Winter Style Mistakes [0:00:00]
So, the first cold weather style mistake most guys make, they don't know how to layer their
clothes properly when the temperature drops. [Music]
Seriously, the temperature drops to 50 degrees in California and people are throwing on winter
parkas. I know you guys up in Canada, you're saying, “Come on, that's shorts’ weather.”
Seriously, learning to layer can give you a lot of options when the temperatures fluctuate
and if done properly can look amazing. Now first up, let's address the issue of options.
Whenever you don't layer properly, you've only got two options; you can keep the jacket
on or you can freeze your butt off and take it off. Because, yes, they're in the office
they're keeping it to about 65 degrees. Somebody left a window open, you got a draft coming
in and, yeah, you're stuck either being super warm or cold.
Now, with this combination as you can see, I have a lot more options because when I’m
hot, I slide this jacket just right off and that would probably happen pretty soon, unless
I'm outside. But, I've also got these multiple layers here.
I got this double-breasted jacket, which is going to look great in the office. But, let's
say it does get hot in the office and I decide, hey, I'm going to peel that off as well. I
still actually have this extra layer this sweater on top. So that, yeah, they keep the
office a bit cool, it's a lot better than just having that shirt.
Next up, let's talk about how layering can help you look amazing and that most men never
use this to their advantage. So, the key with layering is understanding
the subtle difference in textures and patterns. So, when you look at right here, what patterns
do you notice the paisley? Right next to my face, helping to frame the face and we have
a solid. Then, we have a green with a bit of a texture.
And that's what you notice, the texture right here in the corduroy. You've got those ribs,
it's a cotton fabric, but it's not like the cotton that's right next to my skin. This
cotton is nice and smooth. We've got a very tight weave.
Then, we've got this wool right here with that very soft texture and it's that combination
right here. All close together layered on top of each other, which just gives a really
nice uniform look. People see it they're like, “Wow! That looks just a great combination.”
Again, you've got options to be able to strip it off, to be able to cool down, to be able
to heat back up, you want to throw on another layer. Point being is layer properly and you
can stand out from the crowd and look awesome. Now, the next mistake is trying to layer without
the right type of gear. So, let's talk about your outerwear. Depending on where you're
at in the world, you got to know your climate. But, if you're going to have rain, if you're
going to have sleet, if you're going to have snow, if you need something like a shell,
it's going to be water resistant, then that's what you need to have.
Next up, you got to think about what's the temperature going to be. So, after I've got
my shell after I get off that top layer, I like to have an insulation layer. So, your
insulation layer and there can be multiple insulation layers, this is about keeping in
heat. And that's what insulation does. It doesn't
allow heat to escape. It also doesn't allow the cold to penetrate. It stops the movement
of energy. So, when we take this off, again, notice I've got another warming layer. So,
I've got my sweater right in here and then I’ve got my shirt.
And let's get down to the base layer. So, underneath this, I have an undershirt and
I have underwear. Now, a lot of people neglect this and this is, again, a mistake especially
if you want to layer properly. You want something that's going to fit close to the body is going
to breathe because you don't want to have something that's restrictive.
If you have just, yeah, underwear or undershirts or long johns and they're not comfortable,
that is a huge mistake. You're going to get burns, you’re going – basically, you're
going to get hot spots and irritation and that's not what you want.
Now, when it comes to dress shoes, you guys know I love a leather sole. This right here
is a great indicator of quality. But, maybe look for an ability to get a rubber heel.
And why would you want to go for that rubber heel? You're going to get more traction.
Also, let's look at the construction of the shoe. If you can see something with a Goodyear
welt, you're oftentimes going to see the stitching right in there. That's a good indicator, it
is a Goodyear welt, but ask about it. That right there is going to if you're going through
sleet, you're going through rain, you're going through a little bit of snow, it's going to
be more resistant to that type of weather. In addition, this one right here also has
some rubber inserts right there and has a rubber heel. It's going to have more traction
when you walk through that inclement weather. Now, this next mistake is an expensive one
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The next cold weather mistake I see, guys going for light-colored clothing during the
winter. And I get it, you want to stand out and I'm not going to say anything. Maybe you're
on the west coast, you're in sunny California and your winter, yes, 50 degrees, then go
for that light colored jacket, those light-colored trousers.
But, for those of you guys on the east coast or areas where you get four seasons and, yes,
you get that slush, you get that mud. You wear those nice light-colored shoes, they’re
boots, uh, yeah, they're getting stained all over the place, same with your outerwear your
jackets. I like to go for darks. I like to go for practical.
I like to stick with something that's going to be able to take a beating be able to take
that dirt and, yeah, not show it like that white jacket will.
The next mistake is not understanding the limitations of certain materials. Now, I love
suede, but if it rains a lot in your area, you're in Seattle, you've got to understand
that suede is probably not the right material for you to be wearing as outerwear.
Well, suede can take a little bit of water, but over time it will start to shed the water
quickly and that's going to cause it to crack, that's going to cause it to break. And you
can deal, yes, if you stay up on maintenance, I've seen people make it work, but it's going
to be a lot of work. You need to understand that.
Instead, you want to go for something that's probably going to be more practical. Just
a regular leather is going to be a better option or maybe going for a synthetic material
that's going to naturally breathe and also repel the water away.
Seriously, just get a stylish rain jacket and be happy. And that's another mistake,
they're not willing to spend the money on the proper outer gear. I showed you all those
different shoes and boots, a lot of people balk at spending hundreds of dollars on good
footwear. But here's the thing, that's the foundation
of your outfit and you're going to spend a lot of time especially if you commute walking,
you might as well spend a bit more money. Cry once and get something that you take care
of it. It's made with a Goodyear welt, it's got great traction on it, and it will be able
to stand multiple seasons than buying something cheap that falls apart and gets ruined.
The same with your outerwear, whether it be an overcoat whether it be a really nice mac
or rain jacket, find something that you just love the look of it. Because that's what you
want to focus in on is how the jacket makes you feel, not just the price. I know price
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to feel good, I want you to own less, and I want you to own better. And every time you
put on that clothing, every time you put on that outerwear that jacket, you feel like
a million bucks because it fits you well, which is the next mistake a lot of guys make.
Seriously, just because it's winter time doesn't mean you need to go big and bulky. Now, you
need to understand what's the purpose of the jacket. I've got an overcoat that is made
to actually be worn over a suit. A little bit heavier, a little bit bigger, a little
bit bulkier than this right here. But, this pea coat when I actually saw this
thing, I was like, “You know what? I'm going to go with a little bit closer of a fit.”
But, I love it, it's a very thick very tough wool and this is a work jacket. If you're
not familiar with different properties of different materials, and that's the next mistake
a lot of guys make is they don't understand that wool is actually made to be rough to
be able to deal with the elements. Wool can absorb about 40% to 50 % of its weight
in water and still feel dry and still insulate you and keep you warm. And that's the key,
insulation. So, if you see a jacket out there it's cheap made from a polyester material,
yes, you may be saving some money, but you really need to ask the bigger question, is
this going to do a good job of insulating? There are some man-made fibers that can do
a good job especially on puffer jackets and things like that, which use down and down
alternatives to be able to trap air and to be able to insulate. But, that's the kind
of question you want to be asking, is this going to do the job of insulating? And that
is the key. Now, when it comes to things fitting closer
to your body, look for things that are going to wick away moisture. I like underwear that's
made from a micro modal or a modal. That's a very -- it's basically it's a wood pulp
that is made into a type of material. It's breathable.
A cotton, also works well. But, I do want to have a little bit of stretch in my cotton.
Nowadays, I don't normally go for 100% cotton on my underwear. I like a little bit of stretch,
a little bit of comfort, and I'm going for boxer briefs also.
I also wear an undershirt sometimes that has a little bit of synthetic material. Sometimes
a fully synthetic, but I make sure it's got that type of a weave, a gauze weave that's
going to be very breathable. And that's what I’m looking for, the right
material that's going to work with my body. And I know some people are going to have allergic
reactions to wool, so know that and know just to avoid it.
And just because it's cold outside, don't forget about accessories, sunglasses to be
particular. So, you got all that snow out there, you're driving, guess what? It is brighter
than normal because all that light is being reflected off the white right into your eyes.
In fact, if you know the history of sunglasses, the Inuit people up north, they were actually
the first ones to come up with the idea for sunglasses. And they used wood sunglasses
that just had a very small slit that you could barely see through, but it would help and
prevent all that glare from coming in and hitting the eyes. Nowadays, you want to make
sure that you're taking care of your eyes. [0:10:11]
Now, what about the head? This one most of you guys have a watch cap and you're going
to it, but why not have a little bit more fun? Why not actually bring in a cap that
maybe has a little bit of insulation keep your head warm at the same time bring a bit
of style to your outfit? I don't know. What do you guys think? Let
me know in the comments; hat number one, hat number two, or hat number three?
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