A Touch of Gold

It's nice to catch the effort that some people put into their outfits.  Here we have three easy and comfortable pieces that are all tied together through their added details of gold.  Zippers are starting to become a bit more common on leggings, but these full length zippers are a new take on simple.  From the front, the cardigan seemed like another slightly oversized sweater, but the gold chains are another example of the extra details that always display style.

What's great about this combination of black and gold is how subtle the details are.  She incorporated the extra bit of gold in both the front and back, showing how style must always be a 360 degree approach.  Black is often a go to color on these miserable rainy days, but it never hurts to add in something extra to show how easy style can be.

-Nick

All Occasions: Baking a Loaf of Style

There are certain articles in this world that can be appropriately worn on all occasions, loafers being one of them.  In the shots below, it's easy to understand why loafers come in so many colors and designs, with all sorts of ties, straps, and that little slot for your penny that everyone used as a kid.  

Sometimes a simple violet just says it all

Black on black for the serious effect

White in mid-fall, questionable yet respectable

-Nick

Blue Tomatoes

This is a personal favorite because since I've been young, my two favorite colors have been blue and red.  Using the two colors together always seems to work so well and this outfit demonstrates that notion.  Nothing special about these skinny denim pants but that is why they're so great, they're easy.  Some blue and red flannel for a bit of warmth on an overcast day goes well with the jeans.  To even out the color balance, an oversized red bag for the essentials.  So here's to blue tomatoes, a never fail palette.  

-Nick

Forever Young

Sometimes its hard to let go of the little things that keep us young, but no one ever said that it's a problem.  This truck belt is an easy way to demonstrate the need for a innocent child-like attitude.  Forget the little things and remember that style as well is really that simple.  A great combination of blue and black is kept in balance with the red strap and a comfortable pair of skinny jeans.

I respect this guy's style because he knows what fits him and sticks to it, while leaving room to be creative with (for lack of a more fitting, manlier word) accessories. But I also gotta give it up for the versatility of the outfit. He went from a relaxed look to this buttoned-up one in no time, an important feature for men's clothing especially I feel.

-Slick and Clarence

Costume Contest

BLEUDENIM is having its first contest! This is to be the first of many. The more participants, the more able we are to give out better prizes as we move forward.

We appreciate style wherever it might be found, and this season is a great time to have some fun with it. We don't like rules, so here are the following contest guidelines:

1. Dress up, go out and have fun!
2. Make sure you get a picture of you in your costume
3. Send it to our email address with "costume contest" in the Subject line (Contact page above)

Anyone and everyone across the globe is invited to submit for a chance to win. We will accept photos of ANY kind, format and pose and will be picking winners on Wednesday, November 3rd. Winners will be contacted by November 5th to receive a prize of monetary value! Winning entries will be posted to the blog.

Happy Halloween!

-Slick and Clarence

Well Matched

Between the shade of brown and the compliments of gold, this outfit is well put together.  It's good to see the many ways leather can be paired.

-Nick

Manly Monday

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-BLEUDENIM

  

These Boots Were Made for Stylin'

I noticed this running to class and just had to ask for the photo because of the shoes. I was struck by how the brown/black mixing actually seemed to work and somehow the shape of the shoes seemed to fit a pattern in the textures of the outfit. This picture encapsulates for me the idea behind BLEUDENIM, which is that there is style to be found wherever you look, even sometimes in the most unexpected of places.

-Jordan

Well Protected

A light cotton dress on an autumn day in New England might be questionable.  Luckily, this seasoned pro knows that a few extra essentials prepare her for anything Boston could possibly throw her way.  From the boots to the perfectly stowed away hood, she is ready for the elements.

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-Nick

   

Black Sunday

This is what I might call "city style." Even in a cosier city such as Beantown, we see a lot of black. But this outfit was done right, with tiny tie knot (contrary to current trends), flattering layering, and a counter color hat that fits the wearer perfectly. The man seems to have dressed with style and comfort in mind as equal priorities. The big collar, though vaguely vampirish, totally made our Black Sunday in Boston.

 

-Jordan