Sportcoats & Blazers

Don’t Get Played By Plaid

It’s doable and tell me this contemporary plaid blazer with collarless shirt isn’t HOT! Wearing plaid doesn’t have to be professorial, geeky, loud, or stuffy. Gucci under the guidance of Frida Giannini has flourished and while this particular combination may be out of your price range {blazer, $2,350 and shirt, $510}, consider the possibility that [...]

Men Come Undone

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 [...]

We Talked About Blazers….

So it’s no surprise that we’d show you this awesome chambray blazer with reinforced pockets and cotton/linen woven in Japan. It’s at J Crew and an additional 30% off (using code SHOPNOW) thru Wednesday. You can wear this now, with jeans and khakis, for casual Friday or date night. J Crew Selvedge chambray jacket

What to In-Vest in For Fall

J Crew isn’t just for the All-American guy….the picture below has something for everyone.  One of the most important features: the vest. J Crew Men’s Spring 2012 What does the vest get you?….. Instant style appeal with the ladies Flexibility to go from office to bar simply by taking off your blazer/suit jacket Street cred [...]

(Power) Blue Blazer is THE Ticket

There isn’t a more essential blazer for men…other than navy blue! It can be worn year round and if fitted properly, can take you from yacht club to Friday business casual to overseas vacation. Here are a few great, Brooks Brothers alternatives: Brooks Brothers Two-Button Regent Fit Blazer, $420

One Vent, Two Vent, None Vent?

It is far more common to see a center vent than side vents, however stick with what you prefer.  If you have an ample backside, we’d suggest side vents; that way you can get a jacket that fits your body not your butt.

A Dash of Dapper…

Day 3 is the big day – BBQ!  Yeah you can do like the other joes and sport cutoff shorts and an old button down (maybe even a polo if you’re feeling sporty), or you can raise the dapper yet deconstructed bar with a dressier jacket….along with a cool washed out plaid button down.  The ladies [...]

Top Spring Trend: Blue, The Color, Not the Mood!

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, [...]

Men’s Spring Transition Essentials

Here are the top 5 men’s transition essentials for spring–those items that you love for winter and you can now repurpose for the spring season filled with warmer days but still cool evenings. A check shirt–in colorful patterns and a lightweight cotton (great for layering–a big trend right now).  Wear it with a blazer and jeans or [...]

A Coat to Sport

Sportcoats have traditionally been associated with old men or grandpa’s, but we need to dispense with that myth.  Today’s sportcoats work as the perfect option to dress up a more casual outfit, or get you date-night ready without looking like you’re headed to a 5-star dinner.  The options are vast but our recommendations include (1) [...]

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