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Bowties for Fall

Kelli DesRochers — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 13:00:45 +0000

Architects have been rocking them for decades, but I am excited to see that bowties have finally hit the mainstream. Real bowties (not the clip-on tuxedo kind!) are definitely a fashionable accessory for men this Fall. Men, your biggest challenge in wearing the bowtie is to figure out how to tie it. I’ve tried it myself and my only advice is: practice makes perfect! Once you have that mastered, you can definitely pull off the look!

Bowties have a history of being strictly formal, but they are now actually a versatile menswear accessory. You can wear a bowtie traditionally for a dressy look, pair it with a tucked in striped button-up and dark designer jeans for a dinner out, or leave it untied and draped around the neck for a super stylish look! The patterned ties are the best because you can mix colors and fabrics in your outfit for a unique ensemble.

My favorite Brooklyn boutique Epaulet has the perfect bowties for Fall in a variety of fabrics:

Woven Plaid TBT Bowtie Navy & Green $45

This Scottish plaid has a distinctly preppy feel with a reference to school uniforms.

Woven TBT Bowtie Burgundy Silver Stripe $45

These burgundy and silver candy diagonal candy stripes are perfect with almost any shirt.

Woven TBT Bowtie Houndstooth $45

All of Epaulet’s bowties are handmade in Manhattan from Italian silk. The styles are all slim in shape.

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Bowties for Fall

Stylish Accessories for Dad

Star Stevenson — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 17:15:40 +0000

Have you figured out what to get your dear ol’ dad for Father’s Day? Not yet? Well, you have a week to pick out the perfect gift (Father’s Day is on June 21st!). Like us gals, he needs a few accessories to punch up his wardrobe and get him through the day.

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Does he need a stylish way to carry around his laptop? This Fred Perry Special Edition Case ($168) is a fabulous bag to not only carry his laptop but to use for travel as well. It comes with a Fred Perry goldtone logo and appliquéd leaves and cool white piping details. There’s a double zip closure and removable shoulder strap to make carrying that much easier.

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Give him a pair of fun cuff links! These David Donahue Sterling Silver Cuff Links ($150) feature skull and crossbones to give his otherwise prim and proper dress shirt an edge.

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Or maybe he’d like a stylish necklace like this D&G Dolce&Gabbana Lines Chain Link Necklace ($125). This would make a great accent piece to a simple tee and jeans.

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If his metro-sexual side needs a little guidance or if you want to hold your own mini What Not to Wear style intervention – get him this fun book! The Nordstrom Guide to Men’s Style ($20) is a handbook for dressing well. This helpful book will help him find his personal style and show him how to select the best fabrics, patterns, cuts and accessories. There’s even packing tricks for travel and stain removal tips.

All of the above can be purchase at Nordstrom stores and online. Make sure to get a sweet card too and don’t forget to tell Dad how much you love him.

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Stylish Wallets For Him

Star Stevenson — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:00:01 +0000

When was the last time your husband or Dad changed out his wallet? If he’s anything like the guys that I know, that would be… 5 years ago (or more!). Unlike us gals who switch out bags and wallets with the changing seasons, most guys tend to keep their wallets until they’ve basically disintegrated. Usually those poor wallets are packed to the brim with loose change, receipts, business cards and such. It’s a wonder those things even fit in their back pockets!

With Father’s Day coming up, it would be a good idea to give your dad or husband a new and stylish wallet to use for another five years…

D&G Dolce & Gabbana Bifold Wallet ($230 @ Saks Fifth Avenue) – Who says wallets have to be a boring black or brown?

Paul Smith Multistripe Leather Bifold Wallet ($210 @ Saks Fifth Avenue) – A fun striped wallet that’s sure to go with just about anything he wears.

Burberry Billfold w/ ID Window Wallet ($250 @ Nordstrom) – Sleek and chic with the classic Burberry check print.

Maybe a new wallet will get him to finally weed through and toss all of the unnecessary stuff in his current one. Oh and before your wrap it up, don’t forget to slip a little cash in there for good luck!

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Stylish Wallets For Him

Designer Gifts for Dad Under $200

Kori Ellis — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 02:30:27 +0000

Are you looking to buy your dad a nice gift for Father’s Day but don’t want to spend a fortune. Here are a few fabulous gift ideas that are perfect for dads. And these designer items are all priced nicely under $200.

Paul Smith Silk Tie
Your dad will look fantastic in his suit with this suited tie from Paul Smith. The navy tie features the symbols of the four suits – hearts, diamonds, spades and clubs in purple, blue, green and gold. This designer silk tie is priced at $125 from eLuxury.com

Dolce & Gabbana Andy Logo Watch
This blue and black watch features the D&G logo lettering across the face and band. The big stainless steel face is very modern looking. You can get this watch right now for $150.

Ray-Ban Classic Wayfarer Sunglasses
The red frames give the original 1952 wayfarer model a chic, mod lift. These Ray-Ban sunglasses are perfect for summer. You can order these glasses for your dad (or yourself) for just $129 at eLuxury.

eLuxury.com offers a variety of gift ideas for dads, including clothing, jewelry, accessories and leather goods. For your convenience, you can shop by price range and find something suited to your budget.

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