T left a comment on 9/3/2010 at 3:29 AM:

Is that a second button done up on a two button jacket? Very non-U. Having said that, better loose fitting than skin tight.

mattie P left a comment on 9/3/2010 at 2:13 AM:

horrible.  the jacket as a possibility with something conservitive underneath, and on the bottom.  but all apears very ill fitting

twinkie left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 11:52 PM:

doood intensity overload…ahhhh!!!

David left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 10:41 PM:

Really, really bad.  Lilly is for women, period.  Just because Lilly sells clothes for men doesn’t mean they’re meant to be worn by men.  Those pant wrinkles are terrible, buy an iron.

Maria left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 10:11 PM:

I wish he wasn’t trying so hard to make a fashion statement!

Elizabeth left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 8:04 PM:

It’s great to see men who aren’t afraid to wear bright colors, such as this fellow and yourself in the “Racing Green Jean” photo.

Shawn Ricci left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 5:44 PM:

It just looks like he is trying WAY too hard. Either item would be great on its own, but together, not so much. Then again, to me, Lilly sport coats are like ironic t-shirts - I look at them and laugh, appreciate them on others, but would never wear one myself.

James left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 3:06 PM:

My personal preference is that he’d rock the “go to hell” look on either top or bottom, not both—but to each his own. I salute your brass cojones, sir.

bunny left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 12:43 PM:

i guess i like his color sense. he’s wearing orange in both photos. the color of creativity and ambition.

Straw Boater left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 12:02 PM:

Definite FAIL.

Capitol A left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 11:57 AM:

Of course there are prep elements here, but the overall look reminds me of the time that “Cam” on Modern Family worked as a clown.

NWR left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 11:37 AM:

FAIL.

Emily left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 10:00 AM:

Sir Thomas Cary, looking utterly dapper, as always.

cyclo2000 left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 9:59 AM:

Jings! A gentleman unafraid of colour right enough. I think I might have worn one or other garment, not both at once.

Doc left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 9:49 AM:

Where’s the cigar?

Victoria left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 9:37 AM:

Fabulous blazer, Lilly always fairs well on men. Though, you could iron your pants a little.

Philip left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 8:48 AM:

If you are not going to tailor your pants, at least iron them.

cws left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 8:39 AM:

@ Deanna…funny comment…looking at it from your perspective now. He would either be the life of the party or unbearable.

Deanna (Silly Goose Farm) left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 8:30 AM:

I wish this guy was like my crazy uncle who always showed up half in the bag every Thanksgiving.

robdarko left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 8:23 AM:

Words fail me.

cws left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 7:47 AM:

baggy and ill-fitting…need a tailor.

Dalee left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 6:07 AM:

Perfect, lots of joie de vivre (although I question the idea of velvet—a heavy, winter fabric—in warm weather).

Elizabeth left a comment on 9/2/2010 at 8:13 PM:

What a wonderful dress! She looks great.

Greg M. Gonzales left a comment on 9/1/2010 at 3:04 AM:

I do adore looking at Miss Sarah V. She is truly a modern representation of a Jackie O. Sarah, like Kiel, seems always dressed to perfection.

Raymond left a comment on 8/31/2010 at 10:49 AM:

Gorgeous gal.  Fantastic dress.  A true testament to prep style.  She reminds me of why I like the prep lifestyle so much. Clean…proper…upright. I wish all of America sampled a touch of prep.

robdarko left a comment on 8/31/2010 at 9:33 AM:

Oh please tell me she is actually wearing that to travel, F.E.C.?  Whether born to it or acquired, this woman truly personifies class.

She and The Girl Next Door (from March… I think) are my favorites.

jose left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 11:10 PM:

awesome lilly pulitzer dress! the name of the print is don’t be koi!

Mark Sinclair left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 10:33 PM:

Wow!!

Ryan McCoy left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 8:14 PM:

Is she the same girl from Kiel James Patrick’s website?

bunny left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 7:21 PM:

this was my favorite dress in the catalog this season her shoes are so cute too!

Sweet Southern Prep left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 1:47 PM:

I saw this dress in KJP’s pics from his party, and had to have this dress.  It arrives this week!

bean left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 1:03 PM:

that’s actually warwick!

Beth Dunn left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 12:38 PM:

She looks adorable!
xoxo
SC

MaxiBritt left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 12:35 PM:

thats how to go to the airport!

Paris @ The Campus Style left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 11:56 AM:

She looks absolutely stunning! The next Jackie O for sure!

Pan left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 11:43 AM:

This girl is an absolute gem - the next Jackie O. The dress is outstanding on her. The entire outfit is flawless. A standing ovation for this one

Cary Randolph left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 11:21 AM:

Sarah! She looked even more beautiful in that dress in person - the color and print are outstanding.

Deanna (Silly Goose Farm) left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 10:59 AM:

Love the cut of the dress and the double-strand pearls. Any info on those amazing shoes?

Christian Bourasseau left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 10:51 AM:

She looks absolutely classy and pretty. The dress and the pearls are both perfect!

The Boss left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 10:50 AM:

Fred—What’s this girl’s marital status? Surely she’s attached, no?

PS—I really like her new hair color, it suits her well.

alex left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 10:48 AM:

Love the Jonah dress, love the koi print!

Laguna Beach Trad left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 7:57 AM:

Crikey, they don’t make airline stewardesses like this anymore! Where did you find this gorgeous young woman? I absolutely love the aggressive print on her dress. The colours really do her justice. And the pearls are exquisite. Fly the friendly skies, indeed.

TS left a comment on 8/31/2010 at 9:38 PM:

if i saw you on the street, i’d die!  i love this.  the green denim is phenomenal, tie is amazing, specs are adorable!  please continue to “model” for this blog F.E.C.

corey left a comment on 8/31/2010 at 2:11 PM:

Fred, this style is so you i remember meeting you in nyc last year and i thought to my self this dude is reppin da shit outta RL…  go get em mane..

Paul left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 3:54 PM:

Nice duds—- like the shirt and slacks—-  good stuff!

Andy M. left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 3:00 PM:

Thanks to all for the sock advice…  I figured there had to be a cheaper option but was looking in the wrong places!

F.E. Castleberry left a comment on 8/29/2010 at 3:25 PM:

@Zack—The navy silk knit tie is by Brooks Brothers. It can be one of your most versatile accessories in your wardrobe.

@Andy M.—As NWR mentions in this post, the loafer socks from Journeys are a cheaper option. I wear them in black. They are cheap enough to buy over an over again without consideration for how fast you might go through them.

@Luis Alcaraz—When I will be on my feet for extensive periods of time, I wear socks…loafer socks that give the appearance of not wearing socks. Now, that’s comfortable.  Remember, if you decide to go sock-less, shoe trees help to absorb moisture and odor.

@robdarko—Yes, that belt is an equestrian belt by Tory.

Zack left a comment on 8/29/2010 at 3:01 PM:

Who makes that tie?? It’s perfect!

JRS left a comment on 8/29/2010 at 5:34 AM:

I’m really getting into the colored denim thing.  Well done.

Sarah left a comment on 8/28/2010 at 11:31 PM:

Like Ben I also use baby powder in each shoe. It really makes quite a difference, and helps with odor control as well!

Genevieve left a comment on 8/28/2010 at 9:10 PM:

Such a Superman pose! Love it.

Connetiquette left a comment on 8/28/2010 at 7:01 PM:

Coveting that belt. Obsessing over those shoes.

NWR left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 2:58 PM:

Give the no-show socks from Journeys a whirl. Not a bad deal. Black or white. 5 pairs for $10.

Ben left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 1:33 PM:

Try a little baby powder in each shoe when going sockless.

The Funky President left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 1:32 PM:

@andym I’ve tried many brands of these no-show socks, including higher-end ones and sock specialists (like Goldtoe). 

My favorite?  The ones from Payless Shoes.  Seriously.

Andy M. left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 1:11 PM:

Really nice… This is a tough group of colors and patterns to make work well and it looks awesome.  I love the lighting here too.

Luis, I love the sockless look but think it’s uncomfortable not to wear socks.  I buy “invisible” super low rise socks at Neiman Marcus… $25 for a set of three.  You can’t see them with even the most low cut loafers and they’re great to keep your feet dry. 

Anybody else know another (cheaper) place to get something like them?

S.N. Carpeaux left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 12:00 PM:

I kind of can’t get over how much I love those shoes.

Rome Fortune left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 11:33 AM:

the green jeans really set it off. wow. well done

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Xanax left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 10:43 AM:

The unexpected with those green jeans! It actually works with that nice gingham shirt. Even the colors of the belt & shoe compliments the green.
Well done!

Luis Alcaraz left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 9:49 AM:

Looks great!! I really like the idea of a color trouser but I prefer trousers than jeans. Question, Is it always comfortable not to wear socks??

AEV left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 9:26 AM:

Nice look FEC. The belt is a little feminine, but it sort of works. I’d lose the tie, as you might suspect. Those loafers are something special.

Christian Bourasseau left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 9:13 AM:

Lovely how everything combines and matches perfectly. 5/5

robdarko left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 8:50 AM:

Laguna, I cannot tell if he has a trim cuff or a roll.  Most likely it is a roll and it says that F.E.C. is “… modern and a tad preppy.” Also, according to The Cuff Code, he like drawing attention to his ankles or those awesome RL loafers.

F.E.C., you look very smart.  Is that an equestrian belt?  Unfortunately, I require a substantial belt to keep everything neat.

sunday left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 7:59 AM:

Not fair! Amaze!

JMH left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 7:45 AM:

I like the colour and pattern combinations.  Difficult, but you pull it off.

Laguna Beach Fogey left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 7:08 AM:

Mr. Green Denim Trousers. What’s with the cuffs, thin as a Mont Blanc pen? Love the tie, turtleshell specs, and loafers. Well done.

F.E. Castleberry left a comment on 9/1/2010 at 12:07 AM:

@Ted Roosevelt—I’ll start that today…off to soccer practice to presumably maintain my “figure.”

Ted Roosevelt left a comment on 8/31/2010 at 5:08 PM:

Lay off the chow if you insist on wearing slim-fitting clothing.

Christian Bourasseau left a comment on 8/31/2010 at 12:22 PM:

This is 100% preppy and this style is been used since at least 50 or 60 years ago.

Mark Sinclair left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 10:35 PM:

Love the look. The shoes are fab!

Ted Roosevelt left a comment on 8/30/2010 at 6:20 PM:

This is not preppy. It is contemporary - along the lines of J Crew. The look is modern/metro/homo-sexual chic. The question must always be: Can I wear this in 10, 20, 30 years? Look about the streets; one pair of Top-Siders (or fake ones) does not a preppy make. Call your blog what you will, but we’re not fooled.

ssn left a comment on 8/27/2010 at 5:09 PM:

FEC this is like the alter-you. you know, from the Windows 7 commercials.

Xanax left a comment on 8/26/2010 at 1:03 AM:

Haters gon hate but Mr. Castleberry is looking fresh! I would much rather see men looking like this than see them wearing oversized polo shirts with MC hammer fit like pleated pants or some baggy jeans falling off their ass.

Nice arms by the way Fred!

Christopher Tawney left a comment on 8/25/2010 at 11:01 PM:

Jock, not prep, unabashedly. Keep up.

Hannah left a comment on 8/25/2010 at 10:51 PM:

Love the outfit. I tend to like your photos of guys more than your photos of girls. More classically prep.

Omniscientcause left a comment on 8/25/2010 at 10:05 PM:

i dress like this to work on a daily basis…but yes I work at RL

good stuff F.E.C. I’ve been following your blog for awhile and good stuff keep it up.

Justin left a comment on 8/25/2010 at 9:49 PM:

@F.E. Castleberry - Front tucking rocks.  Seriously.  I practice it everywhere but work.

F.E. Castleberry left a comment on 8/25/2010 at 2:18 PM:

@Zack—I pick up my watch straps from J.Crew and Smart Turnout.

@Will—These white jeans are made by Rugby by Ralph Lauren.

@Nate—Yes, these are the new Ralph Lauren Singleton Loafers made in New England.  Next time simply click on the link I provided in the “Noteworthy” section.

@lafreshness.tumblr.com—It’s the missing glasses. With glasses on it’s Clark Kent.

@Joey dee—And exactly what is wrong with school uniforms? Sometimes we have to stare our fears in the face…especially when that color looks incredibly good on you.

@robdarko—I have to call bullshit on this one. Do you know anything about prep athletes??? Lacrosse? Soccer? Crew? You think all these guys are aesthete wimps? Of course not. And for the record, I don’t work out…these forearms came out of nowhere. I would encourage you to expand your view on how belts are worn…if I would have had this belt “peeking” out I would have been crucified for front-tucking.

@Shawn Garrett—I wear slim jeans and chinos…not skinny.  I am always comfortable when sitting, standing, running from authorities, etc.

@Sunday—I wholeheartedly agree…not only be happy in their clothing but laughing in them.

@JMA—I don’t ask for trouble, I make it. And the fact that you think my pants are too short lets me know they are just right.  It’s that touch of “just off” because being perfect is over rated.

@Rashidi—These jeans are not made by Levi 501s but are made by Rugby. The only tailoring needed was taking the inseam up to 29”.  I have loved them hard this summer.

@MJL—I’m not wearing Cole Haan Air Rivingtons, but the loafers that replaced the Rivingtons I previously wore.

Christian Bourasseau left a comment on 8/25/2010 at 12:21 AM:

I think he said once that he gets them from Smart Turnout.

Zack left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 11:14 PM:

You always have the nicest grosgrain watch straps. Where do you get them?

Laguna Beach Prep left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 8:46 PM:

Crikey, this is an awesome photo! This young chap looks like a Polo model. Green polo, white denim trousers, ribbon belt, tan loafers, muscular forearms, side-parted hair. Classic.

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Dane-Andrew left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 8:25 PM:

Very intelligent !

Justin left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 6:58 PM:

Love the shoes.  @robdarko - I always think of preps as athletes.  Lacrosse, rugby, tennis, golf, racquetball.  Makes it tough buying clothes sometimes though - I’m a 48” chest, 36” waist, and 17x35 shirt and finding shirts and jackets to fit can be hell.

All worth it for the athletic glory, right?

bunny left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 6:26 PM:

colors read gucci. equine. southern prep. reminds me of sid’s story about his sisters bf’s. it’s great.

will left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 6:07 PM:

are those 501s?

Bill Smith left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 4:54 PM:

Classic look, I got the same shirt and I love it.

Nate left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 4:26 PM:

Are those the new RL made in the USA loafers?

Elmo left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 4:09 PM:

Nice Lincoln Mark V there in the background.  Sweet ride.

CLG23 left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 3:35 PM:

well played sir…well played
the pants length is a thing of personal taste which isnt that of my own, but STILL, great look. And I like how the neon lights compliment the shirt and belt.

Christian Bourasseau left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 3:06 PM:

The belt looks so good, and it obviously shows up because its function is to hold up the pants and it keeps the polo tucked in. Brilliant outfit!

http://lafreshness.tumblr.com/ left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 2:48 PM:

Why do you look like Superman?

Luis Alcaraz left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 2:33 PM:

Looks great, I really like that everything is the right size and the right fit.

Rhonda left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 2:11 PM:

I absolutely love this look.

Joey dee left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 12:46 PM:

Great look. Your jeans are always meticulous. Not sure about the green, it always haunts me of school uniforms.

Andy M. left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 12:26 PM:

Rashidi, yes, Fox Brothers is the best BBQ I’ve ever had.  Right up there on mac and cheese too.

Robdarko, I see where you’re coming from in not showing off, but I guess I look at it as varying by outfit.  If I were in chinos, a button down and a sweater, then sure, a flash of a leather belt on occasion is what I’d want.  But with an outfit like this the belt and the watch are your primary sources of color and they set off the entire outfit.  Difference of opinions I suppose but I like how this looks.

Elizabeth left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 11:30 AM:

Looking good. The hunter green polo is especially nice.

robdarko left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 10:32 AM:

There’s the rub, Andy M.  You do not “show off” the belt.  The belt should just peek every now and then as you go along.  Actually, you try not to “show off” anything. 

F.E.C., you may look great and broad shoulders are desired male trait but I think you may be too athletic for preps.  IMHO.

P.S.  I might be getting my preps and WASPs mixed up.

Christian Bourasseau left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 10:08 AM:

Great look! I specially like the loafers and the belt. The polo is great too.

Shawn Garrett left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 10:00 AM:

Like the outfit. Not to be crude, but you wear awfully tight pants, which, I gotta say, don’t leave much to the imagination for your readers ... Don’t they squeeze the hell out of, well, you? Especially when you sit down?

Sunday Ibok left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 9:39 AM:

Love the smile. More people should be happy in their clothing. The hunter green color is a great way to usher in fall. The white pants are great. Keep knocking ‘em dead.

JMA left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 9:34 AM:

White jeans at a BBQ place?  You’re just asking for trouble.  Though the sauce might match the shoes. I understand the look but think the pants are still a bit short, by maybe 1/2-3/4”.

cws left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 9:28 AM:

Great belt…

Brad Corona left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 9:27 AM:

The loafers are ace, and the break (or lack thereof) on the jeans is perfect.

Mattie P left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 9:22 AM:

coming from a rugby playing background I must confess how nice it is to see people athaletic builds looking good.  clothes so often seem cut for either the fat or the skiney.  please keep up the good work

Rashidi left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 9:15 AM:

I like the tucked polo looked. Digging the loafers too. Did Sid alter the 501’s for you?

I’ve lived in Atlanta for 14 years, and I rarely go to Fat Matt’s. I normally go to Fox Bros. for BBQ. Best wings ever!

mjl left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 9:11 AM:

cole haan air rivingtons.  nice play.  i wear mine like they’re going out of style.

Andy M. left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 8:41 AM:

Not the tucked polo?  I rarely if ever go untucked in my 501s, and how else are you going to show off that belt?

Fat Matt’s…  decent food made so much better by live blues nightly.

Ethan Osten left a comment on 8/24/2010 at 8:30 AM:

Not the tucked polo! Even with the white pants all I can think is “IT Paraprofessional.”

Ellebelle left a comment on 8/23/2010 at 9:09 PM:

THIS BOY IS HOT

Joey Dee left a comment on 8/21/2010 at 11:26 PM:

Max, this guy and others are always alone because, and correct me if wrong, they are rugby sales associates modeling the look of the line. They look great doing it. It is nice to see kids making an effort to to get dressed and not look like something that got kicked off a rap video set.

Mattie P left a comment on 8/21/2010 at 6:35 AM:

big fan of this look.  wish madras ties were easier to come by in my part of the world..

PRL Fan left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 6:01 PM:

A four in hand knot should never be used with a keaton style collar…otherwise the look is good for the summer.  Would have preferred the standard four in hand knot with a button down collar which is true preppy American style!!!

bunny left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 4:43 PM:

i love a madras tie. never see ‘em irl but i don’t exactly live in a prep haven.

capitol a left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 4:05 PM:

Overall look is great, but i agree about the contrast collar. Its sort of like a moc turtleneck: it will either make you look stupid or like a priest.

Emmy left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 12:31 PM:

I’m not really a fan of the white peter pan - looking collar, but it’s a nice look nonetheless.

Christian Bourasseau left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 11:41 AM:

This picture is absolutely fantastic.

JMW left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 10:40 AM:

Gosh! I haven’t bought any white bucks in years and this is inspiring me to do so. Nice photo!

Laguna Beach Prep left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 9:00 AM:

Totally epic, dude. Love those dirrrty bucks. He’s sitting on the lawn of my church.

Max left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 8:09 AM:

Cool look.  How come these people are always alone though?

AndrewSo left a comment on 8/20/2010 at 7:15 AM:

I love it; this is so me!  I have a belt that looks almost identical to his and I wear it all summer long.  I think bucks are a bit cliché (I prefer a pair of unlined, chocolate brogues or simple white canvas sneakers) but he looks absolutely charming.