55DSL Fall 2008 Collection
August 29, 2008 by Dexie Wharton
Filed under Accessories, Attitude, Casual Wear, Designer and Stores, Fashion World, Men's Styling, Shirts and Tees, Shoes, Shopping, The Whole Look, Tips & Tricks
55DSL’s Fall Winter ‘08 collection will showcase styles and designs derives from the hi-fidelity stereo equipment and twisted references to the late 80’s. Think audio casettes graphics and old LP covers. Try not to miss the colors of hot-red- turquoise and purple. I don’t think you could anyway. Click on the images for larger versions.
We always hear the phrase “Fashion is a cycle“. It may be 2008 but designers will take inspiration from a certain item on previous years, as the case here with 55DSL using the ’80s as an inspiration. I do like the …read more
Marshalls Fall 2008 Men’s Shoes Preview
August 19, 2008 by Dexie Wharton
Filed under Accessories, Casual Wear, Designer and Stores, Fashion World, Shoes, Shopping
Let’s step away from the designer duds for a bit and look at what affordable retail stores like Marshalls has to offer for Fall 2008 Footwear. Not everyone can afford $500 sneakers and $2500 moccasins or loafers, yah know.
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Not bad eh? I’m loving the canvas slipons. You can find all these at your nearest Marshalls store. They haven’t quite have their online store set up yet.
(Images : Marshalls Press)
Tom James’ 10 Must-Haves For Fall/Winter
August 15, 2008 by Dexie Wharton
Filed under Accessories, Casual Wear, Designer and Stores, Fashion Designers, Formal Wear, Men's Styling, Shirts, Shopping, Suits Look, Tips & Tricks
Tom James is the world’s leading manufacturer and retailer of custom clothing so it only make sense that he shares with us his 10 Must-Haves For Fall and Winter. Prepare for corduroys and cashmere (ooohh that sounds nice).
Cashmere and merino wool full zip mock cardigan with goat suede trim from Jeff Rose. Made in Italy with eye-catching contemporary style. Perfect to pick up your new Maserati in.
Thin is in! A sure way to modernize your style and get noticed this season is to add some trimmer ties to your selection. The look is sleek, sexy and sophisticated.
Suede brogue …read more
Pre-Fall: BOSS Orange Lamb Leather Jacket
July 26, 2008 by Dexie Wharton
Filed under Accessories, Jackets, Luxury Items, Men's Styling, Shopping
How about this military inspired fall jacket from this BOSS Orange Lamb Leather Jacket for your Fall consideration? Shoulder epauletes and front flap pockets. Available in black as well. Black doesn’t sound as cool as this brown, no? Right now it’s on sale for *ahem* $389. After sale, it will go back to $595.
(Image : Nordstrom)
Loro Piana Trunk Show
July 2, 2008 by Dexie Wharton
Filed under Accessories, Casual Wear, Designer and Stores, Luxury Items, Men's Styling, Shopping
Loro Piana Trunk Show is available at Neiman Marcus right now. Just a few items to preview the Fall season. I quite like the colors. Very subtle. Hues of gray, black and neutrals. Classic selections, pretty much. Now let’s hope you have the budget of Donald Trump to afford them, heh.
(Image : Neiman Marcus)
New York Fashion Week : Marc by Marc Jacobs Fall 2008 Collection
February 7, 2008 by Dexie Wharton
Filed under Business Wear, Casual Wear, Fashion Week, Fashion World, Formal Wear, Jackets, Jeans, Men's Styling, Suits Look, The Whole Look, Tips & Tricks
I’m so disappointed with Marc by Marc Jacobs Fall 2008 Collection. I can’t get passed the length of pants. Why are the socks showing? And what is the point of overlapping shirt underneath the blazers/jackets? You’ll see what I mean when you see the whole Marc Jacobs Fall collection by clicking the link…






