Lightweight Pants

An alternative to Linen for hot summer days:

AG Cotton Twill Pants 198.00 (harryrosen.com)

Brax Summer Control Micro Cotton Pants 198.00 (harryrosen.com)

Gap Lightweight Tailored Pants 59.95 (gap.com)

Gap Tailored Khaki 49.95 (gap.com)

Gap Tailored Khaki Asphalt 49.95 (gap.com)

Levis 510 Twill Cotton Trouser 64.00 (urbanoutfitters.com)

Linen Pants for Hot/Humid Summer Days

Linen is a the material to beat the summer heat because it can absorb and dispose of perspiration quickly. However, linen is wrinkle-prone so proper care is essential.

Etro Mocha Linen Pant 375.00 (harryrosen.com)

Zara Faded Linen Trousers 79.90

Zara Stone Linen Trousers 79.90

Gap Gap Cropped Cotton/Linen Trousers 47.96 (gap.com)

Zara Linen Trousers 59.90

Sunglasses Profile: Persol

Persol adds a bit of edge to classic shades (www.persol.com):

Persol PO2994S Crystal

Persol PO2994S Crystal

Persol PO2363S

Leather Jackets for Nipply Nights

For cool nights in the Spring/Fall, a leather jacket is a great option. Many men don't have transition jackets and are still wearing their winter coats in May. I've even seen guys still rocking their Canada Goose jackets. Not cool....literally and figuratively.

As for fit, it should not be baggy. Leather stretches which not only adds to its comfort, but also its worn/rugged look. However, you don't want it to look like like you are being swallowed whole by the cow. Get it fitted so it can comfortably fit a hoodie/sweater underneath for layering opportunities.

Finally, never, and I mean NEVER, choose a pleather jacket. You can try to convince yourself that it looks real, but trust me, it doesn't.  

Danier is a great store for leather jackets and you can get some great deals right now (www.danier.com). Roots is also known for their leather goods so check them out as well (www.canada.roots.com/).

Roots Style 19010466 498.00

Danier 204030463 249.00

Danier 204010194 199.00

Danier 204020093 149.00

Denim Dan

For cool nights, jean jackets are a great option. Icons like Steve McQueen and Marlon Brando rocked them, so why shouldn't you? Blue denim on blue denim is a little too 'Canadian tuxedo,' so pair it with a plain tee and black fitted jeans or camel chinos.

Trucker Jacket Rigid (levis.com)

Trucker Jacket Grafton (levis.com)

Comune Braydon Denim Jacket 78.00 (urbanoutfitters.com)

Sunglasses Profile: Classic Shades

As a general rule of thumb, and by rule of thumb I simply mean what I think, sunglasses should be classic...not white, bright red or shiny enough for someone to check their hair/makeup in the reflection. Those sunglasses are for the beach, Halloween, themed parties, or when you're so drunk you need to wear your sunglasses at night. For everyday use, these are some sweet options (available at sunglasshut.com):

Rayban RB4147 130.00

Rayban RB2132 55 120.00

Prada PR02NS 245.00

Ermenegildo Zegna SZ3589 325.00

Ermenegildo Zegna Sa3201M 335.00

Dolce&Gabbana DG4102 260.00

Dolce&Gabbana DG4070 315.00

Burberry BE4097 230.00

Rockport...who knew?!

I went into Browns, B2, Town Shoes, Aldo, Little Burgundy and FeetFirst looking for waterproof or water-resistant shoes. Every salesperson looked at me with a blank stare and replied, "they're out of season." Excuse me? According to worldweather.org, it rains an average of 10-12 days/month in April-October, which as a percent to total equates to 36%. Out of season?? If that isn't a business opportunity, I don't know what is.

As a last resort, I walked into Rockport: A place I thought was a "Dad" store. Not only was the salesperson educated in the product, she showed me some stylish waterproof shoes:

Rockport Northam Dark Brown 100.00   

                      Rockport Northam Black 100.00                    

                                       

 

 

Rockport Ellingwood 100.00

Rain Man

                         Waterproof Tretorn Strala 60.00                   

                                                    (tretorn.com)                                                

 

Water Resistant Band of Outsiders

                                   Chukka 149.99 (sperrytopsider.com)                                  

 

Water Resistant 383g black wax pile 125.00 

   (gramstore.com)

In Case the Meteorologists Get it right, be Prepared for the Rain

                        Zara Cotton Trench 119.00                  Zara Double Breasted Trench 249.00

       

 

                    Allegri Cotton Waterproof                             Burberry Cotton Double Breasted 

                 Trench 795.00  (Harry Rosen)                                  Caban Jacket 1895.00