Comme des Garçons – Homme Deux Editorial
One of our favorites Comme des Garcons had a cool little 3 page feature in a Japanese fashion magazine recently with a focus on the label’s meticulously tailored suits. The editorial showcases Homme Deux as a mixture of mute colors such as blacks, grays, and blues. All the colors and subtle patterns like stripes and solids are evident in the suits, vests, ties, and trousers. It is evident in this editorial that Comme des Garcons sets a standard of elegance that other labels often fail to capture.
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Steven Alan Down Vest
From Steven Alan, this goose down vest with either a Navy or Dusty Blue shell appears at first glance an early 80s vintage find. Upon closer inspection however, the quirky color stories of the Orange and Teal plaid flannel linings are entirely fresh, fun, and forward-leaning, making this three-season piece the perfect blend of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Available at the StevenAlan web shop.
Tag Heuer – Calibre 16 Day-Date Automatic Chronograph Singapore Limited Edition
Following the release of their wildly popular Calibre 8 timepiece, TAG Heuer recently unveiled the second watch in their Carrera series, the Calibre 16. The Carrera series pays homage to TAG Heuer’s history of motorsports affiliation, particularly with Formula One. Accordingly, the Calibre 16 incorporates a carbon fiber-look face and green accents that reference the glowing green borders of the Formula One night track. The face integrates three secondary dials and a day/date window. A titanium case and black leather strap complete the race-inspired look. TAG Heuer will produce 250 examples, all of which they expect to sell within days of the release.
Homecoming – Editorial from GQ Stlye UK
A recent photo editorial in GQ Style UK showcases the rougher hewn materials and laid back, muted colors that fit in so easily as the thermometer starts to dip during the Autumn and Winter. “Homecoming” makes sure we know to get our tans, browns and dark greens out of the closet and with the right leather belt and trousers we’ll be untouchable. The lighting is gorgeous, the looks are classic, and its exactly what we expect from GQ.
Brooks Brothers Mad Men Edition Suit
It’s no secret that some of us guys want to be like Mad Men’s Don Draper. Brooks Brothers helps us live the dream and we can even do so without breaking the bank. Designed by Janie Bryant, the Emmy nominated costume designer for the show, this Mad Men edition suit is a slim cut gray sharkskin suit with diagonal pockets. There’s only 250 of them! With a mere 1,000 dollar price tag that’s more than a tempting offer from the folks at Brooks Brothers.
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Old Hickorees – 1940s-50s Hercules Denim Chore Jacket
The hold of American workwear styling on men’s fashion seems to be unshakable and with it’s rugged good looks and utilitarian practicality it makes sense why we love it so much. Online retailer Hickoree’s understands this and has made a lot of great product available on their site. Everything from utility belts and aftershave to carpenter jeans and cologne is there for the purchasing. For looks the nuts and bolts grandfather of us all would approve of, hit up Hickoree’s especially for this denim chore jacket.
Toms Shoes – Barletta Cordones
The Cordones collection are an enhanced version of the classic TOMS silhouette and are described as an “ode to Argentine writers.” This extremely comfortable line of shoes are ultra-light in weight and epitomize comfort as they feature wool uppers, a soft leather insole, durable rubber outsole and can be worn without laces.
Several styles and colors are available on the TOMS online store.
Dana Lee – Spring 2010 Collection
Dana Lee’s menswear design—from her early work under the A-Z Collection label, to her new eponymous collection—reveal an intimate understanding of what men like to wear, day in and day out. Basic and unfussy, with a meticulous eye for detail, Lee’s clothing has a natural simplicity that lends itself readily to long-term daily wear.
Her recent collection features a generally blue scale of men’s separates. The stand-out pieces are the shirting and jackets with dyed sleeves.
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Shake Appeal – Autumn/Winter 2009 Lookbook
Shake Appeal was kind enough to send us their Autumn and Winter 2009 look book and first let’s say the settings are very cool. The framing of the archways and the way the green leaves in the forest push the clothes into the forefront was a very wise move. One could say the collection is equal parts affluent young California and European grime. Not a whole lot of options are there for the very cold climates which suggests this is a collection for sunny CA which is fine by us. The looks are very clean and unbranded and the denim looks great. Shake Appeal’s M.O. is taste and the style is executed deftly.
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Gloverall Mens Classic Duffelcoat
The duffel coat is an indispensable ally of any man worth his salt who needs to keep warm this winter. This tan beauty with a sexy green plaid lining by Gloverall intends to take care of that for us. Full length and with a hood to boot, with some Abingtons or Redwings and a black you could walk through polar bear country with this coat and feel safe from anything the elements throw at you. Stay safe and wrap yourself up in a Gloverall duffel coat. Available at 111vox.
