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 ove is indeed a many splendoured thing: it is truly empowering and life affirming in that it is the engine tasked with both stoking our passionate flames and fuelling our every characteristic desire; it is what drives us to pursue becoming better (attired and otherwise) men who reach for new heights, endeavour to knock down barriers, and who are dead set on overcoming seemingly impossible feats; it, simply put, elevates our spirits, both toys with and alters our perceptions, principles, and emotions (read: blinds us), and profoundly effects the nature in which we choose to lead and live our lives. |
To be rather blunt, for most of us it is what gives us purpose and reason (read: daily inspiration) to continually push forward, live optimistically and to endure (Sine amore, nihil est vita) — it is quintessentially what makes life worth living and (in retrospect) a life well-lived.
My point being is that love (in its many forms) is omnipresent and transformative, an endearing entity in which we all seek whether in the arms of another, through gratification of ones professional calling/craft; or perhaps even in the form of a lifelong habitual pursuit (i.e. a love of fashion, poetry, etc.).
Be that as it may, resting before you today is a romantic lifestyle edit fit for a gentleman that can aid you in your active pursuit of seeking/maintaining an enduring form of (fully reciprocated emotional + physical) love in the arms of another.
Arriving in the form of three occasion specific — swoon-worthy — date night ensembles that will confidently position you for success whether you are set upon seducing, winning over, or perhaps holding onto that special someone who "completes" or (better yet) fully compliments your life (i.e. your soul mate or star-crossed lover) , this style edit is for those who have a near equitable love for both style and the apple of their eye — those who are dedicated to pleasing another and who always wear their hearts on their sleeves.
My point being is that love (in its many forms) is omnipresent and transformative, an endearing entity in which we all seek whether in the arms of another, through gratification of ones professional calling/craft; or perhaps even in the form of a lifelong habitual pursuit (i.e. a love of fashion, poetry, etc.).
Be that as it may, resting before you today is a romantic lifestyle edit fit for a gentleman that can aid you in your active pursuit of seeking/maintaining an enduring form of (fully reciprocated emotional + physical) love in the arms of another.
Arriving in the form of three occasion specific — swoon-worthy — date night ensembles that will confidently position you for success whether you are set upon seducing, winning over, or perhaps holding onto that special someone who "completes" or (better yet) fully compliments your life (i.e. your soul mate or star-crossed lover) , this style edit is for those who have a near equitable love for both style and the apple of their eye — those who are dedicated to pleasing another and who always wear their hearts on their sleeves.
Characteristically smart and unquestionably formal in their explicit purposing, the fine collection of menswear habiliments found within this inspirational feature — and the curated looks styled thereof — have what I would deem a timeless allure in that most arrive fashioned in truly iconic forms that have proven to have bested the trials of time in becoming irrefutable wardrobe staples that should have pride of place in every gentleman's closet (or armoire).
That being said, it must be said that in (personal) style as in life (and love) itself, your relative success in either can essentially be measured by the nature and extent in which you endeavour to going above-and-beyond the norm in paying attention to those (often seemingly inconsequential) finer details that — when all is said and done — make the largest impact and biggest difference.
In matters purely sartorial, those "small things" often can be boiled down to simply making sure your clothing fits flatteringly, that you are dressed appropriately and well groomed, and that you always put in an effort (whether it is expected or not) whilst in their company no matter the nature nor weight of the occasion at hand — to showing them you care, respect, and value both their company and time enough to show up looking as fashionably insatiable as a finely aged wine is tasteful (read: never taking them for granted).
That being said, it must be said that in (personal) style as in life (and love) itself, your relative success in either can essentially be measured by the nature and extent in which you endeavour to going above-and-beyond the norm in paying attention to those (often seemingly inconsequential) finer details that — when all is said and done — make the largest impact and biggest difference.
In matters purely sartorial, those "small things" often can be boiled down to simply making sure your clothing fits flatteringly, that you are dressed appropriately and well groomed, and that you always put in an effort (whether it is expected or not) whilst in their company no matter the nature nor weight of the occasion at hand — to showing them you care, respect, and value both their company and time enough to show up looking as fashionably insatiable as a finely aged wine is tasteful (read: never taking them for granted).
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In that vein, one of the most underused tools of the gentleman's sartorial trade that I feel is far too often discounted or simply disregarded is that of the symbolic role of colour and the differing intents it can confer (specifically in a romantic context).
To that tune, what awaits below is an inspirational three-pronged demonstration (which is briefly previewed above) on how to properly leverage, best utilize, and fully harness the striking boldness, rich warmth and connotative romanticism of red (and its various hues; burgundy being chief amongst the lot).
A colour that is grossly underused in a modern age that often sees us spoilt for choice, its romantic undertones will most assuredly prove to be charming in note and eminently beneficial come date night.
All that being said, this style edit will aid you in (sartorially) flirting your way to success by means of providing three smooth, fashionably crisp looks that by all means could be considered as being sartorial foreplay in fluid motion in that they are capable of sending hearts aflutter upon first glance.
To that tune, what awaits below is an inspirational three-pronged demonstration (which is briefly previewed above) on how to properly leverage, best utilize, and fully harness the striking boldness, rich warmth and connotative romanticism of red (and its various hues; burgundy being chief amongst the lot).
A colour that is grossly underused in a modern age that often sees us spoilt for choice, its romantic undertones will most assuredly prove to be charming in note and eminently beneficial come date night.
All that being said, this style edit will aid you in (sartorially) flirting your way to success by means of providing three smooth, fashionably crisp looks that by all means could be considered as being sartorial foreplay in fluid motion in that they are capable of sending hearts aflutter upon first glance.
 |   Kiehl's Original Musk | Tom Ford's Black Orchid | Penhaligon's Endymion Eau De Toilette | Diptyque L'ombre Dans L'eau  |  |
All curated and expeditiously fashioned for the well-mannered hopeless romantic at heart whose typical date night can vary in nature from an evening of sartorial resplendence at fine dining establishment or a laid-back (yet still finely attired) intimate moonlit/candle-lit affair at home through discreet (clandestine) after-hours carnal rendezvous' at local cafes or even perhaps spontaneous romantic sojourns through the city, each one of these looks (or any derivation thereof) is capable of pleasing in one manner or another.
Sartorially astute, often rakishly spirited, and classically refined from dusk till dawn, here's to taking queues from our fashionable forebears in due course of bringing a true sense of romance, mystery, and (sartorial) chivalry back into the courtship fold alongside intimate romantic gestures such as handwritten love letters and the Victorian language of floriography.
So with that in mind, lets together pledge to putting on a reflective masterclass in sartorial romanticism in our pursuits of love and lust — to showing that special someone that “amor meus amplior quam versa est”.
After all, "amor est vitae essentia"!
Sartorially astute, often rakishly spirited, and classically refined from dusk till dawn, here's to taking queues from our fashionable forebears in due course of bringing a true sense of romance, mystery, and (sartorial) chivalry back into the courtship fold alongside intimate romantic gestures such as handwritten love letters and the Victorian language of floriography.
So with that in mind, lets together pledge to putting on a reflective masterclass in sartorial romanticism in our pursuits of love and lust — to showing that special someone that “amor meus amplior quam versa est”.
After all, "amor est vitae essentia"!
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| Date night (whether it lands on Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or simply a spontaneous Tuesday) can certainly be stress inducing for many a reason, but one facet of it that needn’t be a cause for concern is that of your style. And as luck would have it this inspiring style edit, or any red-enlivened look fashioned in a like-minded derivation thereof, will guarantee that at the very least your attire will be up for the occasion, look top notch, and play off without a nary a sartorial hitch in due process of making them sweet upon you. With that in mind (and your style properly sorted out), I'd be remiss in my duty if I did not mention that you should remain open to the notion of calling an audible on your plans if something goes array or an alternative venue is proposed that feels more natural or befitting of your company and the nature of the occasion. |  Date Night Alternatives: Red Rovers |
For example, if you are not sold upon a (rather overpriced and sometimes stressful) multiple course fine dining formal affair opt rather for going on a city-wide wine tasting/romantic walking tour that is bookended by a stopover at a local florist to pickup a specialized bouquet — in which you took it upon yourself to purposefully curate using the romantic coded Victorian language of floriography — that is followed up by a curtain call at an intimate (likely desolate) cafe to share in one another's company a heart-warming cup of hot cocoa.
On the other hand, does a candle-lit dinner seem a touch too cliche or contrived?
Simply pick up your favourite take-out meal and venture out into the unknown (say a local park or a previously scouted romantic location) for an impromptu picnic date followed by a day of shopping together (i.e. perhaps try on and pick out a new outfit/article of clothing for one another to spice things up). .
On the other hand, does a candle-lit dinner seem a touch too cliche or contrived?
Simply pick up your favourite take-out meal and venture out into the unknown (say a local park or a previously scouted romantic location) for an impromptu picnic date followed by a day of shopping together (i.e. perhaps try on and pick out a new outfit/article of clothing for one another to spice things up). .
Whatever it may be that tickles your (or your intendeds) fancy, just be sure to turn off your phones so that you can truly bask in the unadulterated company of one another whilst you enjoy (what will hopefully be) an evening of sartorial resplendence, romance and well-mannered (and intended) frivolity
That being said , do also bear in mind that thoughtfulness always trumps extravagance as does intimacy over monetary plays for possession — money, after all, cannot buy true love nor happiness.
So, whether its the red carpet of date nights (read: Valentine’s Day), a typical Friday, or an anniversary celebration, here's to always dressing to impress (whether ensconced in red or not), bringing a touch of class and mystery back to date night, writing your own (sartorial) love story, and to channeling the chivalrous spirit of our genteel forebears.
"Amor est vitae essentia" indeed!
That being said , do also bear in mind that thoughtfulness always trumps extravagance as does intimacy over monetary plays for possession — money, after all, cannot buy true love nor happiness.
So, whether its the red carpet of date nights (read: Valentine’s Day), a typical Friday, or an anniversary celebration, here's to always dressing to impress (whether ensconced in red or not), bringing a touch of class and mystery back to date night, writing your own (sartorial) love story, and to channeling the chivalrous spirit of our genteel forebears.
"Amor est vitae essentia" indeed!
Thoughts, opinions and shopping the main edit…
What is your go-to date night look? And, do you wear red to boost your prospects or simply to attract attention?
Share your musings, anecdotes or perhaps shop the pieces from the "Modern Lothario" look below…
Share your musings, anecdotes or perhaps shop the pieces from the "Modern Lothario" look below…
| TOPMAN: Skinny Fit Charcoal Check Three-Piece Suit (alternative: INDOCHINO) THOMAS PINK: Cotton Dress Shirt (shown: Turnbull & Asser) KINGSMAN: Whole-Cut Black Oxfords (frugal alternative: ASOS ) ASOS: Belted Mixed-Wool Double-Breasted Overcoat w/ Fleece Collar (shown: Alexander McQueen) THE TIE BAR: White Pocket Square w/ Burgundy Contrast Piping | CORGI: Burgundy Polka Dot Socks TOPMAN: Burgundy Herringbone Tie TIFFANY: East West Watch (frugal alternative: Larsson & Jennings Norse) BORSALINO: Wool Felt Fedora SAKS FIFTH AVENUE: Burgundy Silk-Wool Blend Polka Dot Scarf MAX PITTION: Diplomat Glasses SAM FRIDAY: Burgundy Boxer Brief (or ASOS) |
~ SCENT'S OF ROMANCE ~
Kiehl's Original Musk | Tom Ford's Black Orchid | Penhaligon's Endymion Eau De Toilette | Diptyque L'ombre Dans L'eau
Kiehl's Original Musk | Tom Ford's Black Orchid | Penhaligon's Endymion Eau De Toilette | Diptyque L'ombre Dans L'eau
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