"Your new name is Buster"

"Chops Buster. Ms. Chops Buster." - Lyle

Lyle is the second otter character I've referenced for these outfit inspirations. He is in charge of the Happy Home Academy, which has the primary job of rating the player's home based on the decor or theme of each room. Every morning the HHA "crew" will evaluate and tabulate the player's score, which they can try to improve by changing out furniture, completing sets, or following feng shui guidelines. Oh, and Lyle also says "Bang" a lot.

Photo credit: Jennifer from sosotris.com

I wanted an outfit inspired by Lyle to be the most professional-looking out of the Happy Home Academy employees. Since he is in charge of the HHA, I wanted this outfit to be ready for business and fit for the office.

• Shirt (Hotouch): I chose to start things off simple with a white button-down shirt.
• Sweater (Maison Margiela): I decided to use a cardigan in this outfit instead of a heavier blazer like the one Lyle wears in order to keep the outfit softer. Plus, I don't think I could pull off a red blazer in the without it making me look like Ronald McDonald's wife (especially paired with the yellow bow I'll be mentioning soon), so my reasons for picking a cardigan are somewhat selfish as well. 
• Pants (Winser London): I liked these pants because I think they keep the outfit from getting too stuffy. Even though this is an office look, I still wanted it to feel kind of fun, and I think that trousers with a wide leg accomplishes that.
• Socks (Hue): Some argyle socks are a cute pairing with this outfit just because it keeps with the idea that this is a "business" look from head to toe, but it still isn't too serious. 
• Shoes (Sebago): I wanted to use boat shoes in this outfit instead of oxfords or a high heel because I think it fits more with Lyle's personality - simple but effective.
• Glasses (Eyebuydirect): These glasses are pretty big, but not quite as large or squared off as Lyle's. 
• Bow (eBay): I really liked the idea of using a bow tie instead of a standard necktie in this outfit. It's another thing that keeps the overall look lighthearted. Even if it makes me sound dorky, I love Japanese school uniform bows. They are definitely more suited for actual students than for cases like this, but I wanted to give it a shot here anyway!
• Watch (Fitbit): A smart watch paired with an iPad makes a lot of sense for a guy like Lyle. He needs to keep track of his appointments and all the scores the HHA has compiled for him. A smart watch means that it'd be easier to keep tabs on things even if the wearer is away for their tablet. 
• Earrings (Bling Jewelry): These simple stud earrings are meant to mimic the buttons on Lyle's jacket.
• Bag (Rapport London): A briefcase or messenger bag could work with this outfit, but it needs to stay on the professional side. This bag looks sleek, professional, and expensive, and I think fits Lyle's personality well. 
• Tablet (Apple): As I mentioned with the smart watch, this iPad is going to be useful in keeping track of any kind of HHA or other business data that the wearer could possibly need!

Bang.


Talk to you all soon!