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.
Continue reading for more images.
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.
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.
Continue reading for more images.
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.
Continue reading for more images.
Sandinista – Fall/Winter 2009
The newest designs of Vince Cook for Sandinista are featured in a handsomely hazy lookbook fully exuding the fresh beauty of the brand’s Vancouver origins. Layers of dusty flannels, steel-toned parkas and cloudy pea coats build the basics of the crave-worthy collection while the cherry on top (er, bottom) are Sandinista’s bright red hiker boots.
Continue reading for more images.
Individualized Shirts
Based in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, Individualized has been creating custom shirts at competitive price-points since 1961. Revered especially highly (of course) by the Japanese market, Individualized was recently honored with a commemorative book detailing the company’s brand and history. American webshop CHCM has received its first order of Individualized shirts – banded collar oxfords cut in a contemporary slim fit. Button down checked and gingham shirts will follow shortly. To place an order visit CHCMShop.com.
“Dressing the Man” – Tom Ford Editorial from SENSE
Japanese men’s magazine SENSE has an editorial showcasing the current fall/winter pieces of Tom Ford suits and outerwear. The editorial stars model Jako Hybholt, and is draped elegantly in uniquely styled tuxedos, as well as colorful combinations of trousers, blazers, ties, and scarves.
Continue reading for more images.
April 77 Records – Chainsaw Ranch Jacket
As if patterned from a fuzzed out old Polaroid, the Chainsaw Ranch Jacket from April 77 Records filters vibrant buffalo check plaid into a grainy, grey-ed out piece at once fresh yet familiar. Detailed with a raw denim under collar and wooly-lamb-like body lining, the Ranch Jacket rambles into your life to the beat of a free musical download when purchased online from BespokeBoutique.com.
Tricker’s – Robert Derby Shoe
Handsome and classic, Tricker’s Robert Derby shoe is made of nut brown burnished calf leather with a Goodyear welted, double leather sole. Perfect with a navy or light grey suit, as well as dark jeans. Available at Scoutthestore.
