Custom Made Jeans by Indi Denim

"Because bodies don't come in standard sizes.  So. Why should your jeans?" - Indi Denim

New custom denim website, Indi, is fresh on the scene with a very promising offer. They start with quality denim and then let you design the rest. You get to choose everything from the wash of your jeans to what type of detail you’d like on your back pockets to the diameter of your hem. Simply enter in your specific measurements (including choosing your general stomach shape, thigh shape, and even rise height) and a custom pattern will be created for you and stored forever.

Expect to pay a minimum of $175 for each pair you order though even with the higher price tag, the promise of never trying on several pairs of jeans again is so palpable you can almost taste it!

Image(s) courtesy of Indi Denim

Get A Custom Suit From Combatant Gentlemen

New men's suiting company, Combatant Gentlemen, promises quality suits at a more than reasonable price. By cutting out the wholesale process, the LA-based company has created a new, online shopping process for the young men of the world, aiming to help them an afford suit so they can (finally) land that dream job. Plus, the suits can be slightly tailored for a better fit.

Outside of affordability, Combatant Gentlemen also includes a very accessible, approachable, and eager-for-feedback staff (they are currently a team of 3!). This brand new start up has a very promising future.  Check them out at www.combatgent.com.

Plus, for a limited time, join their email list for "a chance to get fully suited, compliments of your friends at Combat Gent."

  Image(s) courtesy of combatgent.com

Spanx for Men: Yes or No?

My female clients know of my love/hate relationship with Spanx.  I don't always like having that extra layer (especially on hot summer days),  but I hate lumps and bumps more than a little extra sweating.  For many women like myself, shapewear is a necessary evil.  And now men can have the same experience [inset evil laugh here].  Introducing Spanx for men!

While I'm not sure anything other a diet or being stuffed into a sausage casing is going to make you look 10 pounds thinner, I do believe that shapewear can smooth out your lumps and bumps.  And this shouldn't be a luxury just for women (Lord knows the other options for guys aren't so great).  I know I couldn't wear half of my closet if I didn't wear Spanx.  So in the name of fashion, I am going to force my husband to test out these little beauties for you guys. 

Stay tuned for pics from my very unconvinced husband....

Image(s) courtesy of barenecessities.com

Before/After Pics: A Guide to Dress-Down-Fridays

My client was gracious enough to let me post before/after pics of him all over the internet (thank you!).  Cliff, a sex/relationship coach in the south bay, wanted to dress up his casual beach style to be a bit more professional.  Not working in an office setting, he didn't want to look like he worked in a cubicle, but did need to step it up a bit from his surfer style.

 

before

Cliff is not my first male client having issues with their dressy-casual clothing.  Whether it's casual Friday or date night, many men are unsure how to dress to impress without wearing a suit.  Take it from me, just throwing on a jacket over your favorite tee, a pair of dress shoes and your cleanest pair of jeans is not cutting it (you know who you are :)

after

We took Cliff out of his over-sized button down shirts and tees, and put him into more fitted layers in darker hues.  These darker tones, even on this red head, look stronger, more powerful and sophisticated.  Together with the better fit and more masculine colors, he's more approachable, professional, confident and ready to break into a larger client base.  What do you think?  How does your dressy-casual look compare?

Guess and GQ - Exclusive Cocktail Reception

In Support Of
Kids On The Move America

Shop the Holiday 2009 Guess Collections For Men And Women
While Enjoying Cocktails and Music By Dj Solomon

Thursday, October 15
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Guess
865 Market Street
San Francisco Center
San Francisco

Please reply by Tuesday, October 13 to info@bigpicpr.com


A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit Kids on the Move America, a non-profit youth impact project that develops, evaluates and disseminates programs that support health, social, and intellectual development in low-income children in Alameda County.

Receive 20% off of your purchase with a $5.00 minimum donation
to Kids on the Move America during the event hours.

Receive an exclusive gift in the Guess green re-usable tote
bag, including products from Guess, GQ, Bed Head,
Every Man Jack, Kiss My Face, Patron and more, with any
purchase and sign up to the Guess list loyalty program.*

*gift with purchase available while supplies last.

Image and information courtesy of Charleston Pierce Presents

Fashion Police

The hat, the belt, the tee, well...

These looks should be pretty self-explanatory.

Poor poor Clay Aiken.  Leave the

 hair straightener at home!

And speaking of hair... even Al got it wrong.  There is such a thing as too flat and to high when it comes to your "do" guys.

Your jacket should never look like it came from an pop-art

 exhibit.

Did he get dressed in the dark?  Only waiters should be wearing cropped jackets in burgundy- and even then...

Images courtesy of Splendora.com

Men's Consolidation Sale at Saks SF

Saks scours their stores nation wide for the best menswear, then consolidates it into a hand full of lucky locations to be put on sale. It's time for the Menswear Consolidation Sale, and San Francisco is one of the lucky stores getting the goods.

Take an additional 25% off for a total of UP TO 70% OFF original prices. Get ready, sale starts August 7th.

Somewhere Between Casual and Business (the top half)

The California laid back lifestyle has influenced the fashion of our day-to-day, unlike cities such as New York where you will never see flip flops and a sport coat paired together. Combine this attitude with the plethora of tech companies based in the Bay Area, and you are guaranteed to see these two looks exiting the CalTrain station: (a) For many men in Silicon Valley, business casual means a pair of khakis, short sleeved button down shirt and dress shoes, with their belts sporting the latest in cell phone technology. And (b) the translation of that into their weekend clothes means a logo t-shirt (usually showing their place of employment), baggy jeans, sport coat and dress shoes. Neither looks have any personality or style. This is not an insult towards men or their profession. It is merely an observation from a fashion point of view.

What is the underlying cause of this hodge-podge dressing? For many men, the hardest things to shop for are those looks that border the line of casual weekend and business attire. My experience is that many men are grateful not to have to wear a tie every day, if ever. But that doesn't mean you can't look sharp and well styled. The first thing to address-- what goes on top?

Endovanera
Thermal Front Shirt in White $165

This shirt is great because it is reminiscent of a tuxedo shirt, with the casual touch of a thermal knit inlay on the chest.

Shades of Greige

2-Pocket Long Sleeve Weekender Shirt in Navy Linen $79

The military styling of this button up, along with the great price, makes this a great buy.

Ted Baker

Ziggy Long Sleeve Half Button with Chest Pockets in Black $179

Not all sweaters have to look they they came of the set of "Leave it to Beaver." This is a great pull-over that can be worn over a nice shirt, and is a great alternative to a light jacket.

7 For All Mankind
Blazer in Black $294

By no means should my statement above make you think that sport coats are out of style. They are a staple to every man's wardrobe. It is a matter of the styling of the jacket, the fabric, and cut.

Theory

Steeler Luxe Shirt in Pomegranate $245

This shade of purple is going to be H-O-T for fall, and will be seen on shelves everywhere.

Pictures courtesy of Revolve Clothing. All Items shown above found on www.revolveclothing.com.