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Fall is a great time to add a little color to your style, which can be approached a variety of ways. You can go big and bold, or keep it understated. Here's one way to give a subtle nod to the season with some well-placed autumn accents. VIEW MORE ▶︎
Any conversation about the elements of fall style will likely focus on a few key things: layering, fabrics, and textures. Certainly some of my favorite fall style components, but let's talk about something usually reserved for discussions about foliage: color. And, more specifically, jewel tones. There's nothing sharper in the fall than the addition of some rich jewel tones. Here's one way to incorporate them into your look. VIEW MORE ▶︎
This last month has been quite a whirlwind for us here at HSS. Lots of travel, lots of new collaborations, and lots of new projects. It's the best kind of busy, but there've definitely been moments when I feel like my back has been against the wall. I'm trying to take it all in stride and keep the content (including the new video series) coming, which has led me to often reflect and think, "where has the time gone?" Case in point: I can't believe that it's been nearly a month since New York Fashion Week. Other obligations kept me from attending more shows and events that I'd hoped to see, but I was able to sneak up for the weekend. Here's one of the outfits I brought along. VIEW MORE ▶︎
An unfortunate pant style from the early 2010s reminiscent of the Hammer Pants of the 1980s popularized by Stanley Burell.
A young, urban, heterosexual male with liberal political views, an interest in fashion, and a refined sense of taste.
A man’s comfortable jacket, typically made of velvet, formerly worn while smoking after dinner.
An ankle-length boot made with a suede upper and a crepe leather sole.
A type of outer garment that is half shirt, half jacket. Kind of both. But not either.
A multicolored diamond pattern, sometimes with overplaid, usually in wool; originally knitted in England on hand frames, it is now made by machines and applied primarily to socks and sweaters.
A trend in fashion in which clothing designed for athletic workouts at a gymnasium, sometimes termed activewear, is worn outside of the gym to go to the office or shopping or other social occasions.
A small, thin suitcase that is used especially for carrying papers and documents.
The height, distance and spacing of a coat’s front buttons relative to its front edge and waist.
A man who places particular importance upon physical appearance, refined language, and leisurely hobbies, pursued with the appearance of nonchalance in a cult of Self.
A unisex fashion trend characterized by unpretentious, average-looking clothing.
You can get by in life by just maintaining the status quo. By simply doing what's expected of you. But to be truly exceptional—to stand out and above—requires you to challenge limits, both those set by others and those you set for yourself. This doesn't mean constantly questioning authority or being an unapologetic rebel, necessarily, but rather having an inner drive that makes you strive relentlessly to be better than you are. Some people view limits as borders, others accept them as challenges. VIEW MORE ▶︎
Though it's just about time to swap summer-weight fabrics for those more fitting for fall, I wanted to wring one more look out of my seersucker suit. From summer wedding to business to suit separates, I've dedicated the past couple of weeks to showing off its versatility. So before this suit is retired for the season, here's a nod to classic style with a little bit of a personal touch via some interesting cuff links. VIEW MORE ▶︎
It's been a while since I've given you guys a peek inside my home. Do you remember the last time? Well, we're not exactly going inside this time, but I thought I'd show you where I spend some time relaxing each day. Welcome to my front porch. VIEW MORE ▶︎
Train travel is something I've loved ever since I was a kid. I can still remember my first real train trip—just a short ride between my hometown, Schenectady, NY, and nearby Amsterdam—which was arranged expressly for me to have the experience. It's a good thing that I still enjoy riding the rails because it's something that's become much more frequent and necessary as the blog has continued to grow. VIEW MORE ▶︎
This was completely unplanned, but exactly one year ago I published an almost identical look, focusing on the resurgence in popularity of the double-breasted blazer. Dedicated readers know that one of my absolute favorite things to illustrate is what I call the small changes/big impact principle. Meaning, you can make the same basic outfit give off a completely different vibe and character with just a few minor changes. How did I do it here? Look back, then read on. VIEW MORE ▶︎
