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Brian Sacawa is the Founder of He Spoke Style and one of the original men’s style influencers.
MoreI’ve gradually been posting looks showcasing the range of options a blue three-piece suit offers. Click here to see the full three-piece, here for the jacket and trousers together, and here for the jacket worn as a separate. Pairing the waistcoat and trousers together is a great option during the summer months. It’s dressed up and dapper enough for work, yet casual enough for a day-night transition if you plan on meeting up with friends for happy hour afterwards. Plus, losing the jacket keeps it just a little cooler.
If you are in the market for a new suit, choose a three-piece suit whenever possible. The addition of a waistcoat will add a little to the price tag, but it is an investment worth making. The amount of versatility and options it adds is priceless.
I really feel like bags are underrated for men. A great briefcase, document folder, or messenger bag can really make a look. Similarly, one that isn’t quite right can completely ruin it. For work when the load is light, there is nothing like a slim and stylish leather briefcase. Because although I love my messenger bag (featured here and in the video), sometimes it’s just a little too casual.
I always say that if you are going to do a custom suit, be sure to go all out with the custom details. The jacket lining is a place to be extremely playful. It can be tempting to be conservative when choosing a lining, but try to get over your inhibitions if you have any. Or bring a friend who will push you in an adventurous direction. And depending on the program, you may be able to use the lining for the back of a waistcoat, which is what I did with this Quinntessential Gentleman Custom suit.
This Look: Blue trousers by Quinntessential Gentleman Custom (part of suit, similar here) – Blue waistcoat by Quinntessential Gentleman Custom (part of suit, similar here on sale – Brown gingham dress shirt by Neiman Marcus (similar here) – Sunglasses by Ray-Ban (Clubmaster) – Gold tone watch by Citizen Eco Drive – Slim brown leather briefcase c/o Maxwell Scott – Brown horsebit loafers c/o Allen Edmonds (Grand Cayman)
Thanks for reading.
Stylishly Yours,
Brian
He Spoke Style
Photography by Rob McIver Photo.
Brian Sacawa
Brian Sacawa is the Founder of He Spoke Style and one of the original men’s style influencers. Since 2013, his goal has remained the same: to provide men the advice and inspiration they need to dress well, develop their personal style, and gain more confidence. Brian’s interest and passion for men’s style and luxury watches has led to his writing for The Robb Report, The Rake, and Sotheby’s and he has been quoted on menswear in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Today.com, Brides Magazine, and the Huffington Post. He lives in the woods north of Baltimore with his wife, Robin, kitties Nick and Nora, and German Shepherd/Collie mix Charlie.
