IVY PREPSTER, Finally Back on The Street!

Caught these 2 guys the other day as I was walking through Korean Town on 32nd Street here in Manhattan. Always an opportunity to catch fashionista's in K-Town either men or women. If you would like to get the feeling of the Preppy/Work Wear Trend take a look at these guys. Thanks Guys!

The Guy on the right is Jaeho Bae - Director of Aportement Magazine

Vintage Washed Chambray Shirt w/ Bandanna Scarf w/ peaking Printed Pocket Square at Chest Pocket.

Printed Painted Stripe Button-Down Collar Shirt w/ Wool Tipped Button Cardigan.

Rolled Denim w/ Laced up Leather Brown Work Wear Boots.

More Cuffed Denim w/ Vintage Black Split Toe Boots.

"Stay Preppy My Friends"

Grungy Gentleman Visits IVY PREPSTER at ENKNYC

Grungy Gentleman creator Jace Lipstein, top fashion blogger in the US visited our IVY PREPSTER booth at ENKNYC - Spring 2012 show and below are some of the pictures he took along w/ GQ photographer Chiun-Kai Shih & this is what they got. They dig it!

IP Signage Display

Spring 2012

Spring 2012

Spring 2012

Spring 2012 Pocket Squares

http://www.grungygentleman.com/2011/07/enk-nyc-2011.html#more

Happy 4th of July!

Happy 4th of July from IVY PREPSTER!

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Step Up to Prep!

Prep walks through Herald Square....

Contrast White piped Navy Blazer. Red pop Pocket Square.

Take a stand for "PREP"

Tri-Color Boat Shoes, Polo Embroidered Shorts

"Stay Preppy My Friends"

Some Things to Think About for 2011....

1 - The suit has got to fit - the jacket should sit close to the body so you can slide your hand inside beneath the breast pocket.

2 - Something you wear should always make a statement, say it w/ a pocket square, socks, tie or just a great pair of pants.

3 - Wear a pocket square. Make is special and unique. Remember you don't have to go out and buy a pocket square. If you have some great fabric/ vintage fabric cut a 13" x 13" square and pick it up at the center w/ one hand on top and one underneath and place it in the breast pocket of your jacket.

4 - Respect the tie - Tuck the shirt in, button the jacket.

5 - Pattern Mix - this is okay to do as long as the scale, texture & colors work well w/ the patterns and combinations.

6 - A great jacket is a must have. It brings every thing to a pinnacle and opens all opportunities. Always have a great jacket!

7 - Tuxedo - Black, bow tie, cummerbund? (iffy on this one) & peak lapel. Shoe's are your discrepancy.

8 - Navy Blue is better than Black. We know Black is better, but navy is more versatile and looks better against all skin types. Black tends to look very yellow or red under natural light so navy is your better choice.

Hope these littel tips help for a great and prosperous New Year!

"Stay Preppy My Friends"

Pocket Square/Sleeve Cuff

Mad Men blew up the pocket square making it trendy again which is great! Do focus on the pocket square, but also focus on showing just the right amount of shirt cuff which should be 1/2" - 1" of cuff showing. Then pair this w/ a good watch and cuff links are you're all set! Good Luck & "Stay Preppy My Friends"