TOM FORD SPRING 2018 MENSWEAR

Tom Ford continues to stretch his vision of immaculate raffishness. - Vogue

TOM FORD SPRING 2018 MENSWEAR - See collection.

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Jeffrey Rüdes Fall 2017 Menswear

Jeffrey Rüdes Fall 2017 Menswear

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Chalayan Fall 2017 Menswear

Chalayan Fall 2017 Menswear. Entire collection.

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Thom Browne Menswear Fall 2016

Thom Browne revisted the "Gentleman" of times past for Fall 2016. Coats, bowler hats and a collection of fine wools stressed (or I should say, distressed) the point from wear and tear to mint condition, symbolizing age. Thom Browne's runway shows are always theatrical and always carry a message. [For me] the take away pieces are the coats - they are gorgeous! Especially the fur-trimmed ones. Everything else just faded. Well, except for one must-have accessory - the doggie carrying cases. I must-have one. Check them out in the photos above and you'll see what I mean!

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Cool Christmas Sweaters

Asos

Moncler

Asos

Gucci

Ralph Lauren

Moncler

Saint Laurent

Etro

Zara

All Saints

J. Crew

Zara

All Saints

Brooks Brothers

Banana Republic

Mr Turk

Just say "no" to ugly Christmas sweaters and say "hello" to these handsome selections. From Asos to Zara, I have shopped around for fifteen stylish picks that will keep you festive and looking cool. Embrace the un-ugly this holiday season and turn heads with these cool Christmas sweaters from some of [my] favorite labels. 

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BEARDOLOGY

by Brian A. Hampton / DressLikeAgent.co

Along with the endless list of fall trends arising among men, there is one in particular that continues to resurface throughout history, proving to be more than a trend, but rather a true statement of one’s personal style, self-expression and character – The Beard. In the ancient world, the beard played a cultural role as a symbol of one’s wisdom, status, maturity, dignity or societal positioning. On the other hand, the beard has been thought of as symbolic of one’s insubordination to the law and would get you taxed. According to Alexander the Great, it should be removed to eliminate an easy and painful target for the enemy during battle.

Fast forward to modern culture, men all over the world are proudly sporting the beard simply to add a certain pizzazz to their overall look and style. Celebrities such as Bradley Cooper, Idris Elba, Hugh Jackman, Antonio Banderas, Taye Diggs, along with a bunch of NBA/NFL personalities, have all been seen bearded and dapper in major fashion shoots and red carpeted events. The point is, if you want to grow a beard or at least attempt it, go for it! Here are 5 things to keep in mind before taking the plunge that will prove useful:

1.     First of all, it’s important to mention that not everyone can grow a beard. The decision to join “the beardgang” must also be weighed based on genetics. The question as to whether your facial hair can grown in the direction of a beard is one that can only be determined through the course of time and patience. If it grows spotty and refuses to connect, then just be honest with yourself and in the words of Frozen’s Elsa, “Let it Go!”

2.     Be committed. It is recommended to allow a good 3 to 4 weeks to go without shaving when initially growing out your beard. This process can be grueling at first and you may even feel like giving up after the first week or two. The idea is to persevere in order to allow your follicles the appropriate time to come out. Resist the temptation to shape or trim your beard until you’ve allowed sufficient time for it to grow first.

3.     Invest in a quality beard clipper or razor. Since this is a major step in your facial hair journey, you want to be sure not to use a cheap product when trimming or shaping up your beard. Be sure to get one that offers various length controls and trim guards. Or, for the most precise beard shaping, just liberate yourself by letting your barber do it when you get your next cut. For me personally, it’s just less stressful. After all, the science behind shaping, trimming and lining your beard can end in disaster if not done right.  

4.     To maintain a healthy beard, its important to treat your beard like the rest of your hair. On occasion, be sure to exfoliate when washing your face as well as utilizing a shampoo or conditioning soap on the face, which will also condition the beard. The worse feeling is having an itchy beard due to dry, scaly skin. It is also recommended to invest in a bottle of beard oil to keep the beard looking shiny and to moisturize the skin underneath the beard. Additionally, it is ideal to comb or brush your beard frequently to train it to grow in the right direction and to adequately disperse the conditioning agent you use throughout the entire beard.

5.     Wear your beard boldly! After going through all of these steps, why not wear it with pride and honor? Dress up your new face with the right outfit and stun the crowd. If you feel good about it, make sure that you dress the part.

Hugh Jackman

Idris Elba

Bradley Cooper

James Harden

Chris John Millington

Aiden Shaw

Antonio Banderas

Taye Diggs

Matt Kemp

E. Vincent Martinez

Socks or Not?

by Brian Hampton / DressLikeAGent.co

More commonly in today's menswear, you will notice a growing number of well-dressed men going sockless. At one point, it was considered taboo for men to go without socks unless they had on the perfect casual ensemble paired with a nice-looking driving loafer or a crisp pair of shorts, etc. Generally, it is during the more warmer seasons of the year that this leap of fashion faith is most logical. But before you take the leap, here are a few simple pointers to pay attention to: 

1 - The question of whether or not you can go sockless in the winter to most would seem like a dumb question. On the contrary, some designers showcase the sockless look on the runway for the colder seasons just as well. Reason being, a lot of dapper men prefer non-sweaty feet and would argue that shoes minus socks have a way of keeping your feet just as warm as a glove does to the hands. But generally speaking, most Americans go for socklessness only in the spring/summertime.

2 – Since not wearing socks will draw a lot of attention, you've got to be sure that your suit and/or ensemble is tailored-fitting; particularly the pants. They will need to be hemmed, slim-fitting and/or cropped to pull of this look right! 

3 - Make sure your shoes are worthy enough of the sockless style you're aiming for. The most celebrated shoe to wear when going sockless is a nice loafer such as the penny or the Gucci horsebit loafer. A classic Oxford shoe is also an acceptable one to wear and gives you more of a variety

4 - To avoid the stench of sweaty insoles, be sure to get you a pair of invisible socks to wear with your shoes. You may want to do a little research beforehand for a good pair of invisible socks as they should grip your feet comfortably and not slide around when you walk.

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