fun and adorable. Check it out:
Steal his dress shirt.
Steal his vest.
Steal his sweater.
Steal his suit and bag.
Steal his blazer.
Steal his dress shirt and jeans. Just steal everything!!!
Isn’t it cute, how boyfriend fashion can show a sense of courage and togetherness as a couple. But let’s just cross our fingers, the boys wont start wearing out tight leggings and mini dresses.
Raid and Create (:
Jessica.
Perhaps, it might just be cheaper to own a boyfriend.
Brooklyn Decker comes out on top in the season’s sharpest menswear-inspired look in Elle’s January 2010 pictorial: Brooklyn Heights (pg. 148 – 155). I thought it was an awesome feature to share with you boyfriend fashion fans, however there’s one small issue - the big cost. Here at MyBFCloset, our middle name is Thrifty, so the big cost after each item of each outfit is something we don’t applaud. Take a look:
Cashmere-and-merino-wool-blend jacket, Ralph Lauren,$2,198.
Vest, Ralph Lauren, $1,098.
Pants, Ralph Lauren, $998.
Cotton shirt, DSquared2, $570.
Tie, Brooks Brothers, $75.
Vintage Oxford, Church’s, price upon request.
Total cost of outfit = $4,939+
Wool gabardine trench coat, Celine, $2,650.
Silk crepe de chine top, Celine, $870.
Silk crepe de chine trousers, Celine, $1,550.
Leather belt, Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere, $195.
Leather bag, Gucci, $1,550.
Leather ankle boots, Max Mara $795.
Total cost of outfit = $7,610
Virgin wool jacket, Elie Tahari, $398.
Vest, Elie Tahari, $198.
Pants, Elie Tahari, $228.
Felt hat, Burberry, $295
Lambskin bag, Chanel, $1995
Total cost of outfit = $3,114
Flannel tuxedo jacket, Tommy Hilfiger, $298.
Trousers, Tommy Hilfiger, $228.
Lame Bow Blouse, Tommy Hilfiger, $298.
Hat, Chanel, $895.
Silk pocket square, J. Press, $18.
Satin-detailed clutch, Roger Vivier, $1,595
Stainless steel watch with leather band, Timex, $80
Printed leather pumps, Yves Saint Laurent, $795.
Total cost of outfit = $4,207
Tweed boyfriend jacket, Burberry Prorsum, $1,495.
Tweed trousers, Burberry Prorsum, $750.
Men’s cotten shirt, Polo Ralph Lauren, $155.
Leather duffel bag, Bally, $1,195.
Suspenders, Brooks Brothers, $88
Total cost of outfit = $3,683
Yes, that is extremely sexy, sharp, & totally not worth THAT much. Hmmm, it might just be cheaper to own a boyfriend. Then you can deviously own his closet for FREE, rather than purchasing only 5 outfits for about $23,553+. Don’t cha think? Make sure you pick a boyfriend with a magnificent closet. But of course you have other options, like raiding your pop’s closet, your brother’s closet & the thrift stores.
Raid and Create
Jessica. 
Timothy Wynn captures Boyfriend Fashion
Over Christmas break, I tried to gather all our ladies together for a fun photoshoot so mybfcloset can update our gallery page. But gathering 9 ladies together during the sick & vacation season proved to be impossible – instead we settled for 3: Agnes, Jackie & myself.
Here’s a preview:
Agnes – in a blue flannel over a white wifebeater & DIY distressed denim, accessorized with a men’s straw fedora.
Jackie with boyfriend, Matt – in his tee & cardigan, accessorized with her freaking awesome DIY jersey necklace.
And me – in his cardigan over his white button-up dress shirt with his khaki shorts- rolled up, accessorized with his plaid red tie – tied as a bow tie – and his black fedora.
The photographer is Timothy Wynn – a “photographer/mathematician/ archaeologist/ pacifist/ historian/ actress/ musician/ idealist/ scientist/ explorer/ dinosaur hunter/ astronaut/ dancer/ robot/ poet/ dreamer/ philosopher/ nerd/ astronomer/ painter/ designer/ time traveler/ lover/ student/ athlete/ singer/ gangsta.” Tehehe well, that’s how he describes himself on his facebook bio – let’s just say he’s multi-talented.
He did an amazing job capturing the fun & sweet side of boyfriend fashion.
Well, I decided to play photographer that day too.
And this number below – not so sweet. 
Operation : FAIL!
Agnes was doing her own music video around the block. HAHA!
Man, those clothes can really transform the lady – once in ‘em, she completely acts like a boy.
I’m kidding, Agnes Fernandez is just doing what she does best – singing, dancing & humoring others.
Anyways, Thank you Timmy for the photos. Stay tune for more on his blog or here. And thank you Jackie, Matt & Agnes!!
Raid & Create,
Jessica ;D
Boyfriend Fashion Finds: The Andtie
So what happens when you combine the masculine edge of a necktie with the additional warmth of a scarf? Well, the designers at Pral and Brok came together and brought us this:
The “Andtie” is an edgy and interesting combination of a necktie and a scarf and is meant to be worn casually or even in the style of a necktie!!!
As you can see, they come in 4 different colors/patterns and if you really want to get your hands on one of these, you can order it off their website—for $127. $127? Yikes!
Mmmmm…I’ll pass on this one, but it’s great inspiration for upcoming projects!
So tell me readers, aside from the price tag, what do you think of this fashion find?
Minimal = Simplicity & Purity
So guess what? The BF got me this book for Christmas ^___________^
Home, sweet home my dearest I <3 Your Style: How to Define & Refine Your Personal Style. I know I’m skipping ahead in the book, but there is one chapter that caught my eyes and I just have to share it with you. Amanda Brooks stated everything I couldn’t express in many of my boyfriend fashion entries on style simplicity and such in her chapter, “Minimal” (pg. 110). And so, here I go quoting:
“Minimalism is an entire life philosophy. The more you read about it, the more the whole concept starts to sound pretty spiritual. It’s about having less and enjoying the things you have more – it’s about cutting through the excess to discover what is essential. Minimalist style requires discipline, consistency, and attention to quality. Most minimalist-Sofia Coppola is my favorite example-are methodical about getting dressed and have a heightened sense of self-awareness. They are often devoted to certain brands for their guaranteed of good cut, fabric quality, and reliability in design. Because there isn’t much to distract the eye, everything they wear must be of great quality; it must fit perfectly; the color and shape must flatter”
Brooks placed many examples of minimalist and boyfriend fashion in the chapter and throughout the book, so if and when you get the chance, pick this read up. Here’s an example that I found online to parallel with the book on page 126.
“A Minimal Tuxedo is one of my all-time favorite evening looks for a woman. Style it right, and it will love minimal rather than classic: strict hair, black eye makeup, nude lips, and a tailored suit with very simple lines. Sofia Coppola (2004).”
And guess who else is a minimalist – besides Audrey Hepburn, Georgia O’Keefe, Angelina Jolie, Jean Harlow & Coco Chanel? Well, go ahead – take a look inside this closet – it’s filled with “quiet plays of color tones and clean strong shapes”. Hello, I’m Jessica and I am a minimalist. That’s right, I’m just attracted to simplicity and purity. Who isn’t? And men’s clothes suit me well in fulfilling my minimalistic standards.
Raid & Create,
Jessica (:
A Peek at Spring 2010 Fashion
Hmmmm…The smell of twenty-ten air is great! Right now, I’m trying to get out of my holiday cocoon hence the lack of blog entries. Well, forgiveness should be on your resolution list if you refuse to forgive me.
Anyways, I decided to get ahead of the game and took a peek at Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear Fashion. I selected and posted five images; you are to tell me which items are men inspired. K Ready? Go!!
1.) Alexander Wang, New York
2.) Balmain, Paris
3.) Chloe, Paris
4.) Issac Mizrahi, New York
5.) Rag & Bone, New York
It wasn’t so bad, was it?! It was easy – men’s fashion is everywhere and yes, even on girls.
And now you’re prepped and ready to go for Spring. So suit up!
Raid & Create
Jessica (:
Boyfriend fashion can’t look any cuter..
Check it out! Look who else is raiding the boyfriend’s closet in Glamour’s December 2009 issue? The adorable, yet sexy Victoria Secret’s angel Miranda Kerr. Btw, the amazingly handsome Legolas is her man, so say hello Orlando Bloom’s closet!
She models in his clothes with variety of different looks, however all of them being fresh, funky, original & fun. Not to mention, oh so comfyyy!
Is this cute or what?! Now you try…
Raid & Create,
Jessica (:
Your inner tomboy is dying for a pair of these
Speaking about jumpsuits 2 blogs ago, I was watching Gone in 60 Seconds (2000) yesterday, and I noticed Angelina Jolie as Sway in an auto-mechanic jumpsuit and hot combat-like boots. So, I tried looking for pictures of her outfit in that particular scene but there’s nada! However, I did find this:
HOT DIGGITY! It’s Angelina Jolie as the Tomb Raider, Lara Croft. This image works just as great as the one I was trying to find, because she’s wearing combat boots! Kinda hot huh?
Now time for some wiki lessons: “Combat boots are military boots designed to be worn by soldiers during actual combat or combat training as opposed to during parades and other ceremonial duties. Modern combat boots are designed to provide a combination of grip, ankle stability, and foot protection suitable to a rugged environment. They are traditionally made of hardened, and sometimes waterproofed leather.”
Ah, yes combat boots…what’ a better way to reflect this beautiful, booty beating, intelligent, athletic, English archaeologist-adventurer. That Lady Lara Croft is such an icon!!! And I’m sure your inner tomboy is dying for a pair of these so called military/combat boots – cause everyone loves female who can fight!
Boyfriend Fashion Finds:
Steve Madden’s Abee (left) & Corley (right).
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Volatile’s Mechanic Boots (left) & Wanted’s Queen Lace Up (right)
More Combat boots.
And after you get a pair for the cold winter, you can also use them every military Halloween costume you tend to pursue.
Raid & Create!
Jessica (:
Lily’s Tuxedo Inspired Outfit!!!
One weekend at Tristan’s, we had a How I Met Your Mother marathon. As we were watching (Season 3, Episode 19 to be exact) I couldn’t help but notice Lily’s top and how cute it was!!! Here! I clipped some frames for you all so you can look for yourself!!!
For those of you who follow the show, you would know that Lily Aldrin (played by Alyson Hannigan) is a kindergarten teacher with a bit of a spending addiction; especially when it comes to designer clothes (good taste too!). I wish I knew the name of the person who designed this top, but I know most of you will agree with me when I say her outfit is definitely influenced by the sleek and very masculine tuxedo–and in this case, a very casual, reversed tuxedo. Good one Lily! This is definitely one of my favorite outfits from the show!
Let’s do a side by side analysis shall we?
1.) As you can see, Lily’s top has an exaggerated collar, much like Mr. Tuxedo’s dress shirt.
2.) I know the picture is small, but if you look at the other frames, you can see how similar her top is to the dress shirt Mr. Tuxedo is wearing–black buttons, pleats and all.
3.) No, Lily isn’t wearing a blazer, but the black material on her top creates an illusion similar to Mr. Tuxedo’s blazer.
4.) Although the tuxedo is meant to be worn during formal events, Lily’s white capris make her outfit more casual and easier to wear.
5.) Lily completes her outfit with black peeptoe heels while Mr. Tuxedo would complete his with leather court shoes.
See the similarities now?
Alrighty guys, that’s all I have for now, but keep checking out the blog for more entries!!!
-Agnes
P.S.
Merry Christmas (Eve) everyone!
Jumpsuits = Seamless Hotness
If you watched Ugly Betty’s Season 4 : Ep. 9 Be-Shure, you’ll know where I am heading with this entry. And if you haven’t, watch this clip:
“Fashion icon Wilhelmina Slater (Vanessa Williams) gets caught in her boyfriend’s prison jumpsuit and turns a fashion faux pas into a full-blown trend.”
After watching this episode, I was like “yea…jumpsuits. It was totally a guy’s thing.” So I did a little researching…
My folks over at Wiki listed the types of manly occupation that would wear a jumpsuits: pilots, drivers, sportsmen, auto-mechanic, plumbers, institutional uniform… Women back in the days were too well behaved to take on these jobs – so it was such a guy’s wear.
I’m going to give you an educated guess that Harriet Quimby was the first woman to wear a jumpsuit as she was the first licensed woman pilot in the United States.
And next in line is probably the famous tomboy Amelia Earhart.
Though jumpsuits are “generally regarded as a garment of convenience,” in 1960’s it started appearing in common & high fashion. It became more popular in the 1980s when different adaptation of the jumpsuit came out and became things like rompers, onesies and overalls.
And, (I’m going to guess) it got popular because of Elvis’ tackily embellished white things:
Yea…jumpsuits maybe a guy’s thing, but it sure looks better on us ladies.. Don’t ‘cha think?
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So if you want a jumpsuit, you can steal & revamp one from your bf closet if he has one. Or find some for a great price. Here’s 2 that I found under $25:
Raid & Create
Jessica
