Wednesday Morning Inspiration: The American Man

[Pictured:  "The American Man" photographed by Jody Rogac by way of Inventory.]

I saw some of Jody's pictures over at Inventory Updates yesterday and was impressed with the subtlety with which she captured some of today's most influential menswear designers and personal heroes of mine.  "The American Man" and accompanying portraits will be appearing in the next issue (I assume) of City Magazine.  Head over to Jody's website for more of her craft or just check out these pics of Scott, Robby and Pat.

-L.A.S

Fall Looks: The Buck Stops Here, More Bang For Your Buck, etc.

All clever titles aside...summer weather has come and gone and you're probably thinking about retiring your white bucks.  I can't say I blame you.  No matter how wonderfully scuffed they may be, Sartorially Inclined recommends they go into hibernation until S/S 2010.  While they rest comfortably in the back of your closet why not turn to a new, fall ready pair?  In keeping with the classics, snatch up a pair of bucks in a taupe, brown or another dark color as one of your go to, everyday shoes this autumn.  They fall somewhere in between your dressy, oxford lace-ups and your casual sneakers...and that's what's so great about them.  Wear them to the office, wear them on the weekend, it doesn't matter.  A beautiful pair of suede shoes can go anywhere with you.  We all know that you're going to be wearing your boots and mocs, but you should really consider giving a pair of bucks a go.  Check out some of these classic bucks for fall...

Bass Brockton...$64

Bass Buckingham...$79

L.L Bean Classic Bucks...$79

Orvis Bucks...$159

Brooks Brothers Classic Buck...$198

Inventory Mark McNairy Bucks...$350

If price was no object I would buy a pair of those Inventory Bucks quicker then you could down a mint julep and tell me bucks were only for summertime.  But, alas, that is not the case.  With a budget in mind, I actually like the cheapest of the bunch.  The Brockton by Bass has a great looking sole (both shape and color) and a really wonderful taupe colored suede.  The toe looks just modern enough, yet maintains every bit of its classic style.  For $64 they are a steal, especially for a shoe you can literally wear everyday. Buck up.

-L.A.S