Written by Chris Jones and Page Freer
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How to look good from the boardroom to the barbecue
Tread Brightly.
Out are the bowling alley casual styles of Steve Madden and Sketchers and in are fashionable casuals with brightly colored soles, like top-siders, loafers and oxfords.
Gingham Style.
Go slim fit with this versatile shirt that can be worn practically with anything—shorts, khakis or jeans.
Say ‘Hey!’ to Chambray.
These shirts look great at the boardroom and at the barbecue.
Ditch the Cargo. (pockets, that is).
Cargo shorts have shipped off. Try cotton twill fit, khaki and tethered bottoms and experiment with color.
On Your Face.
Vintage looks that echo the 1960s and double bridge aviator shades are en vogue for men. 
Tie Bow.
Once the staple of geeks everywhere, bowties are again mainstream. Check out these styles from R. Bryant, LTD.
Crop That Mop.
Short sides and fuller tops will have you serving vintage freshness. Wear it clean shaven or with a lightly grown, full beard. For men of color, well-groomed dreads, close cuts, one-inch volume and bald fades are en vogue.
“We’re seeing a lot of longer tops, like James Franco’s style and the peaked cut that’s tight towards the bottom and off-centered and shorter on the top.”
– Maria Enright, owner and stylist, Ciao Bello
“We’re seeing longer on the top and tapered towards the bottom—the Word War II look, like how Justin Timberlake is wearing it.”
– Diane Avenell, owner and stylist, Ciao Bello
Hip to be Square.
The pocket square is hip and a must for a man of style. There’s no rule for choosing the right one. Just make sure it accents your shirt and tie, not matches them.
Watch Out.
A statement watch sets off any look. Go leather banded or metal for the office or date night and fabric for the get-together.
