Alright, let’s talk about this “jfk style” thing I messed around with today. I saw it floating around online and figured, why not give it a shot? You know, see what the fuss is all about.
First off, I had to actually figure out what “jfk style” even meant. Turns out, it’s basically a certain way of dressing – think clean lines, preppy, maybe a touch of classic Americana. So, I dug around in my closet. Didn’t have much that screamed “Kennedy,” but I tried to work with what I had.
I started with a navy blazer I’ve had for ages. It’s pretty versatile. Threw on a crisp white button-down shirt underneath. Now, this is where I started to sweat. Pants. I didn’t own any khakis that weren’t, well, let’s just say “relaxed fit.” Scrounged around and found a pair of grey chinos that were passable. Not perfect, but they’d do.
Shoes were another hurdle. No loafers lying around. Ended up going with some dark brown leather dress shoes I usually wear to the office. They’re not exactly yacht club material, but they’re respectable.
Accessories? Kept it simple. My everyday watch, a plain leather belt. Considered a tie, but it felt a bit too formal for what I was going for. Maybe if I had a knitted one, that would’ve worked. But I didn’t.
So, I put it all together. Stood in front of the mirror. Took a deep breath. And… it was alright. Definitely not a perfect “jfk style” recreation. More like “jfk style” inspired. But it wasn’t a disaster either.
The biggest takeaway? Fit is everything. My blazer could use some tailoring, the chinos were a bit too baggy, and the shoes… well, they were just my office shoes. But overall, I think I got the general idea across. It felt a little more put-together than my usual jeans-and-t-shirt look, which is always a plus.
Would I rock this look on the regular? Probably not. It’s a bit too…preppy for my everyday style. But it was a fun experiment. Maybe I’ll invest in some actual loafers and a better-fitting pair of khakis down the road. You never know.
