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As if the existing shorts-as-eveningwear weren’t cropped enough, now they’re being cuffed, a sort of throwback to your grandfather’s geeky golf pants. But hey, we’re not complaining! The following pairs can be worn day or night, with leggings, tights, or bare. As long as you don’t look like you’re trying to channel your gramps, this look can be very fashion forward and sexy.
Always Summer Shorts | $14.80 at Forever 21
Billy Blues Roll Cuff Shorts | $84 at Nordstrom
Diane Von Furstenberg Belted Shorts | $185 at Nordstrom
If you’d rather leave the Daisy Duke-esque cuffed shorts to Jessica Simpson, here’s a longer version:
Stretch Cropped Cuffed Martin | $54.99 (sale) at Banana Republic
April 6th, 2006
Not necessarily thermal underwear, and not really a pajama top, form-fitting Henley shirts bring an All-American charm to street fashion. The three-button sensation (sometimes more) is perfect for those not-so-cold and not-so-warm days. Match them with your favorite pair of jeans, a stylish chain necklace and leave one or two of the buttons open (to give a smidge of confident masculinity) and you got yourself a comfortable, street savvy outfit.
Baby Thermal Long Sleeve Henley | $24 at American Apparel
Ralph Lauren Poli Long Sleeve Waffle Knit Henley | $48 at Bluefly
French Connection Fast Cars Henley | $68 at Macy’s
Theory Slate Blue Cashmere ‘Monroe’ Henley Sweater | $132.99 (sale) at Bluefly
Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘Cape Stripe’ Jersey-Knit Henley | $53 at Bluefly
March 28th, 2006
It seems as though layering patterns has become the new "black" in men’s fashion. Polka-dots with stripes, plaids with paisleys, flowers with checks – it’s all about the right pattern matched with the right color palette matched with the right fit matched with the right attitude. Trying this out with various tops (i.e. jackets and shirts) is a good way to go, but the easiest route to take for men would be button downs and ties.
Sea-stripe premium barrel cuff shirt | $98 at Banana Republic (left), and Swirled Paisley tie | $59.50 at Banana Republic (right).
Tattersall Luxury Dress Shirt | $108 at Brooks Brothers (left), and Octagon Medallion Silk Tie | $69.50 at Brooks Brothers (right).
Emilio Pucci Silk Twill Tie | $130 at Nordstrom (left), and Non-Iron Slim Fit Ground Stripe Dress Shirt | $75 at Brooks Brothers (right).
Sailor Stripe Polo | $58 at Modern Amusement (top), and Crowsicle Vest |$88 at Modern Amusement (bottom).
March 16th, 2006
Argyle Style as seen in Union Square, San Francisco
The urban/bohemian/deconstructed look that has been traipsing down city streets is on the verge of becoming obsolete (not to mention a bit boring.) As that fad begins to bow out, it seems as though fashion is about to take a drastic turn towards cleaner seams, lighter colors and country club looks that dwell in the Preppy Zone (just in time for spring, we might add).
In the forefront of these Ivy League looks are styles based on the classy sport of golf. Argyle prints are a must for this look and banded collar golf jackets are handsome with urban appeal. That said, here are some men’s fashions that stylishly update the golf look. All these pieces will keep you looking sporty without the hassle of actually having to tee off.
March 8th, 2006
Colored tights are making a comeback, so go on, sport any color under the rainbow. If you
catch anyone staring at your legs, rest assured that it’s not because
they think you’re crazy, but because they’re blinded by the bright! That
said, do yourself a favor and keep your other colors neutral. You
don’t
want to be mistaken for a member of the local circus.
Solid Opaque Cable Knit Tights | $6.99 at Urban Outfitters
(also in green jade and apple red)
Pucci Inspired Print Opaque Tights | $22.99 at
Stockingirl
(also in cobalt, olive and fuchsia)
Light Opaque Tights | $8 at Nordstrom
(also in rose)
Colored Opaque Tights (in 15 colors) | $13.99 at Stockingirl
E.G. Smith Solid Opaque Tights | $6.99 at Urban Outfitters
(also in camel and forest)
March 7th, 2006
In their Oscars fashion coverage, our colleagues over at Flypaper took note of one of the most interesting dress trends of the season–Dresses with Pockets!
We’re all over this trend too. It’s utilitarian And stylish–what more can a girl ask for? If you’re looking to incorporate this trend into your spring wardrobe, look no further for some stylish day dresses, pockets included!
March 6th, 2006
As we’ve mentioned before, voluminous sleeves are going to be Huge this fall, as seen on the runways of Peter Som and Oscar de la Renta. A look at StyleBytes indicates that the trend is going strong in Europe as well–look at the sleeves on that plaid Balenciaga. These sleeves are a great way to experiment with volume. We’ve found that the key to keeping this look updated is to make sure the volume is not near the upper arm and shoulders, which will indeed make you look ‘theatrical.’
Inspiration: Lela Rose’s Fall 2006 Collection
C. Ronson Empire Cardigan | $150 at Active Endeavors
C&C California Swan Top | $88 at ShopBop
March 1st, 2006
Based on the runways and the hipsters of urbania, men seem to a bit more comfortable with having accessories that hang from the shoulders.
The concept of the murse (man bags, or whatever you want to call them) is a wonderful middle ground for brief cases, messenger bags, backpacks and duffel bags. They are perfect for toting around all those necessities you need for a day in the city – wallet, cell phone, iPod, check book, midday snack, Burt Beeswax, Listerine strips, cigarettes, lighter, bottled water, extra pair of socks, passport, 3 forms of identification and for those special occasions – a knife suitable for hunting and skinning. Whatever you can’t live without, I’m sure a murse can handle it. Available in any price range, take a gander at these convenient accessories.
City Lights by Manhattan Portage | $26 at KarmaLoop.com
Triple Five Soul Night Bag | $56 at 80’s Purple
The Minx Chris Pastras Bag | $79.99 at Digital Gravel
Puma by Rudolf D. Schuhfabrik | $98 at Yoox.com
Tumi T-Tech Flow Flap Body Bag | $95 at Tumi
For more fun with murses, check out some of our other man bag picks!
February 28th, 2006
We can’t believe these jackets have just now landed in the fashion forefront because there are so many great reasons to wear them. There’s something effortlessly chic about the swingy midsection and girly three-quarter sleeves. They’re also a simple way to experiment with volume, if you’re averse to, say, poufy tulip skirts. Our favorite way to wear this jacket? With a long, fitted top (to balance out the crop and the width), a long chain and your favorite going-out jeans.
DVF One-Button Cropped Jacket| $425 at Intermix
Ruffled Bleached Denim Jacket | $88 at Arden B.
DVF Long Luce Jacket | $625 at ShopBop
Rebecca Taylor Jacket | $252 (sale) at Sway & Cake
February 23rd, 2006
Only a couple months ago, finding a decent pair of skinny jeans was next to impossible. Lucky for Kate Moss protégés all over, clothing companies are finally making the Brit rockstar look accessible to us regular folks. If you have svelte legs à la Sienna Miller, the skinny jean will further accentuate your thin frame. If your legs are short, however, you may want to stay away from the following pairs as they tend to stick to the skin.
Liv Super Slim | $143 at Diesel
Good with flats but not heels.
Joe’s Jeans Cigarette Leg Stretch Jeans | $158 at Nordstrom
Good with flats and heels.
7 For All Mankind Roxy Stretch Jeans | $143 at Nordstrom
Good with flats.
Lux Stretch Slim Jean Vintage Wash | $64 at Urban Outfitters
Good with heels.
Sass & Bide Frayed Misfits Stove Pipe Jeans | $220 at Shopbop
Good with heels.
February 22nd, 2006
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