Csquared Menswear

For Immediate Release

CSquared is South Africa’s most cutting-edge men’s formalwear brand.

So, naturally one of the stories of this season was inspired by the visual extravaganza that is the biggest film of the year - The Great Gastby. 

For this story you’ll notice a focus on luxe fabrics, rich ornate textures and detailed tailoring that reflects the hedonism, glitz and excess of the period. The look is kept modern and current with the signature slim CSquared italian fit and quirky ontrend details. 

Wayne Govender, Designer for CSquared Menswear has this to say: “If you are fascinated by the glamorous costumes that evoke the Roaring Twenties, this season’s CSquared collection will help you translate and incorporate this iconic style into everyday life. 

What’s the fool-proof way to crack this style? Balance the nostalgic look by pairing with these five items: 

1. The Ltd Edition CSquared Felt Poor-Boy 
2. The Luxe All White Suit 
3. Colorful Suspenders 
4. A lightweight three piece suit 
5. A Bowtie and Silk handkerchief combo.

Let these CSquared must-haves transport your wardrobe to the magical, suave excess world of The Great Gatsby.

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Items available at CSquared Flagship Store, Canal Walk 554 UL and Markham & Stuttafords Stores Nationwide.

For a stockist near you, visit http://csquared.co.za/stockists

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For immediate release.

The much anticipated film The Great Gatsby starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Carey Mulligan will enjoy its South Africa premiere in Ster-Kinekor Theatres nationwide this Friday, 17th of May 2013 - and CSquared Menswear has teamed up with Ster-Kinekor to create a night of VIP fun, fashion, film to celebrate the opulent hedonism that is all very Gatsby.

The first by-invitation-only film screening event will be this Friday at Cavendish shopping centre in Cape Town attended by the who’s who of entertainment and fashion industry dressed up to the glamorous and debonair 20s theme. 

CSquared will also unveil a special capsule lookbook from the CSquared Winter 2013 collection that will be inspired by The Great Gatsby ‘s iconic yet dapper menswear looks.

We are giving away 10 DOUBLE Tickets to social media fans of CSquared Menswear in Cape Town Area.

 To stand a chance to attend this glamorous film event with your partner, simply:

1. Like The CSquared Facebook Page here. or Follow CSquaredSA on twitter
2. Write on our FB wall or Tweet @CSquaredSA #TheGreatGatsby

Q: What color iconic suit does the main character Gatsby wear.

Winners to be announced on Friday 17th May 2013 morning!

ts & cs apply.

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Subscribe to Csquared Menswear by Email and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter at @CsquaredSA for more stylin’ daily updates.

CSquared’s 2013 Winter Collection is available at CSquared FlagShip Store in Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Stuttafords & Markham stores nationwide.

Shop CSquared ONLINE at South Africa’s ultimate online shopping and style destination for men, Style36, and online retailer of international and local fashion brands Zando.com

Since this midweek is usually a slooow.. hump day.

We here at the CSquared office have decided to start “midweek music style” with the hashtag #MMS to let you know what tunes we jamming to and what suave n slick #LOTD (look of the day) we’re thinking of.

Today.. we’re playing canadian crooner and hands-down Lady killer

The Weekend - Wicked Games.

Music Style: Ruby Et Noir

Nail the sex appeal of the song and picture yourself being the ultimate smooth operator in

CSquared Black and White checked jacket | R1895

CSquared Lightweight Scarf | R250

CSquared 100% Silk Polka Dot Pocket Square | R150

Have a MMS suggestion? We’ll come up with a look for your groove.

In this month’s May 2013 issue of Men’s Health magazine, the CSquared Tweed Coat was featured in editorial as an important piece of wardrobe staples.

The #StylePoint emphasised the more pared down color trends for Winter 2013 and how to get noticed: 

You don’t need bright colours to get noticed - add some texture with tweed and you’ll a sophisticated impression.

Its timeless feel will make you memorable on a date or at the office. You’ll thank us later.

CSquared Tweed Winter Coat - R1999 

Available from CSquared Flagship Store at Canal Walk Shopping Centre.

Read more in this month’s Men’s Health Magazine on news stands now.

Check out more Coats from CSquared’s 2013 Winter Collection here.

Want useful tips on how to invest in and buy the perfect winter coat? Read our winter coat style guide here.

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Subscribe to Csquared Menswear by Email and Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter at @CsquaredSA for more stylin’ daily updates.

CSquared’s 2013 Winter Collection is available at CSquared FlagShip Store in Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Stuttafords & Markham stores nationwide.

Shop CSquared ONLINE at South Africa’s ultimate online shopping and style destination for men, Style36, and online retailer of international and local fashion brands Zando.com

CSquared 100% Silk Pocket Squares - R150 from

Avail from CSquared Flagship Store in Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Cape Town.

Avail Online at 36style and Zando.co.za.

Looks super dapper n clean with CSquared oxblood suit.

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CSquared Emerald & Navy Check Jacket | R1895

CSquared Navy Satin Bowtie                    | R150

CSquared Print Scarf                                | R250

White Shirt                                                | R650

Use accessories like this baroque print CSquared scarf to add slick sophistication to your outfit while keeping warm.

Wearing a scarf with a formal shirt also hides a heavier stomach area when it hangs infront.

Don’t be afraid of wearing print scarf with a print jacket together as long as the print shares 1 similar color. As you can see the scarf peeking through under the lapels gives the outfit a luxurious 20’s dapper feel.

The styling is classic, yet still looks on-trend and modern with the edgy baroque printed scarf.

Checkout more style points here.

More of CSquared’s 2013 Winter Tailored Collection Here

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Subscribe to Csquared Menswear by Email and stay tuned to Csquared’s Facebook or follow us on Twitter at @CsquaredSA for more stylin’ daily updates.

Csquared Menswear is stocked at selected boutiques and premier Stuttafords and Markham stores nationwide. 

CSquared Winter Collection 2013 is available at CSquared FlagShip Store in Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Stuttafords & Markham stores nationwide. 

Shop CSquared ONLINE at South Africa’s ultimate online shopping and style destination for men, ThirtySixMan, and online retailer of international and local fashion brands Zando.com

Winter is certainly upon us, and gone are the summer brights and light-weight jackets as the lux wools, felt & warm colors flood the stores.

A huge trend for Autumn/Winter 2013 for menswear is the oxblood suit.

The oxblood suit is also one of star pieces in the CSquared Winter/Autumn 2013 collection in stores now.

CSquared Oxblood Jacket - R1600

- Exclusively Available from CSquared Flagship Store & Selected Markham & Stuttafords Outlets

CSquared Pocket Square | 100% Silk | R199

There Will Be Oxblood

Definition of oxblood - Some okes don’t see the difference between purple and oxblood and mauve. SMH..

Here is the DL on that, oxblood is a sophisticated mixture of red and brown without the purple undertone.

It is essentially a warm color and suits almost every skin-tone, and is especially flattering for darker skin tones.

Kenneth Cole, Fall/Winter 2013 NYFW

Bespoken

Must Have Color For Winter

Oxblood suit trend was seen on top-rated menswear show at Milan Fashion Week Fall 2013 such as Gucci, Prada, Jil Sander.

Also super buck pieces seen at Hermes & Burberry.

Hermes Menswear, Fall/Winter 2013

Burberry Prorsum, Fall Winter 2013 

How To Wear Oxblood - Style ideas

The color is something that you can go from work to play and is a great way to still wear color in Winter while still keeping your look dark, broody and sophisticated.

Wear the complete suit with a crisp button up white shirt for a clean, unfettered look for work or formal functions.

Prada, Fall/Winter 2013

The suit also transitions well into the night for a glamorous, high fashion & super sophisticated night look:

Dolce & Gabbana

Pair with a CSquared scarf & gold/mustard pocket square for sharp italian panache.

CSquared Oxblood Suit Jacket - R1600 | Silk Pocket Square - R199

CSquared Scarf - R250 - Avail Exclusively at CSquared Flagship Store

Wear with brown oxfords for formal look…

Or for casual weekends, wear the oxblood pants with a grey y-neck tee and brown ankle boots with the pants tucked-in.

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Explore more CSquared Menswear and our style tips/ inspiration here.

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Subscribe to Csquared Menswear by Email and stay tuned to Csquared’s Facebook or follow us on Twitter at @CsquaredSA for more stylin’ daily updates.

Csquared Menswear is stocked at selected boutiques and premier Stuttafords and Markham stores nationwide. 

CSquared Winter Collection 2013 is available at CSquared FlagShip Store in Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Stuttafords & Markham stores nationwide. 

Shop CSquared ONLINE at South Africa’s ultimate online shopping and style destination for men, ThirtySixMan, and online retailer of international and local fashion brands Zando.com

Red Blue and Black bowties and opulent baroque-print Scarves… Affordable, Cool preppy yet classic essentials to accessorise this winter.

Choose a scarf that is light weight so it’s versatile. Drape the scarf with a bow tie for added movement and casual flair to your look. 

Borrow from Italian style and throw the scarf in a loop revealing the bow ties for aristocratic elegance to your look.

Assorted CSquared Scarves - R250

CSquared Bow ties in Navy, Red, Black & Checkered Bowties - R150

CSquared White Shirt - R650

CSquared Deep Indigo Leather Oxfords Shoes - R 2495

Avail at CSquared Flagship Store in Canal Walk and selected Markham & Stuttafords retailers nationwide. Ask for CSquared*

Now time to live epic, ball hard and enjoy your weekend folks!

Tweet us your outfits and how you rock CSquared pieces.

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Subscribe to Csquared Menswear by Email and stay tuned to Csquared’s Facebook or follow us on Twitter at @CsquaredSA for more stylin’ daily updates.

Csquared Menswear is stocked at selected boutiques and premier Stuttafords and Markham stores nationwide. 

CSquared Winter Collection 2013 is available at CSquared FlagShip Store in Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Stuttafords & Markham stores nationwide. 

Shop CSquared ONLINE at South Africa’s ultimate online shopping and style destination for men, ThirtySixMan, and online retailer of international and local fashion brands Zando.com

Get suave and treated VIP style by Peroni South Africa for the Jazz Fest Weekend in Cape Town & Stand a Chance to get Styled by Csquared with R6000 worth of Tailored Elegance. hurry, entries close today! 

http://bit.ly/AmiciPeroni

Tired of the color blocking and neon brights of the last season?

Well, luckily menswear trends have taken a sartorially stylin’ turn toward clean cut fabrics and graphic sharp tailoring as seen on the 2013 Autumn/Winter Milan & London Fashion Week runways.

Monochromatic color, greys and luxury neutrals were a prominent trend on the runways; with an emphasis on interesting cut and styling for a very modern update.

Yes, yes we know… these trends will only kick in later this year, but we here at CSquared like to be ahead of the pack and get you ready on how to wear these trends.

IS COLOR COMPLETELY OUT? 

Gauche highlighter shades of last season are replaced by slick black, white, slate, chrome & grey ensembles. Colour is not necessarily out but minimalism is seeping through as seen at Kris Van Assche, Gucci & Neil Barrett.

A certain kind of grey was trending across the runways - Classic Grey. Looking at the photos, enough said. Understated, elegant and sleek restraint underpin this cool and masculine trend. The classic grey trend has some of the most wearable looks this season both for work & play.

HOW TO WEAR MONOCHROMATIC WITHOUT LOOKING DRAB?

You might be scratching your head thinking.. really??! It’s so easy to look boring and corporate in simply Grey black and white?

What if I can’t pull off minimalism and look like an 80’s salesman?

There are style tips that will keep those fears at bay. 

As a bold stylin’ guy, you don’t ever want to look and feel like a stiff boardroom backdrop or straight out of a Tim Burton movie. And since most of our wardrobes are still drenched in multi-color items from seasons before, it might be hard for you to let go of those colourful accessories or statement items that you finally plucked up the courage to buy and invest in.

SOCKS

Do ease into the monochromatic trend by wearing only one item of color, in one place. Colourful and wildly patterned socks are the funkiest, easiest and fool-proof way to score statement style points while keeping the rest of the outfit classic & clean.

Image| Art Love Allister

GQ Japan

CSquared at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Joburg 2012 | SDR Photo

ACCESSORIES

Wear classic greys, all white & neutrals with a loud pocket square, unexpected skinny belt, colourful shoe laces, contrast soles or pop of bright brogues for a flash of youthful defiance & mischievousness a la Nick Wooster. For the CSquared guide on how to wear the all white suit (year-round trend for 2013) click here.

Nick Wooster Street Style

Nick Wooster in Paris

Head to Toe Monochromatic with Grey brogues & contrast soles.

Lanvin A/W 2013/14 Milan Fashion Week

CSquared Jacket - R1800, Trousers - R800

CSquared Suede Color Brogues: Csquared Brogues, CLICK TO SEE SALE NOW Was R899 Now R695- Avail CSquared Flagship Store.

Wondering on how to buy and wear colourful shoes? Check out CSquared’s how to guide here.

Click here to read more on CSquared’s style advice, latest cutting edge inspiration .

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SHOP CSQUARED SALE - ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT GET TO OUR CSQUARED FLAGSHIP STORE NOW!

Csquared Menswear is stocked at selected boutiques and premier Stuttafords and Markham stores nationwide. 

CSquared Mediterranean Resort Summer Collection 2012 is available at HOM Menswear (CANAL WALK, CAPE TOWN), Stuttafords & Markham stores nationwide. 

Shop CSquared ONLINE at South Africa’s ultimate online shopping and style destination for men, ThirtySixMan, and online retailer of international and local fashion brands Zando.com

One can’t think of Valentine’s day without thinking of red roses, suave n sweet pick-up lines, iconic red bow ties, some sexy situations and mayyyybe a stomp n groove to Florence and the Machine’s hit tune… “you’ve got the love… YOU’VE got the loooove!”

Well…even if you ain’t that lucky this year, CSquared is celebrating V-day by giving YOU all up 50% off latest selected stock.

SALE is at the new official CSquared HOM Menswear store located at:

Shop 554, Upper Level, Canal Walk, Century City, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape

021 555 1905

CSquared HOM Menswear Store - VDay Window Display.

Enjoy our wide range of exclusive and luxurious Italian-designed bow ties, pocket squares, accessories & shirts - with selected ONCE-OFF designs only available at CSquared’s HOM Menswear Store in Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Cape Town.

Bradley Cooper in GQ US.

50’s menswear with red Bow tie is decadent yet refined class.

Get Checked out in CSquared’s signature Summer 2013 Collection Shirt.

CSquared Colored Chino’s | Sunglasses

Belt | Pocket Squared 

Ltd Edition Checkered Bow Tie | Cotton Shirt  - ALL AVAIL AT HOM MENSWEAR STORE

SALE: Accessories from R175 and Shirts from R450.

*Stocks are limited, offers while stocks last. 

Got a hot date on Vday? Or you want tips on how to rock the singles vibe looking slick? - Fire your style questions and outfit ideas at us on Twitter @CSquaredSA

Not in Cape Town? Go to our stockists list to find a CSquared Store near you.

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Subscribe to Csquared Menswear by Email and stay tuned to Csquared’s Facebook or follow us on Twitter at @CsquaredSA for more stylin’ daily updates.

Csquared Menswear is stocked at selected boutiques and premier Stuttafords and Markham stores nationwide. 

CSquared Mediterranean Resort Summer Collection 2012 is available at HOM Menswear (CANAL WALK, CAPE TOWN), Stuttafords & Markham stores nationwide. 

Shop CSquared ONLINE at South Africa’s ultimate online shopping and style destination for men, ThirtySixMan, and online retailer of international and local fashion brands Zando.com