Can you believe summer is practically over? Well I can and that means saying goodbye to your tank tops, shorts and flip flops. As old man winter cast his presence in our lives for the next few months I want to make sure you are fashionable prepared. Down below are my top 5 picks every man needs in his closet.
Number 1. CAMEL
(left to right) DSquared2, Emporio Armani and Neil Barrett.
Camel is classic and can be worn for a variety of occasions. From desk to dinner, it serves as an instant luxe piece even if you’re pairing it with a skinny jean and loafer.
Number 2. SHEARLING COATS
(left to right) Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Tommy Hilfiger.
You don’t have to reside in Billings, Montana to appreciate a good shearling coat. This season’s version is more tailored and streamlined.
Number 3. DINNER JACKETS
(left to right) Moschino, Louis Vuitton and Moschino.
2013 version of The Rat Pack. This is new age COOL at its best! The dinner jacket is now offered in many types of fabrications, textures and colors. This is also another multifunctional wardrobe essential. Wear it as a full on look or pair the jacket with black or dark wash denim.
Number 4. LEATHER
(left to right) Salvatore Ferragamo, Costume National and Versace.
Leather is usually the first bad ass item every man has owned at some point in his life. The trend nowadays now is all about leather woven into everyday items such as blazers and denim. You don’t have to be a bad boy to appreciate leather jackets. Find one that’s practical and fits your lifestyle.
Number 5. BOOTS
(left to right) Maison Martin Margiela, Rick Owens, John Varvatos, Salvatore Ferragamo, and 3.1 Phillip Lim.
(left to right) Bally, Christopher Shannon, Michael Bastian, and Ralph Lauren.
Fashionable. Functional. For everyone. No matter your price range boots are a must have for winter. We all keep a classic Timbaland in the vault, but challenge yourself and purchase a sleek version from Bally or go the utilitarian route in Belstaff.
