AM I A CHAP | SARTORIAL REVIEW

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks for the feature Ash! 🙏 Very honored indeed. They are actually three different jackets 🙂 first one is a plaid seersucker jacket, second one is a cotton navy jacket, and the last one is a linen/wool blend. In the first photo it is actually a denim shirt 😅 which isnt my regular choice in the heat, but works just fine when inside with the AC or in the evening. Haha, I definitely could give my shoes some more love with a good shine 😅✌️ the trousers are indeed a signature style made by my local tailor here in Manta 🙂

[@TheChapsGuide]

You are certainly a very dapper chap sir. Congratulations on maintaining such great standards!

[@rogerr.8507]

why didnt the tailor stop you from getting 2+ in. cuffs?? 😆

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

@rogerr.8507 haha 😆 when he first showed me, I wasn't too sure 😅 but the style has grown on me, and now I quite like it, haha ✌️

[@mr.mr.5953]

​@@lasseholmquisthansen6251 2 is great, grounds an outfit nicely, excellent style Lasse 👌

[@mungulor]

Inspirational style, sir!

[@bigbadbith8422]

This chap looks just like I thought I looked 25 years ago. Well done, sir. And well done Ash😊.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Haha, thanks a lot kind sir! 😁🙌

[@knjohd]

Well done Lasse, you are indeed a gentleman!

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks ✌️ very kind of you 😁

[@witzendski]

Really great outfits Lasse - Well done on cultivating your own particular style!

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thank you so much! 😁🙌

[@kaykunz4730]

Lasse, you are a stylish gentleman. We have a similar style. There is one thing I do not do: Sticking my tie into the pants. I am not sure why some men do it. Keep up your great style.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Haha 😅it’s when the tie gets ever so slightly too long. Thank you very much for your kind words 🙏🏻

[@kaykunz4730]

@@lasseholmquisthansen6251 Haha. That is the moment when I undo the tie and tie it again... even when I have to do it three times. 🙂

[@boomboy4102]

i do it when wearing a waistcoat, jumper etc. all that really matters in those cases is that it doesnt poke out from under

[@ronaldpoppe3774]

Great am i a chap VIDEO! Lasse your style is timeless and looks great and you own it. I tend to have the same sort of style. You look like you put a lot of thought and time in your clothes. I really liked all three outfits especially the first one. It Looks like a good choice for casual wear in a wormer climit. Thanks for sharing you are definitely a CHAP. Ash i will wear a tie with a button down shirt occasionally especially a tattersall shirt with tweed. 😊. Cheers Ron

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks a lot! 😁 button down shirt and ties are probably more of an Ivy league inspired styling ✌️

[@ronaldpoppe3774]

@lasseholmquisthansen6251 yes I agree. I like them with sports jackets and tweed.

[@rs4249]

Hi Lasse, you have a great sense of how to dress oneself up. Really liked your pictures. Your picture with loafers has inspired me to buy one. I have always liked shoes with laces, be it Oxford, derby or chukka boots. That's why I only have just one pair of penny loafers in black suede. No Chelsea. Didn't know they look this good with cuffed pants. Definitely going to buy at least one pair. Keep going Lesse.....

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thank you so much! 😁🙌 loafers have definitely become my go-to default. I don't need or have ever needed to dress up for work so I can also allow for some more casual choices in my attire ✌️

[@daniell2217]

Great sense of style from today’s model chap. Gorgeous tobacco linen trousers in pic 3. Ash - Donegal tweed odd jacket today?

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks a lot 🙏🏻 they are definitely one of my favorite trousers

[@dandiehm8414]

Hi Ash - another fine video. I totally agree on the "no tie with a button down shirt" philosophy. I personally don't care for sprezzatura at all. Intentionally sloppy still is sloppy, in my opinion. I also agree on the "friendship bracelet" look - its never says "well dressed" to me. But overall I enjoyed the gentleman's look and thought he did a good job. I think I like the last outfit the best, as far as colors go. Keep up the great work!

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks mate! 😁🙌🏻 I never use the term sprezzatura for my own style myself but I’d say that I don’t think it’s about being intentionally “sloppy” but rather nonchalant and portraying a certain casual and unfussy attitude to one’s style that I personally aim for 😁 btw, it isn’t actually a friendship bracelet (even though I personally wouldn’t mind those either) but actually more of a cultural thing. It’s a “mal de ojo” bracelet meant to keep negative energy from people away 😁✌️

[@alamore5084]

Congratulations Lasse. All well fitting clothes and you carry them with easy confidence. You are wearing the clothes - they are not wearing you. The crease on the trousers is executed with precision.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks a lot! 😁🙌

[@scrambaba]

Hard to fathom that we are still having a discussion over whether or not to wear socks with loafers. Unless you are rich enough to sweat into your shoes and ruin them, and unless you slick your hair back and wear lots of bling, you will wear socks with all shoes except sandals.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Haha 😅with dress shoes I wouldn’t do it. But I do wear no show socks with sneakers and moccasins ✌️

[@bene8494]

Living in the hotter climate of Atlanta, GA (USA) I really appreciate the comfortable and livable style. Love the look.... Bravo Lasse!

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏻 that’s what I aim for 😁 unfussy but yet elegant clothes ✌️

[@mariog4707]

Love the grey jacket Lesse. I have a similar one I wear over here in the UK and loafers are my go to summer shoes. I prefer to see a belt with any trouser and I don’t like tucked in ties but style is subjective and who am I to judge. Well done.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks mate! 😁🙌 very true! It is important to note thay I don't have to dress up for work at all so that do allow me to be ever more playful and casual with my tailoring ✌️ perhaps not everything I do would be appreciated in a professional context

[@arneldobumatay3702]

I agree with the belt requirement and the tucked in ties. What I don't like for me as a short 5'-7" man are 2"" trouser cuffs. They are too over powering for a short man. 1.25" to 1.5" max for me.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

​@@arneldobumatay3702 that definitely makes sense! 🙂 the belt thing is quite interesting to me as I personally always considered belts to be more casual.

[@JustClassicStuff]

1st analysis: These trousers look like held by suspenders in my opinion, but if the photo was taken at home, they might be set up properly without it. Anyways, thank you for the video, really enjoyable and informative! Also, I like the outfits shown here!

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks a lot! 😁 no suspenders ✌️ just sideadjusters. Where I live I'd often have to take off my jacket and I'm personally not a fan of how suspenders look like without a jacket

[@JustClassicStuff]

@lasseholmquisthansen6251 thanks for the clarification, the sideadjusters do tgeir job so well here! Cool look!

[@BrianLannoye]

Are you sure those are khaki chinos? My understanding is you do not iron a crease in chinos. And because of the cuff, and no belt loops (or at least belt) I think they could be trousers.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

You have a good eye 😉 they are indeed wool dress trousers 😁

[@BrianLannoye]

Also, I love the brown jacket you're wearing. Brown Donegal tweed from OW?

[@SteveMrW]

You sir look both stylish and smart.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks! 😁🙌

[@danielschaeffer1294]

Love the black knit tie. Bond wore them, presumably because they can be worn at any level of dress and look a bit posh and subtle at the same time. As regards the bracelet, Lasse would do well to go to a jewelry store and spend some money on a really nice one. I have a “Celtic” torque bracelet I wear daily. A bracelet will add a touch of personality without being overly flashy.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

I have been thinking of adding a silver cuff as a bracelet for daily use 🤔 but I usually don't wear much jewelry 😅 this is a "mal de ojo" bracelet that's suppose to protect one from bad energy from other people 😁

[@philw4053]

Hey Lasse. You look great. If I may be so bold: - Maybe a bit of polish on the shoes - Keep the tie hanging freely (rather than tucked in) - Get yourself a steel Submariner style watch (or any sports watch that can bridge the smart to casual spectrum). With that on you could keep the friendship bracelet and maintain the style factor.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Haha 😅 I must admit that I have become a bit too lazy when it comes to shining my shoes! I need to pick it back up for sure 😁 the tie tucking thing is just something I do if the tie is ever so slightly too long 😅 I do have a dive watch that I wear casually but I'm generally not a fan of sports watches with tailoring ✌️

[@OffOfTheCuff]

Fantastic outfits! Lasse, share your tailor, he's doing a great job!

[@averagemamil4523]

Question Ash - what exactly are ‘grey flannel slacks’? I keep finding different definitions. Lasse - like your style my friend 👍

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Flannel is referring to the type of wool fabric that has a more fussy/hairy feel to them ✌️ usually more of a cold weather fabric 🙂 these aren't flannel but they do have a slight flannel feel to them

[@TheChapsGuide]

Flannel is a wool which is soft and warm. It makes excellent trousers and is usually seen in grey or navy.

[@saleemnaqvi2200]

Ash, I would like to ask you a question. I am 64 years old and live in Dubai. Inspired by you, I am trying to be an intentionally well dressed gentleman. I had bought an unlined linen jacket from a leading fashion brand in the UAE which is made of fabric which is a delightful beige Tartan style self design Scottish check. It was quite expensive also. The problem is that while buying it I did not notice that the jacket does not have a top pocket. I did not notice this when I bought it and hung it in my closet. I noticed it after a couple of months when I took it out to wear it. By that time the period allowed to exchange/return a garment had lapsed. I went to the store and told them about the missing top pocket and they told me that they had a whole line of linen jackets that were designed without the top pocket. And indeed there was a whole range of linen jackets in self designed checks in royal blue, navy blue, mid grey and the beige that I had bought. I feel very self conscious about wearing a jacket without a top pocket, especiallybecauseI love wearing pocket squares. Would it look awkward if I wore the jacket as it is? What should I do about it?

[@TheChapsGuide]

It is unusual, but I would say it is acceptable for more casual situation, just be sure to 'dress' the jacket with some other form of focal point - such as a lapel badge or flower.

[@saleemnaqvi2200]

​@@TheChapsGuide Thanks a lot. I will get a lapel.

[@larrywave]

Ash would love to see this tie closer 😄

[@billyo54]

I'm a fan of the turn-up/cuffed trousers. My ideal cuff is about one and a half inches. Lasse's cuffs look to be over two inches, a little too much for me. Great look and colour combinations. My mother used to say 'Blue and Green Should never be seen, Except on a Gypsy Or a Queen'. I've grown to like that combination but it only works if one of the colours is a pastel shade. Thanks as always Ash....and Lasse.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thank you! 😁🙌 I actually just heard that saying about blue and green recently 😅 I can kinda see how it might not be an easy combination to pull off. The turn ups like this have kind of gotten to be signature style on my dress trousers. ✌️

[@rogerr.8507]

wise woman. the red string is kabbalist witchcraft btw

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

​@@rogerr.8507you could technically say that it has routes in witchcraft 😅 it's a "mal de ojo" bracelet and is suppose to protect you from bad energy from people ✌️

[@w.adammandelbaum1805]

@@lasseholmquisthansen6251 didn't work, cause here I am, el Hechicero viejo. 👹😋

[@ColinRussell-o4l]

Great video, Ash - looking good, Lasse! Bit old-school, myself - always feel semi-naked without a belt...

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

It's an interesting topic indeed 🤔 I personally always considered belts to be more casual.

[@alastairheptonstall7982]

I enjoyed these looks very much. I live in the US (but travel to the UK regularly) and if anyone has suggestions for where to buy trousers with this type of side adjuster and general look (such as pleats, and the overlapping front fastening) then i would appreciate the tip.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Thanks a lot! 😁 🙌 I'm a sadly not much help in locating stores in the UK

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Actually come to think about it I think that Natalino has a store in London. I haven't tried them myself but I really do like their style and they seem like they provide good value for the price ✌️

[@alastairheptonstall7982]

@@lasseholmquisthansen6251that is exactly what I was looking for, many thanks!

[@saleemnaqvi2200]

A quick question regarding wearing chinos with linen jackets: the chinos available in the market today and without pleats and a pressed without a crease in the centre. They are pressed on the sides along with the stitching withbthe result that they look well pressed but the creases are on the sides of rhe trouser legs. Can one wear a linen jacket or a navy blazer with such trousers, or only those trousers should be worn with jackets that have a crease in the front?

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

I'd say that you definitely can wear a linen jacket with chinos trousers ✌️ linen jackets are already more casual in nature so they should pair nicely with more casual trousers as well

[@TheChapsGuide]

Yes sir, chinos are traditionally not worn with a central crease and are perfectly acceptable wear with a sports jacket or blazer.

[@jameshendry27]

Great style, im not a fan of the way the tie looks, but what do i know.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

It's an acquired taste for sure 😅 hehe. It's actually quite popular among very sartorial groups and is suppose to make the outfit less fussy, more casual and nonchalant 😁✌️

[@ttaker4850]

Hello sir - I’m currently in the market for a new warm outdoor jacket. I already own a few nice pieces, such as a gloverall duffle and a geives wool overcoat. But I’ll be honest - I quite miss my days of old ‘modern’ style puffer coats that I used to wear back before I decided to dress like an adult. I have been searching for a down filled jacket for a few days now that doesn’t have that modern day ‘hooligan’ appearance, but instead remains elegant and sartorial to go with my current wardrobe. Do you know of any type of jacket that uses down insulation, but isn’t a modern style jacket or an extreme outdoors piece of equipment? I have a very nice buffalo shirt, which if you’re not aware of them; buffalo is a British heritage company that manufactures pile lined garments in Sheffield and have done for over 45 years - it is very warm when active. I wear it when walking the dog or ‘dressing down’ so to speak with my jeans and boots. But it just doesn’t go with my smarter clothing, neither is it a down insulated garment. Do you have any suggestions sir?

[@ttaker4850]

I have discovered the answer to my question - kind of. Quilted down or synthetic insulated button up gilets/liners. Go nicely under jackets and other garments. Barbour and Ralph Lauren do some nice ones - not made in the UK though unfortunately.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

​@ttaker4850 back when I was living in Denmark I'd wear a quilted jacket 🙂 I think that they indeed do balance being practical and elegant quite nicely

[@9er..]

What’s your opinion on no-show socks? I’m thinking specifically with boat shoes or low sneakers.

[@TheChapsGuide]

For the warmest time of year I do occasionally go for the no-show when wearing shorts, but with long trousers, I always wear socks. Perhaps it is a British thing!

[@Kennybooy9]

I think that not wearing a tie with a button down shirt is a British take. An American take is opposite. Ralph Lauren sell fabulous dress shirts with button down collars. Personally I ❤️them.. 🥂. Not with a suit, but a blazer.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Totally! It’s a very American Ivy League style 😁 I don’t often do it but I think it can add a nice casual touch to an outfit ✌️

[@kaykunz4730]

I agree with you Kennynooy9. I would wear a tie with a button-down shirt but never with a suit. It does not look right in my opinion.

[@rogerr.8507]

i say, the button down is ok if the buttons dont contrast and draw lots of attention.

[@ronaldpoppe3774]

Definitely. I wear button down Oxford with blazers and tweed. Never with a suit.

[@johnbunton9177]

I am not particularly fond of the rather wide cuffs on these three pairs of trousers, although I very much like the brown penny loafers, and the sort of studied casualness this chap brings to the way he wears his ties. Elegant and practical attire for a warmer climate.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Haha 😅 I can totally respect that! ✌️ when my tailor first showed me them I wasn't completely sure about it either, but it has grown to be my thing and I quite like it now 😁 studied casualness is definitely what I'm aiming for, thanks a lot mate!

[@w.adammandelbaum1805]

@@lasseholmquisthansen6251 sprezzatura you have, style you have, but you can have a tribe of elves living in your turn ups. Sometimes a signature look needs another look at the signature. Overall, looking very well tailored, but those cuffs make some of us go "ahem, ahem." 😋

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

​@@w.adammandelbaum1805haha 🤣🤣 love it!

[@arty_lerry7730]

Second pants seemed to be too slim in my opinion.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Haha 😅 at least now they for sure are ✌️ they have been replaced with a slightly roomier pair. I do though prefer a slimmer fit in general 😁

[@larrywave]

Name sounds danish to my ear

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

You have a good ear! 😁 I am Danish indeed

[@larrywave]

@lasseholmquisthansen6251 Greetings from Finland 😄

[@johnnyragadoo2414]

Quite the chap.

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Very humbled 🙏🏻

[@rogerr.8507]

1. sloppy 2. turbo cringe 3. good

[@lasseholmquisthansen6251]

Haha, cheers mate 😂 luckily I don't aim to please everyone 😉✌️