am I turning into a poser?

Haunted by the spirit of my old combat boots I was possesed to try these Fiorenti and Baker Elois-A-Ner on last weekend. I loved them. Haunted by mocking voices in my head chanting, 'You can't buy grunge at the Gap.' I wondered if I'd be a poser if I paid over $575 for them.

PS They look 100 times better in person.

Currently Reading...

Workwear: Work Fashion Seduction
by: Olivier Saillard curator of - Histoire idéale de la mode contemporaine : Les plus beaux défilés de 1971 à nos jours at Les Arts Decoratifs

Did you know...

found photo collection of author

It takes about 1,800 gallons of water to grow enough cotton to make one pair of jeans.

Tip of the Week - Fashion

Build upon your own wardrobe by choosing complimentary colors, fabrics and shapes.

Vintage Chanel

1980

Philipe Guibourgé

Fall Basics

his
hers

Total cost = just under $200

I'll always shop op shops. When I go I look for quality, all season fabrics - yes I wear cashmere in the summer.

A great time to hit them is the month before the season ends - everyone else is still in summer mode. We picked up these basics about two weeks ago all for just under $200 - not including dry cleaning. I still need to find a few dresses, some Katherine Hepburn trousers and a coat. He still needs to find a coat, boots, and some trousers.

There's a couple of cashmere sweaters, an Oscar de la Renta jacket, some snakeskin belts, a Burberry jacket, snake skin shoes, Ralph Lauren lizard ballet flats, a Burberry jacket, a couple silk scarves, a pashmina, some Pierre Cardin belts, a James Perse shirt, a couple Ralph Lauren tops and a Charles Jourdan bag.

What he wore

To the flea market on Sunday.

vintage Ralph Lauren black lambswool sweater
Nudie Thin Finn Dry Black Coated Denim
vintage combat boots

Quote of the Week - Rudpolph Valentino

Women are not in love with me but with the picture of me on the screen. I am merely the canvas upon which the women paint their dreams.

Top 8 Best Men's Boots Fall 2010

Nothing like stumbling upon an old muse for some boot inspiration.

Here are my top picks for Fall boots:

Augusta -- Ksubi
Officine Creative -- Bruno Bordese
Bruno Bordese -- KrisVanAssche
Silvano Sassetti -- Alberto Fasciani
All available online and with free shipping at LUISAVIAROMA

Best Tie Knot for Short Men

How to Tie a Four-in-Hand Knot

The Four-in-Hand knot is recommended for shorter men. It's a small knot with a distinctive, elongated asymmetric shape that directs the eye vertically up the body and gives the impression of height. The Four in Hand was also a favourite of James Bond


Related Post - How to Tie a Skinny Tie

Quote of the Week - Cecil Beaton

The truly fashionable are beyond fashion.

Vintage Oscar de la Renta 1970

1970

worn by Candice Bergen

Tip of the Week

Avoid sending a floral mash up. A bunch of the same flower has more impact.

Style Inspiration

Women of the Resistance

The 80s failed me...

I simply can't do fanny packs no matter how black metallic mesh they are.

Quote of the Week - Winston Churchill

Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.

Tip of the Week - Fashion

Buy all-season, natural fibres for year round efficiency.

Shopping for Jeans

No, not for me thank bejeezus. It's our annual hunt for the right pair of men's denim.

These were his top picks for jeans.



Marc by Marc Jacobs - Uniform Fit
review - lady bum is not a good look for him.



Acne Jeans - Roc Cash Intense Black
review - Hot! He's going to buy these this Fall - I hope.


Nudie - Slim Jim Dry Coated Denim
review - he has slim sexy legs and the boot cut really doesn't do them justice. In my opinion, if you're blessed with slim legs you should show them off.

Naked and Famous - Skinny Guy Broken Twill Selvedge
review - nah - just ok. I like my pair of Naked and Famous though.

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These were the best.
Nudie Jeans - Thin Finn Dry Black Coated Denim

Design Lover - Thomas Stanley Thee Apple

Thomas Stanley Thee Apple Bird Feeder

The funnel design, smooth finish and sloped edges are meant to keep vermin out. I wonder if it's easy to clean. You have to keep those birds healthy.

For more on the design, visit his site - Thomas Stanley

Tip of the Week - Civility

When you're walking with someone, whoever gets to the door first holds it open for the other. Simply pull the door toward you and wait until your companion walks through. If it opens out either push it out and wait, or push it out, walk through, hold it and wait.

Quote of the Week - Humphrey Bogart

disclaimer: that is not a ball park.

A hot dog at the ball park is better than steak at the Ritz.

Imitators vs Innovators

I've been thinking about Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York today. Originally, I was trying to figure out if I could take the time off work to go. Then I started wondering if I'd really want to go. You see, in my eyes once it hits the runway it's already done. Is fashion week simply a mecca for the imitators? So be it - it's the tastemakers I'm interested in. If I can make it work I'll be in NYC this October for what I consider the premier fashion weekend. Keep your fingers crossed for me - it'll be my birthday treat to myself.

Mens Style Inspiration

U-boat Aces

You must take a look at this replica German U-boat Marine coat a gentleman took two years to make. His other handmade coats are just as amazing.

images via wikipedia, u-boat.net

There's just something about Gord...

that makes a Monday morning much more bearable.

Last Weekend on the Turntable

Nina Simone - 'Nuff Said!

Vintage Dior

1980

Quote of the Week - Author Unknown

Of all the things you wear, your expression is the most important.

My Quest Continues

Last week I introduced you to my new way of shopping. Last weekend was about home decor.

Not Made in China

Original print of Jean-Paul Goude's 'One Man Show' Printed in Denmark
vintage Italian art glass

Horse head bookends - not sure what they're made of marble or quartz perhaps?

Total price of all goods: $34

vintage Lloyd's led am/fm alarm clock (may I add - this alarm clock is awesome)
made in Hong Kong

Tip of the Week - Fashion

A white belt on dark trousers adds girth by drawing one's attention to the middle. Keep the flow of the eye moving by choosing a belt in the same shade or close to that of the fabric.