3. Jacket? Cardigan? Pajama?!
I already let my secret out of the bag, here, so what the hell.
This tailored flannel pajama shirt can also function as a lightweight jacket, or layered as a cardigan.
Pajama tops, as you would expect, run very large. I bought the smallest size, removed the pocket, and had my tailors shorten it, take-in the sides and slim the sleeves.
As usual, I’m not necessarily recommending a winter-weight pajama top as a sweater. This is my personal style, to be used as inspiration and to offer an ongoing dialogue regarding creativity in “classic” menswear.
A little aside:
When I started TheStyleBlogger in 2009, while working in the mens buying office at Saks Fifth Avenue, I wrote anonymously for the first year (see the original website here).
On December 5th 2009, I published a post highlighting “Sweat Trousers” and, in order to get the point across, included the first picture of myself on the site (see the post here).
After publishing that post I received an email from a traditional conservative gent who thought the entire concept of “dressy sweat pants” was ludicrous and that the “dressy/casual thing” was going to fade quickly.
He ended his email with “…so what’s next, pajamas with a suit?!”.
Well sir, wherever you are, this one‘s for you.
- Grey tortoise shades by Matsuda
- Blackwatch plaid flannel pajama top by Polo Ralph Lauren
- Grey/white hairline stripe shirt by Michael Andrews Bespoke
- Navy knit tie by J.Crew
- Watch by Montblanc Timewalker Automatic (42mm)
- Nato Striped grosgrain watch strap by Corvus
- Grey flannel suit trousers by Michael Andrews Bespoke
- Brown alligator belt and silver buckle by Ralph Lauren Purple Label
- Grey marled socks by Gap
- Brown suede wingtips by JCrew
Thanks, as always, for reading.
Yours in style,
TSBmen
Photography by Alex Crawford.
Check out more of his work at alexcrawfordphotography.com.
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Dan is straight killen it in this photo. If you don’t like this get off the bus.
Is there a rule in wearing a beanie? I always wear mine just above the forehead to show some hair. I didn’t like it covering my forehead as it makes my face look smaller.
Dan my good man,
It’s been quite awhile since I’ve taken the much needed time to comment on your impeccable post, although I am an avid and daily reader of Tsb.
Anyhow, I am beyond speechless!! I would have never guessed this was an altered pajama top! I mean, that is genius at its best. You my friend, have extended the boundaries of creativity and set the bar in style. While many may not agree with your approach to creativity in style, they have to certainly and undoubtedly admit, You are exceptional! Again I am dumbfounded lol. This is just amazing and you styled it perfectly. Chic and simplistic. The mark of a true Gent.
Kudos as always.
Continue to inspire,
James.
Thanks for so many kind words James!
Nice to hear from you and glad you are enjoying the site.
All the best.
I like Look #1 the best although I think I’d have chosen to wear another coat other than a trench. Mentally, I can’t get myself to wear a trench unless it’s raining (or forecast to rain).
Dan,
Finding myself looking through article after article here, I really believe your personal style is through the roof. However, the amount of clothing you own may be more impressive. Where the hell do you keep all of this stuff?!
Keep up the good work guys, I love the site
That’s the first turtleneck look I can get behind. I’ve been stacking sweaters on sweaters lately too, so it’s nice to see a pseudo endorsement here.
I have the same topcoat and I love it. Great choice Dan!
I was so close to wearing my denim under my grey peacoat yesterday, but didnt have enough color variations in my pants and shirts in my wardrobe to wear them with. One of my goals is to learn how to incorporate more color in my wardrobe. 90% of my wardrobe is blue, black, grey!
Dan,
I am finally relieved that we bring back the pleated pants & you’re wearing it right.
Man, I thought I was the only one in this world who’s still wearing them.
Good style, bro.
All of them.
Regards,
Zulhilmi, from Malaysia
Looks 2 & 3 are great but I don’t like look 1. It veers too close to “throwing on everything in your wardrobe because I can’t decide what to wear”.
I think it’s the pants
I enjoy reading your website and following what you all do here. I truly appreciate what you are doing here and I salute you and your team for following your dreams. I just wanted to give a shout out to you for staying true to who you are I love the pajama shirt idea. Keep up the good work peace and blessings in the New Year.
Best,
Much Love, Much Respect,
B.Collins
Thanks Brian! All the best to you.
I dig the fit of the topcoat. I’ve seen it in some of your posts. The question is, why is Banana making coats in size “small” that can fit a guy who’s 6’2″ and 190? That’s why it’s so hard for us really small guys (5’4″, 135) to find stuff off the rack. But I learned to cope a long time ago :)
Love the new site changes.
Good point. American retailers’ sizing is all outta wack. BR is not the place for you…
Thx for reading.
I agree Dan. I think the pants in this video fit you better. I understand that tastes and style differ, but I have believe that the menswear has gone a little too tight (especially in the pants). My guess is that these pants in the first photo still have a very clean line to them, even though they are bit more room than your usual pants.
Ever thought about doing a shoot based on more classical tailoring? Just food thought.
Dan,
I have a pleated tweed pant which is part of suit. Problem is, I get the balloon effect when I wear them because of my side pockets. Any advice on how to correct it without stitching up the pockets?
Good article, I particularly like looks 2 and 3. Thanks, Dan.
Really liked the layering, I’ve been trying that more often now after seeing a few articles like this one, keep up the good work.
It’s functional too. Hate dragging a huge coat around when most of the day it’s not that cold…
Thx for reading Miguel.
Love the topcoat in look 2. I’m inspired to seek out some coats in moleskin material as it is a material l’ve tried.
Saw that very moleskin top coat was down to $150 in stores
Great post! That denim jacket is awesome, the topcoat over a cardigan is something I’ll try (if a find a topcoat that fits over a suit jacket, but it’s slim enough to wear on its own that is) and the third look is definitely inspiring!
I like the frequency of the posts too!
Very nice. It’s clear right away that the pants in look 1 differ from your standard fit (incredible what a few quarter inches can do). I’ve always thought a single pleat, facing the pockets (not sure if that’s forward or backward, I can never remember which is which), that lines up with the crease can be very elegant looking. I’m curious what prompted the fuller, longer, pleatier cut?
I think my style is just maturing. It doesn’t always have to be super slim…especially in a winter tweed. A slightly fuller cut can actually be more flattering, not to mention comfortable.
More on this soon…
Thx for reading.
Very nice. I noticed how nice a full cut, done just right, draped just right, can look in this post- http://tsbmen.com/12417/a-man-and-his-denim-featuring-davis-gooch/3/ – one of my favorite looks ever on this site.
It’s great to see how organically your website has evolved. I’m constantly checking for new post as inspiration not only in my day to day dress. But also when I’m designing for projects. Keep up the great work SB team.
Thx Brandon.
We’re just getting started with our website buildout…
Stay tuned for some new updates!
I want something Blackwatch Plaid real bad. I just learned the name of it from your tuxedo post.
Classic stuff.
@kiel. Club Monaco has a pair right now on sale for $ 99 from 150. You can go to their website if you don’t have a Club Monaco near you. Good luck
That green tweed is so sharp!
Dan,
Best advice I’ve read from your site is ” just do you “. And It’s served me very well. Thank you !!! I have learned so much from your original blog, to all that it is now. Keep killin it in 2013 and beyond.
Ps did you pick up the Jordan i’s in the New York knicks coloway ?
Thanks brother. I like to think that is our overarching message.
It’s virtually impossible to give personal style advice to a mass audience. Our strategy, rather, is to highlight individuals with great style and discuss why it works for them.
After all, personal style is just that: personal.
Thx for your support.
Love the Levi’s denim jacket, fits with almost everything! I also love the new pleated pants pattern you have going on, I think (my humble opinion) that pleats, if worn by someone’s who’s style-confident and knowledgeable, can look badass!
Agreed player.
I love those forest green trousers. Good information on those slight adjustments.
Thx Jerome.
I’m over the super-slim sh-t. It’s gone too far I think. More on this later.
And not a moment too soon. The slim look is so Lin-on-the-cover-of-GQ. I am predicting the the pocket squares are the next in line for a disappearing act. Their absence can be a cleaner and less predictable look. In some ways, they have become the sartorial equivalent of neon lights on the bottom of a car – - let the amateurs have their way with them.
Regards.
I feel that way about tie bars. Not pocket squares.
I have that same exact BR moleskin topcoat in a camel color (purchased about 3 years ago?). Mine is a medium though, and I’m 5’10”. Seeing the way yours fits in look 2 makes me wish I could go back in time and grab a small off the rack.
Solid post. Keep up the good work. 2013 is looking to be a good year for you and your crew.
Amazing how much difference one size can make.
A matter of inches, but the eye picks up these details in a big way.
Thanks for reading and the kind words AK.
The guy who is like “you don’t have a seamstress!” right? Haha. So dope- one of my favorite posts from you Dan- seriously.
Love the tidbit insight on the topcoat sizing!
Damn. You have a next-level memory.
Thanks, as always, for the support TO. Hope all is well with you and Rory.