Dappered | Style Scenario: What to Wear on a Summer Dressed Up Date Night

[Dappered | Style Scenario: What to Wear on a Summer Dressed Up Date Night]() --------------------------------------------------------------- - [Style Scenario: What to Wear on a Summer Dressed Up Date Night](#1) - [Men’s Hair Advice: 10 Tips for good looking Hair](#2) - [Steal Alert: The Orient Kamasu Dive Watch for $180](#3) [Style Scenario: What to Wear on a Summer Dressed Up Date Night](r/Dappered/~3/tJ-IK5roH6g/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 06 Aug 2019 03:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. [Here’s why.]( What are you going to wear? Sometimes it’s good to look at a few suggestions then add your own tweaks and ideas. That’s what these are for. In the summer, you may not want to go full-on suit and tie when headed out for a night with your significant other. The season is more relaxed, so, dress appropriately. You still want to sharpen your look, especially if it’s a special occasion or celebration. Be mindful of the plan for the evening and the locations you’re headed. [We’ve already covered a more laid-back, casual date](, so this is a look for somewhere a bit “nicer.” You want to look nice, but not overdressed. This date night look provides a bit more polish without being stuffy. As always, start here, and add your own personal touches. Date night is, after all, a personal event. [Style Scenario: What to Wear on a Summer Dressed Up Date Night | Dappered.com] The Jacket: [Bonobos Unconstructed Sportcoat in Navy – $340]( w/ SOLSTICE15 ($400). They really are something else. Spendy, because Bonobos, but you won’t regret the cost after wearing it a few times. Drapes beautifully, and exceptionally breathable. My favorite sportcoat I own, and one of my favorite pieces overall. The Shirt: [Nordstrom Men’s Shop Tech Smart Extra Slim Fit Check Shirt in Navy/White – $34.75]( ($69.50). If you’re of a more athletic build, the extra slim fit is a blessing. It’s not overly slim- think of it more as an “extra tapered” or true athletic fit. This is the only shirt I’ve found that fits me perfectly off the rack. A summer appropriate pattern at a great price, and as always with Nordstrom, ships and returns free. The Pants: [BR Core Temp Chino in Olive – $98](//bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=320597052&cid=1105419&pcid=35878&grid=pds_12_20_1). Steer from the yacht-club-combo of navy over khaki and opt for a more unique pairing with this olive shade in a temperature-regulating pair of chinos. Often excluded from promos, but has been getting some discounts in the last week or two. [Full review here.]( The Shoes: [TRASK Brady Chukka Boot – $146.90]( ($245). Impressive specs here for the price ([here’s their main site which describes what makes up these chukkas](). Stitched out construction, English suede from Charles F. Stead, and on sale via Nordstrom. Me? I don’t mind smooth leather boots in the summer, as long as they’re high quality. High quality = they’ll fit well and feel good. [I like the Higgins Mill from Allen Edmonds](. The Belt: [GAP Basic Brown Leather Belt – $26](//www.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=600175002&CAWELAID=120280880000045513&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=59544524077&CATCI=pla-531539699458&tid=gppl000001&kwid=1&ap=7&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv9zC1dCq4wIVDvbjBx2Vaw25EAQYASABEgKjOPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) ($39.50). I’m going to include this until a better option comes on the scene. Incredible durability, utility, and quality for the price. The Watch: [Orient Polaris GMT – $370](. Can be found cheaper from third party sellers, but at $370 direct from the source, it’s a strong value. A timeless dial with GMT functionality leads this piece to punch well above the listed price. It’s honestly a beautiful watch that even non-watch types seem impressed with. The Socks: [Nordstrom Merino Wool Blend Sock in Navy – 3 for $40]( “Merino wool to keep cool.” Say that to yourself when wearing socks this summer. Breathability is key here, boots or not. The Sunglasses: [Warby Parker Topper in Matte Black – $95]( These are unique. Keyhole bridge adds classic details, while a round, yet sharpened bottom adds some stand-out aesthetics. A stunner from Warby for this summer. About the Author: Jason P. is a Dappered devotee, having curated the majority of his wardrobe through the site. He is an enthusiast of wool sweaters, chino pants, and affordable automatic watches. In his free time, you can find him at his boxing gym or antiquing with his wife. ff/Dappered?a=tJ-IK5roH6g:ufkGRHKwRRw:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=tJ-IK5roH6g:ufkGRHKwRRw:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=tJ-IK5roH6g:ufkGRHKwRRw:gIN9vFwOqvQ [Men’s Hair Advice: 10 Tips for good looking Hair](r/Dappered/~3/DTHlKWUMPTw/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 05 Aug 2019 09:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. [Here’s why.]( “You have really nice hair!” So said, unprompted, the dramatically made-up, tattooed metal-model chick sitting across from me, who was sipping on a carton of white zinfandel (can’t make this stuff up). This came as an absolute shock. Because for as long as I can remember, I’ve always disliked my hair. Hated actually. Blame it on an overwhelming feeling of powerlessness that was frequently weaponized against me as a child, which resulted in a long-lasting, mild to moderate case of OCD, manifesting itself in wetting, combing, re-wetting, and attempting to style my hair over and over and over again. It was never “right.” Because it couldn’t be right. I’m ashamed to say this went on for almost two decades. I was trying to control something. Anything. It was like a low-grade eating disorder, without the physical health complications. And while I could never get my hated hair “just right,” at least I would be the instigator of the disappointment. Those feelings of being thoroughly unimpressed with myself would at least be my own, instead of erupting externally, from any number of third parties. I wore hats [for most of my teens and 20s](. Every once in a while [I’d go full Britney]( and shave it all off in a desperate attempt to stop caring. I knew it was beyond wrong to care about something so utterly myopic and self-centered. I was ashamed that I cared. But it was like fighting a sneeze. A physical reaction I desperately tried to resist, and always failed to fight off when my body would seize up and turn itself over to the biological response. So I know about hair. Why? Because I’ve made all the mistakes. Here’s what I’ve learned. (Top Photo [Credit]() Do NOT Shampoo every day Unless you have outrageously oily hair, don’t shampoo every day. I sweat a lot. And even I don’t shampoo my hair every day. Shampoo will dry the hell out of your hair, making it dry and brittle and scattered and will make it look even more dead than it already is. You don’t want your head to stink. You don’t want your hair to look dirty and gross. But over sanitizing your head, every day, is like over-dry cleaning your suits. It’s harsher than you think and can do damage. DO Rinse and Condition every day This again depends on the level of natural oils in your hair, but, I’ve found that rinsing the product (and sweat) out of my hair and applying conditioner every day helps keep my hair looking and smelling better than it should. Seems to also help my scalp stay moisturized too. I use Costco’s Kirkland conditioner. Why? Because Mrs. Dappered uses it and her hair looks great. LESS… is More Less scrubbing. Less product. Less time trying to style it just-perfect. Less time in front of the mirror checking it before a date. Less time thinking about what your hair looks like while out and about. Less is more in almost all ways when it comes to that dead protein growing out of your scalp. You know it, and I know it. Accept this and your hair will look better because of not messing with it so much when it comes to cleaning, styling, and/or thinking about it. Do NOT over dry (or blow dry) Towel dry. Gently. You want your hair somewhere between damp and dry before you put product in (if you use any product). COOKING IT WITH HOT AIR IS NOT GREAT. It’s just as bad if not worse as shampooing every day. More Trims More Often > Big Haircuts every Blue Moon I have a standing appointment with the gal who cuts my hair every three weeks. Now, my hair grows fast, so maybe you’d want every four weeks, but a haircut every 6 weeks will leave you with it looking too short for two weeks, then just right for two weeks, then too long for the last two weeks. Get a trim every few weeks and your hair’s length will always look just right. Get Consistent with your barber or stylist I used to be genuinely bewildered as to why I couldn’t get a consistent haircut… while going to a different person at the local walk in shop every six weeks. [Your barber is like your tailor](. Find one you communicate well with, develop a relationship, and appreciate their work. Do NOT get extreme before a big event Getting married? Got a huge presentation coming up? One way to reduce the stress is to get a trim a week or two prior. One way to increase the stress is to get a major chop or do some big style change a few days before. The big hair change can wait. Do NOT fight nature If your hair’s natural part is on the left, then you part it on the left. If you think you look better with your part on the right? Guess what. It doesn’t look better that way. It looks like you’re trying to fight nature. Don’t fight nature! [This is ESPECIALLY true if you’re losing it](. Embrace the close crop or knock it all off. If you’re trying to cover it up, [you’re doing yourself no favors whatsoever](. Styles Change, but Avoid Super Trendy Looks Hair styles are like clothing trends. They’re cyclical. There’s a way to look contemporary without getting nuts. Dance around the edges a bit. Otherwise, you’ll look back at that Flock of Seagulls or bowl cut and wonder what the hell you were thinking. Remember: It’s just hair. And nobody cares. Perhaps the best piece of advice I can give you. It’s just hair. Good or bad. And for the love of all things good and holy, don’t be [The Guy in the Movie Theater Bathroom](, and [don’t be the opposite of that either](. Life’s too short to give a damn about this kind of thing. ff/Dappered?a=DTHlKWUMPTw:bkkGXuzlK6w:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=DTHlKWUMPTw:bkkGXuzlK6w:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=DTHlKWUMPTw:bkkGXuzlK6w:gIN9vFwOqvQ [Steal Alert: The Orient Kamasu Dive Watch for $180](r/Dappered/~3/cOyK_-xED5Q/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 05 Aug 2019 07:29 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. [Here’s why.]( [DROP: Orient Kamasu RA-AA0001B19B – $179]( FINAL ($280) So Massdrop (sorry, DROP) continues to call these things the “Mako III” as well as sells two distinctly different models, on the same product page, under the same (wrong) model name. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ [Orient Kamasu]( That’s the bad/confusing news. The GOOD news is that model #RA-AA0001B19B is the black version of [the Kamasu Baracuda diver. And that particular watch, is terrific](. [Normally $280ish direct through Orient]( or a little [less at various]( third [party retailers](, the Kamasu is Orient’s toothier looking diver. Still 200m water resistance. Still has an in-house automatic movement (of course). Still comes with a sapphire crystal. Movement hacks and hand winds too. Sizing is a welcome by many medium diameter at 41.8mm. More of a classic, and less of a 21st century dinner plate. Lugs are 22mm. [Full review can be found here](. It’s DROP, so, all sales are final. Orders ship in a couple weeks, around August 20th. I THINK there are some other colors available at checkout? I don’t think green is available though (shown at the top of the post). Just be careful with which model number you select. #RA-AA0001B19B SHOULD be black. And I think (think) RA-AA0002L19B is the blue Kamasu? Probably? Sheesh Massdrop. Way to make this difficult. That’s all. Carry on. ff/Dappered?a=cOyK_-xED5Q:3TgOTJ2I0uA:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=cOyK_-xED5Q:3TgOTJ2I0uA:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=cOyK_-xED5Q:3TgOTJ2I0uA:gIN9vFwOqvQ You are subscribed to email updates from [Dappered Style Mail](). To stop receiving these emails, you may [unsubscribe now](. Email delivery powered by Google Google, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, United States