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Sidewalk Style: Confidently Colorblind

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We’ve seen Charles on the street before, and he stood out for good reason: expertly tailored clothes and occasional dashes of confident color.

By Rachel Cothran   Published Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Charles Kimberly, 27
Freelance interpreter

What he’s wearing:
“Everything’s pretty much Ralph Lauren,” he says, and almost all of it is from eBay. (He also lists Filene’s Basement as another spot for snagging steals.) “I get it for a third of the price.” He’s wearing a Purple Label jacket, and his pants, shirt, tie are Polo. His glasses are Prada, the argyle socks are Brooks Brothers, and the shoes are Stubbs & Wooten.

What would you like to add to your closet?
“A light tan-and-black jacket in silk houndstooth from Ralph Lauren.”

What’s in the bags?
“I’m actually taking a bunch of stuff to get tailored. I’ve had some bad experiences at a few tailors here, so I’m just going to the Ralph Lauren store later on today.”

Comments

With that personality of yours...anything looks good on you...can´t deny you´ve been around and not shy at all to show what you like...You´ve got intelligence and a special charm!!! Bless you!

Posted by: Maritza, Apr 17, 2009 06:53:42 AM

The US government should pay you for decorating the street of the nation’s capital with your presence. Very elegant style for a young professional.

Posted by: Prepucio, Apr 15, 2009 07:48:00 PM

charlie’s my cousin...long lost of course...haven’t seen him, his brother, or dad in YEARS. but he looks the exact same as I remember him when he visited from venezuala! how cute!

Posted by: nikki (blake) brown, Apr 15, 2009 05:17:28 PM

With that smile,anything goes! He’s anazing!

Posted by: Kitty, Apr 15, 2009 11:25:18 AM

You looks pretty good with that combo. I very proud of you.

Posted by: Rafael, Apr 15, 2009 05:51:43 AM

... and on top of all that he is just a really cool hard working guy!
Style and character! What an amazing combo!!!

Posted by: Jane, Apr 14, 2009 09:45:57 PM

PINK ON THE STREETS OF DC. I LOVE IT! CHARLES, YOU’RE GORGEOUS HONEY! MARRY ME...WHAT DO YOU THINK OF PURPLE FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY TUX?

Posted by: Your Jewish Wife, Apr 14, 2009 09:29:31 PM

OK, so I know I don’t dress great, but to rub it in my face like that?

I didn’t even know men could wear that color and get away with it!

I hope he’s not overcompensating...

Sartorially Challenged,

In Awe

Posted by: In Awe, Apr 14, 2009 06:40:10 PM

I’ve seen this guy walking around a few times before and he has always impressed me. Keep it up Charles!.

Posted by: Michelle, Apr 14, 2009 06:10:58 PM

I’ve seen this guy walking around a few times before and he always impresses me. Keep it up, Charles!

Posted by: Michelle, Apr 14, 2009 06:08:38 PM

I have seen him around the streets of DC before too, and I have seen the way women stop and stare (and even take pictures sometimes!). He’s a living challenge to all men to improve our style or perish in mundane obscurity.

Posted by: Nicholas, Apr 14, 2009 06:00:48 PM

Pretty hot for a colorblind guy, ok, for any guy! Lots of effort must go into his planning...I wonder if he has anyone helping him!

Posted by: Sarah, Apr 14, 2009 05:34:22 PM

This guy must be a spoken language interpreter because no sign language interpreter could get away with that! I do love the outfit though, not just the jacket but the shirt and tie too. Way to go!

Posted by: Meredith, Apr 14, 2009 07:10:30 AM

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