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
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
{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!!
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
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
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
86% of men that see the color orange in a shirt or pants, do a 180 and step lively ~ but that wouldn’t be giving Pantone‘s 2012 color of the year a chance. Tangerine Tango is a lot of color, period; and who would blame any decent, self-respecting man for running the other way? Make peace with your inner vibrant-color demons and your continuously, unsatisfied girlfriend who-complains-about-your-grey-doldrums-all-the-time and sport these five color Happy socks ($12) ~Kaboom! Now you’ve done your
Ok we admit they are a bit pricey, but we found them on sale from their normal $545 price tag (whew ~ it’s hard to even say that, right?) Available at Matches Fashion, $393 We’ve featured several pairs of Lanvin sneakers and none of them have been cheap, but in terms of longevity and wearability from Saturday casual to weekday date night to outfit-maker for your club-level seats, these are a sure bet!
These Alexander McQueen leather toe cap boots ($334) are modern, old school boots that allow you to get one step ahead of the rest of the gang! %RELATEDPOSTS%
You don’t have to go full-on tuxedo for Holiday affairs ~ here’s a great alternate look and it’s one-stop-shopping at Matches: %RELATEDPOSTS%
Men’s shoes have all of the classics (Florsheim, Johnston Murphy, Grenson, Church’s, etc), so it’s refreshing to see a new name on the scene. Mark McNairy uses color like no other and has taken brogues to another level. Yeah ~ he has some easy classics, but if you want to add some color, tread lightly here! .
Step 6: “Rubber duckie you’re the one….” We hear you…they aren’t the most stylish things you’ll see but $25 will save you hundreds of dollars in shoe care and shoe replacement! Isn’t it worth it?! No glamour…but no shame either! And don’t act like I didn’t give you the other 5 steps ….. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Step 2: Show Your Bootie Not literally, but when it comes to winter weather and pant lengths, it’s most stylish to let a little of your boot show (and it saves extra cleaning around the bottom because of salt, slush, etc). Now – – no highwaters please but this is where you can take a little liberty on opting for a pant leg that is a little slimmer than normal. Style note: you should plan to grab a pair of rubbers…for your
This Wolverine 1000 Mile Boot is a classic boot for the professional man that likes to mix it up on the weekends, or the weekend rider who just wants to add a little polish to his edge. Oh yeah, it comes in black or deep brown….
Why would you ever want to see a man in a dress? Individuality is wonderful, but dressing to draw attention to oneself for attention’s sake isn’t stylish….or manly! There’s something “cool” about sneakers and since Mother Nature has decided to deny us an Indian summer, make sure you’ve gone sneaker shopping for a pair that will make you smile well into the cooler temps. GQ did a list but we only liked a couple; the Lacoste Suzuka‘s are “cool”. A little
These leather saddle shoes are a throwback with a modern twist – – – toffee leather with blue saddle detail. They are ideal for fall/early winter. Perfect with dark denim, khakis, or grey slacks….we found contemporary, retro perfection!
I love sneakers…and I love men…and I love men in sneakers – cool sneakers that is! I am confident this new adidas Ciero Lo would make most ladies do a double-take: it’s black on top and in front but just as you think it’s over, the red pops up on the side and back for an extra kick (no pun intended!). It’s got an urban, edgy feel with the rounded toecap but it’s still cool enough for a pair of chinos,
Alexander McQueen brogues Available at Matches Fashion Dark brown punched leather Lace up with leather interior and sole Style Notes: adds tailored finish to any suiting, or works with casual Friday/off-duty wear
The deck shoe has become the men’s summer go-to shoe, but the question remains about whether a kissing cousin exists for winter. The answer is — yes! A whiskey- or cognac-colored brogue is the solution. If you look for a more rounded toecap that will keep it casual too. Want help creating the perfect shoe closet, click here!
Casual doesn’t mean bummy, so opt to get dad items that he can use to dress down his slacks or use as an everyday kick around wardrobe item. Our recommendations would be a shawl collar cardigan (perfect for cool nights and early fall too) or boat shoes which have made a strong comeback this year:
These dads know how to play it cool and keep it casual, so the best gift ideals add a hint of extra style but keep them looking laidback. Our recommendations include a pair of seersucker Keds and classic Madras shorts….which are right for just about any occasion that involves a backyard or cookout:
This chocolate men’s summer suit featured in GQ is spot-on! Dark brown is too hot, camel is an everyday treat, but this milk chocolate coloring is unexpected but totally appropriate! [Items pictured: Suit, $400, by Perry Ellis Portfolio {generous cut}; Shirt, $40, by H&M; Tie, $20, by Topman {one of my favorite men’s shops}; Shoes, $168, and socks by J.Crew; Pocket square by J.Press] Perry Ellis Portfolio Suit
Can there ever be a summer without at least rocking your summer ‘whites‘ once? To avoid looking like you’re part of An Officer & A Gentleman or Colonel Sanders, go a little off in your white! [Items pictured: Suit, $100, by H&M {just get one!}. Shirt, $50, by ck Calvin Klein {sizing is fairly generous}; Tie, $40, by Lands’ End Canvas {great site for spruced up classics}] H&M Off-White Suit
Matches Fashion shows some of the best, distressed looks for spring and summer. They work for Friday casual, date night, Saturday errands, and weekend jetsetting….what else is there? Men’s distressed shoes Top to bottom: Car Shoe, Car Shoe, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci
Blue, the color not the mood, was a prominent shade in men’s collections for Spring 2011. Don’t let this color get you down though! Instead of drowning your entire look in blue hues, embrace it with accessories and shoes. Accessories are an excellent way to take up a trend while still maintaining your own uniqueness. Of course, do still experiment with blue garments such as sport and chino pants (wonderful for the spring weather!), lightweight button-down shirts, blazers, and tees. Gents, choose
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