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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

A selection of men's tailored dress shirts in striped and solid patterns, displayed on hangers, highlighting professional and versatile wardrobe options

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

A collection of men's fashion ties featuring classic and patterned styles in navy, brown, cream, and green, perfect for versatile wardrobe styling

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

Display of men's neckties in various patterns and textures, including solid navy, geometric blue, plaid brown, polka dot cream, and striped green, paired with a classic white dress shirt for versatile styling

Lavender Glenplaid Poplin: 5 Options

Men's neckties displayed with a lavender dress shirt, featuring classic styles in solid navy, geometric blue, plaid brown, polka dot cream, and striped green, ideal for versatile and sophisticated menswear looks

Yellow Bengal Stripe: 5 Options

Men's dress ties paired with a yellow striped shirt, showcasing elegant tie patterns in solid navy, geometric blue, plaid brown, polka dot cream, and striped green for classic menswear versatility

Sky Blue Broadcloth: 5 Options

Men's dress ties paired with a light blue shirt, featuring classic patterns including solid navy, geometric blue, plaid brown, polka dot cream, and striped green for a timeless menswear collection.

Candy Stripe Poplin: 5 Options

Men's dress ties paired with a bold blue-striped shirt, featuring designs including solid navy, geometric blue, plaid brown, polka dot cream, and striped green for versatile menswear styling.

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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