Patchy Cake Eater Fall 2014/Image: C.Hope for Style Wylde
Dear Haikusue,
As a 40 something male, I have always maintained a professional appearance and take pride in my wardrobe. As I start to gray, I envision entering the later stage of my career with the sophistication and refinement of Cary Grant in To Catch a Thief. However, my haberdasher has recently started to hint that my personal style is a bit outdated and has recommended that I wear flat front pants to appear trendier. Years ago I was hesitant to mix wearing plaids with stripes, but now embrace the dichotomy of patterns. Am I being obstinate in my belief that wearing flat front pants will make me appear that I am trying too hard to maintain a youthful appearance, or should I trust in the unknown and make the switch? Please help me.
Signed,
Bespoke in Barbar
Dear Bespoke:
Beware pleats and darts
Visual poundage increase
Flat fronts are your friend