Holiday Gift Guide 2011: We want sweaters

‘Tis the season to be jolly, and Debonair Magazine wants to help you accomplish the goal of achieving holiday bliss! Throughout the next several weeks, we are going to offer-up suggested holiday gift guide ideas that will suit any debonair; you know, just in case you want to slip in some last minute suggestions to loved ones as to what you really want this year. Sweaters, anyone?

Earth tones are very posh right now, so we suggest wishing for the Cashmere Cable Sweater in “Heather Toffee” from J. Crew (catalog/jcrew.com only). Cashmere sweaters are light and airy; basically it feels like you are wearing nothing at all. The “Heather Toffee” pick should be at the very top of your wish list. ($298-$303) (as seen above) [Read more...]

Party Animals: A Look in to the 2011 Holiday Season Bergdorf Goodman Windows

It’s certainly Christmastime in New York City; crowds are swarming around Rockefeller Center just to catch a glimpse of that famous larger-than-life tree, and shoppers are rushing home with their treasures.

Here at Debonair, we love the holidays … especially in the Big Apple. Ever since we were little, we loved heading-in to a whimsical winter wonderland and all that entailed. Hot chocolate at Dean & Deluca, a soft pretzel on the street corner, and slowly passing-by the amazing holiday windows of the most famous department stores of all time. This year, we would like to bring you back to our childhoods and share our favorite holiday windows; the windows of Bergdorf Goodman, that is. [Read more...]

Park & Bond

The title really should be Stay & Shop. Or perhaps, Stay Longer & Shop More. Or how about, Buy & Please Buy Some More. Had enough? I think I am done. The Guilt Groupe has recently launched a beta version of this new luxury shopping destination. Unlike Gilt’s traditional discount flash sale format, P&B is a full priced online shopping destination filled with the best and most expensive names in menswear.

http://www.parkandbond.com/

TUMY Alpha Bravo Maxwell Utility Brief

Versatility and durability are the words that come to mind with this TUMI Alpha Bravo Maxwell Bag. Perfect for anything from work, the gym, the casual weekend or the extended vacation, this soft ballistic nylon bag will suit your needs for a good while. Featuring a framed opening, unique locking features, a removable shoulder strap, leather trimmed carry handles, as well as various internal compartments.

Board Shorts-Saturdays

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This summer the well dressed man should have a pair of great board shorts.  This take on a classic pair from Saturdays is masculine, fun and will look great even if you never get near a board.


Converse 1st String.

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Here’s the perfect white sneaker to get you through the rest of the summer.  With a blazer or board shorts, khakis or jeans, they will look clean and sporty.

First Look-Alfred Dunhill Movie-Behind The Scenes

Renowned for their quality of product worldwide, the British-based company Alfred Dunhill has allowed for the first time a glimpse into the manufacturing techniques which they have employed for more than a century.  Filmed in their London workshop, the movie showcases the handcrafted style of workmanship that continues to be applied in the creation of their products.  Featuring the start-to-finish production of a Tradition Double Document Case, the movie is a testament to and affirmation of their reputation.

The Polo Belt.

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This polo belt from Estribus is beautiful made, comes in some great designs and will look great and unique with Jean or Khakis.

The Pocket Square.

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If you haven’t been wearing a pocket square you might feel a little sheepish about it.  Maybe if feels like you are trying to hard.  You’re not.  It is simple way to dress up a blue blazer or khaki sport coat and it always makes you look pulled together.  A blazer with a pocket square, jeans, and a pair of white sneakers is a fantastic summer look that can take you almost anyplace.  We prefer a squared off pocket square so it doesn’t look to worked.  Gingham is always fresh and chic. Check out J.Press and J.Crew for some nice options.

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