Smart-Casual VS High-Low Dressing | Kirby Allison

In this video Kirby Allison and Jonathan Sigmon, from Alan Flusser, discuss high-low dressing and how to make sure that your outfit accessories coordinate properly.

High-low dressing is the deliberate mixing of smart with casual. Rather than smart-casual dressing, which is about clothes that fit into both categories. Jonathan and Kirby are both wearing what we would consider to be Alternative Blazers and Jonathan does a wonderful job at demonstrating the difference between smart-casual dressing and high-low dressing.

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[aaronsung]

Light wash jeans are too much difference of formality even with a casual blazer, for me.
Dark jean would work better here i think.

[ljr]

I'm sure it's a lovely jacket but I can't get Miami Vice out of my head with that look. would never do it.

[amosdamon]

I can see myself going to Alan for these more casual slack jacket and blazer options. Once you have enough of the standard stuff, it’s hard to find interesting designs that aren’t just a variance on fabric or lapel sizes/styles. I love that they have a bit of focus on that aside from the more standard commissions. Thanks as always for sharing, sir!

[jeykneeko_]

I have a 70/30 wool/mohair navy sport coat with silver buttons and it’s so versatile. Warm and breathable and so easy to dress up or down.

[AstepAbove]

Very well done Mr. Allison. I've always been interested in incorporating a green sport coat into my wardrobe. Appreciate the tip. Cheers.

[aaronallen]

Kirby, your coats lapel is extremely large. The notch is low. Curious if your coat is an older or a vintage piece? It was great to hear about the famous green coat. He wears it often, and flys from NY with it. The fabric is gorgeous. I would love an electric blue version with nickel buttons. One day.

[bheinatz]

Mom jeans?! 😆

That belt is fire, though 🔥🔥🔥. John Lobb, I believe. The jacket was pretty cool too; I'd sport that.

[shaunyip]

Kirby, I admire your understated ensemble here. The alternative green coat ensemble has a 'LOOK AT ME' feel, which does not come together in a cohesive and pleasing manner to the eye. In my lowly opinion, that is dressing for attention rather than dressing well for oneself. I know which I option I prefer.

[rolle]

This is good. Really good. Hats off to Jonathan and his sense of style!

[robertlasich]

That yellow pocket square is a beauty.

[johnp]

Good stuff Kirby, when I go to these company mandated "corporate casual" events I still want to outdress.

[ilzephyrli]

In love with his outfit. Reminds me of Gant Rugger's aesthetic. I miss working for that company.

[lsshvs]

I always think that the absence of a collar looks very off with a jacket on.

[crisyorke]

I do dress somewhat like Jonathan does. An overcoat or a blazer on sweater or silk shirt (off formality) with Stefano Ricci croc belt and dark blue jean with brogue shoes.

I think Jonathan looks great. I guess it's all personal taste, but I like the jeans. he has with his outfit. And he just looks comfortable in his own skin. I think that makes a world of difference.

[keithmesmer]

So let me ask this: if you have a traditional blue blazer with brass buttons, do you still have to ‘match metals’? In other words, does your watch and belt buckle also have to be yellow in color to match the brass buttons?

[rogerhuston]

I really wish they would take their trunk show out west. I think these alternative jackets would be a big hit with the tech crowd. People are always looking for pieces they can dress up and down.

[Iberian]

I love earthy or dark greens. Its the new black, but more versatile.

[adamr]

I was thinking the exact same, the jeans are too light and doesn't pair well with the jacket.

[pashar]

As always quality content.
Great music at the tail end of video. Would you mind sharing the name of the artist and track?