John Varvatos

Khaki Suits Keep It Cool In The Spring And Summer

Dino-Ray Ramos on May 3, 2009 9:16 AM PDT

A khaki suit is like a refreshing beverage on a warm day. It's crisp. It's light and it suits (no pun intended) the season. As the cooler seasons come to a close, put your black suit on the back burner and go for some lighter fare. A suit within the color palette of khaki can look just as good and sleek as a black suit. Another bonus for the khaki garb is that a lot of them are sold as separates and there's more versatility with the pieces-- but personally, I like to keep them all together. I have a separate black and khaki blazer that I use as my fail-safe separate. With the Ralph Lauren Rugby Newbury Chino suit, you can look like the perfect dandy and with a classic Brooks Brothers two-button poplin suit you can be the refined gentleman you were meant to be. A khaki or tan suit has this "happy-go-lucky" vibe that shines with the sun. With the right shirt, tie and pocket square, a lighter suit is a must for the spring and summer seasons. Check out the slideshow for some of these cool suits that are a lighter shade of brown.

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Academy Of Art University Runway: Dahae Kim Cuts The Edge Of ...

Dino-Ray Ramos on Apr 30, 2009 8:18 AM PDT

If James Bond had a young, hip son that adored the likes of Nice Collective and John Varvatos, but wanted to wear a perfect marriage of the two, he'd have to go to Dahae Kim. From the moment her boldly-hued red suit came out on to the runway, the crowd knew they were in for a treat. Popping with structure and more-than-meets-the-eye detail, Kim's collection has an urban operative vibe that is in tune with contemporary fashion. It's sleek. It's sexy. It's now. Best of all, it's a nitrous boost of innovation that can easily carve its way into the world of modern menswear. Each look that came down the runway was thoughtful and injected with a mix of rockstar, hipster and dandyism. From afar, the coats and blazers that stomped their way down the runway (in some adamant-looking combat boots I might add) looked simple-chic, but up close, the detailing is immaculate. Seam lines and collar manipulation keep sartorial senses tingling while strategically placed zippers and atypical menswear silhouettes marched down the runway with a modest, yet unapologetic intensity. With her inspiration of disarmament and demilitarization, Kim is right ahead of the curve when it comes to men's fashion. Don't forget to check out the slideshow to see more of her work! Photo Credit: Randy Brooke

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Lace Up Them Burly Boots: Men's Boots For Spring

Amber Fijolek on Mar 6, 2009 1:18 PM PST

Winter's almost over -- and it's certainly seen the likes of weather-protection footwear to boot. But spring is a comin'! In the midst of a season switch, Mother Nature is pretty good at fooling us all -- especially when it comes to what to wear. Our feet aren't any exception! So, what else do you wear when you've got weather to battle one day yet see signs of spring the next but boots! Some of us have mastered the art of the boot -- street sidewalks are filled with what seems to be mostly women dominating the boot world, as they have worn the movement so well that they've transcended cross seasons. Guy shoe gurus too have created a balance with some of these springier boot picks! If you're stuck in a climate that demands mukluks one day and galoshes the next, slide 'em on, buckle up and enjoy the ride, boys, because the macho invasion of boot season has begun!

Tags : spring , skechers , shoes , men's shoes , john varvatos

Grooming Gifts For Your Man!

Sabrina Newman on Dec 13, 2008 6:18 AM PST

We gals are infinitely in tune with the virtues of pampering products and their ability to make us look and feel amazing. Well, we're not the only ones and believe me when I say that men - and no, not just the 'metrosexual' ones- are also quite fond of 'grooming' goodies (which we all know is just a masculine spin on pampering products) as well! Shopping for the men in your life can be quite stressful to say the least so to help you out, I've rounded up the best gifts to help your man look his best this holiday season.

Check out my SLIDESHOW for my 10 picks.

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Lace Up Boots Suitable for Fashion Combat

Dino-Ray Ramos on Oct 26, 2008 10:19 AM PDT

The other day while browsing through the men's shoe department at Bloomingdale's, DSW and the ultimate shopping mecca, Barneys New York, I became fascinated with one particular item: black lace up boots. My sartorial senses honed in on the bad ass aesthetic that mostly works with just with a pair of jeans and T-shirt. For a more ambitious look, I imagined myself in an uber-modern John Varvatos slim suit with a silhouette-friendly pair of lace ups. I even tried on a pair of JV lace ups and I immediately fell in love. I walked around Barneys to give them a test drive, strutting around like a rock n' roll runway model. I felt like the coolest guy in the world €“ but then the sales associate chastised me. Even though it was written in the stars for me to be the owner of those $600 JV boots, I reluctantly gave the wood soled boots back to the glaring associate. As soon as I got home, I printed out a picture of the boots and put them on my vision board to satisfy the universe's desire for them to be in my closet. Until then, I am going to call my dad and have him send me his old Air Force combat boots so that I can relieve my boot craving. But if you don't have a direct connection to the armed forces, here are some combat boots for you to make you look chic when you romp around the city.

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