(project from 2011) How To Build A Sartorial Wardrobe | Look for a piece that you can give a new lease of life. Here we have a navy vintage Christian Dior blazer. As you can see, the buttons need some serious attention!
How To Build A Sartorial Wardrobe | to compliment the navy, & to make the blazer a little more of a statement piece, I picked up these gold buttoned with embellished fronts
How To Build A Sartorial Wardrobe | Fitting. Understand how the blazer falls on the body & pin where excess fabric needs to be taken away so it follows the silhouette of the body
How To Build A Sartorial Wardrobe | To get the most versatility out of your outfits, I recommend to start with a plain grey trouser. These are the most basic ones I found, inexpensive & mostly importantly ready to be pinned & seen to by the tailor
How To Build A Sartorial Wardrobe | Don’t cut corners on shirting. A good quality shirt will se you through a plethora of occasions, just be sure to get your neck & arm length measured before purchasing
How To Build A Sartorial Wardrobe | Finally the accessories. This is where you can exercise your personal artistic flare. For the sake of the “How To” I kept it simple & classic
How To Build A Sartorial Wardrobe | As you can see I got the tailor to slightly taper the trousers, add a turn-up & go a touch above the classic trouser break in length. It’s not for every man but I’m a fan. Great opportunity to have fun with interesting socks & add another element to a simple look
