tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70676042007-10-02T12:31:59.994-04:00ChrisBlogger90125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-42229579164297727282007-10-02T12:22:00.001-04:002007-10-02T12:31:59.999-04:00

David Katz at Esquire tries on a signature Thom Browne skinny, high-water suit. Are the results laughable?Thom Browne is a tiny guy -- maybe five six and very thin -- and he is sometimes criticized for making clothes that look good only on him. As Browne instructed his assistant on which samples to pull, I wondered aloud if his suits were really going to work on a guy my size: six feet, 185

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-2717765195830914112007-08-10T17:38:00.001-04:002007-08-10T17:38:05.481-04:00

A few new, great-looking ties from Paul Stuart:Enjoy!I bought my first suits at Paul Stuart, on the advice of my father, who hooked me up with his "guy" there. I still have the small logo pin they give you.Link

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-85580359963534044572007-07-31T19:26:00.001-04:002007-07-31T19:26:57.033-04:00

You likely already know I'm not generally a fan of Marc Jacobs, but his grey winter car coat is a perfect fit for winter. It's a slight update on a classic, and a design that works spectacularly well in countless scenarios, especially in a place like New York -- where we may not have cars, but we're in need of lightweight outerwear that flexible enough to be worn to work, out after work, and

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-47218999445302875252007-07-31T18:33:00.001-04:002007-07-31T18:33:57.676-04:00

Wow -- now THIS is a great-looking boot. Rustic-looking, but not costumish. Capable of being worn in a variety of situations -- well, with jeans (a no-brainer) or ideally, some suits. Monkstraps are also very "in" at the moment, and although I'm wary of recommending anything trendy, this one has appeal that will outlast the season.Bettanin & Venturi "Norwegian"Available at Barneys.(Via

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-55569889516613279312007-07-27T15:42:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:15.443-04:00

Stumbled on this funny introduction on suits, and how to select one. And that is exactly what it will do, if you treat it right. Unfortunately the majority of suits you see look awful. This isn’t necessary. Even if you work ten hours with your jacket on, being mindful of your clothing will keep you ready for cocktails after work. Too many men either don’t care or don’t know how to wear a suit,

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-4713577678675086362007-07-05T16:45:00.001-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.671-04:00

Check this out. The hoodie-suit jacket thing is old, but this way, looks new. Details here are the unlined jacket and very lightweight hoodie. Sport coat and shirt by Calvin Klein Collection. Hoodie by Acne Jeans. Tie by Band of Outsiders. Link

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1920892953531587272007-04-30T11:54:00.001-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.671-04:00

Thought I might seize the opportunity to point out one of my favorite shoemakers, Edward Green. They're not kidding when they say that their shoes are for the "discerning few." I won't point out the prices here. Instead, I urge you to visit and use their site as a guide for better understanding what makes a great shoe. [link]

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-81729826240576600582007-04-19T16:10:00.001-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.672-04:00

Great find. Perfect for pairing with your spring wardrobe, and not pricey, either.Swiss-made, classic-yet-sporty look, and not too overly branded -- which I always hate. A great addition to almost any man's collection. $525.00Link

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-72992543032431753832007-04-19T14:45:00.001-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.672-04:00

My quest for the perfect brown leather wingtip oxford continues, with better results at Nordstrom. Mezlan 'Trenton' Oxford, $235.00I like a number of things about this shoe: The leather approaches that golden, organic and slightly imperfect look I'm after -- I despise brown leather in that bland, generic-looking Crayola brown. It's also lean-looking, but not thin and pointy enough to make your

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-51482718253622976262007-04-18T15:24:00.001-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.672-04:00

Welcome to the wild, ill-defined world of men's outerwear -- a world where there are no rules, and confusion reigns supreme. Submitted for your approval, a mere sampling of my everyday communications.A concerned reader IMs:xxxxxx: hi chris, can you help me find a jacket?Me: Sure, I'll try. What are you looking for?xxxxxx: looking for a jacket. kind of long, and in black.Me: hmm. I'm going to need

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-77803051579423600942007-04-18T13:00:00.001-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.672-04:00

This shoe is about 90% of the perfect shoe I've been seeking for the past several months. It's part of their idiotically themed "Savannah: Vintage-Inspired Looks" er, look. But don't let that fool you: This shoe is golden. I wish there were a bit less side detailing (does anyone know the technical term for that? I confess, my knowledge of shoe nomenclature is pretty thin) but I'd still wear it in

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-78936318826320495922007-04-09T15:57:00.001-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.672-04:00

A few interesting looks again from the Times. My favorite:Although, I am a bit distressed by this comment:“Light gray is the new khaki,” said Tommy Fazio, the men’s fashiondirector for Bergdorf Goodman. “I’ve been noticing that customers arereacting to lighter and lighter grays. It’s a fresh new neutral that alot of things look good with.”...Naturally, I'm concerned that light gray becoming the

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-82192905114630915402007-03-28T18:07:00.001-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.673-04:00

The NYT gets with the program and produces some rather immense coverage on the subject of the popularity of men's jewelry. Too bad they're, what, five-six years too late?Ever since the bling bang, a “why not?” kind of attitude has prevailed. All kinds of men — from the designers Stefano Gabbana and Domenico Dolce to the tennis player Marat Safin — feel comfortable flaunting jewelry.Whatever. The

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-57856162239416175762007-02-09T16:11:00.001-05:002007-07-27T15:43:43.673-04:00

Nom de Guerre is taking the wraps off its Spring/Summer 2007 Collection. It's a bit different, but many of the pieces are completely wearable even by those for whom cardigans are so last year.Here are a few of my picks: (Yes, I'm aware about the tilty nature of the first picture.)Enjoy.Nom de Guerre

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1158190215224685652006-09-13T19:22:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.673-04:00

Our NYC Fashion Week Spring 2007 coverage plods on like a vacant runway model wearing something ill-fitting and embarrassing. Today, we look at a few more collections bound for... being ignored. Or are we being a bit too hasty? John Varvatos Indeed, we are jumping the gun a bit -- but who can blame us, since it's John Varvatos that delivers the goods... which is either a sign of how bland

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1158011356753498162006-09-11T17:46:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.673-04:00

I've been saying it for some time: This past season has been little more than bland, boring, generic, and uninteresting. And if Fashion Week Fall 2006 is any indication, Spring 2007 is going to be more of the same. Egad. That being said, we here at Stylezilla remain dedicated to bringing you the latest in looks you can use -- with the caveat, of course, that many of these looks are fairly

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1157750735575719402006-09-08T17:23:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.674-04:00

Hope you all survived the stampede over at the Barneys Warehouse Sale. Today, I'm having a look at the new Hugo Boss Orange collection over at Saks. First, however, here's a primer on how Hugo Boss' collections break down: "Boss Black" is considered the brand's upscale and classy mass-market label. "Boss Orange" is a more casual sportswear look, and a bit more adventurous. Plain "Hugo" (AKA

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1156457766244435082006-08-24T18:15:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.675-04:00

If you haven't already gone to the Barneys Warehouse Sale in NYC, you've got until Sept. 4. Last year, I scored several dress shirts (one of which I'm wearing today), an armful of black dress socks. The year before that, my best find was an assortment of pocket squares, most of which I've since lost in several apartment moves. Nevertheless, it stands as my finest achievement at the Warehouse

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1155851182827517332006-08-17T17:39:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.675-04:00

Hello, and welcome from hot and humid New York City. Much has been afoot here at Stylezilla HQ. We've recently relocated cross-town to Hell's Kitchen, and the completion of a recent freelance assignment (about which I'm sworn to confidentiality) means we can again begin posting. Huzzah! Thanks to everyone who dropped me a line to ask how we're doing (even if most of you were more motivated

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1134070776432526192005-12-08T14:27:00.000-05:002007-07-27T15:43:43.675-04:00

Refinery29.com highlights a few must-see places for haute-cool men's fashion shopping in New York. In the spirit of holiday giving, feel free to print this out and leave it for your Significant Other to find. Chief among its picks is Japanese high-end streetwear/couture shop Number (N)ine. Refinery29's Gabriel Bell writes: Prep your preppy for the concrete jungle at high-end punk outfitters

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1132024772944954052005-11-14T21:27:00.000-05:002007-07-27T15:43:43.675-04:00

A reader from Richardson, TX writes: My husband, whose 34,just became an attorney. He needs suits, and we can't seem to agree on what works best for his career and age. Can you suggest any suit choices that are appropriate for him. Thanks! When at all in doubt, pick a conservative suit. If the workload or office requires a less risk-averse look, you can always liven up a suit with a

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1131988748280442692005-11-14T12:08:00.000-05:002007-07-27T15:43:43.676-04:00

A sampling of the styles of the attendees at the most recent Victoria's Secret Fashion Show here in the city, with some easily steal-able (if utterly *normal*) looks. Yes, I said Victoria's Secret. If you came seeking pictures of women and not men's fashion, you can find those here. For those of you still here, on with the show. Pharrell Williams (of N.E.R.D., The Neptunes, practically

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1130275213445531362005-10-25T17:17:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.676-04:00

A reasonable deal on this J. Lindeberg two-button pinstripe jacket over at Standard Style. Slim cut, single breast pocket, four-button detailing on the cuffs, flap pockets, three interior pockets -- the Mick Narrow Pin Blazer is a reliable, all-purpose sports jacket (not actually a blazer) -- pair it with matching (or black) pants for the office, or jeans for going out at night, cargos for a

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1129916110065725132005-10-21T13:34:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.676-04:00

Take a look at Cloak's most recent show in New York. It's a good example of what people will be wearing -- or continue to be wearing, if you ask me, since military-inspired fashion has been in for ages now, particularly during the past year or so. I loved Cloak since it first came on the scene. Now it's gone mainstream, and traded in a bit of its original fascination with the

Christag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067604.post-1124130952745464802005-08-15T14:34:00.000-04:002007-07-27T15:43:43.677-04:00

What's one of the men's fashion world's longest-running jokes? Tommy Bahama, "Purveyor of Island Lifestyles." BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA I've always wondered whether this label was just started as a bet -- "$50 to whoever gets men to look the most idiotic!" But why has it been around since 1992? Who keeps buying it?!?!? Why does it even continue to exist??!?! I'm hoping, hoping, hoping that

Chris