Everything You Need to Know About Styling Your Guy

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Definitive Guide on How to Style Your Guy

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Surely it's happened to you: a fellow in your lifemaybe a buddy, perhaps a boyfriendasks

you for wardrobe help. As he should, of course, since you're stylish, chic, and perfectly put

together. But just because you've figured out your own look doesn't mean you can instantly

assemble his. Menswear is its own beast, which is why we've compiled this styling andshopping guide for you.

From where a tie should hit to most important thing to know when buying a suit, we've got

tips and tricks galore from some of the most influential fashion insiders. Read on for our

crash course in dressing dudes; we promise you'll learn something (or at least be entertained).


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Meet The Experts

1. Ilaria Urbinati:Stylist (dresses Armie Hammer, Bradley Cooper, and more). She's also

the co-owner of LA's beloved menswear storeConfederacy.

2. Jenny Ricker: Stylist (dresses Joseph Gordon Levitt, Zac Ephron, Aaron Paul).

3. Will Welch:Senior Editor,GQ

4. George Esquivel:Designer,Esquivel Shoesand creative director,Tumi.

5. Estee Stanley:Stylist (dresses James Marsden, Vince Vaughn, and Luke Wilson, and

many others). She's also aninterior designer,editor-at-large forDomaine,and co-creator

ofHomeMintwith Justin Timberlake.
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SneakersThe key here is to keep it simple. "If you are down to spend a chunk of cash, try Common

Projects," GQ's Welch says. (Urbinati agrees, though she suggests the classiclow-topin

white, while Welch prefersgray.) For less pricey options, classicJack PurcellsorChuck

Taylorswill work.
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Dress ShoesOxfords are the name of the game here: Urbinati likesFerragamofor a dressiershoe,while

Ricker goes for a thrify thrill. "Mr. B's x Aldo has well-madebroguesthat won't break the

bank," she says. Esquivel recommends aleather-sole suede shoebecause it works for both

casual and dress-casual situations.
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Ankle Boots"Boots are a choose-your-own-adventure situation," Welch says. "Stylistically speaking, do

you identify more with aconstruction worker,anarchitect,or apunk?"

Bonus Suggestions"A pair of white AdidasRod Lavers(with either blue or green accents) is sort of the GQgo-

to."Will Welch

"I loveRachel Comey'scasual tan lace-ups in the summer with no socks and rolled up

chinos." Ilaria Urbinati
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Raw Denim"Every dude should have a slim, raw jean he can break in himself like a big boy--none of this

faux broken-in business," Urbinati says, and our other experts agree. While Urbinati and

Stanley like A.P.C.'s timelessraw denim("No matter if you're tall, thin, short, or stocky--

their fit is amazing," Stanley says."), Esquivel and Welch both swear by Baldwin Denim's

medium rise, slim fittingThe Henley Jean.
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Classic DenimThe classics are always good, too. "If you want to look great and like you know what's up,

but you kind of hate it when people ask you about your clothes, go with Levi's511s," Welch

says. "You can buy three pairs in blue, black, and white for less that what all these denim-

nerd brands are charging."

Bonus Suggestions:

"J Brand'sKane Jean is the perfect slim-straight jean."

Ilaria Urbanati
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"J Brand'sTyler Jeanis not-too-skinny slim jean for guys with long, lean legs." Ilaria

Urbanati

"Whether his style is preppy, rocker, or classic, he can never go wrong with a vintage

Levi501."Estee Stanley

"Nudie Jeans Co.'sdark denimis best for dressing up an otherwise casual look." Jenny

Ricker
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While khakis sound awfully fratty, there are apparently some cool chinos out there. "Dockers,

which used to be a punchline--shorthand for slouchy, pleated American style--has introduced

a fit calledthe Alphathat's very tapped into what stylish guys are wearing now," Welch says.
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Urbinati recommendsGantas well asShipley & Halmosfor chinos, while Ricker likes J.

Crew'sbroken-in slim fitandclassicversions.
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Bonus Suggestions

"Other favorites areUnis,RRL,and an amazing Italian brand calledClosed.Closed does

really great slim cargo pants too." Will Welch

"Rag & Bone chinosare a must! So good in classic khaki or navy." Estee Stanley
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Denim JacketA classicjean jacketis a must-have for Ricker and Stanley. "It should be a staple in every

man's wardrobe," Stanley says.
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Leather JacketJust like the ladies, a well-dressed man needs a leather jacket. "Everyone from Schott, who made

thePerfecto jacketthat Joey Ramone wore, toSaint Laurenthas insanely badass versions," Welch

says.
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Bomber JacketUrbinati likes a bomber, specifically either a Gucci'sleather versionfor colder days, and

acottonorlightweightoption for warm weather. "It's usually best to go down a size on a

bomber, as it should look slightly shrunken," Urbinati says. "If it's even a little too big, the

look is ruined."

Bonus Suggestions:

"Anunstructured blazeris also a staple to have to for those last minute garden party

situations." Jenny Ricker

"A good all-around jacket that is available from all brands, in many price points, is theutility

jacket."George Esquivel

"I love a Dieselleather jacket;I go for the simplest ones with no bells or whistles." Ilaira

Urbinati
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FitWhen it comes to suits, our experts agree: the jacket has to fit perfectly, or else you might as

well stay home. "The shoulders of the jacket need to hit right at the peak of your shoulders

and hug them snugly," Welch says. "If the shoulders don't fit you perfectly, you've got the

wrong size, and no amount of tailoring is going to fix it." Everything else--specifically, the

body and the sleeves--can be easily adjusted to fit.


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StyleStyle-wise, Urbinati votes for Burberry's slim two-button suits ingray(the most versatile)

ornavy,but also suggests trying something in a color likeburgundyorgreen.Once a suit's

been picked, make sure that sleeve length is perfect. Welch says the jacket shouldn't cover up

any of your hand at all, so you'll show approximately -inch of shirt cuff, while Urbinati

prefers a -inch of shirt to show. Also worth noting: material. "The big thing is dressing

seasonally," Welch says. "You don't have suits you wear year-round; you have three fall-

weight suits and three summer-weight suits. It just makes sense."

Bonus Suggestions:

"Have your tailor nip the jacket in at the sides to give you broad shoulders and a slender

waist. You're not supposed to say this in terms of men's clothes, but eff it--that V shape is

how you get what's known as sex appeal."Will Welch
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"My pet peeve is a too-long jacket--the old rule of putting your arms straight down and being

able to curve your palm around the bottom of the jacket is dated. It should come up higher

than that."Ilaria Urbinati


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FitJust like with suit jackets, finding a dress shirt that fits a fellow's shoulders perfectly is

imperative. The neck must fit properly too; sleeve length and the width of a shirt can be

easily tailored, the rest, not so much. Also pay attention to the collar. Welch likes a smaller

collar: "Preferably a semi-spread, which means it's not just the classic point collar with tips

pointing down at your shoes, but it's not an outrageous spread collar that makes you look like

a Wall Street wannabe.


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Shopping & SuggestionsWelch likesHamilton orSid Mashburn,while Urbinati likes Dior Homme (inwhiteorpale

blue)for "smaller dudes," and Dolce & Gabbana for aslim-fit shirtthat works on a bigger

build. Less expensive options abound too.Topshopmakes some Urbinati-approved options,

while Ricker suggestsJ. Crewand Esquivel recommends Uniqlo's affordableslim-fit shirt.

Bonus Suggestions:

"For most shirts, I usually have the tailor add darts in the back to slim the torso--especially

for broad shoulders."Ilaria Urbinati

"Make sure the collar isn't too big or too pointy--that's the quickest way to look dated." Will

Welch
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"My advice is to opt for the cheaper shirt, and spend a little extra to have it tailored to fit

perfectly. It will assure you look like a million bucks without having to overspend." Jenny

Ricker

"Always white or periwinkle blue and 100% cotton--never silk!"

Estee Stanley


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The perfect t-shirt is an elusive thing, but start your hunt atGents."They make that '50s

James Dean/Marlon Brando cut--shorter in the body and the sleeve," Urbinati says.

Welch also likes tees with a shorter arm, specifically ones byRalph Lauren Black Label

Denim,which he calls the perfect pocket t-shirt. "The colors are really inky--they look almost

wet," he says. For less rarified options, he also like J. Crew'spocket teesin washed out colors.

Also affordable: Urbinati's favoritecrewneckfrom Alternative Apparel. As for colors, make

sure he has the staples: black, white, navy, and gray.
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Bonus Suggestions:

"If you're a little more fashion-y, tryJames Perse,who makes a really great jersey crewneck

tee."Will Welch

"Todd Snydermakes good tees in colors that read cool and vintage." Ilaria Urbinati
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Much like with socks (more on that in a minute), a casual belt can show a little personality."This is a great place to add a pop of color: green,blue,orred," Urbinati says. Or if you're

feeling like really showing some summertime flair, Welch allows that aribbon beltwith a

ring buckle is a good option for seersucker pants, Bermuda shorts, or khakis. "It's a preppy

staple, but you don't have to look like your mother is a Tom-Collins-addicted bottle-blond

named Miffy who summers on the Cape," he says. "It'll also look cool in Arizona, or

Louisiana, or St. Paul." For a dressy option, Ricker recommends aleather beltfrom Hermes.

"It's a little more expensive," she says. "But it's also reversible, so you're getting two belts for

the price of one."

Bonus Suggestions:

"A black leather belt with silver hardware and chocolate leather belt with antique gold

hardware are no brainers." Estee Stanley
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Length and Width

When it comes to ties, our experts agree: it should graze the top of the pants. Width, on the

other hand, is up for debate. Urbinati says the width of the tie should be in proportion to the

lapel of the suit jacket. Ricker thinks it's more about the guy's build, meaning broader men do

better in wider ties, slimmer men in skinny ties. Welch and Stanley both think a tie that's 2 -

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Shopping & Suggestions

As for brands, Urbinati likesRag & Bone,Band of Outsiders,Burberry,J. Lindeberg,

andGentry.If you're on the hunt for something a little more obscure but equally awesome,

Welch suggestsAlexander Olchties.
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Bonus Suggestions:"You should have some cotton ties for when it's hot out and wooly ties for when it's cold."

Will Welch

"I love the selection atBarneys.They have ties ranging from playful to conservative and

from $50-$500."Jenny Ricker
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Having a strong sock game is just one more way a fellow has of showing his sartorial

abilities, so finding the right ones is imperative. With all the shorter hems on trousers these

days, it's nice to have something to show off, like athinorthickstripe,floral,

orginghamprint Urbinati says. If astatement sockisn't for you or you're simply looking for a

simple dress sock option, tryCalvin Klein,which Urbinati swears are affordable and super

soft. Ricker also likes hand-made socks from British brandPantherella.
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Bonus Suggestions:

"The best socks I've ever purchased areFalkefrom Douglas Fir in Los Angeles. They always

have a great selection." George Esquivel

"I hearHappy Socksis good for colors and patterns and getting your footwear ya-yas out."

Will Welch
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