LOVE, TRUNKS AND GETTING THAT EXTRA TAN

My closet is filled with almost all things preppy – yes, even my beach shorts. Mom would even wonder why most of them are in pink, purple, lime and of course, red. I mean, hey, don’t blame me if I look pretty good in them! Though I only go to Ralph Lauren, Speedo and Vilebrequin, I have discovered Love Brand & Co. to be not at all bad! Set up only last year by Oliver Tomalin, a young English designer, this new socially responsible lifestyle brand promises to expand through a series of ready-to-wear products, each intrinsically dedicated to a relevant charity. The first, ‘Trunks for Trunks’ (swimming trunks for endangered Asian elephants) was inspired and motivated by the plight of the iconic animal. He saw a great opportunity to help the Elephant Family in a credible and savvy way, by creating his superbly designed collection of state of the art men's swim. Impressive! And the best thing about this SS12 collection - it has a classic European cut like all my weekend shorts and loosely tailored for a stylish and comfortable fit. I should be wearing one this weekend at Tali but damnit, I might as well just keep my mouth shut. I need a tan!

MICHAEL BASTIAN ON LUXURY AND HIS SUITING COLLECTION FOR BARNEYS NEW YORK

( Michael Bastain on luxury, function and flair.)

SAILBOAT WEEKEND AND SEERSUCKERS

My sister and I spent the weekend at the yacht club, getting our much needed tan from the afternoon sun while waiting for the sun to set.



No, we didn’t toast for victory and no, the wind wasn’t blowing 22 knots nor did we go behind the buoy. I got 3 shades darker though.


(An essential classic preppy wardrobe, seersucker shorts, pique cotton shirt and yes, pullovers wrapped around the shoulders. Bespoke seersucker shorts, pique cotton shirt from Massimo Dutti, tan loafers from Gucci and lime pullover from Seven)

NAVY FOR BILL

Former US president William “Bill” Clinton's style was standard fare for men during the 90's but he still managed to look polished and sharp.


(Bill and Hillary Clinton)

Though, not many have been attributed to him compared to John Fitzgerald Kennedy, both have undeniably left an indelible mark on American style.

Kennedy was obviously East Coast preppy! Clinton on the other hand was all about the perfect accessory – the necktie!



Jesse Chao, head designer and founder of Vittorio J personally designed a classic custom tie in blue with white and red accents, complimented by matching saddle stitching on the back.

Dedicated to adding “originality and coolness” into today’s modern man’s goods, the 100% silk fabric has red and white accents and is complimented by matching saddle stitching, on the back. Collection.



(Vittorio J necktie in blue custom made for Bill Clinton)

“ Made out of 100% silk fabric, the custom tie was cut, folded and hand-sewn in Naples by artisanal craftsmen. Also, the silk came from the best fabric house in England and is exclusive to the Vittorio J Exclusives Collection.” Said Chao.

Not bad, huh!