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The purveyors of the ultimate khaki pant, Dockers® and GQ Magazine’s executive stylist Brett Fahlgren, will be making a trip to Philly this upcoming weekend on the first stop of the WEAR THE PANTS® Tour. The dates and times of the event are Friday, March 29th from 9am to 3pm and Saturday 12pm to 7pm. Be on the lookout for the tricked-out, Dockers® Airstream trailer that will be stationed at 16th & Walnut Street in Center City Philly. 

Get valuable style advice from Brett, as well as, Philadelphia-based fashion stylist Bridget Marowski during the Friday session. The Dockers® Airstream will be stocked with a variety of styles, colors and fits of their beloved khakis ranging from the Alpha Khakis to the Dockers® Signature Khakis. As an added bonus, each day the first 50 attendees that mention “KHAKI Rules” will receive a pair of free khaki! You can’t beat great style advice and a pair of free Dockers® khaki. No need to pre-register for this event because it’s open to the public. Show up, get styled and walk away with some great pants. Follow @Dockers on Twitter and search #WearThePants starting this Friday!

Below are pictures by Paul + Willam for Dockers®.

See you on Friday and get some dope khakis from @Dockers®. Keep up with the WEAR THE PANTS Tour by checking out their Facebook Page.

Best,

Sabir

@MensStylePro

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Chambray Shirt by Converse One Star – Chili Red Cords by Mossimo Supply – Everett Boot by Merona

Men’s Style Pro teamed up with Target‘s online, behind the scenes magazine, A Bullseye View to style three looks for their site. The task at hand was to style 3 looks for under $100 from their fall lines. I decided to add a twist to this challenge by styling each look with some pieces from my closet as well. The idea was to show guys that you can upgrade your style without having to do a complete overhaul of your closet. Above is just one look from the Men’s Style Pro x A Bullseye View for Target feature. To read the full feature, click HERE.(http://abullseyeview.com/target-blogger-sabir-m-peele-mens-style-pro)

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Follow @TargetStyle on Twitter.

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Sabir

@MensStylePro

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This video will talk about a few updates for the rest of November and early December for Men’s Style Pro.

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Sabir
@MensStylePro

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Recently, I had the opportunity to visit the showroom of Imparali Custom Tailors on 5th Avenue in New York City. It was a pleasure to sit down with head tailor, Matt Harpalani to pick his brain about the history, service and new features of the custom clothing brand.

Who

• Imparali Custom Tailors has brick and mortar locations in NYC and in Houston Texas, as well as, their ecommerce site www.Imparali.com. Be sure to follow them via @Imparali on Twitter and Imparali Custom Tailors via Facebook.
  

What

• Custom Suits, tuxedos, sport coats, shirts and trousers. They also carry Vittorio J ties in store.

Price

• The price will vary depending on the fabric choice and extras added to orders. Prices will range from $500 to $2000 for custom suits.

Men’s Style Pro’s Review

So, there are many things that really make Imparali one of helluva custom clothing brand. Their showroom experience is top-notch (the recently added bar might add to that feeling too). Matt, the head tailor at Imparali, isn’t just knowledge about custom menswear, he’s just a great guy to have a conversation with about anything. The fabric selection in terms of custom suiting options is really out of this world. Imparali offers fabric from many of the top of the line mills like Scabal and Loro Piana, but, always support the smaller mom & pop fabric shops. When thinking of the bells and whistles for your suits, the sky is the limit in terms of options (think quarter line blazers, 2 inch cuffs on trousers, functional sleeve buttons). I was fortunate enough to have a three-piece, glen plaid, wool suit made by Imparali and I have to say it is one of my favorites hands down (feature coming soon).

For the person just getting into the custom menswear game, it is great to know that Imparali offer free alternations for life as well as a 20 year warranty on your suits. All suits jackets are fully canvas (no fusing) and my favorite detail is that the buttons are anchored on your jackets (which is a feature I am to see in any other custom clothing brand). With the addition of their eCommerce site, anyone is able to purchase their products online and can consult with their style advisors live via the web (E-tailor service). Overall, Imparali gets an A for service, product and general experience.

Special thanks to Matt Harpalani and the Imparali crew for letting me drop buy and get all measured up.

Best,

Sabir

@MensStylePro

It’s been just over two weeks since we started the reconstruction on the Men’s Style Pro site. Since things never really go as planned, the original launch date of April 8th had to be scrapped. Nevertheless, the new Men’s Style Pro is here. What we wanted to do was to give the site an e-magazine feel with more content on the homepage, interactive social media features and our favorite piece The Forums.

We are super excited to be relaunching the site, so we wanted to give our readers the opportunity to win some great stuff! Below are the details for the Men’s Style Pro Relaunch Giveaway.

Giveaway Rules 

• Open to all residents of the United States (Puerto Rico Included) & Canada.
• Giveaway runs from April 16th 1:30pm to April 23rd 11:59pm EST.
• One entry per house hold.
• The will only be one winner!

How To Enter

• Use the widget below or click the giveaway picture above.
• Mandatory: Leave your First name & first initial of your last, plus your city & state of residence (ie. Sabir P, Phila Pa).
• In addition to the  widget entry details, be sure to either Tweet or mention the phrase on Facebook “I entered the @MensStylePro Relaunch #Giveaway featuring @DragonSuits @Mantorii @NiveaMenUSA http://wp.me/p3o5TE-1C1″

Thanks for reading,

Sabir

Finding the shirt collar that compliments your style and face can be a bit of a challenge. This post features two cutaway collar shirts by Hugh & Crye. These collars would be considered an American style cutaway, which means the distance from point to point isn’t as drastic as the English cutaway. The cutaway maybe a viable option for the guy that isn’t looking for an extremely formal dress shirt, but really wants to stand out from the rest of the straight-pointed collared shirts around the office.The American version of the cutaway collar is a solid transition collar for the guy that’s interested in changing up their traditional look without going to full “dandy” status. If you’re planning to spread your collar even further, you will want to make sure your tie knot has some weight too it. A true skinny tie will not take up enough real estate with a cutaway collar and will just be out of place.

Style Tip:

• Cutaway collar shirts look great without a tie as well, so don’t be afraid to loosen up.
• Pair the cutaway collar with a denim jacket so that the formal characteristics of the cutaway collar shirt are not so jarring. The jacket will substitute for a blazer.The juxtaposition of rugged and tailor pieces paired together are an unexpected well thought-out look.
• A shirt with a tailored torso should be tailored in the sleeves as well. A tailored sleeve rolls and cuffs the best.
• An English cutaway collar can have a spread from point-to-point of about 4 inches, so choose your shirt wisely. The English cutaway collar is always wider than its American counterpart.

 Custom Navy Blazer by Indochino - Vintage White Pocket Square

Custom Glen Plaid Trousers by Imparali Custom Tailors – “The Forman” Camo Silk Tie by The Knottery

White Cutaway Collar Shirt “Renegade Groomsman” by Hugh & Crye (available online)

The Hugh & Crye fit guide is like none other, that I have experienced,for an off the rack shirt.. To check out the Hugh & Crye Fit Guide, click here. You’ll notice that the guide has for different builds specified; Skinny, Slim, Athletic & Broad. Each shirt has a corresponding torso length of  short, average or tall. These all sound like typical sizing, but, each shirt is tailored like a made-to-measure shirt. Overall, I am extremely impressed with the two-ply fabric and the fit is reminiscent of a custom piece.

 The “Lorenzo” Leather Briefcase Courtesy of Maxwell Scott (available online here)

The Men’s Style Pro x Mantorii Custom Double Monk Strap Shoe (available online here)

2. With A Denim Jacket As a Blazer

White Washed Slim Straight Chinos by Bonobos

The Multicolor “Rondo” Spread Collar Shirt by Hugh & Crye – Knit Striped Tie by Club Room

Asos Denim Jacket(Available Here) – Tortoise Shell Sunglasses via American Apparel (available here) – D-ring ribbon belt via Old Navy

Photo Credit: Marina T. Peele @CantWinkLefty

Best,

Sabir

Getting a handle on spring temperatures, especially in northeastern United States, can be a bit tricky. The mornings are cool, afternoons are warmer and the evenings are cool again. One of my favorite pieces to transition from winter to spring is the Cricket Sweater.

Steeped in a rich history of tennis, golf and of course cricket, this particular style of cable knit sweater is not just for  playing a few rounds of “whack-bat” (a la Fantastic Mr. Fox). This spring, use your cricket sweater as a layering piece or on its own when putting outfits together. Most often, cricket sweaters are constructed from light wool or cotton blend fabrics, which make them surprisingly breathable and not as heavy as your traditional winter sweaters. Below are some style tips, and two looks for inspiration, as you try out the cricket sweater. The Cricket Sweaters in this feature are from Uniqlo.

Style Tips:

• Since the cricket sweater is inherently preppy, pair it with denim, sneakers or even boots to take it down a few notches.
• In regards to fit, the waist should stop at your waist. If the sweater is too long, it will take away from its traditional tailored aesthetic. 
• Layer over a polo shirt or any collared shirt. With the deep-V at the collar, that space frames your face perfectly and complements a collared shirt well.
• Try a cricket sweater with a suit, but, do it casually. No need for a collared shirt under the sweater. Push the sleeves up on your suit jacket too if you like.
• Cricket sweaters pair the best with chinos. Use your chinos as an opportunity to inject a pop of color or as your blank canvas to complement your sweater.

Layered with a Denim Jacket

White Canvas Sneakers by Lands End Canvas – Random Pink on the Street -

Vintage Denim Jacket by Levi - Tilden White Cricket Sweater by Uniqlo - Corduroy shirt by Jack Wills

Rigger Rucksack Canvas Backpack by Navali (available online here) – Blue Chinos by Gap

A Day in the Park or at the Range

Navy Tilden Cricket Sweater by Uniqlo – Chambray Shirt by Converse – White Chinos by Bonobos - Oxblood Penny Loafers with Euros by Aldo

Zub Zen-H 20 Fire Red Watch by Nooka (available here) 

McKinnon Drivers by Johnston & Murphy – Golf Glove by Nike

Photo Credit: Michael Anthony Flores

Best,

Sabir

@MensStylePro

Giveaway is Closed – Nathanael S of Pine Hills NJ IS the Lucky Winner!

Indochino’s Traveling Tailor Series will be making its way to Philly from May 10th through the 27th. The Traveling Tailoring takes Indochino brand from web-based to a pop-up shop style, to a brick and mortar spot for you to experience the brand live. 

During your visit, Indochino’s experts will measure you up for custom suits, shirts and outerwear. After that initial measuring session, your info will be housed on Indochino.com where you can order custom pieces directly from their site. If you book and appointment and purchase a suit, you be treated to a free custom shirt and gift set too ($160 value, available in limited quantities). Not only will you be able to meet with Indochino style experts, you will also be able to experience the fabrics and accessories first hand. So, this event is definitely worth-while. 

While you’re at the event, be sure to share your experience on the web with the hashtag #SuitUpPHI.

To book an appointment click below:

On May 21st, I’ll be on hand for on-site styling at the Philly Traveling Tailor. Book your appointment between 5-8pm to meet with me.

Location:

1518 Walnut Street (Right the corner of 15 & walnut).

Times: Mon-Friday 8am – 8pm | Saturdays 9am -7pm | Sunday 11am – 7pm

Keep up with with the Indochino Traveling Tailor via the Facebook

The Men’s Style Pro x Indochino #SuitUpPHI Giveaway

To celebrate the Indochino Traveling Tailor coming to Philly, Men’s Style Pro has team up to giveaway a (1) Two Piece Indochino Essential Suit (value of $379). There are 8 different suits that one lucky winner will get to pick one from.

Giveaway Rule & Guidelines:

• Open to all residents of the United States & Canada (including DC & Puerto Rico).
• Opens May 3rd through May 9th 11:59pm EST.
• 1 winner.

How to Enter

•  Mandatory: Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter.
•  Mandatory: Leave your 1st name, 1st initial of your last name + your city/state of residence (Sabir P, Phila, Pa).
• Like @Indochino on Twitter or @Indochino on Facebook.
• Enter this phrase on Twitter or your Facebook status: “I Entered The @MensStylePro x @Indochino #SuitUpPHI Giveaway http://wp.me/p3o5TE-1EH”
• Monitor the Indochino Traveling Tailor Group on Facebook.

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Sabir

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The linen suit has been revamped over the years. Moving away from the baggy island version of itself, the new linen suit is tailored for the modern man. Something that stood out to us about many linen suits in the past is how drab they were. Most often these suits were off-white or navy, but there was no pop to them. Instead of going ham and jumping right into a plaid, gingham or tartan linen suit, we decided to bring your three versions of the classic pinstripe linen suit.

 (suits by Hackett London, Indochino & Dragon Inside).

1. All Business with Hackett London (the Wool/Linen Blend)

Double Breasted Pinstripe Linen & Wool Blend Suit by Hackett London from their Mayfair Collection

One big problem with the older style linen suit was the structure of the fabric. You don’t want to be the guy suffering from potato sack syndrome, you do want to look cool and literally be cool. Of course, linen wrinkles as you wear it, so if you are a guy that has to wear suits to work during the summer months skip linen during the work week and save the wrinkles for the weekend. This particular suit is a 50% wool, %50 linen blend. The wool gives this suit the structure and body of a traditional all wool suit and you get to stay cool due to the light quality of the linen fabric. 

Style Tips:

• A pinstriped suit is bold. A double-breasted, pinstriped suit is bold as hell. You’ll need to pick and choose when and where you’ll throw this on. 
• A navy suit really makes your pinstripes stand out. Pair down this suit with a neutral shoe and a pastel shirt.
• A suit of this build is meant to be broken into separates. You know the drill. Mix it up!
• For a bit of a twist, switch out the black buttons for darker horn options.

Pink Custom Shirt by Enzo Custom Philly Location | Pocket Square by Bo Clothing for Bespoke Post | Pindot Silk Tie by Frank & Oak

Silver Dial Watch by Timex 

Tassel Loafers by Zara | Lavender Socks by Uniqlo

2. The Full Three Piece – Dragon Inside Ecru Linen Suit

Linen Three Piece Custom Ecru Suit by Dragon Inside |

2. The Full Three Piece – Dragon Inside Ecru Linen Suit

Of course we can’t give up on the classic beige linen suit, but, we did find one with a very subtle sky blue pinstripe. Even though the modern linen suit is more tailored, don’t forget it can still be worn casually. Ditch the traditional pointed collar shirt and get summer fresh with a band collar. 

Style Tip:

• If you’re going custom or you’re lucky enough to find a well fitting suit off-the-rack, opt for peak lapels. Peak lapels are dressier, which will give you the option to wear this suit to summer weddings or outdoor parties.
• A subtle pinstripe like the sky blue one in this look, will make your beige linen suit stand out just enough. 
• Rocking a full three piece of any kind can be a cumbersome task, however, the breathable fabric and light color of this suit will keep you cool.

Band Collar Shirt by H&M | Persol Havana Brown Sunglasses via Coastal.com |

Gingham Cotton Pocket Square by Merona via Target

3. The Waist Coat & Trouser by Indochino

Custom Pinstripe Brown Linen Waist Coat & Trousers by Indochino

Plain and Simple…..Don’t Forget The Power Of Brown! Brown is one of the most underrated suit colors and when paired with linen, the combination is sleek and business ready. The texture of the linen is a great complement to the brown color too! Keep the pinstripes as subtle as possible because you may want this suit as a work option. People shouldn’t notice the pinstriping unless they are standing right next to you.

Style Tips

• Brown linen pairs best with pale pink, blue, purple and yellow shirts. 
• A tailored chambray shirt is a good option as well.
• If you decide to wear a tie, don’t shy away from mixing patterns. Just be mindful of the proportion and scale of your tie to suit pattern.
• This suit is a great option for the office in the summer because it doesn’t give off the vacation outfit vibe.

Ray-ban Tortoise Sunglasses via Coastal.com

Knit Tie by Club Room | English Spread Collar Oxford Shirt by Trashness.com

Photography: Marina T. Peele @CantWinkLefty

Best,

Sabir @MensStylePro

As I mentioned in the Bally Weekender Bag piece, we attended the menswear trade show, Pitti Uomo 84 in Florence Italy this past June. During the four-day event, buyers, editors & bloggers converge on the menswear mecca at the Fortezza da Basso to get the first glimpse for the S/S 14 lines of many of our favorite and some new brands. Part of the allure of Pitti is running into some of the menswear all-stars (or at least those dudes that you troll the internet for to peep their steez) like Nick Wooster, Scott Schuman and Lino Ieluzzi just to name a few. 

After meeting those dudes you can refocus and get down to the matter at hand, getting the details on the clothing lines for next year. One of the most surreal experiences about these trade shows is the opportunity to meet the designers and pick their brains for a bit. Hearing the ideas and inspiration coming directly from the people that we know because their names are often stitch onto our garment labels is something like listening to someone speak about their children that they are so proud of.

Beside guys walking around peacocking for the cameras, Pitti is a place that really made for artist. The displays that many of the clothing brands use are nothing short of an artist landscape. The visual art of the atmosphere infused itself into this year’s theme, Pitti Zroommm!! You’ll see from the video about and some of the images below the abundance of retro motorcycles throughout the Fortezza. Brands like G-Star Raw really complemented the Zroommm theme with their raw black & indigo denim, horse & boating racing paraphernalia strategically placed about their exhibit. Below is a chronicle of our visit to the trade show better known as Pitti Uomo (all shot by Marina T. Peele).

My Outfits for Italy

Cotton Checked Blazer by Frank & Oak | Cutaway Collar Shirt by Hugh & Crye | 521 Slim Taper Dark Wash Jeans | Men’s Style Pro x Mantorii Double Monks Strap | Lapel Flower by Jacklapel.com | Pocket Rounds by TheTiebar.com

On the left: Mr. Angel Ramos of Angel | Bespoke | Me: Wearing custom linen jacket & waist coat by Dragon Inside – Band collar shirt by H&M – Sky blue trousers by Levi’s

Custom Checked Double Breasted Blazer by Enzo Custom | Lapel Flower by Jacklapel.com | White Chinos by Bonobos| Green laptop sleeve via 5below | Linen Pocket Square by Thetiebar.com|

hanging with Funfere Keniye Keniye Koroye aka @Fusionkelvar

Cotton Double Breasted Blazer by Barque New York (available online) | V-neck t-shirt by Gap | Joseph Marc Aviators via Coastal.com

Navy Pocket Square via Dragon Inside | White & Red Square by Bo Clothing | Vintage Gold Safety Pin on lapel

Dockers Alpha Khakis | Lands End Canvas Sneakers

Chambray Calder Workshirt by Ernest Alexander | Vintage Braces | Custom checked trousers part of suit from Enzo Custom | Men’s Style Pro x Mantorii Custom Double Monkstrap shoes

Hanging with the fellas at Pitti Ouomo 84

Hanging with Saman Amel & Angel Ramos

Meeting a style icon Guerre

Dapper Lou & Quentin Washington

Guys hanging on the Pitti Wall at Pitti Uomo 84

Quintessential Pitti Style 

Eyeing up a collections at Pitti 

Summer Style at Pitti Uomo 84

Added Perk: There are always beautiful women at Pitti Uomo

Best of Pitti Uomo 84

Best Luxury Brand : Brunello Cucinelli Spring/Summer 14

Best Outerwear:  Hancock

Best Sportswear : Victorinox Swiss Army

Best Swimwear: Okun Africa. Beachwear

Best Footwear Brand: Grenson 

Best Bags & Travel Gear: Want Les Essentiels De la Vie

Best Eyewear (Sunglasses): ShWood

Most Creative Brand: Art Comes First

All photography by Marina T. Peele (@Cantwinklefty)

Best,

Sabir

@MensStylePro

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The masterminds behind Armstrong  & Wilson, Ontario and Clifton respectively, have upped the ante on their well-known and acclaimed pocket squares with their trademark “button” embellishment. For the first time in the brand’s history, Armstrong & Wilson have introduced a few pocket squares into their spring/summer 12′ line without their trademark button, as well as, few with ruffled edges for a more worn in look. The new line of squares are all made of cotton for the spring/summer 12′ which is the most appropriate for the warmer weather. For the Armstrong & Wilson faithful, some of the squares in the new line are still adorned with the button that we know and love (so don’t head for the hills and start sewing buttons on your old squares). Below are a few of the new pocket squares that are now available for purchase Armstrong & Wilson. Add some kick to your blazer pockets this summer and go floral or maybe a nice plaid pattern! Don’t forget to check out their feature via GQ Online Blog – The Eye.

Armstrong & Wilson “Mr. South Beach”

Armstrong & Wilson “The Florist”

Armstrong & Wilson “The Florist”

Armstrong & Wilson “The Flower Picker”

Shop www.ArmstrongandWilson.com for all Armstrong & Wilson pocket squares. Follow Armstrong & Wilson on Twitter @ArmstrongWilson.

Best,

Sabir