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Get With It: Carry A Bag.

Yep. I’m a woman who is obsessed with bags (and shoes). Here are a few manly bags worthy of checking out:

What Color Socks Should I Wear?

I’ve been hearing that question quite a bit lately. “Shouldn’t my socks be the same color as my shoes?” NO. Your socks should match your trousers NOT your shoes. Think of it this way: If you’re wearing black shoes and socks with grey trousers, the matching socks & shoes will trick the eye to give [...]

Adventures with Braces and Monk Strap Shoes

A few weeks ago I saw a young man at a local pub wearing braces. To say the least I was happy to see this, but after further investigation I noticed he was also wearing a belt. I approached the young man to compliment him on wearing braces, and he proceeded to tell me that [...]

I’m Ready for Fall, Aren’t You?

It’s been awfully hot this summer here in Austin and it seems the weather has been blistering where ever I travel. I’m ready for the cool weather, falling leaves, layers, warm fabrics, sweaters, tweeds, cords, and tall boots. First, I’ll start with PANTONE‘s colours for Fall 2011: Now, a few fall looks from some of [...]

Summer Shades

The Wayfarer has been hot but another vintage frame is making it’s way back onto sunny summer faces. If you’re searching for a new look try on the Clubmaster by Ray Ban this summer. The Yukel by Moscot and the Romiley by Paul Smith are two very similar classic styles. Already have a pair of [...]

“The summer night is like a perfection of thought.” -Wallace Stevens

The New England Shirt Co. Light Blue Gingham shirt can be found at STAG menswear boutique in Austin, Texas.

Khaki Suits, Stripes, and Chambray for Spring:

You can find the Life After Denim Red Chambray Shorts, Earnest Alexander British Tan Wax Overnight Bag, and HELM Handmade Boots at STAG menswear boutique in Austin, Texas.

Again… with the Pocket Squares.

I recently took a trip to NYC and Boston where was able to attend to a few suit & tie, business type events. I was appalled that not one man was wearing a pocket square in his suit jacket (I could also complain that most of the suits were black and if there was a [...]

“It’s spring fever. That’s what the name of it is. And when you’ve got it, you want – oh, you don’t quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so!” – Mark Twain

You can find The Hill-Side Selvedge Lightweight Gingham Chambray Pocket Square at STAG menswear boutique in Austin, Texas.