Fall for green

Fall is officially here and one of my favorite colors during this season is green. Other popular Fall colors include shades of brown, orange and gray. In addition to forest colors, layering is a big part of creating the ideal Fall look. 

This week I linked up with my crew and we shot near the newly renovated Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach. I wanted to ​both show off a unique Fall look and capture the new scenic hotel. The Cavalier is an iconic Hotel in Virginia Beach that was reopened March 2018. Although I probably can't afford a room without taking out a small loan, it still has a pretty awesome look.

Another element of dressing for Fall is layering. When I was with the Marines, a common phrase we used was "its better to have it and not need it then need it and not have it." I utilize that same mentality when I am preparing my outfit for a day out in the Mid-Atlantic. As a life long resident of this area, I am well aware of how quickly weather conditions can change and going home to grab a big coat is not always an option. Overall, I rarely wear big coats, instead I will layer and if need be I will take of layers if I get warmer. One of my all time favorite layering items is a vest or waist coat. It can be worn under a suit or overcoat and it keeps that dapper look. 

From head to toe this week's look includes a fedora from Bailey's Hats, White shirt and and green chinos from Banana Republic, vest from Kenneth Cole, Blouse Marine Corps issued circa 1980's, and chukka boots from Johnston and Murphy. The accessories are light with a few bracelets, watch and tie clip. 
 
​Luqman Haskett
~Dapper Luq

Videography by Brandon Waters
Photography by Andrea Edwards