IAMGALLA

Adam Gallagher's sense of style will never leave you uninspired. Currently residing in New York, this menswear blogger has blended west coast cool with east coast swagger to create envious ready-to-wear style. All of which can be found on Gallagher's personal style blog, IAMGALLA.

From humble beginnings to full fledged campaigns, Gallagher's influence spread fast. Taking over platforms such as lookbook.nu and recently reaching 1 million followers Instagram, the possibilities of where his many collaborations will take him next are endless.

Take a look below at a few recent looks from IAMGALLA. Sharp, attainable style and an eye for pairing propelled Gallagher's career, and it seems he's still applying this recipe for success.

BODA SKINS | The Rider, $764.46

Try this similar vest: G-Star Raw | Hooded Quilted Vest, $280

Express | Top coat, $194.60

I love Adam Gallagher's style! What do you think?
Who are some of your favorite male style bloggers? 

xo | din

photo credit: iamgalla, boda skins

[ DAPPER ]

It should come as no surprise that men's fashion is extending further than the city limits of NYC, the "go to be seen" venues, and our favorite musicians. In fact, it doesn't take an ESPY awards show to showcase these style conscious fellas. No longer will their credit belong to athletic ability alone, but athletes-- and men across the board-- have truly stepped their game up when it comes fashion forward menswear. From tailored suits to sweet accessories, and risk-taking pattern blending, these men are dapper.

Keep up with the code to get the break down of how you, or someone you love, can vamp up a wardrobe. Yes! Menswear coming soon to the blog. Folks will be taking a double take at your elevated style-- including me. (Just hopefully not whilst driving my new car..)

xo | din

photos | Balenciaga, code name: drédin, Getty Images, GQ, What's He Wearing

Don't Forget To Phone When You Arrive To Chicago

There are some moments in life when the connection to another person is vivid. It's like an "I'm meant to know you" or "You're meant to be in my life" kind of feeling. I've been blessed to have this experience with a few people, and I'm sure many reading this have as well. It's not to be confused with the romantic destiny feeling, although those individuals and experiences can also fit into this type of connection.

In one instance, for reasons unbeknownst to me, I was drawn to a new colleague. It was a "you're meant to be in my life" type of feeling that sparked a curiosity. Now I like to attribute it to their heart for the Lord, but at the time I didn't know the "why". So, like any new beginning that I know is meant to be, I began to stalk my new friend. Actually, I'd like to say I was curiously discovering.

As we created a friendship, I soon had someone who put a smile on my face the second I saw them. It's like turning on a light switch-- instantaneous.

So, what do I do now that my friend has moved (to my favorite city nonetheless!)? Move, too? No; it's too cold there. Fortunately for me, friendships span the globe, and this one is no different. It's a blessing that I intend to continue to pour into, because it has poured into me.

For all of us, I hope these moments of connection are not few, but multiple. This is what makes living worthwhile! And we should remember that wherever life takes us--work, school, travel, love-- connections can remain just as vivid as we first experienced. All it takes is communication.

So, my friend, I'm looking forward to visiting, but until then: Don't forget to phone when you arrive to Chicago.

xo | din

[ din wears ]

tee | Abound

skirt | H&M

suspenders | H&M

boots | Fergalicious 

[ Stephen wears ]

jacket | Levi's 

shirt | American Rag

boots | Sonoma

"a" tee | Ecko

jeans | Lucky Brand

belt | Kenneth Cole

beanie | Target

photos | Reflection Photography by Chrystalain 

[ Let's Hear It for the Boy ]

So, I'm kinda fangirling over Men's fall fashion. Although we are in preview season for what's in store for spring, I've been revisiting the shows from the Fall 2013 runway. Men's layers will take them from distinguished office wear to I make this look good happy hour. [The gentlemen of Washington, DC just perked up..]

Below I've compiled a few casual, business, and outwear looks from leading menswear designers. [You can deCODE the designer by hovering over the image.]

Be sure to check back for my men's fashion deCODE. I'll show you how to get these Fall 2013 Ready-To-Wear runway looks to walk directly into your wardrobe!

xo | din

photo courtesy | GQ.com