…an Isaia blazer! And the best place to start looking is Saks Men’s Store! This was one of my client’s first Isaia’s jackets….and now he’s hooked! Isaia jackets normally run anywhere from $3,500 to $about $6,000 ~ right now, they’re on sale and the selection is pretty good so click quickly!! PLUS: an additional $450 – $700 gift card with your purchase through TOMORROW! [show_shopthepost_widget id=”4306735″]
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We’ve got more for you well for the fellas. We’ve already given the ladies the 9 Websites to Bookmark for Bad *ss Duds! so we had to have something for the guys…. We compiled 7 Websites to Put on Speed Dial – guys don’t need a ton of stuff (neither do women either…side eye!) but you want the ability to choose great stuff. These are seven websites that present a spectrum of casual to professional and desk to date night.
In all reality, Esquire‘s review is really about what women think of these menswear trends and, frankly, the big takeaway is true: the best menswear trends are those that make a man come off as approachable but not disheveled, concerned but not overly invested in his appearance, neat but not impeccably so, and invested in his partner having great sex and orgasms. Fellas the best menswear trend is your own….plus a little curation from the experts so you can look
David Hart is a local dude…from Annapolis, MD. He’s big time too having teamed with the likes of Cadillac and Gap to name a few. Hart Schaffner Marx (HSM) is the brand our very own Prex rocks…. Together, they are creating a capsule clothing collection that will be released soon. As soon as details are available, I’ll share them but expect dapper, elevated curated casual pieces.
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Superdry is a contemporary brand that fuses British style with Japanese techy edginess and American sensibility. And you already know Idris Elba – walking chocolatey sexiness!! Three British lads (James Holder & Julian Dunkerton, Superdry Co-founders + Idris makes three) bringing elevated urban style to the houzzzz! Here’s the skinny on the collection…. “Elba’s urban signature style resonates throughout the 250- piece collection. Deep tonal colours are paramount; a fusion of midnight blues, graphite greys, and jet-black sealed with signature-scar
It’s almost time to hit the road….or undress for TSA! Either way, you can look relaxed and stylish doing it by simply keeping the colors easy and dressing for the weather. This is your new travel uniform – get the pieces and then you can focus on what your kids are packig instead! [show_shopthepost_widget id=”1204799″] And the bonus is a travel playlist that should keep you moving even if you’re stuck in one place….!
Last week, I had the opportunity to appear on Good Morning Washington to share After Labor Day Fashion trends. With the help of three fabulous models, we shared three trends: You CAN wear white after Labor Day – just not head-to-toe Layering is the key as we move to cooler evenings and more weather fluctuations + it’s time to start wearing leather The guys need to remember not to go too dark, too fast Check out the video and share
A recent study of British adults revealed that men only wear about 13% of their clothes. Whoa! FYI – the number for woman is roughly 40%!! And if that wasn’t bad enough, men spend more money on the clothes they don’t wear than women. The study which was sponsored by Thread.com found that men spend $1,020 (vs. $945 for women). Why? The [unsubstantiated] theory is that their lady counterparts push men to buy stuff they don’t want. Say what?! One additional
Fall is fabulous because it means you can look cool…and still wear boots, right? But seriously, fall is when we see “casual” move into effect and for most guys that can mean a step down in style. STOP! Casual doesn’t have to mean grungy, unkempt, or recycle old college crap. Casual just means you’re ready for anything but still comfortable. Here are your five pieces to make date night, grocery store runs, Saturday meet ups, and Sunday football doable… My
“Summer suits aren’t supposed to last your whole life – wrap your head around the fact that you’ll probably only get three good summers out of one. Also, avoid double-breasted – it’s just adding another layer.” –Michael Bastian, Designer {shared from Details magazine, May 2015}
I’m in love with this picture ~ and just know that you’ll see it again because it’s the epitome of relaxed style that isn’t overly stuffy or too young. Just awesome! A few key takeaways from the photo: Note where the blazer shoulder ends… In all three examples, we’re talking two-button suits In all three examples, the top button is buttoned and the bottom is not Note where the blazer sleeve ends… The two gentlemen with no tie have created
So you throw on jeans and a button down shirt, and waah-laa – you’re casual. Not! Actually you look like a businessman whose suitcase got lost. To truly achieve “casual”, enter our FIVE step program! Fit still matters. Oversized doesn’t mean casual Focus on two neutrals and one “color” = three colors! Layer lightly The shoes shouldn’t be the same ones worn to work Invest in three pairs of weekend pants (dark denim, cargo, khakis) Now go forth and conquer
This one isn’t hard and it’s a lesson that GQ kindly shared with us. Tailoring is essentially and the smallest details can ruin a perfectly dapper look.
What makes a suit casual isn’t that it’s wrinkled or that your posture says ‘slouchy’ but that the fabric, fit and lack of accessories should say ‘comfortable’. A cool attitude and casual shoe don’t hurt too….
This was the question posed from a 20-something year old man who really wanted to add a bit of “edge” to his overall look without going full-on motorcycle man. The answer is to look for a style icon, or someone you can emulate. And that person would be John Varvatos. Add a few edgier touches like a leather jacket and moto-inspired pieces Always wear some type of scarf Include boots in your rotation more regularly Think put-together-then-tossed-around as your look
Pack this….. Do we really need to say more…? We have you covered for the beach (duh!), the club, an upscale brunch, walking the strip for honeys & more…. If you need help getting this stuff, just let us know!
At some point this year, likely this summer, you will have to attend or perhaps even be in a wedding. You should wear everything sartorially fabulous to every wedding! Think of it this way ~ lest you arrive naked, no one is going to ousted you from the event, so take a few liberties…. Here are the must-do considerations: 1. The occasion requires a suit {evening wedding means darker color like midnight navy, or go with seersucker or khaki or
I love navy blue {who doesn’t know that if they’ve read my posts?!} so, when I read this article in Details Magazine, it only made sense to share. Blue is a very conventional color but the predominant shades of blue for this season are anything but…. Know your blues: cornflower ~ a washed-out azure, it’s a a more common color for a button-down shirt than a suit and looks terrific with a darker blue like navy della robbia blue ~
WSJ talk with contributor J.J. Martin about the new style standard for men of means ~ the custom suit. The custom suit says so much without saying a lot ~ you can go with an English tailor {known for more rigid styling}, Italian {known for softer cuts and fabrics}, or stay local {Bryn Keith}. The custom suit is about a little bit of fashion but, more about personalization, understated wealth, perfect fit, and convenience (once you’ve ordered your suit that
If you don’t have or want to spend $2,000 on a custom suit, likely no one would look at you sideways ~ that’s a lot of dough. But if you walk around in a suit that is oversized or ill-fitting, you are sure to catch the side eye. The solution: a custom suit for less! Show up in your favorite suit. For most custom clothiers, it’s a skosh easier if you can say “I love this fit. This is my
Ripped from the pages of November’s GQ— this is SO big! Suits that are too roomy instantly add weight to your frame A grey suit is a professional man’s essential but consider a fabric with some character DC does these striped ties…..the rich, vibrancy of green pops without being ostentatious The pocket square is a finishing element: white with dark trim = DC, more colorful = fashion show or an Award Show (MTV, Soul Train) Is there anything about the
A waistcoat or vest. It’s just essential for fall/winter if you want to impress the ladies, channel a bit of English style, or get more out of your dark colored suits. Tweed is meaty enough to work in cold weather A vest is more dapper than a professorial sweater vest or Mr. Rogers cardigan You can still wear it with your suits…duh! Go bargain, mid-tier, or high-end {original photo from GQ removed}
According to Patrick Grant, owner of Norton & Sons and E. Tautz (Saville Row mainstays), your suit jacket should “…. come down to the first knuckle on your thumb.” As if that weren’t enough for today, here are three more great styling tips for suit purchases: When your jacket is buttoned, you should be able to fit a fist between your chest and the fabric Your jacket should reveal about half an inch of shirt cuff Choose fabric according to
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