Playing With Patterns

Hello Readers,
I have decided to change my blog posts to Blogger because it is a much easier format to use.

This week with Squad there has been no real progress unfortunately because we are waiting on our screen printer to begin work on the tie dye button downs and the East Knox Basketball shirt.  We are also talking to patent lawyers to get things figured out legally and make sure Squad Cloth is a feasible trademark in the future.  I have personally been sketching a lot and improving upon my ideas focused in the genre of structural design (the way the clothing looks based off of the way it is sewn and the weight of the fabric) instead of the graphics I normally work on.

I have recently learned about some rules when it comes to using patterns in your wardrobe.  First off you are never supposed to match more than 3 different patterns together in one outfit and make sure all of the colors that are common in each garment come from the same color family.  You should also try to match different sized patterns because it will make the patterns look more subtle.  Lastly, make sure you include neutral pieces into your outfit to balance out the patterned garments.  While these rules are great to abide by at times, fashion is all about taking risks and breaking these socially implied rules.  So, don't forget to take risks and say fuck the rules every now and then, I promise you'll have more fun.

Here is three pieces that all have a basic true red color in them with different patterns.  All can be found at Nordstrom.com as well.  I would suggest wearing these pieces with a dark navy blue blazer and matching pants, which allows the reds in the undershirt, tie, and pocket square to really pop off of the navy.


These patterns would be something that I would actually wear.  A black and white striped Fear of God LA tunic, a black and white star pattern Bape sta military jacket, and a Rail red check scarf with black squares.  Black unifies all of these patterns, so I would suggest pairing these pieces with a pair black jeans and coke white Air Force One's.

Thanks for reading and check back in next week for another post! #SQUAD #HOMEOFTHEFULLGROWN