Welcome to the world of Ciaran Dunne. This is a blog about all different types of fashion, style, swag, clothing and looks in the world of fashion today. Here I model clothes and dedicate each look to a particular genre and style.
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Sunday, 31 March 2013
American Swag!
American Swag
Captain America fighting for those Stars and Stripes for fashion
In the words of +Lana Del Rey.. ."I'm your National Anthem boy, put your hands up give me a standing ovation"
What's The Deal?
The American flag has become somewhat of a fashion trend now. Stars such as +Lana Del Rey and +Lady Gaga sport the flag on clothing and in their videos marking fashion trends which have now been adopted and put onto the shelf in popular clothing stores. +American Style
+Lady Gaga and Beyoncé working those stars and stripes in the Telephone video
Lana Del Rey riding gracefully with the American Flag in her hands in the Ride video
The red, white and blue colours along with the the stand out stars and stripes on the flag make the American flag somewhat of an eye catching move for clothing. The flag is now seen on items such as hats and belts to vests, jumpers and shorts. Here we will look at the different styles featured in men's clothing.
Starting with t-shirts, The red, white and blue colours blend nicely with whatever base colour there is, whether it is a black, white or grey. These t-shirts are ready for everyday use all year round so customising it with a shirt/cardigan or pair of braces can really make an outfit that extra special/important for standing out. Styles from +Topman and +River Island Vests:
White Vest With Black and White American Flag Pattern
Stars and Stripes Vest
Vests are great for rocking in the summer or under an unbuttoned shirt. Offering variety from colour to black and white. The pattern of the American flag really complements an outfit whether strolling down the road on a Summers day or hitting the clubs. Styles from +Topman
Shorts:
Stars and Stripes Denim Shorts
Topman
The shorts which are most likely inspired by Gaga's Telephone video, and toned down for the men of the world really offer a stand out, but very cool and simple fashion statement. Great for a hot day to walk around in.
Jackets:
Front and Back Denim American Flag Jacket
American Apparel Model (Separated At Birth)
Back View Of Denim Jacket (Booty Tooch)
One of my favourite items on the list. This denim jacket from +American Apparel is a really cool jacket to own. From the front it is a simple denim jacket but on the back is a coloured American Flag which takes up nearly the entire back of the jacket.
Shoes:
USA Flag All Star Converse - Office
These converse are limited edition and there is a reason for that. You want to be the only one wearing them for miles! The stars go up under the laces while the red and white stripes go across the sides of the shoe. These are extremely comfortable and if you find a pair.. snap them up quick. +office shoes
As well as t-shirts/shorts and shoes, accessories play a very important roll in wanting to stand out. If you are lounging at home there is a onesie for looking cool/staying warm. Running to the shop first thing in the morning could never look cooler. I have recently come across making long johns into an outfit. This is simply done with wearing a pair of shorts over them so that the stars and stripes are visible underneath. Other cool items to make your outfit that extra bit swaggy are beanie hats, scarfs and belts. All can make an outfit that extra bit stylish.
Final Thoughts:
The American flag print of stars and stripes. mixed with the red, white and blue colours really gives fashion a stand out statement to rock. From Vests to hats the pattern and style the flag offers is a really cool way to stand out and get noticed.
Till next time... "I'll be your National Anthem boy, put your hands up give me a standing ovation"
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