Soft Coat

browns and blues

      Two of the most understated, yet easy to combine colors for menswear would be the richness of a brown earth-tone and the crispness of a cool blue. No matter the shade, the two colors always seem to compliment one another. Pictured above we paired a rich, summer brown with blue paisleys tie from Brioni with a wool/silk/linen blend soft coat from Luciano Barbera.

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summer suede

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Here’s an ultra-lightweight Italian suede that we had made for the store by Gimo’s. Peak lapels, two button construction, and side vents help make it wearable as a sportcoat just as easily as a casual outerwear jacket. Paired with our J. Lawrence label button down shirt and a casual summer tie, you’re all set for any occasion. Also pictured: Edward Green Hove in dark oak antique, tropical weight wool trousers

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summertime blues

Carmel shopping

              Jacket – Boglioli cotton/linen soft coat in sky blue. Trousers – Zanella white cotton chinos Shoes – Edward Green Keeble on the 65 last in navy nubuck suede with natural edged soles and subtle contrast stitching Shirt – Barbera lightweight cotton with a navy/green check Tie – Breuer silk tan/white stripe Scarf – 100% linen steel grey/blue by Sand Pocket Square – Breuer

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spring cashmere

Not all cashmere is created equal… Pictured: Owner Jim Ockert’s spring-weight, 1/4 lined J. Lawrence label cashmere sport coat.

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private label

For the past couple of years now, we’ve really been ramping up our efforts to provide our clients with more private label selection that can stand up to the Khaki’s standard. Jim and Connie have searched all over to achieve the high levels of fabric, construction quality, and value that you see in the store today, and all of our sport coats, trousers, shirts, etc. are made right here in

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depth

Just a few new pieces that have been hitting the floor over the past couple weeks. Texture is the name of the game this fall…

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luciano barbera soft coat

 Another part of our early fall delivery, this beautiful wool/silk/cashmere blend coat from Barbera is rich. With minimal padding in the shoulders, patch pockets, and being 3/8ths lined, it makes a great transitional piece from the office to a night out on the town.  

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throat latch

Done in an unbelievably soft Italian suede, the newest piece from Gimo’s is just beautiful. Never being a manufacturer that skimps on details, they’ve added everything from a breathable ”cashmere-napa” lining to red piping on the underside of the collar. Being the perfect weight for a summer leather, this guy’s going to be gone quick!

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soft summer colors

It’s the middle of summer, and there is definitely no shortage of color to be seen.  From the Nantucket reds to the arrays of vibrant linen, it’s that time of year where louder, lighthearted colors are the norm. As a way to stand out amidst the sea of brightness, try mixing in some softer, cool colors and textures. A deep lavender or even slate blue work well to both battle the

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tons of new arrivals!

From the  ultra-light, vivid linens by Samuelsohn to the early fall cashmere sweaters from Brioni, the store is packed full of brand new pieces for all seasons. There’s a mix like we haven’t seen before, with a little something for every type of weather and climate. Stop by and check out what’s new, because we’re always changing!

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