I cried when I saw The James – and clicked to find it was gone! Monrowe NYC is a black-owned headwear company that makes The James and when I happened upon it in midnight blue I knew I had to have it….but no haps because it was ‘out of stock’. I kept searching the site and found a great runner-up in the Johnny – and this one comes in winter white, so just-in-time for fall to rock with all of my sweaters
It’s a surefire hit…guaranteed! This Timex military watch is the latest collab with Todd Snyder and a winner! It’s understated, versatile, vintage styling with a modern twist, and presents a clean silhouette. And for father’s day, it’s on sale for under $100 (and comes with two bands)….if you use code “GIFTOFTIME”!
We don’t need to talk politics but alas your Commander in Chief made a fashion faux pas that requires our attention. Scotch tape is not the best style fix. So today’s lesson is simple: to fix an errant tie, you have six options (but only five are viable)…. Scotch tape A buttoned blazer (thus, no flyaway tie) Create a diversion like an eye-catching pocket square! [not more than $15] Opt for a bow tie instead – duh…. [not more than $20] Rock
My bae would love these! These coordinating boxer briefs & socks are by Related Garments. The fabric content (50% modal, 45% cotton, 5% spandex) means they’ll lay flat, keep their shape, and wick some moisture. Not sure if he’ll see this post but the matching boxers, casual socks and no-show footies is perfection….and available in a weekday package (5 sets) and others! Men ~ let’s be [undercover] dapper!
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
There aren’t many gamechangers out there for guys so, know this: everyone looks at your tie (bowtie) and pocket square. Whether you’re getting dressed for the holiday office party, getting ready to knock-it-out-the-park for date night, or just heading to the big meeting at work, there are a few ties every man should own. They are… Red – the red should be a slightly deeper red and focus on a print or pattern that is simple to start. Throw in
Just get ready now….the Farmers’ Almanac promises/predicts a colder than average winter for the East Coast and Midwest. Translation: buckle down and gear up!! If you had one of those lightweight trench coats sans lining – think twice! Our picks for an overcoat that will provide real protection without making you look like a yeti (or abominable snowman) are below….. And don’t forget the scarf – a little color and a lot of warmth! [show_lookbook_widget id=”248728″]
Briefcases are all over the place but a slim case that can hold your documents and newspaper and even your iPad while holding its own are less common. Enter the Franklin Folio that says business but I don’t take myself too seriously; and I have real work (as opposed to I’m a student with an internship). For the more established, the olive reads perfectly but for the younger set, the red or light navy work too. Either way, loss the
An advanced ‘thank you’ to Esquire‘s Big Black Book for these fun facts…. the 1926 Rolex Oyster is generally considered the first water-resistant watch the Oyster also introduced the screw-down crown and a screw-in winding arm that sealed out water blue is the most visible color underwater (as it’s the last part of the color spectrum to be absorbed) diving watches used to be radioactive because they used radium and tritium! NO watch is waterproof and, at one point, it
Well you’ll know for sure it’s time to buy a new wallet if you don’t have one now. I mean, a rubber band doesn’t count and neither does you keeping your cards in a stack. Crumpled cash or loose change in your pocket means you’re more apt to lose it if it’s not in one place – a bad look! If you have a wallet from “back in the day” or something that you recall from your childhood, it’s time
“I tend to keep a cotton or linen bandana or pocket square at hand. They’re a nice accent in terms of elevating a summer suit and also perfect for discreetly wiping away perspiration.” –Bruce Pask, Men’s Fashion Director, Bergdorf Goodman {shared from Details magazine, May 2015}
It’s not just for gents but, let’s be honest, most men take their tunes seriously (perhaps a little more so than the ladies)…. Wearing headphones used to be dorky but now it’s cool; and what counts are the headphones enveloping your head. According to Details, the top four pair to own are: Parrot Zik 2.0 ($400) – unrivaled sound! Sol Republic Shadow ($99) – don’t sound any better than regular earbuds… Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H8 ($499) – if it’s
Ties are one of the most important fashion accessories for men. Unlike ladies where we can use handbags, shoes, jewelry, scarves, smartphone cases, belts, etc, the average man has just a few ways to ‘make it pop’. If you reside in a city like Washington, DC then the tie becomes even more important because we’re looking for something beyond the standard blue suit fare. There are lots of basic know-how things to remember about ties but today we’re focusing on
Well most men don’t call it a “tote” but the phrase was cute….right? A splurge-worthy item for any man that says he’s ready for work and business is a great briefcase. Recently, I’ve been working with several male clients ~ all of which have been in need of a stellar briefcase to compliment their position. As I’ve shared with them, your briefcase shouldn’t say “I’ve arrived” but rather “I was always meant to be here.” The goal isn’t to be
Space can be a problem for many of us( (I’m included) and while that can sometimes be because we on too much stuff, it can also be because we don’t know how to organize properly or simply because the closet space they give is barely big enough to fit a week’s worth of clothing (sad face)! A possible solution could be this pants trolley -it can fit up to twelve pairs of pants with the option for more, and it
Across the last three weeks, I have been through at least seven (7) men’s closets and universally I am seeing too many shirts. I’m not going to rant about the quantity of shirts I’m seeing or that half of them are ready for euthanasia. Nor am I going to say that at least half of the remaining shirts don’t fit right…. All that aside….. At a bare minimum, the lack of space should be a guide post for the number
Men need to keep it together better. And what better way to do it than with an accessories case?! Forget a separate watch holder, place for your cufflinks, and something to hold your other extras. Problem/annoyance solved! This shearling-lined and leather-trimmed accessories case is manly but soft enough to carry your “finer” goods. Get yours…now. Available: ahalife, $180
Men own too many pairs of less-than-useful collar stays. You need just one nice pair since you only wear one shirt at a time…plus it’s easier to keep track! Nab your titanium collar stays now….for less than $15! Titanium Collar Stays regular $10.00 USDextra long $13.00 USD
When going to purchase a watch, consider water-resistance, complications, and movement. Patek Philippe is a company of firsts (and only’s) including the first split-seconds chronograph wristwatch!
Other than a pocket square maybe, what else can give you instant style and street cred for under $10….? It’s a rhetorical question because the answer is shoelaces! Yep pull out those God-forsaken tattered old brown ones you have and, in honor of decent weather (or just to force spring to show its face), pop in a pair of red, blue, grey, or navy laces. BOOM! Color. WINNING! $8. Check out hook + ALBERT. And they have tassels too!
I’m not a guy but if you are then you are either a boxer, briefs, or boxer-briefs guy….or so you were lead to believe. Ask yourself when you made the decision to be a briefs guy because I’m guessing the answer was waay back when. And that’s fine….except Now there’s so much more to underwear than that one decision. You can now consider options like colors, moisture-wicking, shapewear (ummm yes!), odor-absorbing, and much more. The same holds true for tees,
When you wear a tie that is excessively patterned/overly zesty/truly eye-popping, it requires a plain shirt. Do you understand?
It’s easy. It’s ‘what’s hot‘. It’s inexpensive. It’s colorful. Colored shoelaces ~ available lots of places but we found them at Hook and Albert, and settled there because they were between $6 – $8.
If you’re not going to Churchill Downs, don’t fret. You can look Kentucky Derby-ready simply by following our four step plan: 1. First, find where they’re showing the Derby…not just showing it but actually celebrating it! 2. No matter where you are, plan to sport your white trilby 3. You must have a blazer. If you’re south of the Mason Dixon line, you can go with seersucker otherwise, navy blue is your go-to best bet 4. Sport neckwear by Collared
Men are monochromatic, so this is a chance to add a little spice to the mix with prints, patterns and stripes. You don’t have to do all out but, here are a few simple suggestions that can add some pop to an outfit! Items shown {from left to right}: Alexander Olch check pocket ’round’ ~ Sunspel striped jersey boxer-briefs ~ Paul Smith striped socks ~ Hentsch Man ikat printed tie ~ Oliver Spencer graphic tee ~ Sunspel check boxer shorts
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