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SN Style: Street smarts

February 27, 2007
International relations and political theory and constitutional democracy sophomore Scott Dyle describes his fashion style as European-sleek, slender and lean. Here, he sports an oxford shirt and corduroy blazer from J.Crew, GUESS jeans and Puma shoes. "I have like seven or eight pairs of Pumas," Dyle said.

Fashion-savvy male: Scott Dyle, international relations and political theory and constitutional democracy sophomore

Where we found him: Plucked right off Grand River Avenue

State News: How would you describe your style?

Scott Dyle: I've been told I have a very European style — sleek, slender and lean. I like items that accentuate longness. These pants make my legs look longer than they are, and I like Pumas because they're narrow. I have like seven or eight pairs.

SN: What are you wearing?

SD: The blazer is from J.Crew, Pumas are from the Puma Store at Somerset (Collection mall), the oxford shirt is from J.Crew and the pants are GUESS.

SN: What is the most cherished item you're wearing?

SD: Gotta be the shoes — that or my blazer. It's got that vintage, '70s-professor feel with the patches on it.

SN: What are your favorite stores?

SD: I like Urban (Outfitters), and I like wearing a lot of suits, so Brooks Brothers. They have a lot of cuff-link shirts. And Banana Republic — I love Banana because it's all made for skinny people and since that's what I am, it fits me best.

SN: Who are your greatest style influences?

SD: My sister. She's an automotive design major, and she has an eye for colors. That's probably where most of my influence comes from, her and one of my roommates. He wears vintage T-shirts, polos, blazers, track jackets. I studied at (University of) Cambridge a few summers ago, and all of the college students were always very trendy. Living in Europe, I love their style. Pretty much, I like looking good.

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