Art of Dressing Well

The Polo Coat . . . Screams Authority

L.A.M. — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 06:12:04 GMT

It doesn’t matter which continent you’re on, the classic tan camel hair polo coat ... SCREAMS AUTHORITY!

The Polo Coat first known use 1910. It is often double breasted with stitched edges and a half-belt on the back. After 100 years this coat is still a coat of distinction.

Black Card - The World's Most Prestigious Credit Card

L.A.M. — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 10:59:20 GMT

For those who demand only the best of what life has to offer, the Visa Black Card is for you. The Black Card is not just another piece of plastic. Made with carbon, it is the ultimate buying tool.

Join the world's most prestigious and versatile credit card today! www.BlackCard.com

APPLAUSE, APPLAUSE! Ralph Lauren, Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

L.A.M. — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:50:33 GMT

Photos: Monica Feudi / Feudiguaineri.com
Model: Karmen Pedaru

Photos: Giann Pucci / GoRunway.com
Model: Karmen Pedaru

Photos: Monica Feudi / Feudiguaineri.com
Model: Lais Ribeiro

Photos: Giann Pucci / GoRunway.com
Model: Lais Ribeiro

Photos: Monica Feudi / Feudiguaineri.com
Model: Ming Xi

Photos: Giann Pucci / GoRunway.com
Model: Ming Xi

Ralph Lauren, an American fashion designer, stays true to his style of classic designs with his fall 2011 ready-to-wear collection. Take a good look at these three stand out designs from his collection. His genius is in the details.

2011 Ralph Lauren Fall Ready-to-Wear Collection Slideshow style.com
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Book Recommendation

L.A.M. — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 23:48:26 GMT

Men of Color: Fashion, History, and Fundamentals
By Lloyd Boston

A great book to add to your library of books on sartorial style, fill with photographs of Black men with insightful essays about the historical context of their apparel.

New and used books available at Mens Luxury Suit Guide Store check it out.

APPLAUSE APPLAUSE! Michael Kors, Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

L.A.M. — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 18:23:00 GMT

Photos: Yannis Viamos
[Image via. style.com ]

Michael Kors, an American Fashion Designer, is celebrating 30 years in business. After viewing his fall 2011 collection he remains one of my favorite designers. His use of luxe tailoring against languid draping, combined with leather makes this collection one of his greatest.

Check out his signature stlye. style.com
2011 Michael Kors Fall Ready-to-Wear Collection Slideshow. style,com
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Allen Edmonds - Leather Shoes of Distinction

L.A.M. — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:20:00 GMT

Dalton - A true work of art. Tuck under a pair of blue jeans or conservative blue suit, the Dalton is a perfect shoe for the well dressed executive.

Allen Edmonds Great American Shoe Company
It manufactures the vast majority of its shoes in the United States and several pairs in Italy, and is thus one of two American shoe companies.

[video via You Tube] Allen Edmonds & Horween Leather - A Century of Partnership

Allen Edmonds Men's Shoes - Classic Collection

Leave Your Suit Coat In Your Car

L.A.M. — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:24 GMT

Purple White Fine Gingham Check Classic Shirt . . . The Savile Row Company
Resplendent purple and white gingham shirt to lift your spirits on grey days. Strikingly smart, with Windsor collar and a classic cut. An impeccable finish so you can be as contemporary or as traditional as you wish.

Impeccably Tailored Business Shirts only at The Savile Row Company

Leave Your Suit Coat In Your Car . . . Make a Bold Statement These Hot Summer Days

Bold Reverse Stripe Classic Fit Formal Shirt . . . The Savile Row Company
A luxurious cotton twill formal shirt with bold light blue stripes in gentle summery hues. The contrast pale blue check inside the cuff makes a brilliant statement.This Savile Row Co Tie has been exclusively designed for this shirt.

Impeccably Tailored Business Shirts only at The Savile Row Company

Art of Dressing Well . . . Brian Williams Gets it Right

L.A.M. — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 16:00:05 GMT

A Salute to Brian Williams, one of the best dressed news anchormen in America. His chose of neckties and his signature style; white semi-spread collar shirts, works well with his dark two button single-breast suits.

Book Recommendation

L.A.M. — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 02:35:00 GMT

Gentleman's Guide to Grooming and Style
By Bernhard Roetzel

Roetzel's book focuses on mens fashion, with a bias toward tailored English clothing a great book to provide you with a foundation on dressing well. I highly recommend this book for every young man that understands the importance of image and work in an environment that professional clothes and decorum are required.

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Art of Dressing Well . . . Wynton Marsalis Well Dressed Musician

L.A.M. — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:52:18 GMT

A Salute to Wynton Marsalis, a world renowned trumpeter and jazz musician understands the power of a polished image and practices the "Art of Dressing Well." His suits, a combination of two buttons, three buttons, six-button double breasted and three piece suits made from quality cloth will never go out of style. He adds his individual style with his selection of shirts and neckties.

The Laceless Wing by Florsheim

L.A.M. — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 13:08:00 GMT

Choose Florsheim chalk blue colored "Laceless Wing" to accompany a pair of blue jeans, sky-blue dress shirt and navy blue sport coat for a very casual "business casual" look.

Florsheim Shoes - The Laceless Wing is created with a calf leather upper on a furniture finish leather sole. The tumbled texture provides a distressed appearance. The double elastic gore gives this shoe the comfort of a loafer with the look of a classic wingtip. (Available in ten colors) Florsheim.com

Choosing a Summer Suit

L.A.M. — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 09:19:12 GMT

Three Stand Out Summer Classics (from left to right) . . . Cream colored two button linen suit made from100% linen has a natural wrinkle look and is an excellent choice for tropical climates.

The light-blue seersucker suit has stood the test of time. This six-button model is a favorite among the conservative crowd.

The tan colored two button cotton suit is a great investment for your summer wardrobe. Choosing a cotton suit with a small percentage of stretch material will get you through those hot summer days.

Suits That Stand The Test Of Time

L.A.M. — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 00:42:00 GMT

It’s time to over haul your closet and remove all of those trendy four, five and six button suits. In building a wardrobe that will establish you as a well dressed man, choose the silhouettes and designs above . . . they will stand the test of time!

Stay away from those loud trendy colored suits such as, a royal blue, forest green or maroon colored suits. The suits above are the ones that open doors and are worn to close deals . . . dark gray two button suit, navy blue two or no more than three-button suit, and the six-button double breasted striped suit are good choices when building a professional wardrobe.

Pick Your Dress Shirts and Neckties Wisely

L.A.M. — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:46:00 GMT

Update last year’s suits, with a new dress shirt and necktie . . . this season’s look is a vibrant white-striped shirt accompanied by a rich colored solid or small print necktie. Choose a shirt with a semi-spread to wide spread collar with french cuffs. Build your collection of shirts with a variety of shades of blue and solid white shirts.

Bruno Magli Men's Shoes

L.A.M. — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:34:33 GMT

Bruno Magli Men's Shoe Sale
MYHABIT - Event Starts July 20 - Event Ends Fri. July 22 at 9 AM PT

The Well Dressed Traveler

L.A.M. — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:44:00 GMT

GQ Magazine May 2008, Dan Forbes - The Weekenders

The Well Dressed Traveler . . . Navy blue sport coat, dark blue jeans, cotton dress shirt and a leather duffel bag.

The Straw Fedora . . . Borsalino

L.A.M. — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 22:51:13 GMT

Summertime and the hat is made out of straw . . . Borsalino Fedora, enough said!

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Fedora Stingy Brim

L.A.M. — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 22:48:48 GMT

Tweed Classic Cuban Style Fedora Straw Hat

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