The Alumni Jacket

At Evolution of Style we are always looking for ways to expand our craft, either with unique designs, new fabrics, or in this case, by introducing a vintage style jacket.

We are exited to launch our Alumni Series of vintage bomber jackets. We wanted to find a way to combine our love of College Football and the art of well tailored clothes.

I attended the University of Maryland and it has been hard to watch our football program suffer in the last few years. I wanted to create a jacket that honored our rich history as well as the 1953 National Championship team.

The Black and Gold color scheme pays tribute to the original color’s of the University which are referenced in our fight song.  I wanted to stay away from the well known red that we see splashed all over the current uniforms. By sticking to the Black and Gold I wanted alumni to be able to wear this jacket not just to games but during everyday use.

We also used a high quality lightweight wool to make the jacket. It is heavy enough to keep you warm on crisp fall days, but also cool enough to be worn on a summer’s evening.

The first few jackets have already started to roll out on a limited basis. One of the first landed on the current Maryland coach, DJ Durkin thanks to Ben Page.

We are currently working on designs for Michigan, Penn State, Michigan State, Clemson, Florida State, Florida, Ohio State, and Colorado.

If you want to be the first with your alma mater feel free to contact us directly at info@evolutionofstyle.com

To cuff or not to cuff…

Recently the idea of cuff’s on mens trousers and suit pants has come back into style. In reality it never left for the man who pays attention to the details.  Cuffs are a mark of quality, but also help accentuate a man’s height and style.

Background:

Cuffs are the turned-up margin of trouser bottoms. This feature serves the basic purpose of protecting pants from fraying or any other kind of damage from wet and muddy conditions.

Although King Edward VII is considered the originator of the traditional cuffed pant in the 1890s, they became an American standard in the early 20th century.

Since then, cuffed pants remain a mark of quality in bespoke tailored pants as well as off-the-rack pants.

They should be regarded as a stylish embellishment to a properly fitted pair of pants, but also as a helpful tool in accentuating individual features.

Suits Without Cuffed Pants

It is well known that cuffed pants are not always necessary for a classic suit. However, some retail suit makers discourage cuffs because it is more expensive for them to include. That is why over the past 20 years cuff’s got a bad wrap, essentially it was a way for off the rack designers to save time and money.

Cuffs are considered a step above because they require more material and needlework. They can be added to existing pairs of pants the pants have enough material at the bottom to be let out.

When having a tailor make cuffless pants, the bottoms should be slanted so that the hem rests lower on the top of the shoe heel.

Traditional tailors advise that they should be worn with a slight break, or “shiver” on the front of the shoe. In this case, they should be long enough to cover the hose when a man is walking, with a width that conceals the shoelaces.

With today’s slimmer pant leg though if you want a cuff it is advised to make it fall right at the top of the shoe with no break.

Conclusion to Pants With Cuffs

Cuffs are an indicator of refined style when worn properly. Although they do add marginal cost to a pair of pants, they add a refined finish to the pant, especially with today’s slimmer pants.

Cuffs are considered permanent male fashion not because of their rich heritage in Regency-era England, but because the wearer has literally gone the extra inch to stand out with style.

Wool Flannel’s explained

With the colder months approaching it is a good idea to have at least one winter flannel weight suit in your collection.

Flannel is typically made out of worsted wool, and is similar to tweed and herringbone in terms of look, but tends to be softer to the touch. Flannel suits have the advantage of being quite hip and stylish, giving wearers a polished and slightly felted appearance that will make you stand out. Flannel also tends to appear the most luxurious of the heavier fabrics, as it is nice to look at and extremely soft.

Having one in your winter arsenal will show the world that you are able to curate your look appropriately with the changing seasons, and that you are a style trendsetter. Flannel is acceptable for day-to-day use, but may not be formal enough for special occasions or strict dress codes.

We carry a timeless collection of flannel suits from Vitale Barberis Canonico. They have been crafting amazing fabrics since 1663.

Welcome!

Welcome to the new and improved Evolution of Style!

Over the last several months, we have worked hand in hand with the amazing creative team over at Fuze Branding to refine our brand identity and our online presence from start to finish. And when we say start to finish, we mean it.

Our new interactive site features photos of real Evolution of Style clients wearing their own favorite suits, custom illustrations that point out the unique details that set our suits apart, and everything you need to know about designing and ordering your own custom suit.

And for those guys whose eyes glaze over at the mere mention of fabric swatches… We’ve even pulled together some of our favorite pairings in curated lookbooks by occasion, so you won’t get caught with your pants down. Or your plaids and stripes crossed as the case may be.

We hope you’ll stick around for a little while, poke around under the hood, kick the tires a little bit, and learn more about what makes our bespoke suits the best choice for real guys with real style.

Ready to schedule your own custom fitting? Select a time and date at your convenience on our new booking calendar here.

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