I need to talk about my new dandy obsession: mini lapel pins. These are most commonly seen at weddings on groomsmen and the like, but I plan on taking after Lover Of Stories and wearing them all the time. Where you have a lapel, you can have a lapel pin.

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(from: www.etsy.com)

(from: www.etsy.com)

Places to pick them up: 

Hello Oliver on Etsy
The Love Stitch on Etsy

You can also get some some stud earrings like these Colorful Rose Flower Stud Earrings Set and put them in your jacket insteaddd. I’ve never actually tried this. Have you?

- Sonny

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I’m off to NYC for the next 24 hours to shoot a spring fashion video showing off pieces from Three Leaves Menswear, with videographer Ricardo Nelson, Topher Gross (contributor at ORIGINAL PLUMBING magazine), Sebastian Joshua Flowers (contributor at bklyn boihood), Rae/The Handsome Butch (our tailoring consultant and contributor at dapperQ), and Katrina Casiño (contributor Autostraddle). All made possible by the amazing Anita Dolce Vita of dapperQ.

Three Leaves Menswear Looks for early spring ‘13 (from wethreeleaves.com/blogs/news)

I’m on the Greyhound as we speak. So excited!!

- Sonia

By Blake

You don’t need to start from scratch when the seasons get warmer! For spring I only make two significant changes to what I wear:

• Lighter fabrics— so no wool, flannel, tweed, etc.
• Lighter colors— (I’m in love with pastels just like every other student at UVA, sorry not sorry)

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I still wear jeans (vans and cuffed jeans= classic) and collared shirts in the summertime (usually not at the same time) depending on how hot it is.
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(from ostentationandstyle.tumblr.com)

The weather in Virginia can be pretty temperamental (Buah hah!); 70 degrees one day and 50 the next. However, the outer layer goes away-sweaters, cardigans, and heavy jackets. To replace a big coat, I’m in love with the windbreakers/ parkas I’ve seen around for when it gets chilly.  

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Zanerobe Bay Short Sleeve Shirt, $99 at needsupply.com

Gitman Vintage Pinup Oxford Shirt (from meadowweb.com)

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In addition, I love incorporating a busy pattern into my spring outfit. Because it is often too hot to wear a sweater or cardigan, patterns can add another layer of complexity and flare. I’m talking polka dots (and top button swag), florals (“florals for spring…groundbreaking”), zig zags, pin-up girl patterns; go crazy. When done right, patterns show that you put some thought into your outfit.

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Timex weekender watches $35 at Amazon

I roll my sleeves up most of the time during the spring. Great opportunity to accessorize with some bracelets and a watch. You can find more affordable bracelets from ALDO or Etsy. 

Sperry Top-Sider Authentic Originals Mens Boat Shoes

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I also wear lighter colored shoes in lighter fabrics-usually low tops. So Sperry’s, Vans, etc. Happy spring dressing!

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Anyone wanna be my queer sugar boi? I mean, these are necessary staples! - Sonia

Captain Oscar O’Leary Belt, Kiel James Patrick for $88

Men’s Slim Fit Straight Colour Jeans, Uniqlo for $31.50 

Short-Sleeved Plaid Shirt, Ralph Lauren Boys, $40

Men’s Classic Boat Penny Loafer, Timberland, $80

Dot Print Bowtie, Gitman Vintage, Barneys for $85. I’d wear this every day.

ABC Polo shirt, $19.99 at French Connection

Boy’s Ludlow Sportcoat in Seersucker, $118 at J.Crew

Adidas Gazelle, $65 at Shoes.com

Lindsay from yesterday has a friend named Lindsay who was hanging out with her during the photoshoot and wearing an incredibly fun and colorful spring outfit.