Style Takeaways from Stylish Dudes: Andy Cohen

Andy Cohen Teaching us How Add Plaids and Striped to Your Suit & Tie Look

There are some celebrities that are so omnipresent in certain circles that it would be remiss not to mention the way they dress. TV personality Andy Cohen (Bravo) fits into this category perfectly. As he is extremely visible and a huge part of Bravo’s lineup, he knows just how important it is for him to dress well on a regular basis. Cohen’s approach to fashion and style is proof that you don’t always have to dress in a subtle manner to look fashionable, yet not over the top. In fact, Andy Cohen remains sophisticated in appearance no matter what risks he seems to take in terms of attire. Here are a few aspects of Andy Cohen’s look that set him apart, and ways that you might be able to make the look work for you.

Cohen is a big fan of checks and plaids. Anywhere we looked we found pictures of him pairing his solid colored suits with a checkered dress shirt. It is a perfect way to take the edge of the stuffy suit & tie look.

The Right Patterns
Patterns are a huge part of men’s fashion. Some men find that they either work for them or do not, depending upon the circumstances and how they typically like to dress. Andy Cohen, however, embraces patterns like they’re going out of style. This is especially evident in his ties (think argyle and bold horizontal stripes, for instance), but also in many other pieces that he wears. Cohen is no stranger to mixing patterns, as he’ll often take a checked shirt and use it as a backdrop for a striped tie. The right patterns don’t necessarily make the man, but if paired correctly will elevate your wardrobe into new levels.

Cohen has been featured in GQ several times know for his sense of style. This photo is a perfect example of his skill to mix and match colors and patterns in one unique outfit. As not otherwise expected, Cohen wears a plaid shirt. He pairs this piece with chocolate brown suit, classy brown dress shoes, a hunter green tie, silver tie bar, complementing pocket square, and aqua blue socks.

Designer Suits
Being a rather well-known fashion icon, Andy Cohen knows just how important it is to throw on a a well tailored suit. The suits he wears are nothing but the best, and are perfectly-tailored to his body type. He’s quite partial to Ralph Lauren Black Label, as well as Hugo Boss. These classic suits may are of course clean and sophisticated, but they’re taken to an entirely new level when he pairs when with patterned shirts and ties. Putting together the perfect suit and tie combination is never easy, but Andy Cohen makes it appear rather effortless. Our tip: focus on proper fit first, and think of pairing complementing (yet different) patterns next.

Mastering "Black Tie"
Cohen is no stranger to dressing up. He appears an countless of red carpet events that require a formal dress code. It should come to no surprise then, that Cohen knows how to dress in a tux. His black tie ensembles usually are classic and timeless, but anything but cookie-cutter. He often varies the size of his bow ties, he commonly plays with lapel style of his tux, and he even opts for white dinner jacket's when invited to a day time black tie event. Overall, we applaud Cohen's unique, yet dress-code appropriate take on this formal dress code. For more information, please check out our black tie guide.

Cohen is no stranger to black tie ensembles. He does a great job varying his look without committing dress code Faux Pas. The classic black tie look on the left shows the dress code's gold standard, while the white dinner jacket on the left is perfect for so-called warm weather black tie functions.

Takeaways for the Modern Man
Andy Cohen’s look is no doubt sophisticated, but it also happens to be rather loud. This being the case, you’ve got to determine whether or not you’re the right person for this type of look. If you aren’t afraid of being a little loud with your attire, choose a smart, classic suit and pair it with bold patterns for an effective, eye-catching look that’s perfect for every day. If you don't like the overly bold look, tone down the colors a bit. Instead of the bright summer yellow tie, opt for pastel tones in soft yellows or peach instead - two pieces that are perfect for the season while not drawing too much attention.

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