In my Wardrobe Essentials section, I'm going to show you all of the items you need to have a great capsule wardrobe no matter your age or your body type. All of the items I present are classics. They've been around for decades and are the core of any men's wardrobe. If you have these clothing items in your wardrobe you'll have everything you need for any event or weather condition.
I see a lot of guys getting interested in looking better and the first thing they do is go out and buy the first designer thing they see. What usually ends up happing is the outfit they just purchased ends up being worn once because it doesn't fit in with their lifestyle or the other items in their closet.
Take a look at our 33-Piece Capsule Wardrobe and you will see that every item in that capsule is in the essential wardrobe section because they all work together. The styles are classic, and the colors are neutral. Almost every piece in this wardrobe can be swapped out for any other piece. Check out my outfit ideas section or my Instagram account and you'll all the combinations that are possible with just the basics.
Also, a lot of guys think if you're not doing bold patterns or logos then you're just boring. I completely disagree. If you're dressing in classic styles with modern cuts that fit properly I guarantee you'll turn heads.
Get the basics down in this section and you'll have hundreds of outfit combinations for any situation. You won't have to break the bank buying a ton of clothes and you won't have to go out and replace your clothes every year because they're no longer in style. Keep it clean and cut right and you'll have pieces that you'll be able to keep around for years.
The Aurora Down Jacket ($495) by Cold Smoke Co. is not only stylish but it can deliver the warmth you need when you need it. The jacket features mini ripstop nylon for high durability, down fill with a 650 fill to weight ratio, waterproof zippers, internal pockets with zippers, and elastic at the ... More →
The only way to describe this shoe is smooth. The Air Jordan Prime 5's Wolf Grey/Black/White ($TBA) are regularly reinvented, but this new colorway is just sick. It features a black toebox, heel, and collar beautifully accented with a patterned wolf grey quarter panel. All this awesomeness sits on a ... More →
Filson's Lined Seattle Cruiser - Mackinaw Wool ($440) is there thickest and heaviest wool cruiser coat. But it is also the perfect jacket for everyday use and transitional weather. The underarm gussets give you extra mobility in case you're wearing a lot of layers. It also features a full lining of ... More →
The Air Jordan 10 "Bobcats" ($170) are the first Jordan retros of the 2014 season. The shoes feature a colorway of atomic orange accents, a wolf grey upper , dark powder blue laces and new slate around the edges. The shoe is a great homage to Michael Jordan's first 10 seasons in the NBA. Although ... More →
Military jackets have been in for awhile but WTAPS has taken it to the next level with the release of their WTAPS N-2B Jacket ($850). The N-2B features a faux fur lined hood and collar for additional protection against the elements, a 100% Nylon Twill shell, and a center front zipper with button ... More →
The Nike Air Max 90 Ice ($145) is inspired by the Ice edition of their Nike+ Fuelband. The original mantra of Air Max was to make the invisible visible and the Air Max 90 Ice takes it to the max. The shoes feature a translucent outsole, and a see-through upper via its Hyperfuse construction that ... More →
The Bleu De Paname Wool Shoulder Panel Jacket ($504) is a classically constructed jacket made with premium materials and well suited for cold weather. It features a 100% wool shell stuffed with polyester fiber, canvas yoke panel, two button pockets, and two hand warmer pockets. The closure is ... More →
If you're a sneaker head then you are very familiar with Nike's line of Air Max shoes. The new Nike Air Max 95 No-Sew ($150) have Nike's Air Max technology which gives you the maximum impact protection for repeated landings. The shoe also features a durable lightweight Ripstop material for the ... More →
The Adidas Originals Attitude Hi ($100) are set for their return on January 10th 2014. The shoes represent everything that is New York and were originally worn by the great Patrick Ewing. The shoes feature a white leather upper, an elevated tongue with retro branding, and classic Knicks orange and ... More →
The Wallace & Barnes Skiff Jacket ($179) is a reinvention of the classic deck jacket. Deck jackets were originally issued to all U.S. Navy Personnel during World War 2. It became one of the armed forces favorite jackets in the 1940s. This one features a wool shell, heavy duty brushed-silver ... More →
The Nike Flyknit Air Max ($225) is Nike's lightest most flexible running shoe to date. It fuses their classic technology Air Max soles with new tech Flyknit uppers. Weighing just 12.8 ounces it features an ultralight Flyknight upper, a light waffle pattern outsole, Flywire tech for a snug ... More →
Who says you have to pay $100s for a good jacket. This Lightweight Down Jacket by H&M ($50) is extremely affordable and would make a great daily coat. The jacket has a stand-up collar, zip-up side pockets, and elastic at the waist and cuffs. The shell is 100% nylon while the filling is a ... More →
