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During the month of June I tweeted one summer style tip per day.  For those of you who missed a day or two, here’s a recap starting with June 1st:

1. A madras pocket square will impart attitude into any summer ensemble. Just keep everything else simple and solid.
2. White flat front Chinos are classic and back. Pair with a plaid shirt and you’ll instantly be summer chic.
3. Avoid 100% linen as it wrinkles quickly and easily. Opt for a linen / cotton blend as it won’t wrinkle as much.
4. Give the sweaty leather watch a rest this season. Invest in a canvas or grosgrain ribbon band watch.
5. Leather belongs on your feet and not your face, so don’t forget the SPF! I suggest at least 30 in summer weather.
6. Nothing says summertime like white suede bucks. Be sure to watch the weather before wearing and avoid crowded bars.
7. Yes its hot, but you don’t have to smell sweaty. Wear a cool & crisp scent with subtle notes of citrus and grass.
8. Adding a deconstructed, unlined linen or cotton blazer will amp up any summer outfit. Try pairing with shorts.
9. Seersucker & summer go together like peanut butter and jelly. Invest in one & you’ll be ready for all those weddings.
10. Headed to an outdoor evening party? Bring a lightweight cable-knit v-neck pullover for those unexpected chills.
11. Wearing less leather and more canvas will instantly make you look season-appropriate.
12. Looking for an alternative to cotton this season? Bamboo is a soft & luxurious fabric that is great for these temps.
13. Going sockless this summer? Use a foot antiperspirant like Gold Bond Foot Spray to help fight sweat & bacteria.
14. It’s okay to be a bit crumpled and rugged this season. As long as you know how to do it so that you still look good.
15. SPF isn’t the only thing to help block the sun’s rays. Top off your look with a straw fedora. Ur head will thank u.
16. Must have 3 pair of sunglasses – Oakley’s for sports, aviators for work, plastic bold frames for sunny afternoons.
17. A durable canvas tote is perfect for a day at the beach or a night away. Avoid cream or white and opt for a zipper.
18. When ordering a drink, ask for cubed ice as opposed to crushed ice. It will melt slower thank crushed or shaved ice.
19. For a look that’s Trad and true, nothing is more spot-on than Bass loafers, oxford button-downs, and twill khakis.
20. When wearing all white don’t try to match the shades. Instead, make an effort to vary the textures and tones.
21. Love wearing black? Exchange it for gray in the summer months…a superlative alternative to the usual safety color.
22. OJ isn’t the only option for bubbly. Try a splash of pineapple and a slice strawberry and walah…heaven in a flute.
23. When summer suit shopping avoid padding or lining that might prevent your body from breathing. Try a unlined suit.
24. Be on the hunt for linen socks. Twice as strong cotton, it absorbs moisture well, wicking sweat away from your skin.
25. When ironing black or navy linen, turn the garment inside out. You’ll prevent that unsightly shine that we all hate.
26. When wearing a dress shirt, a gentleman always dons a white t-shirt, regardless of how warm it is outside.
27. Guys, pedicures aren’t just for women. If you’re uncomfortable getting one with her, locate a men’s grooming salon.
28. V-necks are great for the summer. Just make sure that the V doesn’t come down to your belly button.
29. A good khaki suit lasts a long time. A great khaki suit lasts a lifetime.
30. Drink lots of water, use sunscreen daily, don’t overdose on white, get a pedicure. Enjoy the summer!

photos: gq.com, veritasimage.com, swipelife.com

Not too starched and certainly not too stuffy. Post economic hemorrhaging, today’s creative account executive needs to shake off all the illusions and pretensions of the doo-dah days and keep it amiable.

It’s still important to stick to a silhouette that complements your physique and a style that adds credibility to your expertise and clarifies your authority. Keep the most part of your ensemble somber but confidently play with sparing pops of color and layer with an interesting sport coat, like this Jersey Blazer.

Vintage Tuxedo Shirt from Martin + Osa ($79.50), Skinny Fit Trousers from Topman ($80), Jersey Blazer from Topman ($138),Perforated Penny Driver from Prada ($460) and Trooper Bag ($215) from J.Fold.

In spirit of optimism, some form of obscure notion of job stability and perhaps an economy piqued, I’m compiling looks for the working man, the job seeker or professional poseur.

Whichever man you are, here’s a work-look to don for those of you in the creative field. Designers, writers, artists, photographers and those of you in-betweeners, here’s how to really look like you’re basking in artistic expression and professional acumen.

Broken-In-Button-Down from Martin + Osa ($59.50), Dylan In Boone, Slouch Tapered denim from J Brand($165), Classic Pointed Lace Ups from Topman ($76) and Rugged Twill Tote from Martin + Osa ($99.50).

Although it may not be present in all its glory, Spring is here. Dress up for the weekend and for the jaunty season.  For a comfortable and relaxed look, incorporate bright colors, with breathable fabrics, and geometrical prints.

Polo ($40), Cardigan ($50) and Shorts by Top Man. Bag ($298) by Marc by Marc Jacobs and Espadrille ($78) by Jeffrey Campbell.

Some guys exude style effortlessly.  My friend, Guido from Italy, is one of them.  His vintage, dandy vibe is a look I greatly admire but can never authentically pull off.  Even though he’s only 23, he convincingly captures the spirit of an era that even his parents may not be old enough to remember.   Perhaps the guidos from the Jersey Shore can learn a thing or two from him.

With a robust heritage of producing high-end athletic and lifestyle fashions, PUMA has upped the ante on its creativity and joined forces with contemporary African artist Kehinde Wiley. Wiley is a unique talent, very well known for his portraits rendered against intricate backdrops of graphics and patterns. Coupled, Wiley and PUMA birthed an African spirited campaign that melds bright colors, rich graphics and portraits to produce a line of apparel, footwear, and accessories that are bleeding-edge, but still very PUMA. Ushering a historic event unlike any other, the World Cup 2010, which be held in South Africa is the genesis behind this initiative. Simply, the collection is an African art and fashion jamboree, juxtaposing classic portraiture with modern patterns and prints.

Highlights of the line include, the Limited Edition v1.10 Kehinde Wiley boot, where only 302 unique pairs will be released and two Kehinde Wiley T-shirts.

Limited Edition v1.10 Kehinde Wiley boot

Kehinde Tee

Kehinde Puzzle Tee

Pieced Track Jacket

Jean Paul Gaultier’s recent men’s collection shown in Paris takes classic masculine garments and juxtaposes them with feminine-tinged fashion elements, resulting in a fragmented, yet mystifyingly cohesive, collection of ephemeral looks. From skintight satin leggings, to pleated skirts, to fur jackets, the designer disobeys traditional rules of style (e.g., “black tie”) and reinterprets them for a new generation of buyers ready to embrace a spirit of extreme free expression that was seemingly smothered by the looming economic environment.

Despite the bloodstained models who appear bruised and battered, it appears that victory was achieved through a tripartite convergence of masculinity, femininity, and athleticism. Perhaps the fight theme for Gaultier’s most recent runway exhibition can be decoded as being symbolic for his continuous fight for a shift in fashion from being a fixed mode of tradition and safety, instead to becoming a fluid exploration of reinvention and revision. (photos courtesy of nymag.com)

On my way home from a Turkish Jewelry anniversary party in Soho, which I’ll blog about it later, I noticed Jesse waiting for a downtown E train.  His nonchalant demeanor and effortless suaveness is very reminiscent of the trendy dandy variety that has overtaken the young artsy, hipster crowd in Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan.  Jesse’s personal style subtly whispers to passersby that as the mercury dips and temperatures get frigid, you can still look hot.   I’m taking notes.

Clients and friends often ask me what to wear for an evening out in the city.  I usually have a hard time answering the question because natural style isn’t something that can be taught, theorized or replicated.  It just is.  However, people can be taught how to dress, which is different from having natural style.  This is why the image consulting and wardrobe styling industries are continuing to experience record growth.

This prototypical stylish Parisian couple exudes natural style. Dressed in a stacked black jean, lace-up peep-toe heels, military influenced jacket and knit tam, the woman in the picture conveys a relaxed yet confident style that is difficult to reproduce.  While her boyfriend (I’m guessing) embraces fit in a euro-masculine way that has only been accepted stateside in big cities like NYC and San Francisco.   Americans have a long way to go in understanding natural style