COZY UP FOR FALL

OK, I know I shouldn’t be stressing myself out for next month’s trip but I’m not the type who’d just throw whatever inside his luggage and buzzinga, “that perfect outfit” (insert ray of light).

Dressing for fall is easy when you’re the “hoodie” type of guy – not me! And yes, it isn’t as easy as rearranging your furniture daily.

Anyhoo, I don’t mind having my nippies frozen – I mean, your style shouldn't go limp as the temperature drops.

Fall offer us guys the chance to dress both stylishly and comfortably (and hopefully, not looking like the Michelin man. You don’t need that unnecessary bulk!). Think a broad range of muted tones, eye-catching patterns, and interesting textures.

It’s really all about color and texture and pairing your outfit with the right accessory. If you’re looking to upgrade your style this fall, but you’re not sure how to do it, the simplest way is through color and texture. As the months grow cooler, the colors grow richer, with deep reds, dark denim, olive, rich marsala, cypress greens, and royal blues leading the way. These shades have a rich and rugged, manly feel that also works well in the city. Choose a bold color to wear and then add some texture in the form of a nice alpaca scarf or a chunky cable-knit sweater (because nothing is cozier than a chunky sweater).Note to self - chunky doesn't mean baggy.

Here’s my fall cheat sheet that will not only make you feel good, they’ll make you look good too.

And please stop being clueless and dress appropriately. Being befuddled is only cute for like two minutes, then it’s just annoying and makes everyone want to murder you!

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In case you've been hibernating for the past months, the weather has continually been dropping in my neck of the woods as if you've just stepped out of your refrigerator that just got defrosted. That may simply mean scattered afternoon showers, damp sidewalks and layers of billowing outerwear in black and grey.






(Here are a few pieces from Kitsune to add to your “Ber” necessities.)

Though I have become accustomed to prepster-essentials like cardigans, blazers and grown-up schoolboy Americana, the options for this season are endless, and utility chic continues to be a strong, wearable trend that's easily paired with closet staples like my plaids, ginghams and basic crisp white shirts.

My typical menswear silhouette is characterized by voluminous coats (yup, I’m reviving my parka) and narrow trousers paired with chunky brogues – yes, I never stray too far from my roots.