NYFW Candid: For Tommy
Even texting this man looked impeccably polished. I have to admit, it was his shoes that first caught my attention. I wonder if they were designed to be darker at the tips, or if lots of “love” led them to take on such a glorious patina. I guess we’ll never know.
If you look closer, you’ll see that his knit tie is squared off at the end. This seems to be a growing trend among the cutting-edge male fashion set, as it was even picked up on by The Sartorialist. I wish I could take credit for noticing such a small yet important detail, but we all know how little I truly know about menswear. I know my readers would call me out for lying in a second, especially Tommy. I love that about you guys, you keep me real (as long as your comments are thoughtful and respectful. It’s ok to disagree with me about a photo, just make sure that it’s constructive and not just Anonymous-style bashing).
His shoes are great. Nicely captured!
The Styleseer
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Great look!
The finishing on these shoes is what's known as a burnished toe. It's usually done via selective polishing of the toe with a darker polish although some shoemakers sell them like this. Personally not my cup of tea but some people like the look.
Yes, knit ties with a square end are pretty popular among style-minded guys and have been for a while. I think they're a great option for a more casual outfit like this one.
Cheers!