November 4, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
With the holidays JUST around the corner, AGAIN (can you believe it?!) most of us will have to pack our belongings and head for the highway or skyway to visit our loved ones during the busiest travel times of the year. Yikes. I normally don’t even go home for Thanksgiving so that I can spare my energy and patience for the traffic juggernaut which inevitably come on the weekend before Christmas this year. BUT, since travel is a must, how about a kit for him, and one for her, that will make moving around for the holiday much simpler?
Let’s start with For Him: The Art of Shaving’s The 4 Elements of the Perfect Shave new Mid-Size Kit brings all that he needs for grooming (Pre-Shave Oil (1oz), Shaving Cream (1.5oz), Genuine Badger Hair Shaving Brush, and After-Shave Balm (1oz)) in a perfectly-sized kit that works for carry-on bags or can easily and safely be stashed in a duffle and tossed into the car. Available in the brand’s classic scents of Sandalwood, Unscented, Lavender, and Lemon, this also makes a great gift for the men in your life or a nice, surprise, stocking suffer (retail for $60).
For Her: The Caboodles of our youth gets a professional upgrade, which takes shape in the form of the Caboodles Artiste ($79.99, Ulta). Toss in your most necessary hair products, styling tools, makeup, nail polishes, and even jewelry to easily transport, and set up your items once you reach your destination. The Artiste easily opens up and cascades out to stylishly and clearly display all that you’ve got, so that you can quickly get ready and squeeze in some quality family time, before you must hit the road and head back.
-Julia DiNardo
Full Disclosure: Products mentioned above were given for editorial review.
October 14, 2012
by fashion pulse contributor
[Images via Gap]
GQ has pulled together five of the top menswear brands in America to create an inspiring new men’s line for Gap.
The Designers:
Ian Velardi combines athletic wear with well-tailored pants and jackets to create a modern, urban look.
Marc McNairy also used sportswear along with military and workwear styles to produce a fun, eccentric line.
The brothers behind Ovadia & Sons revamp classic menswear pieces by adding pops of color and unique details to button down shirts, jackets and cargo pants.
Johan Lindeberg from BLK DNM brings in his characteristic influence by pairing black and grey pants with tuxedo jackets, cardigans and leather bombers.
The crew from Saturdays NYC creates a line suitable for both the beach and city sidewalks with casual crew neck sweaters and colorful khaki pants.
Todd Snyder refines rugged looks transforming cargo pants, parkas and camo shirts into metropolitan pieces.
AND – you can shop the collection, starting now — click here to add your favorite pieces to the shopping cart.
-Danielle Sepanek
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September 20, 2012
by fashion pulse contributor
[Image via Style.com]
You’ve seen all our favorites for spring 2013 in womenswear, but what about for menswear? We promise not to neglect what will be big for men, come spring, and we have pulled a distinct selection of looks that compiles everything from top notch suits to tried-and-true casual staples, like t-shirts. The use of color for 2013 will be huge, as well as accessorizing with scarves. Without further ado, we present the best of spring 2013, for the fashion aware dude.
1. J.Crew – This collection (above) would make Crayola proud. Color blocked polos, striped rugby sweaters, and lilac shorts and the return of cuffed pants. But, it was the Japanese chambray and navy pinstriped suit that really lined up right. This is the one stop shop for the American male 9-5 wardrobe (with the occasional after hours.)
[Image via Fashionising.com]
2. Joseph Abboud – The same textures and lines that made for strong womenswear have shifted to menswear as well. Bombers have proved to be a necessary commodity for both dress up and dress down. Yet, it was an ode to old glamour that made the most sense in Abboud’s collection; classic pieces like ivory sports coats and lightweight sweaters have us yearning (already) for summer Fridays.
[Image via Style.com]
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August 28, 2012
by fashion pulse contributor
[Hooded Parka $69.99, Shawl Collar Sweater $34.99, Flannel Shirt $29.99, Canvas Pant $34.99, Desert Boot $44.99, Duffle Bag $39.99]
Let’s face it; men who master casual, sophisticated style make us swoon, and rightfully so. Thanks to Odin, a popular men’s boutique with three locations in NYC, you can now affordably outfit your man via its appearance at Shops at Target this fall. Men won’t need a style manual or a six figure paycheck with styles starting from 14.99–$99.99. Perfect for a casual, yet put-together statement, Odin is known for being on the cutting edge of up and coming mens brands, while this collection with Target lends the brand’s co-founders’ keen eyes for classic pieces and trends that stay the course. See below for a few more of our Odin for the Shops at Target favorites.
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