Bravo, Phillip...Neal Patrick Harris' Barney Stinson character from 'How I Met Your Mother' is certainly held in high regard for his sartorial sophistication. I'd like to introduce a few of my own inspirations, characters that exude their very own unique examples of "style and swag". The first example that comes to mind is actor Matthew Bomer's portrayal of ex-con turned FBI consultant Neal Caffrey in USA Network's comedy/drama 'White Collar'. At first glance Caffrey's style may seem run of the mill "skinny guy wearing nice clothes" but, with a keen eye, you can notice small little touches that give him ultimate swagger in his own right. Caffrey's suits are not only tailored perfectly for his build (notice the perfectly aligned shoulder seams and tapered drape of his suit jacket) but are consistent for the look he achieves so successfully.Some points to take notice of: 2-button, double vented jacket, standard width (pictured) notch lapel (though slim-width notch and peak lapels are commonly seen on Caffrey) and flat-front, plain-hem pants complete the suit. It is important to point out that to remain consistent, his pants often have either a partial break, or no break at all. His shirts are generally either half or quarter spread or pin collar (as opposed to the traditional point collar) with french or double barrel cuffs. Vintage skinny ties (usually in a four in hand knot) in a variety of patterns (paisley, plaid, solid) and leather lace-up oxfords complete his ensemble.
Less noticeable, smaller details that make a big difference: pocket square, tie bar, cuff links (french cuffs only, obviously) and his signature (though unfortunately not pictured) Fred Astair/Frank Sinatra inspired fedora.
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