The six brands you need to know about now.

The men’s fashion industry seems to have new brands, collaborations, and exclusive releases daily. It’s like a full time job just to try and keep up with what’s happening next. One missed email and you might miss out on a piece you have been lusting after. I’ll be honest, I’m just as overwhelmed as everyone else. It can be difficult to sort the ‘crap’ from the stuff you really want to know about. There is no question social media has given a voice to… well… anyone. Anyone can launch a brand, create a replica, or create hype. I’ve narrowed my list of ‘mens designers to check out now’ to six. I wear all these guys and I’m even more excited about what they have coming for fall and winter…

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My Guide to “sorta” dressing up (part 1)

Before we get started I’m going to assume a couple of things. If your reading this post, you know something about my daily style. If not, check out my daily looks on Instagram NOW! I’m not a big suit and tie guy or even a fan of having to dress up in general. I moved to California for a reason you know. Jeans are part of my daily uniform and casual attire is what I feel most comfortable in. That being said… there are many occasions in life which call for us men to dress up. I’m not talking about a wedding or a funeral. If you didn’t know you need a suit for those, your momma didn’t raise you right. But… how do we, as men, dress for nice a nice dinner out with our wife or girlfriend without wearing a suit? That’s been my issue as of late. I’m going to break this discussion into three posts. Today’s is your top half, next week will be pants, and two weeks from now, shoes. I’ve got three suggestions that have worked well for me on what to wear on your top, so here we go.

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My top 5 pics right now! BOMBS AWAY…

Want to feel like you’re a fighter pilot… or maybe just look the part?

I will start things off with my new one from John Elliott + Co

These jackets are all the rage right now and I’m totally on board. Don’t buy them too slim – they look amazing with some layers and a hoodie underneath.

Here I am wearing the John Elliott + Co iridescent bomber

  

Full outfit details

Hoodie & pants – AMIRI

Shoes – Balenciaga

Shades – Louis Vuitton

Necklace – Gucci

Bomber + Long sleeve tee – John Elliott + Co

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John Elliott + Co – Iridescent Flight Jacket – Olive
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Fred Perry x Raf Simons – quilted bomber
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Stampd – strapped bomber jacket – avail for pre/order
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FEAR OF GOD – Canvas Bomber (barneys exclusive)
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Tomorrowland Zip-Front Bomber
Go ahead a shop away… Have a good weekend / Kyle 

The 6 New Rules of Wearing Tailored Sweatpants

If you have been wondering how to properly take your sweatpants game out on the street, this video from GQ and John Elliott + Co is a must watch.

 

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Fall Collection from John Elliot + Co
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Keeping the fit loose up top and fitted down low