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Every man should step out of his sartorial comfort zone once in a while. Raf Simons’oversized shirt is the perfect piece to explore your ad-
venturous side this season. The cutting edge designer likes to play with proportion; here he takes the dress shirt every man knows so well
and swells it to a giant’s dimensions. The vast collar and sagging sleeves will make others look twice as you move through your world. You
might as well be a new man.
Price upon request, RafSimons.com
Suede and fall go together like scotch and soda, so Cole Haan’s new penny loafer is a winner. The broguing on the toes gives them coun-
try elegance, while the slice of color around the soles keeps them free of manor house staleness. Speaking of soles, the rugged rubber
ones on these will help them tackle brief hikes through the fallen leaves. And with Nike’s Air technology onboard, you’ll barely feel the
miles to go before you sleep.
$268, Colehaan.com, 212-219-8240.
[ C O L E H A A N ] [ R A F S I M O N S ]PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS OUTSIZED ENERGY
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Here’s some cream that will make everyone using it very happy. Kiehl’s has wrapped their beloved Crème de Corps body lotion and
Whipped Body Butter with the artwork of famed pop surrealist Kenny Sharf for their limited edition holiday collection. The image—
“Globo Mundo”—is a kaleidoscopic interpretation of the globe. Featuring their first ever fully wrapped bottle, the collection also includes
an exclusive piece of Sharf’s artwork called “Squirt.” Best of all, one hundred percent of the proceeds from the collection go towards
RxArt—a non profit dedicated to decorating children’s hospitals with inspirational and uplifting artwork.
$29.50–$72, available at Kiehl’s stores and kiehls.com.
Ermenegildo Zegna knows fabrics very well indeed. The company has supplied the finest wools to menswear for more than a century
running. It’s not a surprise, then, that Z Zegna's foray into synthetics is up to their usual standard. Their nylon shimmers with the promise
of the neon future that’s finally starting to arrive, while working to keep out the growing wet of fall. The jacket they made from it isn’t a
slouch either; wear it over a suit and marvel at the rakish hem’s effect on your profile.
$1,895, Zegna.com, 888-880-3462.
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What is it about high fashion labels and sunglasses? The great houses lavish attention on shades, so Gucci’s soaring aviators come as no
surprise. That’s not to say they’re boring, though; the tortoise shell frames can be had in a warm traditional brown or a cooler ash color,
and the bronze that bridges the eyes is perfect for catching the autumn afternoon sun. Gucci channels 70s excess better than anyone,
so cop a pair of these to live large.
Price upon request, Gucci.com
A man of importance tends to accumulate documents that are themselves important. Such documents deserve transportation worthy
of their status. These portfolios from the Calvin Klein Collection do a fantastic job of carrying your essential papers, and you’ll be halfway
to a closed deal simply by pulling one of these out of your bag. They’re as functional as they are elegant, and they’ll serve as a potent
reminder that ink and paper business isn’t dead just yet.
Calfskin portfolio, $1,630, crocodile portfolio, price upon request. Available at Calvin Klein Collection boutique,
654 Madison Avenue, New York, 212-292-9000.
[ G U C C I ] [ C A L V I N K L E I N C O L L E C T I O N ]HIGH FLY THE CASE FOR MOVING FORWARD
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The reptilian green of this Dior Homme bag is so slick and vibrant it's hard to believe there's not a real croc still attached to those scales.
You’ll find the beast’s hide makes a dapper carryall, flashy enough to stand out in a crowd but rugged enough to withstand the stress of
city commutes. This stuff doesn’t come cheap, and it doesn’t come easy: you’ll have to make a pilgrimage to Vegas if you want to snag
this tote. But the cachet is worth the effort.
$49,000, available at the Dior Homme boutique in the Wynn Las Vegas, 702-735-1345.
Looking to add some flash to your footwear? Esquivel’s got you covered with their sizzling new LMC Wingtip. The fringe of leather
across the top is called a kiltie, and it’s got roots on the golf course as a shield against mud. It’s also a serious statement piece, a buttery
slab of luxury calfskin for all the world to see. The rest of the shoe is pretty spiffy as well, with ornate broguing and optional multi-tone
leather. Wear these with your navy suit to get yourself noticed.
$695, available at Bergdorf Goodman, 800-558-1855.
[ E S Q U I V E L ] [ D I O R H O M M E ]FRINGE BENEFITS WHAT A CROC!
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Lanvin’s striking new attachés were inspired by the gangsters of mid-century organized crime, who used to haul unmarked bills
around in briefcases just like these. With bold modern lines and vibrant colors, they’d be a must have even if they weren’t made of
the world’s finest calfskin. Available in two sizes, one for your laptop and one for your tablet, they’ll have you feeling like a made man.
$1,495–$2,560, Lanvin.com.
If fur can be a symbol of luxury, why not feathers? Etro’s new shirt makes a bold statement with a chest awash in ivory plumes. We’re not
sure if it keeps you any warmer, but it will fire up your peers and mark you as the undisputed ruler of the roost. And the black and white
paisley pattern across the rest of the shirt will ensure you’re talked about long after you’ve left the room.
$2,300, Etro.com
[ L A N V I N ] [ E T R O ]ALL IN THE FAMILY PRIME PLUMAGE
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