I think we all secretly wish we could look as put together in a plain white tee as Kim Stolz, or as put-together in a soft pullover as we do in our bow ties and summer dresses. Everlane’s Men’s French Terry Sweatshirt in Slate (pictured above) is already becoming one of my staples. You can see and feel the quality when you put it on. A once frumpy style turned elegant and/or dapper. I can wear it around the house or dressed up. 

Just as Fit For a Femme’s exclaimed “Everlane has turned me into a girl who loves wearing t-shirts!” I’ve been turned into a queer who loves wearing casual basics. My Tommy Hilfiger Boy’s tees have served me well, but are not nearly as nice quality as Everlane’s XS tees, which they were also generous enough to send along for this piece:

What makes this tee different from all other tees? Well, for one thing, you’ll never get a tee this nice for $15. For another, it’s incredibly soft, and they tested it on tons of people, ensuring the best fit for all. Every cycle, they make little adjustments based on reviews.

I showed off Everlane’s button-up and tote bag here. They recently came out with these switch-buckle belts with 4 interchangeable buckles. So basically it’s like 4 belts in one. Brills. Like many of you, I am sad that they discontinued their bow ties. But they told me during our chat that they want to master the basics before branching out too much. And I respect that. 

As a gift from them to you, whoever signs up through this here link: EVERLANE/QWEAR GIVEAWAY will get entered into a drawing to win $50 store credit. Now that’s TRULY luxurious.

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Anonymous asked: hi, I absolutely adore the classic “sweater over a collared shirt” look- casual-cute yet professional enough to go to work in. However, every time I’ve tried it, it doesn’t work and I just end look looking frumpy, so I’m thinking maybe my sweater/shirts are too big or too cheaply made or something like that. I know it’s a classic layering technique that tons of people of different shapes/sizes pull off all the time, so i know i’m the one doing something wrong. any tips?

(source: intriguemenow.blogspot.com)

A.D. says: 

PRO-TIP: Tuck in your under shirt and collared shirt. Often, the frumpiness is from wrinkled shirt tails or undershirts. Tuck these babies in and you’re on way…

PRO-TIP 2: Fit, fit, fit. Whatever look you’re going for, make sure the fit of whatever you’re wearing conveys it. If you want to look professional and put together, a conservative but tailored-looking outfit will serve you well. If you want butch/dyke, a looser more layered look will convey that. If you want femme, shoot for thinner materials and an even tighter fit, with a few buttons undone.

PRO-TIP 3: Find the best quality sweaters you can. This sounds silly, but sweaters are some of the best investments you can make (even if you buy everything at thrift stores), because they’re so versatile. (Sonia interjects: It’s so true. I got these sweaters from H&M that kinda stretched out and make me feel frumpy. They just don’t fit that great. The ones I own that I spent $10 more for are wayy nicer!)

PRO-TIP 4: Pair the sweater/collared shirt combo with a blazer or jean jacket to round out the outfit. You’ll look like swag city. Trust me.

Related posts: Casual Ways to Layer Button-ups

Anonymous asked: I recently just bought a dark blue jumper with brown elbow patches from topman, but I have no idea what to wear it with! Any chance you have any ideas for a cute but suave outfit for the jumper to impress my lady with?

This is SUCH A NICE SWEATER:

Navy Elbow Patch Jumper, available at Topman for $72

Navy goes with many things. Here is an easy outfit you can do that will most certainly impress your lady:

Polo Ralph Lauren Boys Oxford Shirt, available at Macy’s for $45. Also available in men’s.

Brown slim belt, available at Red Herring for $28

Broken-in Chino in Urban Slim Fit, available at J.Crew for $75

This watch brand is dope. You can customize the strap and face color. Available at beoptimisticandthankful.com for $85

Clark Desert Boots, available at Orvis for $100

Anonymous asked: I adore ugly sweaters. I’m talking clashing colours, obnoxious, the whole shebang. They work extremely well for my androgyny, and wow, big bonus here. They are hideous, though, seriously, wow. Do you know any ways to make them not so bad looking?

Now that you’re venturing into the mens section, why not add some pink to your palette? Something that used to be seen as feminine is now given a preppy and masculine twist. And I love it when queers double the irony. Here are some of the latest pink items I’ve been coveting:

1.’Olsen’ Brogue, available at FarFetch for $210
2. Morgan Mountain Board Shorts, available at Abercrombie & Fitch for $25
3. Boy’s L.12.12 Original Fit Short Sleeve Classic Pique Polo in Flamingo Pink,  available at Lacoste for $45
4. Gray Plaid Skinny Tie, on sale at Pocket Square Clothing for $30
5. Kids Cashmere Sweater, available at J. Crew for $135 
6. Tide Beech Tee, on sale at Hollister for $15
7. Pink Deck Striped Shorts, available at Topman for $70
8. Pink Ray-Ban Wayfarers, on sale at Sunglass Hut for $79.98
9. ASOS Skinny Chino with Pigment Dye, available at ASOS for $49.71
10. Supra High Top Shoes TK Society Light Red, on sale at www.suprasneaker.co.uk for $84

Bring in summer and add a bold pop of yellow to your wardrobe. Here are some of my favs:

Loopback Cotton-jersey Sweatshirt available at Mr. Porter for £90. Perfect for those cool summer nights.

Get your yellow pants here. Source: munrowe.com. 

Snatch a yellow cardigan on Etsy for $26. Source: upashion.com

Nick Wooster, the fashion director of Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf rocking some yellow brogues from the  Florsheim collection by Duckie Brown. They are no longer in stock. Boo. Cole Haan offers a nice alternative: the Air Colton Casual Wingtip in Yellow for $198 (clicky). Source: 100daysofstyle.com

Oh hey, it’s the Biebs. Vintage Rolling Stones T, available at rollingstones.shop.bravadousa.com for $30

An anonymous cutie sporting a yellow beanie. Get yours from Neff for $9.95. Source: angstine.tumblr.com