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Spring Cometh: Male Must Haves
Technically, the Spring season is already among us although the weather seems to be doing its own thing. In my opinion, it’s not really here until the days are 70 degrees and the evenings are in the mid 50’s. I call it “get fresh weather”. A great spring day brings a certain mood for me. I feel like the world is my oyster and I could walk 100 blocks on a whim. With all that said, there are a few things that I feel a man should equip himself with in preparation for the Spring. And it’s not all about fashion either. Sometimes it’s about function as well.
A nice hat is essential on those days you don’t feel like really grooming yourself or if it just really compliments your outfit. Make sure you have a decent selection ranging from fitted caps to fedoras. Driving caps are my personal favorites because they can be dressed up or down and they come in so many patterns. Check out J.Crew, Urban Outfitters, and Major DC for some smooth Spring headgear.
Cool glasses are not a fad. They have been around forever and are not going anywhere folks. People seem to underestimate the effect a good pair of frames can have on their outfit, whether it be shades to block the rays or just clear lenses for style. Brands like Dita, Super, and Ralph Lauren are continuously releasing stylish eye wear so open your eyes and find some!! For a more vintage look and a large selection, check out Fabulous Fanny’s of NYC.
A layering piece is a must for the cooler days of Spring when you can’t get away with just wearing a tee shirt. Crew neck sweatshirts and varsity jackets will be in constant rotation for my wardrobe this season. There is so much you can do with them and a key to successful shopping is versatility. Brooklyn Circus, King Stampede, A.P.C. and other brands have managed to produce either cool crew necks, varsity jackets or both in to their Spring 2009 line for men.
Chino’s and broken in light colored denim is the way to go to stand out and be comfortable this Spring. Hard denim is usually what I wear for a large portion of the year. But the Spring weather calls for something lighter and softer. . Visit J.Crew or Rugby for a great selection of chinos and denim.
Classic footwear is the way to go on a sunny Spring day guys. This brings me to another one of my tips for successful shopping. Buy things that have been around long enough to never go out of style, or at least something you love enough to keep forever. That’s what I try to keep in mind when searching for footwear. Adidas Rod Lavers, Converse Jack Purcell’s, and Puma Clyde’s are perfect examples of classic sneakers. They can be worn with pretty much anything and they still look good when they are worn in!
One last thing gentlemen: don’t forget your bag. Where are you going to put your jacket when it’s too warm to wear, or your laptop so you can update your blog on the go, or your camera when you’re done shooting? Get yourself a bag with a bunch of compartments but make sure it’s not too bulky. You don’t want to look like you’re on a camping trip. Check out Manhattan Portage, Incase, and The North Face for some fly, functional bags.
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Now…Who’s Hot, Who’s Not
Ok so it’s pretty much winter now. I can see my breath when i exhale and I’ve gotta keep my hands in my pockets so that’s how i gauge it. This week is somewhat of an exception though because it was surely 60 degrees outside earlier. But things will be going back to normal over the next few days. So when it gets cold on these streets, your street wear needs to be just as cold!! It can’t always be Ralph Lauren and J.Crew. Sometimes you have to get a lil raw. Let the facial hair grow out, throw on a fitted, a hoody, and some sick jeans and sneakers and show off your versatility. With that said, I figured I’d fill you guys in on a few of the street wear brands that are getting busy for the Fall/Winter of 2008. As usual, the San Francisco based brand, Huf, has been dropping great fitteds made from premium materials and dope jackets to keep you feeling warm and lookin’ fresh. You can take a sneak peek at some of their pieces here. The North Face has also been teaming up with brands like Swagger and Supreme to create some very smooth outerwear pieces that are high in both functionality and freshness. View the Swagger pieces here and the Supreme pieces here. It doesn’t end there though! One of my favorite brands, Crooks & Castles has also come out with a new lineup for the end of ‘08 transitioning over into the new year. They have some of the illest logos i’ve seen and they always come correct with varsity jackets and fitted caps. Their holiday lookbook is very smooth so check it out. Don’t sleep on other brands like Vans, 10 Deep, Bape, and Puma (Happy 60th anniversary Puma!!!). They are all doing big things as well. Be sure to pick up a few subtle pieces from the brand(s) of your choice and break a few necks while you stomp through these cold streets. Check out the collage I’ve compiled with pics from the various brands. Time for me to go watch The Dark Knight which is on DVD now so go pick that up!!!
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