This sexy Bish embraced color to update his wardrobe
WHO: Gavin Bish, 44, of Wilmington, auditor.
WHY: He was nominated by his wife Amy Watson Bish, who says: “It wasn’t long ago that my husband’s summer wardrobe included many white T-shirts and khaki shorts. I told him one day to maybe add a couple colored shirts, brighten things up a bit. And, boy, did he. He’s not afraid of bold colors or patterns and has even had an impact on my choices. A proud moment: two summers ago, he was named Most Dapper Gent at Deco on the Delaware, Philadelphia’s premier 1920s event.”
HIS STYLE: Modern, with a touch of classic. “My wife asks me why I dress up to go to the grocery store. I say I’m not dressed up. I’m just wearing a jacket.”
WEARING, at Margaux bistro in Wilmington:
FIRST OUTFIT — Orange dress shirt by Alfani; seersucker blazer by Ralph Lauren; navy slacks by Dockers; brown and cream spectator shoes by Penguin; and straw Fedora hat by Stetson.
SECOND OUTFIT — Breton striped tee by J Crew; sage chinos by Lands End; navy linen jacket by Jos A Bank; and blue "Stitch Lite" Oxfords by Cole Haan.
THIRD OUTFIT — Lavender dress shirt by Van Heusen; red chinos by Ralph Lauren; and green suede driving loafers by New Republic.
WHERE HE SHOPS: “I’m 6-foot-3 and 225 pounds, so shopping in stores can be difficult. Stores that work for me are Macy’s and Jos A Bank. Otherwise, I tend to shop online.”
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FAVORITE DESIGNERS: Ralph Lauren and Cole Haan.
STYLE ICON: George Clooney.
MOST RECENT PURCHASE: Ralph Lauren suede boots, purchased on Amazon.
OLDEST ITEM IN HIS CLOSET: “A Harris tweed jacket that is at least 10 years old.”
GROOMING TIPS: “Keep your hair trimmed and your nails clipped. Always tuck in your shirt.”
BEST FOOT FORWARD: “I’ve been wearing a lot of driving loafers lately. Shoe trees and leather lotion are a must. Leather can get dried out and brittle, especially after it gets wet.”
FAVORITE COLOR: Blue.
FAVORITE FRAGRANCE: “I don’t wear cologne, although I do like the scent of peppermint and lavender.”
WORTH THE SPLURGE: “I’ve had my eye on a new Movado.”
NOT WORTH THE SPLURGE: “Anything with a giant label on it.”
WISH I HADN’T BOUGHT IT: “Penguin shoes that I bought for summer wear. I wear a size 13½ shoe and it was a struggle to put them on.”
GO-TO OUTFIT ON SATURDAY NIGHT: “You can’t go wrong with suede oxfords, dark jeans, a nice sweater and a great blazer.”
FAVORITE FASHION BLOGS: Esquire and GQ magazines and Looktastic.com
FASHION EVOLUTION: “For years, I stuck to blue shirts and khakis, stale and staid. About two years ago, I thought I ought to introduce some colors and textures into my wardrobe. I wanted to change things up. I’ve been having fun with my clothes ever since.”
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FASHION NO-NOS: “Wearing sweats in public. Going to a decent establishment and not wearing a jacket. One can do better.”
BEST FASHION SCORE: “Kenneth Cole suede boots, 70 percent off, online.”
ORGANIZATION TIPS: “I separate my sweaters by thickness and texture, the big ones together, the thinner cotton and merino sweaters together. Same thing with my jackets.”
BEST CELEBRITY HAIR: Rob Lowe.
THOUGHTS ON AGING: “As I’ve gotten older I’ve embraced a more classic style. I stopped wearing sneakers.”
INDISPENSABLE WARDROBE ITEM(S): “A good wool suit, preferably navy, a great pair of dress shoes and a hat that is not a ballcap.”
ACE ACCESSORIES: “A good watch, a class ring and my wedding band.”
BOW TIE OR STRAIGHT TIE? “Depends on the occasion. If we are talking formal wear, it’s got to be a bow tie.”
BELT OR SUSPENDERS? Belt.
DENIM, LEATHER OR TWEED? Tweed.
WHY FASHION IS IMPORTANT: “It’s a great way to express yourself. I would rather be overdressed than underdressed.”
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