An unexpected applique renders an ordinary wardrobe staple into a compelling sartorial statement.
Zip Sweater by 5th Avenue Shoe Repair, $210.00 @ Oak
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A dreary day inspires one to curl up with something indulgent. Grab that terrible movie or low brow literary fare and ensconce yourself in the confines of a sumptuously printed blanket.
Blanket September by Moooi, Price Upon Request @ Moooi
A lonely, distant and beautiful man. Pale, urbane and shrouded in cigarette smoke, he possesses nothing except a beautifully draped coat.
Cotton Parka by Harmon, $432.00 @ Oak
Intricate and textured, a statement ring catches the eye and lifts the spirit.
Luster Ring by Ugo Cacciatori $90.00 @ Linde
It’s always a vulgar practice to name drop and in regards to fashion it is both obnoxious and compulsory. Any compliment on an article of clothing or accessory summons the immediate denial punctuated with name brand validation “oh, this old thing? it’s MAH-KWEEN” or “Oh Yeah, I got it a couple of seasons ago at a sample sale, DEEE-OHR OHME”. The wearing of these brands becomes political as questions of wealth and style savvy spark jealousy. A nasty game that’s best avoided when possible but can any of us really resist? It’s important to realize that act of name dropping loses its crudeness when it’s a name that no one desires or knows what it means. And so if your garment is neither covetable nor recognizable in all it’s sewn in splendor than not only do you allow yourself the pleasure of playing the game but placing yourself well above it. The trick then is making sure that you choose wisely and wear clothes that beckon the initial investigation of its origin. And if you’re really good you can tap in to the brand’s own inherent cache that might perhaps have more to do with good design and heritage rather than any popular endorsement.
A Short Directory of Fine Brands That Can Be Uttered Without Ostentation:
Beretta- firearm gear and apparel
L.L. Bean - waspy outdoorsy
Christophe Lemaire - French individualistic menswear designer
Stone Island - for real man? or for real men?
Patagonia - Spanish northface with more color range
Cerruti - fabulous Italian menswear and textile firm
Romeo Gigli - 80’s Italian label with fun nostalgic takes on the 80’s
Kiton - very fine men’s suiting
Brioni - more very fine men’s suiting
Allen Edmonds - presidential shoes
Florsheim - cheaper version of allen edmonds
Brooks Brothers (excluding Black Fleece) - old and boring menswear (but not if you’re smart about it)
Olivier Borde - Very relevant but small French menswear designer. One to watch.
Zegna - Established menswear firm with a rather nice and newly repositioned bridge collection (Z Zegna)
Henrik Vibskov - Very fun Danish designer with a penchant for old European charm and club aesthetics
Romain Kremer - hot new young thing with clothes that are even hotter
Telfar - fabulous DIY label
Hood By Air - terribly cool streetwear
Nike - goddess of victory
Fabrics Interseason - clever German label
Mjolk - cute boyish clothes from Sweden
Cosmic Wonder - Japanese high concept casual apparel
Adam Kimmel - luxury utility
Carharrt - farmer boy
Sometimes all it takes is a little softness and transparency to highlight one’s strength. Luxury, masculinity and intrigue in silk chiffon. Who would have thought.
Silk Gillet Vest by Damir Doma, $380.00 @ Komakino
Unexpected details are a delight. Chaotic lacing and multiple eyelets turn a standard into a compelling accessory for this fall.
Chuck Taylor All Star Multi Eyelets by John Varvatos, $125.00 @ Converse
Take grunge to a happier place with a plaid piece and long dynamic silhouette.
Plaid parka, $375.00 @ Oak
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