Stylish Men: Jamie Foxx

A few entries back I listed some of the most stylish men in the public eye and accidentally omitted Jamie Foxx. Well, Jamie, my bad. This guy does the whole A-list Hollywood actor thing pretty well, excellent taste in eye-wear, if I may say so.

CoSTUME NATIONAL.

Great stuff, very spendy, worth a gander though. Menswear as well as women's. A lot of black on black. I'm into it, check it out.



http://store.costumenational.com

Bona Drag.

This is for the ladies. A good female friend of mine with good tasted showed me this site, some very interesting one-of-a-kind-type items. Check it out.


http://www.bonadrag.com

A Few Good Men.

These are a few gentlemen in the public eye that can dress, in my opinion. Hopefully we can all take something away from their style and make it our own. You don't want to look like every other guy out there. Trends are ok, just don't look trendy head to toe. Mix it up. Simplicity is always good. When in doubt, buy something classic that will stand the test of time.

Since we're on the subject of facial hair...

COOL OR TOOL?: THE GOATEE

Once or twice a year, often after an extended vacation, the average adult male is confronted with a face full of scruff and a choice. Nine times out of ten he dutifully reaches for a razor and removes the growth, but every now and then he is unable to resist the temptation to get creative with the shaggy canvas before him. It's at this crucial moment that bad grooming decisions are made—and lives destroyed. The options open to him are many, but few are safe. The mustache, even in ironic form, is fraught with peril—yet still classic enough to work under the right conditions. And though carving out a beard might be a hipster trend, it's hard to argue with a style that makes you look like a man.

Then there's the shaving detour that, if not navigated with pinpoint precision, can lead to disaster. The goatee comes in many forms—the French fork, the musketeer, the Vandyke—but none are easy to pull off. The failed effort is to the face what the clip-on cell-phone holster is to the belt, and is often accompanied by electric-blue neoprene sunglass straps (perhaps the only time such an accessory is a welcome distraction). The bad goatee is worn by the guy who served you at the big-box electronics store, or by beefy men who carry clipboards that match their polo shirts. If it had a soundtrack, it would feature generic mid-nineties guitar rock.

If employed correctly, however, the goatee can offer the illusion of length to men with round faces, or bring strength to a weak chin. For others, it's a natural extension of their identity, a nice complement to a tracksuit or—in the case of salt-and-pepper goatees—a shiny double-breasted jacket. There are successes, but beyond the Central Casting clichés, spotting a successful goatee in the wild is not unlike coming across the elusive Sasquatch. It's all a bit blurry—was it a shadow, a hairy mess, your imagination?

-Details Magazine.

Facial Hair, by A. Munro

Ahh facial hair….the sole male accessory that cannot be duplicated by the opposite sex. It can create an allure of mystery and confidence, confirm one’s status as the alpha male and even entice an unsure prey…all without a single uttered word. Legends have been told about a perfect 4 o’clock shadow and careers made on perfecting the male goatee. Like with most accessories, this look is easier for boys naturally endowed with the powers of cool. However, a well groomed, not overly designed, hair creation can recapitulate your look and enhance all those traits you secretly want people to notice. When we see a slightly disheveled boy walk in his scruff lets us know he was too preoccupied to shave…did he spend his night creating art and was so enthralled that earthly grooming customs did not apply? Was a certain femme fatale responsible for his appearance after a night of mind-blowing sex? The possibilities are endless but the guaranteed result is a uniform interest in the boy in question. And, of course, there are also the unquestionable references to James Bond, Jack Sparrow and tormented rock star that may score you a stone cold 9. The point is every boy should try this look at least once in their life…you will not be disappointed with what you discover.





However, a few pieces of advice. The soul patch is NOT ok. EVER. Neither are flesh colored beards. Also avoid anything that may be misconstrued as pubes on your face. If we wanted to make out with a cooter we would date a girl. You’re welcome. :)

Let me tell you 'bout my best friends...

My colognes, photo by me.

J. Lindeberg, YES.

One of the labels I definitely approve of. Unique and classic cuts. Worth the money.




http://www.jlindeberg.com/#maincollection

The Motorcycle Jacket, by A. Munro.

Yes kiddies, it is time for another instalment of "DO's for boys." The day's topic of discussion: the motorcycle jacket.

The epitome of cool and sexy since mens' idea of flirting involved dragging the object of their affection by her luscious locks to the nearest cave, leather has continued to be a wardrobe staple of any man who considers clothing as something more than a necessary evil. And yes, leather has had its share of abuse and gross misjudgement throughout history (see MC Hammer). But when one considers a simple black leather motorcycle jacket on a boy who wears it with confidence it becomes PAINFULLY clear why James and Marlon and Brad and Johnny make girls hyperventilate... The jacket is universally sexy not only because the connotation of a man wearing animal skins resonates so deeply with our primal instincts. It is also the unequivocal sign for an impossibly cool, and more importantly BAD, boy. And yes, once again, we do all want a bad boy (the ones that say otherwise are lying).

Mind you, when planning on this addition to your collection be aware that the key is to exist without trying. That is to say, the jacket should be well tailored, black, and tres simple. Bonus points for signs of wear.

And if you happen to actually know how to ride a motorcycle...or... God help us, own one, you may find a lovely admirer purring next to you while wearing said leather jacket...and nothing else.

Unique Fashion Sense: Jack White

I dig it. He obviously cares about how he looks, it suits him well. It doesn't hurt that he's one of the most talented musicians around, kind of sells the look. Check out the Dead Weather if you haven't yet, one of the best live shows i've seen in a while.