Seavees

I am sure you have heard the hype that is surrounding SeaVees.  While I am not one to jump on the hype wagon, with SeaVees, I can understand why the are so appreciated.  Modern sneakers with simple clean lines, good colors, classic shape and textures.  While SeaVees are more of a summer shoe, these can work well year around in temprate climates.

Out of the three shoes featured, the navy blue leather kicks are the best of the bunch.  Clean and simple to the point of being classic and conservative.  These shoes look like something the Kennedy's wore to Martha's Vineyard as much as something worn by surfers to Venice beach.  Now that is what I call a versatile shoe.

Clae

Clae shoes, the essence of the modern kick, simple, plain, elegant.  Clean lines, interesting textures, good construction and a great profile.  With the clean classic styling to this shoe it could be worn with jeans or dressed up with chinos.  This shoe would work with shorts or support a hefty fall wardrobe of flannel and layers. 

With this shoe, it is the flannel texture with the gray leather accents that really provide the visual intrigue.  Its all about the depth and warmth that this shoe which is complimented with the basic and attractive profile.  If you are looking for a sneaker for fall, take a look at Clae.

Chucks & Jacks - How to wear them, Suit and all

Today's Post is all about Converse Shoes. Chuck Taylor & Jack Purcell Converse Shoes have been a part of the American ethos and fashion since the early 1900s. Chuck Taylors have been made since 1917 and Jack Purcells have been produced since 1935. The shoes rose to prominence in an athletic since in the 40s & 50s. The shoes have been culturally significant for a long time and are a rare fashion statement that passes through multiple generations.

In recent years, Chucks & Jacks have made a resurgence in modern fashion; a resurgence not in the sense of a comeback, since they are ubiquitous, but instead in their use as not only a casual shoe but also as a companion piece for suits. I love wearing slip on Jacks or Chucks with shorts or jeans, but I like wearing them with a suit even more. Once again this is where style has to be personal. If you don't like the look of Chucks with a suit, I am sorry for you, but just don't wear it. It personally fits my style and are shoes that I will wear with any outfit. As long as you aren't wearing Jacks into the office with a suit, anything will fly.

The pictures above are some of my favorite ways to dress up chucks, done by common folk and celebrities. I love the pictures of Pete Marovich and others playing basketball in Chuck Taylors, its really the bees knees. James Dean as always looks so laid back and natural in his style and the pair of worn in Jack Purcells add a great ease to the style.

I like them worn with a simple suit that has good clean lines. Loosen the tie a bit, un-button the top button and don't forget the pocket square. Wear a casual belt or a casual watch, but not both. Leave the socks at home for the day and enjoy that you have comfy shoes on your hogs. Its old school cool with a twist, now act like it.