Guest Post: Borrowed from the Boys

I've always liked the look of certain menswear on women. So I decided to consult one of my friends who knows and loves menswear to have him share his tips on how to make it work for you. Terrance Brewer is the Creative Director for Yunes Swathe, a New York based luxury bag brand. I hope you enjoy it! 

Recently, I was having a discussion with a great friend about how she can incorporate some of her husband’s clothes into her own wardrobe. Putting our stylish heads together we came up with these ideas for you to try out.  (Make sure the items you use aren’t your significant other's favorite items, I will not be held responsible)

Neck Ties
Every man knows that the perfect necktie can enhance a business suit or it can make you the laughing stock of the Board Room. Ladies, I don’t want you to use these ties as they were meant to be worn. Instead, picture taking a colorful paisley necktie and turning into an awesome belt. All you need are three items: D rings from any craft store, a hot glue gun or needle and thread, and a necktie.  Take the skinny end of the necktie, loop it through the D rings about an inch through (make sure you use two rings), sew or glue that little piece to the rest of your tie. You’re done. You can also just tie the necktie into a bow and let the excess hang.
 

               
Men’s Button Up/Dress Shirt
For some reason Hollywood has put it in our heads that after a night a passion, the lady wakes up and reaches for a men’s button up shirt to lounge around the house. My shirts cost too much for you to lounge in, that’s why we have T-shirts. Nevertheless, it’s very sexy to see a woman in a men’s button up shirt.  Let’s make this a little more feminine for you ladies.  If you want to wear a men’s shirt pick something with color, checks, patterns, stripes. Of course, the sleeves will be too long so cuff the sleeves; do this before you put the shirt on so that the sleeves are the same length. Instead of using a belt to cinch the waistline of the shirt, try a brooch. Gather the excess from the back of the shirt and add the brooch to the middle of your back. Now you can show off your figure and that nice vintage brooch your grandmother gave you...the one you had no idea what to do with.
  

Kim K pulling off the oversized button up trend

Second option, you can wear the shirt as is, but wear it with a nice pencil skirt. Just make sure you blouse the top.  I promise you will not look like Julia Roberts on Rodeo Drive in the movie “Pretty Woman”. Unless that’s the look you are going for.
















Men’s Blazer
If you are a woman and love men’s blazers find a great tailor. (Everyone needs a great tailor) If you see a blazer that you must have, take it to your tailor and have him/her add darts and boning so your figure will shine through. Also you must get the buttons adjusted, a lot of women forget this step when shopping for a blazer. If the buttons are in the middle of your bust don’t wear it without having those buttons moved to accommodate your golden globes.


Oxford Shoes
Last but not least, ladies invest in a pair of Oxford style shoes. With a full day of errands ahead of you don’t wear sneakers or ballet flats. Throw on your oxfords with your button up, your new tie belt and that custom fitted blazer with a pair of dark straight leg jeans (cuffed at the bottom). Add accessories like oversized sunglasses and a great handbag. I promise you will turn heads because you will be rocking your own style with a hint of European class.


Katie Holmes is rocking the Oxford trend, so can you!

Thanks Terrance! Now ladies, go raid those closets!