Attire Club by Fraquoh and FranchommeMaximalism defined Maximalism is an aesthetic defined by the notion that “more is more”. A reaction against minimalism, maximalist designs are based on excess and redundancy. This is why maximalism is overly complex, elaborate and showy. Maximalists are obsessed with details and with mixing different types of already visually elaborate elements. While maximalism as such […]
The tropical look The tropical areas have always been a great source of inspiration for artists and craftsmen. The luscious fauna and flora of warm places are something that many people want to be surrounded by, even in the coldest of places. The tropical aesthetic, composed of deep colors, especially dark green and brightly colored […]
If you are passionate about your unique personal aesthetic or bored of the rules and behaviors of normative fashion as it stands, creating a style diary can be a hugely rewarding experience. If you command an edgy visual approach that you’re keen to share with others, or merely wish to document your daily style in […]
Why sleeveless button down shirts are a taboo Men’s shirts are one of the most important fashion items when it comes to menswear. They are a part of the classic image that composes the typically masculine suit; they make men look structured and sophisticated and they give an overall masculine and powerful vibe to the […]
Fashion is often criticized for being superficial and vain. People who love fashion and who wear expensive things are often seen as “peacocking”. Wearing designer clothes and having accessories from renowned brands is seen as showing off. But the reality of the matter is that there is a lot more to this phenomenon that one […]
Fashion writers, stylists and other professionals usually say that when you dress up nicely, you will be able to make a better impression, to draw people in a positive way and to be more appealing to the crowd. In other words, dressing for others is meant to help you get a heads up. At the […]
A hard style decision for many men when they start going gray is whether they should dye their hair of let it go all gray or white. It is an understandable dilemma: dyeing your hair implies taking on a new repeated action, it involves a lot of time and effort and it will mean a […]
In fashion, there is a rather large difference between womenswear and menswear. Crossing the lines is usually called “androgyny” or “gender-bending” and it is not very often that men look at womenswear shows (especially the extravagant haute couture shows) for inspiration and that women look at men’s shows to find some ideas for their looks. […]
The summer 2017 issue of the InCompany by Attire Club publication was released earlier in July and featured many captivating articles, style guides, photos and interviews with fashion movers and shakers. We’ve selected a few quotes from the interviews you can read in the magazine, to get a glimpse of the discussions presented in the […]
In order to buy a quality wristwatch, there are a few things any discerning amateur horologist needs to know. As we all know, the industry around luxury watches is changing dramatically, but watchmaking – as a craft – has existed for centuries and there are a few simple tips that can help layman navigate their […]
When it comes to menswear, New York is known for its practical, ready-to-wear pieces that most men could wear straight off the runway. However, this season, many brands presented looks that were more conceptual than the Big Apple has gotten us used to. There were many high fashion sportswear pieces, which is big trend and […]
Summer is an exciting season when it comes to fashion. Because of the strong variations in weather – warm days and cool nights and the holiday spirit that is found in warm climates, the warm season is a great opportunity to play with styles and try on new sartorial elements such as dynamic prints, bright […]