The Grey is the most versatile suit color in the transitional menswear category.  I pleaded my case on The Rhode Show on WPRI. Model Dan in Smart Casual:Brown leather jacket at Bobby from Bostonv-neck T’s by Alternative at Sault New EnglandGrey Plaid pants by Ben ShermanMoccasins by Rancourt & Co at Ball and BuckModel Gusteavo in Business:Grey stripe suit by Ben ShermanBlue stripe shirt by ReissOrgange/blue tie by ReissMerlot shoes by Allen Edmond’sHoliday-themed socks by Happy Socks at Uniform BostonMode James in Elegant Casual/Business Casual: Grey Plaid Blazer by Ben ShermanMustard cardigan by Scotch and Soda at Uniform BostonV-neck T’s by Alternative at Sault New EnglandDark blue Jeans by Levis at Uniform BostonGrey/Brown Saddle shoes by Walkover at Ball and BuckModel JR in Formal:Sharkskin Grey Suit by Ben ShermanWhite Shirt by ReissNavy Bow tie by ReissBlack shoes by Allen Edmonds Special thanks to Safari Modeling, Ben Sherman, Uniform Boston, Sault New England, Allen Edmonds, Ball and Buck, scott james, and Reiss.
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The Grey is the most versatile suit color in the transitional menswear category. 

I pleaded my case on The Rhode Show on WPRI.
Model Dan in Smart Casual:
Brown leather jacket at Bobby from Boston
v-neck T’s by Alternative at Sault New England
Grey Plaid pants by Ben Sherman
Moccasins by Rancourt & Co at Ball and Buck

Model Gusteavo in Business:
Grey stripe suit by Ben Sherman
Blue stripe shirt by Reiss
Organge/blue tie by Reiss
Merlot shoes by Allen Edmond’s
Holiday-themed socks by Happy Socks at Uniform Boston

Mode James in Elegant Casual/Business Casual:
Grey Plaid Blazer by Ben Sherman
Mustard cardigan by Scotch and Soda at Uniform Boston
V-neck T’s by Alternative at Sault New England
Dark blue Jeans by Levis at Uniform Boston
Grey/Brown Saddle shoes by Walkover at Ball and Buck

Model JR in Formal:
Sharkskin Grey Suit by Ben Sherman
White Shirt by Reiss
Navy Bow tie by Reiss
Black shoes by Allen Edmonds

Special thanks to Safari Modeling, Ben Sherman, Uniform Boston, Sault New England, Allen Edmonds, Ball and Buck, scott james, and Reiss.

Source: wpri.com

Reiss for a Spring/Summer 2012 Collection Preview by Erin Souza Photo: MELISSA OSTROW Jeff Lahens, men’s style curator at DressCode Boston The man who styled the evening’s male models could have walked the runway himself. He wore a Reiss two-button suit and coral scarf with pieces from his own closet, including a Misura shirt of his own design, Allen Edmonds boots, and his favorite vintage glasses. Jeff has a true appreciation for the  classics: “I always admired the way my dad and my uncles dressed.” His style in a handful of words? Personal, functional, effortless, uplifting, trend-proof, and dress-code-appropriate. This designer and stylist’s list of spring staples includes reliable V-neck tees, pastel linen scarves, layering pieces like cardigans, and Tretorn shoes.
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Reiss for a Spring/Summer 2012 Collection Preview

by Erin Souza

Photo: MELISSA OSTROW

Jeff Lahens, men’s style curator at DressCode Boston

The man who styled the evening’s male models could have walked the runway himself. He wore a Reiss two-button suit and coral scarf with pieces from his own closet, including a Misura shirt of his own design, Allen Edmonds boots, and his favorite vintage glasses.

Jeff has a true appreciation for the  classics: “I always admired the way my dad and my uncles dressed.”

His style in a handful of words? Personal, functional, effortless, uplifting, trend-proof, and dress-code-appropriate.

This designer and stylist’s list of spring staples includes reliable V-neck tees, pastel linen scarves, layering pieces like cardigans, and Tretorn shoes.

Analyze this…

There is something about vintage fashion that sets off some chemical imbalance in my brain. This was no different when I was introduced to Psychiatrist Dr. Lightfoot’s series of vintage outerwear and accessories.

This amazing wool coat known now as The 70’s Coat, was purchased in Harvard Square for $120 in 1977. Details: 100% wool, notch lapel, double breasted with 6 leather buttons, shoulder epaulets, slash pockets, and back vent closure with 5 horn buttons.

Custom leather jacket, also known as The Shaft Jacket was purchased for $175 at Lee Imports on Newbury Street in 1978. Check out the doctor’s $30 vintage handmade carryall.  He’s a bad mother…shut your mouth!

In conclusion we learned: Dr Lightfoot picked some cool names for his special clothes; $100 was a lot of dough back in the 70’s; and to maximize your wardrobe ROI you should invest in quality timeless fashion. Thank you Dr. Lightfoot.

Photographer: Tracy Aiguier

Stylists: Dana Moscardelli and Jeff Lahens.