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5x5=25 A Lesson in Versatility

5x5=25 A Lesson in Versatility

By now you probably understand the AOS philosophy of building a versatile wardrobe. 

Today, we're going to focus on shirts and ties. 

Most guys have ties that go with certain shirts or shirts that go with certain ties. But that is not the best strategy. 

 

THE 5 SHIRTS

For this example we're working with the following 5 shirts:

  • Heather gray solid twill
  • Lavender glenplaid poplin
  • Yellow bengal stripe oxford
  • Sky blue classic broadcloth
  • Blue candy stripe poplin

 

THE 5 TIES

And the following 5 ties:

  • Navy bamboo solid
  • Blue floral foulard
  • Raspberry windowpane bamboo
  • Yellow/red circle foulard
  • Forest raw silk double stripe

 

Heather Gray Twill: 5 Options

Lavender Glenplaid Poplin: 5 Options

Yellow Bengal Stripe: 5 Options

Sky Blue Broadcloth: 5 Options

Candy Stripe Poplin: 5 Options

Just some food for thought today, hopefully it inspires you to buy smarter.

Jacket/Trousers/Suits that would work with all 25 of these combos: navy, light gray, khaki/camel, brown. 

Thanks for reading. 

Yours in style,

Dan Trepanier

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