..sometimes! We’ve pulled together a peek at the must-have tops for men for now, and going to spring. we triple-dog-dare-you to find a better list! Checked cotton shirt ~ we love J Crew, and Hugh & Crye {we’ve been diggin them for years!} Denim or chambray shirt ~ we’re vibing again with J Crew, Mr. Porter {a bit pricey}, and Levi’s Polos ~ we love Gap {relaxed fit}, Levi’s, and John Varvatos {they are so soft and pliable} Cashmere sweater (crewneck or
The winter has been super mild and we’ve been getting several samplings of spring weather…and it’s only March! My takeaway is that we need to get our spring/summer wardrobe in order sooner rather than later. For men, there are a ‘few rules of the road’ that, if adhered to, will make spring shopping easier and ensure your casual says “luxe” not sloppy. Fit is it. Even the most casual pants are made instantly more sophisticated when they fit correctly. Spend
Shopping List: Paul Smith striped cotton-blend socks, $20 Ralph Lauren Black Label crewneck merino wool sweater, $395 Timex vintage army steel watch, $150 Acne Roc satin slim cotton-blend chinos, $210 Lanvin suede and leather sneakers Acne texas denim shirt, $200
Pocket squares are tricky. How do you fold them? Well Brooks Brothers did a terrific illustrative guide on pocket squares whether a puffed, square-ended, triangle, or multi-pointed fold. Bookmark it ~ illustrative guide to pocket squares
What do you think of this Hayden Huya‘s wooden wallet? Clearly a different medium….but is different always good?! I’m partial to a soft, leather card case simply because it’s no-fuss and won’t look like you have a hard-on on your butt.
This is the ‘beginners’ version of men’s cool furnishings 101. Activist Eyewear created this beautiful, easy to rock bowtie handkerchief set in collaboration with up-and-comer Alfred Julius. The heavyweight microfiber of the handkerchief makes it truly usable, but it’s in limited quantity (only 50 produced worldwide)! Grab yours now, $105, at Activist Eyewear.
Sounds a bit weird, right? But the premise is easy: most men dress for the opposite sex. Ok, there are exceptions out there ~ men who don’t give a crap about anything other than what they want to wear, but for most men, women are very strong influencers of style. Married men are often at the whimsy of their other half. Single men are at the mercy of demanding girlfriends, or even just the allure of any sexy woman that
This briefcase is perfect ~ nothing says “I’m not a businessman” more than a briefcase that can’t fit anything. This Jean Shop leather briefcase works to go crossbody or to carry in-hand; and the medium-brown leather color is guaranteed to age perfectly over time. Its’s big enough to fit your laptop but small enough that your bag doesn’t look empty (read: crazy) without it.
I admired the European, curated casual look that hit the runway but even more intrigued by Michael Bastian‘s naming his show “The Extra Man”. Here’s the scoop as Style.com tells it: So-called “extra men” have a storied history in polite society: they’re natural-born charmers, called upon to make up numbers at the table, dance with undesirables, and escort other men’s wives to functions when the ladies’ husbands can’t be bothered. Bastian turned up a 1974 listing of the top 30 the city
{A.P.C. jeans & Converse snakeskin-effect sneakers} You wear them all the time, but never looking quite this good! Jeans and sneakers for your night out are totally acceptable when they’re A.P.C. petit standard grey slim-fit (just a little different than the norm) and John Varvatos metallic snakeskin-effect sneakers (a little edgier and zestier than average). Go forth into the night and conquer!!
We do – kinda. He’s not only one of the new faces for Gillette, but he recently shared his 10 essentials with GQ. We loved the list and thought it was would be fun to share. Benjamin Bixby Oxford Button-down Shirt ~ this shirt offers the option to dress up with some tuxedo pants for a bit of irreverence, or the ability to dress down with some jeans and Converse Native American Beaded Necklace {this is clearly a personal preference
Valentino really knows how to do outerwear…well just about anything for that matter. This Valentino cotton-linen jacket is hot but pricey ($2,241 on sale). On the other hand, you can choose to use this and other designers like Moncler, McQueen and Belstaff as inspiration ~ if you do, this Jantares jacket by Diesel is a great option along with this Rider jacket by Selected.
I love the dressiness of this boot, but it can just as easily work for a Saturday night out with the fellas… This is a cool jersey by itself…under a blazer or sweater…over a tee ~ easy These are a no-brainer ~ whether is casual Friday, early morning Saturday, or everyday errands! and these sneakers are very similar to Lanvins just without the price tag (these last-minute add on’s come from a subscriber who, of course, already scooped them!)…oops that’s
Like it? Try it! Here’s how: contrast ~ light with dark, or vice versa micro dots ~ they appear solid from a distance, but textured up close collar & tie ~ opt for a spread collar (not too much, not too stingy), and classic tie (not these trendy, skinny ones) Go forth – be dapper – and conquer!
First ~ do you like this look? It works well as a starting point for several looks…edge it up by rocking a tee underneath the sweater and maybe a worn baseball cap…dress it up by switching out charcoal grey slacks….keep it fresh & hip by opting for no sweater and a bolder button down but keep the cap! Ian Kelly does ‘street style ivy’ very well. What completes his look is the corduroy jacket (or a blazer), easy denim by
If you invest in your clothes then you’ll want them to pay off….makes sense at least. Men, here are the four essentials as told to me by a reliable source (& based on my experience): shoe shine kit ~ you can go basic or all out! collar stays ~ (all Blueprint for Style clients get personalized titanium ones in two sizes but…..) these work and come in several sizes lint roller ~ hello! anywhere… here! moth traps (this one was new
Tommy Hilfiger says ‘a trench is a staple in every man’s wardrobe’ and then talks about how they’re too embellished and oversized and make guys look like Inspector Gadget – and then boom! he comes out with one featured in Details Magazine. What uncanny timing huh? That said, I saw it and loved it; and at $195, it will get more than its share of airtime….but I can’t find it for that price so stay tuned!
Men have it easy…usually (great blanket statement, right?). In this case, we’re talking about Friday casual. Click the links to purchase; or read below, learn more and then click to purchase. Alexander McQueen silk and cashmere-blend sweater Harrys of London suede driving loafers Maison Martin Margiela pindot cotton suit trousers Mulberry Barnaby leather messenger bag Timex Andros steel watch Burberry Brit Niall plaid cotton shirt
I made up that title but it’s catchy, huh?! It’s a nice way to say ‘if you need some denim, consider {read: buy} these ones‘. They’re from Rag & Bone which means they’ll last you for the foreseeable future and if you’re a man with ample junk-in-your-trunk these are a good bet! Available at Matches, $115 (regularly $230) …….. {don’t say I never did anything for you}
Because…. you’ll hate yourself later when everyone else has them and you don’t it’s so nominal a price (considering what the original price was, $600) it will make you look better (honest….I swear!) you can wear them to work and on the weekends…if you’re really into fashion Alexander McQueen leather toe cap boots available at Matches, $275
Admiring men’s watches is a time-consuming if not expensive past time (the curated options are endless). An informal survey indicated that, other than a car, men chose a watch as their one investment item. Makes sense that every man should have an eye on the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2012. SIHH is a private event in which 18 exhibitors premiere their latest watches and indulge in their passion for watchmaking. We wanted to show a few of the pictures
On very good authority, I have listed the top points for men to note when thinking about outerwear: Slim-fitting ~ nothing too fitted so you looked like a stuffed sausage but nothing so roomy that you look like you borrowed the coat from your Dad Single-breasted ~ trends come and go, but single-breasted will always remain a classic Wool or cashmere ~ this offers warm without excessive bulk Knee-length ~ current trends make it acceptable to sport a finish at
On Sunday, I sat for three hours and talked fashion trends, personal style, and styling insights with two guys: one who self-identified as “not a fashion guy at all” and the other who claimed to not to know much (in spite of questions about specific suit brands). Are you a self-proclaimed ‘non fashion guy’? I don’t even know if these guys will care that I’m using them to talk about men’s fashion, but theirs is a great example of how
Today is your lucky day! Mr. Porter is having a huge sale and this fabulous, slim-to-fit navy blue, single-button pinstripe wool suit by Richard James (regularly $1,150) is only $355! A great first suit that will take you up the ranks from entry level…
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