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WSP x Crowne Plaza by Brandon Bryant

Hey guys hope all is well. Super excited to share some new content from New York Fashion Week (NYFW) that I had the chance to work on. Today’s post is featuring the new collaboration between Timo Weiland and Crowne Plaza on the new wardrobe collection called MOMENTUM for Crowne Plaza’s hotel team members. There has been a new trend (which I am in full favor of by the way) of clothing brands working with large companies to have design led wardrobes for their employee work force.

Many companies like Crowne Plaza have employees who are the first and last impression that the modern business travelers interact with. Which is why the collaboration makes a ton of sense and it also boosts the employee moral to come to work in something they enjoy wearing. Clothes can greatly impact the confidence and work output of an employee, so it is best to cater to new and modern styles while still being professional.

Timo and team had the great pleasure of working closely with the Crowne Plaza and their employees who will be wearing their wardrobe collection everyday. Matter of fact, a few employee’s actually had the chance to walk in the fashion show wearing the collection.

Now let’s talk about the show & clothes! I had the chance to go backstage and witness the upbeat pace of typical NYFW pre-show madness. Timo and team were well prepared and had multiple walk-throughs, makeup checks and quick outfit adjustments. I snagged a few pictures while I was at it! Not to mention, there was an awesome pre-show performance by Ocean Park Standoff

I really enjoyed the simplicity and modern swagger of the men’s and women’s collection. Timo and team stuck to blacks and whites and would layer in greys and plums for subtle touches. Many companies have a one size fit all mentality when it comes to the employee wardrobe, that was not the case in this new collection. Timo and team made sure to make a collection that fit all shapes and sizes. In addition, I enjoyed that both men and women employees have quite few options to choose from. Men can wear a parka, cardigan, sweater, sweater vest and different dress shirts to work. Women can choose from sweaters, blouses, dresses, dress shirts and they have tailored blazers. It’s safe to say that the MOMENTUM collection was a success and you could see the joy on the faces of the employee’s faces backstage in the group picture with Timo and team!

#Partner

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Photographer: Nick Urteaga (@coastal_flicks)

Location: Midtown, New York

In partnership with Crowne Plaza x Timo Weiland

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Let me know your thoughts on the show, until next time!

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WSP x Movado by Brandon Bryant

Hey guys hope all is well. Super excited to show you all some of the new content that I am working on. Today’s post is all about the watch. A watch is a strong complement piece to your wardrobe and can tell a lot about your personality from afar. Today’s watch of choice is the Heritage Series Calendoplan Chronograph from Movado

Movado is a Swiss watch company that has a rich history that dates back over 100 plus years. It’s most notably known for its historic Museum dial that traces back to artists from the modern design movement in the early 1900’s.

Now onto the outfit. I decided to focus on a look that is perfect for the hottest days during the summer. In NYC during July and August the heat can be 90+ degrees, so thought it would be helpful to shed some light on how to look good in the heat. So the outfit is pretty simple; chambray shirt, swimming trunks (protip - always feel free to wear trunks as shorts!!), white sneakers and of course a staple time piece that can elevate the outfit.

My favorite features about this watch:

  1. Chronograph

  2. Keeps date, day and seconds

  3. Rose Gold casing

  4. Brown leather Strap

  5. Very versatile and compliments my wardrobe

  6. Watch face is just the right size (43 mm) for my wrist

 

#Movado

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Post Details

Photographer: Nick Urteaga (@coastal_flicks)

Location: Soho, New York

In partnership with Movado

Attire Details (make sure to click the bold words and check them out):

Dress Shirt : Gant

Shorts: Taylor Vintage

Shoes: Blake McKay

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Well that’s all for now, let me know your thoughts. Talk soon!

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WSP x The Art of Shaving by Brandon Bryant

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Happy 2017! Over the past few years men have increasingly paid more attention to personal style and now its time to focus on personal grooming.

I teamed up with the good folks over at The Art of Shaving for the launch of their new fragrance collection. I decided to go with a modern gentleman vibe for this partnership. So I threw on a suit & tie and made sure to play a bit with the colors and patterns to bring out some character.

First, a little history on the brand. The Art of Shaving is a brand with lots of history, 20 years to be exact. As a leading men’s grooming brand they have a mission to help elevate the grooming experience for men from a chore to an enjoyable ritual. The brand initially started from a small shop here in Manhattan and has since grown to a robust collection of over 150 male-focused luxury retail shops across the country.

Now, lets talk about the fragrances. I had the chance to test drive five different scents and the two I enjoyed most were the Oud Suede and Green Lavender. The Oud Suede has a deep wood smell that I believe is good for a night out on the town or dinner with your significant other. The Green Lavender had an herbal tone to it and could be worn both day and night or for work and play.

Blogger Pro Tip: Feel free to blend scents together to get an elevated and unique scent. My suggestion is to blend the Green Lavender with Vetiver Citron. These two scents blend well, the sharp lavender and refreshing orange of the Green Lavender blend well with the smoky vetiver and sweet lemon of the Vetiver Citron.

Well now that you guys have had the chance to visually experience and hear more about the new fragrances be sure to go check them out for yourself (here)

Thank you as always for reading and let me know your thoughts on my outfit today and on the fragrances when you try them out.

#ThePerfectShave #TAOSBrotherhood #Sponsored

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Post Details

Photographer: Nick Urteaga (@coastal_flicks)

Location: Midtown West, New York

In partnership with The Art of Shaving

Attire Details (make sure to click the bold words and check them out):

Suiting, Dress Shirt & Tie: Freeman Sporting Club

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Well that’s all for now, let me know your thoughts. Talk soon!

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WSP x Perry Ellis by Brandon Bryant

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Photographer: Nick Urteaga (Coastal_Flicks)

Location: Harlem, New York

In partnership with Perry Ellis

Attire Details (make sure to click the bold words and check them out):

Jacket: Perry Ellis

Denim Shirt: Hugh and Crye

Pants: Vintage

Footwear: Five Four Club

Socks: Mac Weldon

Hey guys, hope you're doing well. Now that summer is over its time to focus on the most important fashion season of the year which is fall. Fall is the best time for layers, bold colors and a good time to play around with different fabrics.

For this blog post, I teamed up with Perry Ellis to be a part of their #100PiecesofPerry campaign. Just as I mentioned before the fall is a great time to mix and match fabrics, so I decided to mix a denim shirt with cotton chinos and layer on a twill knit jacket. Another great addition during the fall is the fedora, when in doubt always put on a hat. A hat instantly elevates your outfit and adds some confidence. To round out the fall inspired outfit I went with some new kicks I just picked up from Five Four and their new collection designed by Mark McNairy. Anyone who knows me can tell you that I am a sucker for suede shoes and these are my new favorites.

Well that's all for now, let me know if you would wear this outfit and what other fall style essentials I may have missed. Talk soon!!

Thank you for reading and Let Your Voice Be Heard Below!!

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Summer Style with I.W. Harper by Brandon Bryant

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Photography: Arian Jabbary (PHOTO+ARIAN°) and Nick Urteaga (Coastal Flicks)

In Collaboration with I.W. Harper

Attire Details :

Suiting: Knot Standard

Footwear: Allen Edmonds and Freeman Plat

Happy Friday everyone and hope you are gearing up for a long holiday weekend. I am excited to continue phase two of my partnership with I.W. Harper Whiskey.

In this phase we focused on summer style and how to be dressed and ready for any occasion. In outfit #1 I focused on one of the hardest looks to pull off for a younger gent. Its the dress shirt tucked into jeans look, usually used by older gents but it has really made a comeback with the younger guys. I think the correct way to approach the "tucked" look is by have the right fit on your garments. As long as the blazer, dress shirt and jeans are form fitting I think you are in the clear.

Now on to outfit #2, the sweater and blazer. Sometimes, as men we just want to feel free and comfy but at the same time feel stylish. I would suggest this look or even a nice plain t-shirt in light grey for the NYC summer heat. Notice in this look I decided to add sneakers to the mix, I am a huge champion of sneakers with blazers. Suits / blazers can be too serious as times, so throwing on a nice pair of statement sneaker like these ones from Freeman Plat are a perfect addition.

Well that is all for now, let me know what are your go to styles for this summer!

Thank you for reading and Let Your Voice Be Heard Below!!

WSP

In partnership with I.W. Harper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and I am being compensated for my participation in this campaign. All thoughts/opinions are 100% my own. Whiskey is intended for those whom alcohol is legal and appropriate. Please Drink Responsibly!