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Brian Campbell: suspended on Campbell Avenue, Roanoke

Brian campbell 400 full Name: Brian Campbell

Something you would never be caught wearing? : “Crocs.”

What’s this outfit’s signature piece? : “My suspenders.”

Where to get it: H&M

Occupation: Kindergarten teacher

Age: 30

Location: Campbell Avenue, Roanoke

Date: Friday June 7, 2013

Time: 7:14pm

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What caught my eye: Brian was defiantly on point with summer trends. Plaid shirts have been very popular the last couple years for summer wear, and chinos like his gray ones here have really taken over jeans for the warm months. The suspenders and his bracelets were great details tying the whole look together.Brian campbell 400 midBrian campbell 400 accessories

Virginia Tech graduation 2013 Street Style Gallery

Roderick Howthorne and Nicole Harris 400Many of you have commenting, wondering where the street style photos I took at Virginia Tech’s Graduation ended up.

Head over to the special gallery for those great looks by clicking here!

Here’s a belated congratulations to all the graduates from around the area.

Caley Sink & Rosey Richardson: one well-matched couple, Williamson Road, Roanoke

caley and Rosie full 400 Name: Caley Sink and Rosey Richardson

What’s this outfit’s signature piece?

Caley: “My Allen Edmond shoes and APC jeans that I’ve had for years. I just keep patching them up and breaking them in some more.”

Rosey: “My purse, it was a gift from my grandmother.”

Occupation: Caley, financial broker/works in retail; Rosey, flower enthusiast

Age: Caley, 33; Rosey, 23

Location: Williamson Road, Roanoke

Date: Thursday, May 16, 2013

Time: 4:16 p.m.

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What caught my eye: Caley and Rosey looked like a music duo, taking a casual stroll after sound checks before their show. I’m pretty certain they aren’t in a caley shoes 400band but their style was impeccable and favored each other so well.

This was one of those street style moments that make me really love my job.caley and rosie close up 1 - 400caley and rosie close up 2 400

Matt Nulf: Bowtie Tuesday, Salem Avenue, Roanoke

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Name: Matt Nulf

Something you would never be caught wearing? “Anything with Velcro on it, especially shoes.”

What’s this outfit’s signature piece? ” Its Bowtie Tuesday at the bank, so it’s my tie for sure.”

Where to get it: Macy’s

Occupation: Loan sales specialist at Member One

Age: 28

Location: Salem Avenue, Roanoke

Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Time: 12:12 p.m.

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What caught my eye: This is what I have once called the “prep uniform.” It’s a good go-to look that almost every guy can pull off. The pink flamingos on the bowtie and matching gingham pocket square is really the centerpiece of this look. matt nulf 400 pocket matt nulf 400 head

Waqar Shah: influences by stylish friends, Kent Street, Blacksburg

Waqar full 400 Name: Waqar Shah

Who influences your personal style? ” My friends Nathan and Ian are big influences. Nathan really got me into thrifting and Ian has taught me to have a cleaner look.”

What’s this outfit’s signature piece? “My scarf, I found it at the Goodwill.”

Occupation: Forestry student at Virginia Tech

Age: 21

Location: Kent Street, Blacksburg

Date: Saturday, April 27, 2013

Time: 12:47 p.m.

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What caught my eye: Waqar’s outfit looks very similar to something I wear quite often, casual but still chic and masculine. I like that a Style Street alum — Nathan Skylar Friedlander from 2011 — is one of his style influences. A plus for this outfit.  Waqar shoes 400waqar headshot 400

Fitzroy Montgomery: individual style sense, Market Street, Roanoke

Fitzroy 400 full Name: Fitzroy Montgomery

Accessory you never leave home without? “My wallet chain.”

What’s this outfit’s signature piece? “My hat, it was a gift from my mother.”

Occupation: Cosmetology student and aspiring fashion designer

Age: 24

Location: Market Street, Roanoke

Date: Friday, April 26, 2013

Time: 5:36 p.m.

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What caught my eye: I’m not sure I can put Fitzroy into any set style or trend, I think it’s safe to say he has great individual style. Fitzroy was a welcomed find.Fitzroy 400 coat back

Christian Falyar: vested up, Campbell Avenue, Roanoke

Christian full 400Name: Christian Falyar

How would you describe your style? “My kids say I dress like Simon Baker in ‘The Mentalist.’”

What’s this outfit’s signature piece? “My vest.”

Where to get it: Banana Republic

Occupation: Assistant director of doctoral education at VCU’s School of Allied Health Professions

Age: 45

Location: Campbell Avenue, Roanoke

Date: Friday, April 19, 2013

Time: 1:11 p.m.

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What caught my eye: Most vest wearers I see around our area seem to be going for more of a contemporary look. Christian looked very sophisticated in this tweed vest, tie and navy slacks. Christian head 400

Dan Estabrook: punk vs. geek style, Kirk Avenue, Roanoke

dan full 400Name: Dan Estabrook

What influences your personal style? “Definitely … 19th century dandyism, but a little punk rock, so the styles fight each other. It’s like punk vs. geek. “

What’s this outfit’s signature piece? “The coat.”

Where to get it: Amarcord Vintage Fashion in Williamsburg (Brooklyn, New York)

Occupation: Artist-in-residence at Hollins University

Age: 44

Location: Kirk Avenue, Roanoke

Date: Saturday, March 16, 2013

Time: 4:46 p.m.

What caught my eye: Well-dressed men are hard to find in Roanoke, at least when I’m feeling picky. Dan had that well put-together casual look I dig — the kind of casual when men no longer keep baggy pants and T-shirts in the closet as much as dress shoes, button-downs and sport coats. dan full shoes 400 dan 400 head

 

Onzlee Ware: one dapper delegate, Jefferson Street, Roanoke

Onzlee full 400 finalName: Onzlee Ware

How would you describe your personal style? “Unique, not quite radical but not a follower either. I think first impressions are a lasting one and you should dress with that in mind.”

What’s this outfit’s signature piece? “My shoes and tie.”

Where to get it: “Shoes are from Davidson’s and the tie is from Macy’s.”

Occupation: Attorney/member of the Virginia House of Delegates, 11th District

Age: 59

Location: Jefferson Street, Roanoke

Date: Friday, March 8, 2013

Time: 4 p.m.

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What caught my eye: Onzlee is a dapper gentleman, with the style of a bygone era.

Although he was missing a pocket squareOnzlee head 400 final, his well-fitted suit made up for this minor detail that I would usually harp over.

He topped his look off with a full-brimmed fedora — icing on the cake with this clean fashion statement.

Chris Dodd: ‘Mad Men’-inspired style, Kirk Avenue, Roanoke

chris dodd full 400Name:  Chris Dodd

How would you describe your personal style? “Kind of like ‘Mad Men’ style, I like Joel McHale, I’d call it old-school men’s fashion.”

What’s this outfit’s signature piece? “My pocket square.”

Where to get it: Express

Occupation: Account executive at Neathawk Dubuque and Packett

Age: 28

Location: Kirk Avenue, Roanoke

Date: Monday March 4, 2013

Time: 2:25 p.m.

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What caught my eye: Modern but not too slim, very appropriate work attire happening here.

Chris is following a few of my men’s style rules as well — always pair your suit coat or sports coat with something in the pocket, and pop the coat collar when it’s cold and you’re short a scarf to keep your neck warm.chris dodd close up 400

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

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Forget showery; it’s a rainy Tuesday

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About this blog

Welcome to The Roanoke Times' Style Street blog where I, David Verde, will share my street fashion finds from around Southwest Virginia.

How do I do it? I go on a walk with my camera, and when I find people I think look stylish or unique, I stop them and ask if I can take their picture. Although people can be hesitant, nervous and sometimes blush, most say yes.

I make regular visits to Lexington, Blacksburg, Roanoke, Radford, Lynchburg and Friday night jamborees in Floyd. If you see me out, feel free to say hi and pose.


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