In today's video blog, my friend, client and style comrade, Tony Martignetti and I demonstrate how to mix high and low in menswear. We hear about this a lot in relation to women's style but not as much for men. The idea is to be strategic about your clothing budget, putting your money toward classic pieces that will stand the test of time, and looking to fast fashion stores like Urban Outfitters, American Apparel, Uniqlo and H&M for trendier items. Tony's custom shirt is from Cego ($125), and his chinos ($58) are from American Apparel. What do you think? How do you mix high + low?Tony is the founder of Martignetti Planned Giving Advisors. Tweet him here and check out his weekly radio show here
Leather Jacket Before & After Feat. Tony Martignetti
In choosing a leather jacket, the crucial element to consider is fit. I'd rather see you in a pleather number from H&M than one of those ridiculously huge jackets guys often wear that look like they could fit a small family underneath. To demonstrate how important fit is, Tony Martignetti and I shot this video comparing his old leather jacket to the new one we bought together. Things to look for when shopping for a well-fitting leather jacket: high cut armholes, shoulder seams resting on your shoulders, trim fit though the torso and sleeves hitting at the base of your wrist (Tony likes his sleeves slightly long, to accommodate sports jackets and sweaters. If he wanted to get those sleeves shortened, I recommend leather specialists like Art Bag and Modern Leather Goods here in NYC.). Tony is the founder of Martignetti Planned Giving Advisors. Tweet him here and check out his weekly radio show here.
Profile in Awesomeness: Lou Piccolo
Watch Rath & Co.'s latest Profiles in Awesomeness video interview with Lou Piccolo, President of A.L. Piccolo & Co. Inc. Lou is a management consultant and stylish man about town. We sat down with him at the Michael Andrews Bespoke studio and discussed what makes him tick when it comes to menswear. He also reveals his favorite pieces from his vintage cufflink collection.