Sweet and Simple

It can be just as fun dressing down as it is to dress up!

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This week on The Spot, we're focusing on a few brilliant basics that'll bring your everyday look to a cultivated and intentional new level. With items such as the ever classic Plaid Dress Shirt, available to you from Original Penguin, you can feel confident at the office or having low-key drinks with friends. Pair with your favorite jeans or a pair of tan pants to complete the look!




Looking for a dash of interest for your work wardrobe, maybe something that can easily go from day to night?

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Try pieces like Pastel Blue Floral Dress Shirt, also available from Original Penguin, to bring out the best of you and your eye for fashion. Featuring an intricate but understated floral print throughout, this shirt perfectly balance the ideas of sophisticated and subtlety. Wear with dark chino pants or slacks for a look that says you're ready for business and not afraid to do it your way.




Get a pop of color into the clothing line up you have going!

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Break up the sea of blues and greys with garments such as the Men's Slim Fit Stretch Light Purple Tonal Stripe Dress Shirt, available to you from the Vince Camuto collection at Macy's. The demure stripes perfectly accent the bold and beautiful purple shade being featured, giving you the opportunity for some great matching combinations. Have fun with this one!




A floral doesn't have to be attention grabbing, it can also easily function as the subdued accessory that brings the rest of your look together!

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With items like the Men's Vine Floral Skinny Tie from the Bar III collection created for Macy's, you can successfully walk that fine fashion line. With a variety of blues and soft white to contrast, this tie is simply so sweet and easy to mix and match. Wear it all summer long and well into the upcoming seasons for a light and lovely reminder of blossoming blooms.






Last but not least is the piece that every single human should have in their closet.

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The Men's Patterned Skinny Tie from the Apt 9 collection available at Kohl's is a perfect specimen to add to your repertoire for years to come. With its demure sketched lines on a dark chrome backdrop, it truly does go with absolutely everything. Grab the tie that's going to carry you through the seasons and enjoy its sweet simplicity.


By: Beka Burlak




Beka Burlak