When you’re always on camera, blending in isn’t an option.
That’s why Albert Lawrence, a Los Angeles-based media personality, ditched red-carpet rentals for something better: a custom capsule wardrobe.
We created a capsule for Albert that’s as unique as his career—bold, versatile, and built to stand out.
The Capsule: Red Carpet Ready
Albert’s career demands a mix of high-fashion formalwear and effortlessly pulled-together looks. As someone who covers red carpet events, interviews A-list celebrities, and makes appearances on TV, his wardrobe needs to work as hard as he does.
“For me, it’s about having looks that are unique but also versatile," Albert shared. “I used to rent pieces for events, but owning custom clothing means I can style them my way, for any occasion.”
Albert’s wardrobe had to do it all: stand out on TV, feel light enough for sunny California, and work for everything from formal interviews to casual nights out.
The result? A lightweight, colorful capsule wardrobe designed to mix and match effortlessly:
THE 15 ITEMS
1. Irish Linen Trouser
Our Irish Linen Trouser is cut from pure Irish Linen. Unlike traditional linen fabrics, this one is thick, rugged, and sturdy. It's still breathable and has all the charm and style of linen - but it has a strong enough hand to serve as a functional 3-season trouser. It also has a subtle luster and will break in beautifully over time.
2. Dicky Long-Sleeve 2-Button Polo
The Dicky Long-Sleeve Cotton 2-Button Polo is a classic, stylish, and comfortable long-sleeve polo shirt that can be worn year-round and styled with virtually anything in your wardrobe. Crafted from super soft Italian pima cotton, it is designed to be worn tucked in or untucked. Consider this your go-to "base layer" that you can dress up or dress down in countless ways. Made in America, this polo offers both timeless style and sustainable craftsmanship.
3. Seersucker Formal Crossover Shirt
The Seersucker Formal Crossover Shirt is cut from a beautiful super-lightweight seersucker shirting fabric. We call it the "crossover shirt" because it can be worn for black tie (with a tuxedo), for business (with a suit) and for smart casual (with a jacket).
4. Celebration Dinner Jacket
Our Celebration Dinner Jacket is the essential dinner jacket for statement-making. It is festive, stylish, and chic. Cut from a luxurious blend of wool and viscose - this jacket is smooth to the touch and shimmers ever so beautifully in evening light. If you're looking for a stylish jacket that can be used for black tie, Holiday parties, and epic evenings out - this is an excellent choice. Whenever you need to add a little style punch to "black tie", pull this one out and let the compliments - and refreshments - flow.
5. Slub Linen Suit
The Slub Linen Suit is crafted from a unique fabric created by Ariston in Naples; a raw, slubby, heavily textured linen blend. This is one of the most unique lightweight textures we've seen in years - a perfect use of linen anchored with nylon for just the right amount of durability and performance.
6. Ariston Caprissimo Wool & Linen Suit
Our Ariston Caprissimo Wool & Linen Suit is made from Ariston’s expertly crafted fabric that combines the natural qualities of wool and linen to create a versatile and luxurious textile full of unique character. Both wool and linen are known for their durability, ensuring the fabric will withstand wear and tear. The result is a breathable fabric built to last.
7. Fresco Suit
Our Fresco Suit is crafted from the famous fresco fabric made in England by Huddersfield. This is the best fabric for hot and humid climates, or for customers who generally have higher body temperatures. Fresco is a lightweight fabric made from tropical wool with a porous weave designed for maximum air circulation. Fresco is also known to be naturally wrinkle-resistant due to its crisp fibers and open weave.
8. Candy Stripe Shirt
Our Candy Stripe Shirt is crafted from a textured cotton blend fabric in an oversized “candy stripe” print. The larger pattern gives it a punch of style, making it a great casual shirt that can be worn with chinos or jeans - or under suits and jackets. The lightweight fabric drapes effortlessly, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a sophisticated yet relaxed look.
9. Sean Fine Merino Turtleneck Sweater
The Sean Fine Merino Turtleneck Sweater is a classic turtleneck with an updated fit made from a super-soft, lightweight fine Italian merino yarn that is extremely comfortable and versatile.
10. Micro Check Shirt
The Micro Check Shirt is cut from the perfect 4-season pure cotton fabric rendered with a subtle micro check. This shirt can be worn in any season, can be dressed-up or dressed-down and can be paired with virtually any other color, pattern or texture. Consider this pattern-mixing made easy.
ACCESSORIES
50+ OUTFITS
Using only these 15 items, here are some of the outfits Albert can create.
Everything works together in any combination (he can't make any mistakes) and he can easily (and quickly) create outfits for any occasion - from formal, to business, to casual.
This allows him to get the most out of each item and keep a cohesive, streamlined closet.
1. Day or Night Formal
2. 3-Piece Formal Suit
3. Red Carpet Ready
4. Daytime Formal
5. Punch of Color
6. Sunny Event
7. Day to NIght
8. Party in the Hills
9. A Suit for a Creative Personality
10. Cocktails in Hollywood
11. Mix and Match
12. Nice & Easy
13. Add a Soft Jacket
14. Suit Split
15. Beachy Formal
The Experience: Seamless and Stress-Free
Our seamless tailoring process means Albert didn’t have to deal with endless fittings or tweaks.
“I sent over my measurements, did my photos wearing my fitting garemnts, and that was it. Everything fit perfectly right out of the box,” he says.
“Now, I just browse the Articles of Style site, see a new fabric I like, and order. I think this is just the start of a beautiful relationship.”
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Yours in style,
Dan Trepanier