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Making A Case for the Sport Coat

May 14th, 2012

D. Jones client Nathan McGough, First Lady Laura Bush, President George W. Bush and Amy McGough

D. Jones wardrobe consultant Brittany Nickolyn is a big fan of the sport coat. Today she’s going to share why it’s an important piece for you.

Versatility. A sport coat is probably the most versatile item for men. You can easily wear it casually with jeans or khakis with either a t-shirt, dress shirt, or even a polo underneath. It’s the perfect addition to date night or a happy hour with the guys. It changes your t-shirt and jeans look to a well-dressed man with class. It’s also suitable for the workplace. Most law offices are business casual when not meeting with clients or going to court. In those cases, you will almost always need a suit. But for most of the time, wearing a solid or patterned sport coat with slacks really amps up your look for the office as well.

Seasonality. It’s hard to think of wearing a jacket in the summer. However, it isn’t appropriate to dress like you are on the beach. That ‘s why having a sport coat handy can help you in the warmer seasons. Not only are their versatility in patterns great for the spring summer seasons, D. Jones has super lightweight fabrics that are very easy to wear in the heat. Some are even light than our suit jackets. Sport coats are traditionally thought of as heavy navy jackets with gold buttons. That’s okay if you are extremely conservative, but it’s definitely not your only option. Having lighter color blues and greys with subtle patterns are a must have.

Trendsetting. A current trend I’m loving for sport coats are, of course, our the lighter weight options. Also, anything glenn plaid with subtle colors like light purple, light pinks, and light blues. All of these are suitable to wear with slacks, khakis or even jeans. Also, you can never go wrong with solids. That way you can wear any color or patterned shirt without the worry of the different wardrobe items clashing.

Are you a fan of the sport coat? What do you love about them?

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Featured Client David Goltl

April 19th, 2012

Our dapper client David Goltl

We’re loving our featured client David Goltl’s style in this photo. He’s a great example of dapper, personalized style.

Here’s a few words from David about D. Jones:

“Drew came up in a conversation I was having with a client. Both my client and I appreciate things like good design and good tailoring. Two days later I read about D. Jones in a magazine. The logical thing to do was to call him to set up an appointment.

My ‘shopping’ experience was great, but I don’t know if I can really call it shopping though. It’s more of a process or building of a relationship that results in a suit being made for me. It’s much more than shopping. Drew actually listens. I have a pretty good idea as to what I want, but Drew helped pull it all together.

I love my suits. I need more. Everything I say is going to sound like a paid plug. The guy is good. His team is good. His fabrics are great. If you want a 7″ peak lapel, he may ask why, but he’ll do it, and it will be awesome!

My recommendation: call Drew, buy a suit. you won’t be happier. Be warned. you won’t go back to off the rack.”

Thanks for the feedback David. We’re glad you are happy with your D. Jones attire–and your experience with us.

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Q&A with Drew Jones about Suit Material

March 21st, 2012

Photo credit Stacy Reeves Photography

Ever wondered what makes a D. Jones suit well, a D. Jones suit—other than the impeccable fit? We decided to ask D. Jones Tailored Collection founder and CEO Drew Jones to give the 411 on the materials used in our bespoke suits.

What types of materials does D. Jones Tailored Collection offer?

Drew: D. Jones is all about the perfect fit. But high-quality material is also important. For our custom suits, we offer cloth ranging in quality from Super 120s wool to Super 180s wool. We work closely with mills all over the world. Most of our cloth comes from mills in Italy and the famous Holland and Sherry mill in England. Most of our wool cloth is a worsted wool and much of it is milled with cashmere and silk. Worsted wool is naturally wrinkle resistant, which for men is very practical.

What are the benefits to having a variety of materials?

Drew: Some of our lighter weight cloth is great for spring and summer and heavier cloth is great for fall and winter. Being in Texas, we will typically recommend an 8-9oz year-round cloth. Some of our more luxurious cloth will turn heads and feel like butter, and others are perfect for weekly wearing and traveling.

What material do clients typically choose for their suits?

Drew: Our Super 120s Holland and Sherry Cloth milled in England. It’s the perfect combination of comfort and practicality. The cloth wears very well and is great for traveling.

What is your personal recommendation for a material?

Drew: If you want to experience true luxury, try a sport coat from our Holland and Sherry Cashmere line or a suit from our Holland and Sherry Swan Hill Super 160s cloth. Now this is true comfort.

And there you have it. Contact one of our wardrobe consultants if you’d like to experience our fabrics for yourself!

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Spring Fashion Update

March 9th, 2012

With warmer days and wildflowers popping up everywhere, Spring is definitely on its way. How can a man lighten up his wardrobe choices for the season? D. Jones wardrobe consultant Joshua Williams shares his thought on spring attire.

Tommy Hilfiger attire

Branch out with color. The spring trends I’m looking forward to breaking out are light-weight, cool colors like yellow, orange, mint green, lavender, lilac, baby blue and others. I will usually wear the jacket to my suit, or a sportcoat, with a a cotton or cotton/linen blend trouser that is a brighter color to really punch up the contrast and fun of the outfit. Color is what I’m really excited about this season, and it’s the easiest way to lighten up your wardrobe.

Prep is fresh. A solid color or plaid jacket, be it a suit or sportcoat, with a pliable, soft trouser will help you break right into spring. A navy or khaki jacket with white, light blue, mint green or washed red pants is fun and preppy and will make one definitely stand out. Lighter color shirts with a darker tie will also help one look right in place for the season.

Spring for a double. I’ve seen a small resurgence of tailored double-breasted jackets peeking above the spring and summer horizon. Double-breasted jackets, if very well fitted, are fantastic because no one is wearing them. You’ll be very fashion forward if you invest in a great fitting year-round double-breasted blazer or sportcoat. I’ve been wearing the one I have with wool or cotton trousers and even jeans. With or without a tie, I always look smart and polished.

Neo-classical is now. The color combos that I love for this time of year are navy blazers, white pants, dark loafers, light colored shirts and contrasting ties and pocket squares. If one is particular and does it right, this look can be timeless and edgy at the same time. I like to call it “Neo-Classical.” One blends the new and old and makes the look or style your own. I like it a lot.

To recap: The attire or garments a man NEEDS are lightweight, brightly colored trousers as well as light colored shirts. Get away from the navy, burgundy and black ties and dive into college red, blue and yellow ties to make your attire fun and sunny.

Style inspiration is a click away. The sites and places I receive inspiration from are the sartorialist, unabashedly prep, and various clothing designers to see what colors and trends they are displaying so I can incorporate those looks into the wardrobe I have now. Now that my sense of style has settled and become much more refined I often just look at what I have in the closet, what the day looks like, how the day reflects on how I feel and these elements warrant what I wear for any particular occasion.

If you want to freshen up your looks and wardrobe this spring/summer season give us a call or email. We’ll be more than happy to sit down with you, look through what you have and see what we can add or subtract to get you right on course in being well-dressed and perfectly tasteful this upcoming season.

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Academy Award Style: The Bow Ties Have It

March 2nd, 2012

Oscars seat filler Carl

Over here at D. Jones, we loved seeing the fashion from the 84th Academy Awards last sunday. Wardrobe consultant Brittany Nickolyn chose her favorite ensembles here. Do you agree?

Bow ties were definitely the trend at the Oscars. Carl the seat filler was an eye catcher at his 59th Academy Awards. He was fit with a baby blue wide lapeled suit with navy trim and a matching baby blue bow tie. His fringed shirt and collar were definitely suiting, considering the nature of his outspoken suit.

: Screenwriters Nat Faxon, Jim Nash and Alexander Payne. Photo credit Jason Meritt/Getty Images.

These three gentlemen all have bow ties as well. However, the first gentlemen is wearing a notch lapel with a satin finish. The notch lapel is a bit more conservative than a peak lapel, which is what the second gentleman is wearing. He is wearing a peak lapel with a satin finish unbuttoned. The gentleman to the far right is wearing a shawl collar, which we saw a ton of last awards season. A shawl collar is completely rounded with no distinct edges. Typically when someone rocks a shawl lapel, it is darker than the usual midnight blue suit/tux. In this case, he is wearing a solid black tux with a bow tie and black buttons on his shirt that stand out significantly, like the gentlemen to the far left.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Credit: Josh Haner/The New York Times

Brad and Angelina went the traditional route in matching black attire. Brad rocked a bow tie and black tux. His jacket was a peak lapel with a satin finish. He also had piped pocketing, which gives a tux, or any suit, a very nice and clean finish. His one-button jacket is essential for a tux. He paired his tux with a pair of conservative yet edgy black shoes with his pants lying at a full break.

Christopher Plummer

Christopher Plummer is wearing a solid velvet midnight blue suit witha matching blue tie. His jacket is one button and has a light color of trim around his lapels all the way down and also around the pockets. This really makes the blue velvet pop.

Dalai Lama and D. Jones client Matt Nordgren at an Oscar watching party

Finally, check out our own D. Jones client and star of Bravo TV’s Most Eligible Dallas Matt Nordgren! Matt met the Dalai Lama at an Oscar watching party. We’re happy to see Matt was wearing D. Jones attire.

So what are your thoughts? Who do you think was best-dressed at this year’s Academy Awards?

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Spotlight on Detail

February 19th, 2012

D. Jones Jacket and Slacks

I love when we’re able to coordinate interesting options like the ones in this photo. D. Jones Wardrobe Consultant Jason Smith designed this suit with a tan fabric, red piping and light blue lining. If you’re looking for something unique, talk to one of our consultants!

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Meet D. Jones Wardrobe Consultant Joshua Williams

February 17th, 2012

D. Jones Wardrobe Consultant Joshua Williams

Joshua Williams joined our team February 13th, and we just wanted to take a few minutes to introduce him.

Joshua Williams

I am 25 and from Longview, TX. I graduated from a private Christian school where I went from 6th to 12th grade and later graduated from Kilgore College with an associates degree in basic studies. Afterwards, I transferred to UT Arlington where I studied Public Relations and graduated last December with a bachelors of arts.

I started in fashion at a department store called Bealls. When I came to the DFW to go to UTA, I worked seasonally at Banana Republic and that’s where I was introduced to “high-end” fashion. I later worked at a high-fashion store called Billy Reid in North Park mall. I evolved into the man I am today due to the influences there, and that led to me meeting Drew. Just prior to joining D. Jones, I worked at Rugby Ralph Lauren in Highland Park Village. I was photographed and placed on style blogs and in D Magazine while working there.

I have enjoyed the time I’ve spent with Drew, Jason and Brittany and have learned a few things. I look forward to assisting men in becoming well dressed and helping them become new people. My transformation over the last 3 to 4 years has been drastic but worthwhile. I want other men to have as much fun as I have when it comes to clothes and getting dressed. I look forward to bringing my fashion expertise and “passion for fashion” to the D. Jones client.

Thanks Joshua, and welcome aboard!

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A Quick Guy’s Guide to Valentine’s Day

February 10th, 2012

Valentine’s Day is one of those times where attached men are pretty much required to step up their game. If you are planning to take your lady out for a date, let me extend some advice. First off, if I catch somebody (especially a reader of our blog) wearing tennis shoes to a nice restaurant, I’m not going to be happy. If you go to a really nice restaurant, you’re going to want to wear a suit.

When I’m going out, my go-to choice is a button-down shirt, nice slacks and a sport coat. For a more casual date, I would wear jeans with nice dress shoes, a button down shirt and a sport coat. If I wanted to spice it up a bit, that’s when I would wear a really nicely fitted pair of slacks with my sport coat. If it was more formal, I would wear a very sharp suit and I would be sure to accessorize with a pocket square, fun socks or some type of red theme to add a pop of color for the holiday.

Regarding flowers and gifts. My honest thought is that flowers have become so overdone that you should come up with a creative alternative or a creative “in addition to” the blooms. If you really want to give your lady something in the floral variety, try sending it her work to make a splash. Better yet, go against the grain and think of something else to give your girl on Valentine’s Day. Does she like poetry? Get her a book of poems. Is your woman a coffee aficionado? Pick up a bag of her favorite coffee beans.

Now that I’ve shared all my secrets to help you navigate Valentine’s, I better think of something great to do for my own wife. Wish me luck!

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Superbowl Style Showdown: Eli Vs. Tom

February 5th, 2012

All eyes will be on the field tomorrow as the New York Giants take on the New England Patriots. We’re happy two stylish men are leading their teams to the title, and we thought it’d be entertaining to see which quarterback would win in a style challenge. Who’s more fashionable: Tom Brady or Eli Manning?

Which QB has better style: Tom or Eli?

The breakdown:

Tom Brady and wife Giselle Bundchen

Tom varies from sharp and tailored tuxedoes, all-American jeans and a worn out jacket to Euro-style with skinny jeans and a scarf. He’s actually done quite a bit of modeling. Everything fits well. Tom’s hairstyle fluctuates from short and cropped to long and slicked back. Tom has a history of dating famous women and he is married to the one of the most famous supermodels in the world right now.

Eli Manning and wife Abby McGrew

Eli is preppy, with colored striped ties, boxier-fitting suits, khakis and polos and looser fitting clothes. He tends to dress up for most occasions, but his attire is not as tailored as Tom. Eli has had the same haircut in every photo–kind of shaggy. We think his style is influenced by hit time at Ole Miss. Eli married his college girlfriend in 2008. She is rumored to have studied fashion in Manhattan.

So what’s the verdict?

I think Tom Brady wins in a battle of style. He has style figured out. I would love to help Eli Manning. The Manning brothers seem very down-to-earth and just good ol’ boys. I wouldn’t necessarily dress Eli like Tom, since Tom is a bit edgier. I’d keep Eli classic in style, but slim up his image a bit to give him a cleaner look.

So Tom Brady wins for now. Eli, will you let us help you?

Readers, what do you think? Which quarterback is more fashionable?

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