These Are Not To Be Worn Sperryingly

Men's Authentic Original Chukka

Men's Authentic Original Chukka in Brown

Men's Chukka by Band Of Outsiders

These aren't your daddy's Sperry's! They are better. I really like these new styles. What are you thoughts fellas? Would you take these reinvented slabs of leather out for more than just a boardwalk?

I imagine the red plaid with a great pair of jeans, the brown with dark green cord pants. The gray ones...these are the all-stars, you should just wear these anytime. No need for clothes the shoes just say it all.

Won't You Be My Neighbor?

And you can totally be our neighbor if you wear these for fall. Before you shake your head in protest, take a look at these pictures and realize how masculine and wonderful a good cardigan can be. If you have the kind of job that doesn't require a sport coat or blazer of some sort this is a GREAT alternative. There are so many different kinds so there shouldn't be a problem in finding the right one for you (now).

Tell us your thoughts on cardigans in general as we know some guys are all about and some won't touch. We want to know why you're "all about" or why you "won't touch." Check it. Direct it. Let's begin.

Ben Sherman: A Chap You Should Know

I am convinced this man can do no wrong. Ben Sherman of the UK designs feature the "effortless cool". His brand became famous for being sported by several well-known musicians and it was the first company to produce the famous Oxford button-down shirt. Lets give this man a round of applause!

Heron 65USD

Honestly, I've developed a crush, yes a crush, on clothing outfitter Ben Sherman and its a love affair that's lasted quite awhile. Take these pieces in, contemplate them, then make the decision to purchase them.

Ramone Low Rise Slim Leg 129 USD

Premier Men's 90 (pounds that is)
I know these aren't for everyone but they are so legit

According to me..this is legit

While on the topic of good jeans. I'd hope that you would also keep in mind the value of a good pair of corduroys. We have long past the days of the early 90's when Kelsey Grammar sported these with graphic sweaters and penny loafers. Nay! Embrace the slimming and comfortable look of good cords and I promise you they will wear into the right fit. Plus they give you a warm fuzzy feeling!

5 pocket cords by james perse

The Jeans

Alright boys, I know this is a dreaded subject but let's go ahead and address it. JEANS!! Even though we know you don't want to hear it, the best way to conquer this obstacle in most of your lives is to do what girls do....go to a department store and try on a million different styles. There...we said it. Now that we have the scariest thing out of the way let's concentrate on the details.

1. THE FEEL: You should feel the jeans on your legs. It should not look like you're wearing two barrels around your legs as jeans, ya know what I'm saying? You don't have to wear skinny or even straight style jeans however they should be TAILORED. I know we say this a lot but maybe you should take that as a hint. There also shouldn't be any bagginess in any concentrated area. This adds weight and if they're baggy all over it will shrink you by 6 inches AT LEAST. We don't know any guy that would be down with that.

2. THE COLOR: Someone once said that the older you get the darker your jean should get. This is a FABULOUS idea. Let's get rid of the light jeans with even lighter distressing all the way down the front of the legs. Again, this adds weight and shortens you. If you're a no fuss kind of person (which we're guessing most of you consider yourselves as such) you need a straight, no-nonsense dark jean somewhere in your closet at all times. A good example of this would be some Ernest Sewn jeans...which leads me to the next point.

3. THE PRICE: Designer jeans can be expensive but if you will figure out how many times a week and then year (and then possibly years) you will be wearing them we guarantee you will get your money's worth. If you don't want to go this route, go to a Buffalo Exchange or even Ebay to find the right one for you (this is considering you already figured out what that is at your local dept. store). Also, Gap and American Eagle are blatantly knocking off these designer jeans and not doing a bad job so you can also consider these venues.

4. THE STYLE: First of all, let it be said, that if your jeans look like your niece attacked them with her new Bedazzler she got for Christmas...it is NOT OKAY. Lots of detailed stitching, flaps, or anything shiny is not to be worn going forward. Repeat after me..."simple and tailored." I wish for once that when girls are asked what they notice first about guys, they would be honest and say their JEANS! I know you think I'm crazy but it's true. Jeans say so much about a man so please really consider the style that you are wearing and what message that might be sending. If you're more of a trendy guy and don't want it to be TOO simple, just try a straighter leg or (gasp) skinny. Also a few rips here and there are popular right now so that is fine. Leave the colors (besides anything in the gray, black, blue family) to the musicians and metro kids. One other little tiny hint...if your jeans have a loop to hang your hammer on...print this blog post out and get yourself to the mall..PRONTO!

Below are some picture examples of some "YES" styles and some "NOOOOO" styles.

YES, YES, YES

NOOOOOOO

A.P.C Legit

A.P.C is a French based clothing store but is available in many countries even the US. ( New York +LA have stores). It's my new favorite place not only for my own personal shopping but for gentlemen alike. This is also my new favorite outfit. Simple and business casual, anyone can pull this off...man does tailoring make all the difference.

Urban Legit

Well hello sir! What other shapes and sizes do you come in? I simply love everything about this ensemble. There is so much to be said for a classic plaid shirt and good jeans. I'm not mad about this jacket either. Well done.

outfitted by urbanoutfitters