To mark the 90th anniversary of the company, Samuelsohn developed a new line of tailored clothing under their Samuelsohn 1923 Black Label. Their jackets remain full canvased, but Samuelsohn found a premium horsehair canvas to use for this line. Additionally, they’ve added genuine horn buttons, a boutineer hole and loop under the lapel, and a range of exclusive fabrics. The Italian fabric on this dark mocca brown sport coat is
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When a dress shirt is too formal and you’re looking for a slight bit of warmth that breathes well, reach for a polo sweater. These polo sweaters from Gran Sasso are made from a lightweight Tasmanian virgin wool in vibrant colors for summer. They wear easily by themselves with chinos or trousers, but also under a sport coat or suit instead of a dress shirt.
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A classic, lightweight leather jacket can sometimes be a great substitute for a sport coat on a casual day out and about. Especially when done in a light-to-mid brown, the patina that develops over time just enhances the look. Pictured above is an Italian calfskin jacket by Gimo™s with a ton of little details like blue stitching and horn buttons. Also shown is the Alfred Sargent Stepney longwing in a
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Big-time menswear blogger Edwin Zee (edwinzee.tumblr.com) had the chance to swing by the store and chat with Jim Ockert the other weekend, and here’s what he had to say: http://edwinzee.tumblr.com/post/48642322137/j-lawrence-khakis-of-carmel J. Lawrence Khaki’s of Carmel Last week I finally traveled south to visit J. Lawrence Khaki’s Of Carmel.  The long-established menswear retailer has received a lot of buzz lately regarding its private label and the launch of its online
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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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Even though the bright, beautiful sunny months call for the lighter fabrics, the May flowers do come from the April showers. For this reason, we try and get in some of the best water repellent jackets out of Italy that are comfortable to wear, making them ideal for summertime. Below is a beautiful new tech-jacket from the Italian brand Allegri in a charcoal-black.
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For a more casual affair, a silk knit tie helps bring a touch of formality without seeming out of place. Solid navy, black, and chocolate are classic options which are always appropriate, but springtime allows for some fun and intriguing ideas for color!
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Here’s a glimpse at some amazing new polka dotted ties from Seaward & Stearn. Handmade in England from a beautifully blended silk & cotton fabric, these offer a great way to throw some unexpected texture into any warm-weather look!
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Jason over at brokerandbespoke.tumblr.com had the chance to try out one of our wool/cashmere blend trousers, and here’s what he had to say: brokeandbespoke: J. Lawrence Khaki’s of Carmel Wool/Cashmere Trouser Review Though I often appreciate the finer things in life like a double pour of top-shelf bourbon (Pappy 20 please), a nicely seared chunk of foie gras (I know, I’m a terrible person), a bottle of Puligny-Montrachet’s finest (I
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