3. Blacked-Out Prep
I’m usually not a big fan of wearing black, but Dan is on this “all black everything” kick lately and I have to say, it looks awesome.
The “quintessential prep” in me tends to shy away from black, but black can be preppy.
This look, for example, is less “urban streetwear” and more “80′s European playboy”. All I need is a vintage porsche.
Don’t forget that a turtleneck has a sporty element to it as well.
It’s all about how you wear it.
Featured Items:
- Black aviator shades by Gucci
- Grey cashmere turtleneck by Uniqlo
- Black leather jacket by Members Only (Vintage)
- Black lizard belt by Trafalgar
- Black waxed jeans by Nudie Jeans
- Black suede desert boots by Clarks
Lastly, when in doubt, you can always go this way with the turtle…just be sure to pack your “slightly darker” black one.
Thanks for reading.
Stay Classy,
Townsend
Photography by Alex Crawford.
Check out more of his work at alexcrawfordphotography.com.
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Great post to capture the versatility of a turtleneck.
I used to gravitate towards turtlenecks because I had a think neck relative to my shoulders and they were a great way to hide this imbalance. Useful tip for anyone with such a problem!
But regardless, I love turtlenecks with suits, sport coats, leather jackets, coats and almost anything you can imagine. They can be dressed up, down or in between depending on what you are wearing them with.
A turtleneck is always a great look—and you look especially good in all of the pics.
This is a great convo about menswear- I think the issue with turtlenecks is that they can be really bad on the wrong person or with the wrong outfit. They are not exactly universally flattering- slim body type with a jacket and great accessories, yes. Chunky man with less style, an unfortunate no.
Everyone is commenting about the belt on look #1, but that awesome briefcase needs some love!
Look #2 is the best in my opinion, but the barbour is shorter then your suit jacket. Breaking the “rules” a bit here? I like the contrast though!
Agreed on the briefcase. Frank Clegg’s handmade leather products are on another level.
Who’s rules? Your rules? :)
The same rules you talk about breaking in some of your posts :-).
All great looks. The D-ring belt really caught my eye.
I used to get t-necks as a teenager for Christmas and hated it! Now it’s a staple in my wardrobe. Go figure. Maturity? :)
Love Archer’s wardrobe. LOL!
An acquired taste, maybe.
Whoa, that Members Only is ridiculous. Really dig the 1st look as well.
Killer looks. Love turtlenecks but can’t find any here in Ireland in the past few years. Tempted to look online but not sure what sites to check. Also a bit wary of online buying as I like to try things on first.
Great look.
I started wearing the heavier gauge tutlenecks under sports coats and suites back in 2001 after seeing George Clooney in Oceans 11. Got alot of nice compliments.
A very sharp look.
Been in the game for years!
I’ve been dressing in style for years but you guys up the game with all sorts of looks and patterns.
Thanks.
The D-Ring sueded belt in the first look steals the show IMO. I’ve worn the fine gauge Banana Republic turtleneck for years. It’s a great alternative to the shirt/tie business look. Plus it’s a time saver on those A/W months you may be running a little behind.
I’m not saying I invented the turtleneck. But I was the first person to realize its potential as a tactical garment.
The belt in look one is a corker!
Townsend, do you have your Barbour jacket/s tailored? If so, is it simple for a tailor to work with the waxed cotton?
I tried on a couple of the classics (Bedale, Beaufort etc) in a store one time and they just looked ridiculously loose fitting on me when zipped up.
Thanks!
Hey Desmond,
I don’t have them tailored, I just find the appropriate size, as Barbours can tend to run a bit big.
Thanks for reading!
Tom Cruise? Is that you?
There is a popular sentence, that: “There’s no thing more flattering the man than a turtleneck” and photos above are the greatest confirmation of such statement. Impeccable! :D