Homme Edition:: Tutorial...

Used some Alexander Olch ties today at work, saw this tutorial when I got home and thought it was too cute to not post.  Take note and practice.


{how to talk to girls at parties}

Don't forget the dimple!

Homme Edition:: Lapo of Luxury...

Doing some research earlier this week I got lost for at least an hour, studying every detail of Lapo Elkann.  After the initial exam, the Italian style icon has been showing up everywhere I look...and with good reason.  All week long I've kept coming back to these same images and video inspired, curious, and indecisive.

I have been completely seduced by his mirrored sunglasses, apotheosis demeanor, & definitive Italian style {with an eccentric touch}.  Check out the video below to see his painstakingly sharp style brought to life in vibrant colors.


{all images & video from Lifestyle Mirror}

Homme Edition:: The Spring Jacket...

(The Hood Shop}

I thought about my answer to this and decided to leave it to Gilt Man's Style Director, Josh Peskowitz (sometimes guys receive advice better when it comes from a man)!

"The math here isn't complicated. You want something that is light, but will also give you some protection when the showers come. There are plenty of great options based on army field coats and parkas...and don't be afraid of a little color (think red or yellow) in your selection."

{l-r Junya Watanabe, Penfield, Burkman Bros}

I love the chambray hooded jacket. It can function as a denim jacket but also protects you from undesirable elements (think April showers and windy spring nights).

{l-r Michael Bastian, Mark McNairy, Woolrich Woolen Mills}

Mark McNairy is a genius when it comes to giving old staples new life, and this neon anorak is just one example of his tongue-in-cheek reinterpretation of American classics. Matter of fact, I think I'll take one for myself!

Homme Edition:: Seeing Double Part II...

Earlier this week I picked up the latest issue of GQ to do a little research. While thumbing through the enhanced style filled pages, I stopped dead in my tracks when I saw Johan Lindeberg's "way-downtown" cool ensemble. A pair of everyday grey straight fitting jeans, crisp white t-shirt, and a pristinely pressed white double breasted jacket...Nailed It!

Post sartorial find, I took to the internets to find more.

The Caten boys sent down this luxe double breasted jacket as part of their Spring 2012 runway show.

For Spring 2011 Bottega Veneta showed a baggier version.

Here's a quick guide to get Lindeberg's full look::

Gents, maybe you want to think about giving this a go?! For you first timers trying a double breasted jacket, take note of one thing:: double breasted suits can come with any number of button sets. But no matter how many, they should all be buttoned with the exception of the bottom button set.

Seeing Double...

{Dsquared Spring 2012}

Quick preview of an upcoming blog post...stay tuned!

Homme Edition:: Casual Friday...

Although the week just started, I can't help but think about Friday. That said, if I see another gentlemen wearing a snooze worthy combo, aka chinos with a blue button down, I'm going to flip a table. The creative team at Park and Bond put this look together and I swooned!!

{image:: Park & Bond}

Lets break it down...Consider a well tailored suit to set yourself apart from your chino-dependent coworkers. The first step in owning this look is to give it a good dressing down. Start with a cotton khaki, slim fitting suit and then look for a polo that adds textural contrast to the smooth suit fabric. Keep it all casual with a pair of retro yet fresh sneakers and stick it to them by opting out of socks--a touch that says you don't take any of this too seriously when really you do!

{J.Crew Jacket, J.Crew Pant, Brooks Brothers Polo, New Balance Shoes}

A well tailored suit is in the midst of a serious revival but keep in mind the ol' saying, "you should wear the suit, the suit shouldn't wear you." Need more options to recreate this look, head over to the new Coco Canal store here!

Homme Edition:: The Pocket Square...

After attending a few weddings and full time fancy events over the last couple of months I've realized that pocket squares need to be addressed. There are many ways to wear one that are all stylish in their own right.

{styloko.com}

But sometimes this can be a little too much! Don't get me wrong, I completely understand the need to add some flare to one's look. Instead of going for an origami fold or the puff pocket, try this...pick a fabric that adds the desired pizazz (bold colors, prints, patterns, you get where I'm going with this). Keep the pocket square classic with the flat fold and the square the same width as your pocket.

Think of it this way...wear your pocket square like you would drink your whiskey...simple, straight up, no frills!

Homme Edition:: Socks...

It appears that genders are sharing trends these days. The first trend to decode--socks. I'm all for the ever so popular no socks with a bold, dramatic shoe but for even more spunk, kick up your shoe game with a fun accent.

1- No socks:: If you want to knock your socks off, show some leg...well ankle. Intentionally roll the hem of your pant shorter than usual, and a messy roll is always welcome.

2- Subtle socks:: Not ready for the bold and the beautiful, no worries. Opt for a sock in neutral tones with subtle prints/patterns. Great with pant hems rolled again, but earn a fashion gold star if you pair suit pants with NO break.

3- Heavy duty socks:: There is no hiding this chunky monkey. For the daring and adventurous tuck your slim/straight leg pants into the socks and scrunch accordingly. Here I would wade in the family of black, white, gray, camel--add texture and depth with socks that are heathered. Evident from the two gentlemen below, the look is cool with boots or sneakers.