Dressing me: Day & Night

When deciding on what criteria a design would need in order to be the perfect outfit for my tastes (regardless of money, obviously), I have to split the looks into day wear and evening wear.  I think as Americans we too often blend the two without realizing it- and while appropriate now in my 20's it won't be so when I have a career in fashion.  

For a day wear look, I love the aspect of utilitarian minimalism with a hint of glamour and a critical eye to detail.  Subtleties are the backbone of quality garments, and I like the small details that only you might notice.  Vivienne Westwood makes amazingly artistic menswear that is unlike much of American menswear we see today.  Her designs are modern, have regard to aesthetic, and always contain those small details that prove their quality.

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As for evening wear, it can only be Tom Ford.  His approach to dressing a man is both meticulous and precise, allowing the same attention to detail like Vivienne Westwood but in the ultimate tailored fashion: the suit.  Tom Ford designs a look rather than just a suit, giving a powerful aesthetic to each man.

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If I ever can acquire either a wardrobe full of Vivienne Westwood clothes, or just ONE Tom Ford suit, I'd be content.  If I got both I'd be in heaven!