GREAT GIFT IDEAS FOR FATHER'S DAY

The time of year has come again when we celebrate and honor our fathers, fatherhood, and all things paternal... It's Father's Day! Looking for the perfect gift for Dad? Here are some ideas to get you started.

The look - CASUAL SPORT
Why settle for the old shorts and t-shirt combination?  Instead, pair shorts with a button down shirt and soft, colorful zip sweatshirt.  Or, this linen vest and lightweight blazer.  Who says shorts have to be boring?

The look - DRESSY CASUAL
Pair a linen blazer with jeans or even linen pants, and button down shirts in bright colors.  Dad will look elegant, but very much at ease.

The look - CLASSIC  
Celebrate Dad with an evening out. We've paired this gorgeous, lightweight summer blazer with a classic flat front slack for a timeless look.   

Finish the look with a pair of Maui Jims! Polarized and color tinted technology means Dad will love wearing them around town and even more on the golf course!

Lots of small items that he'll love... wallets, ties, cufflinks, bow ties, pocket squares, socks and stays!

Happy Father's Day, Dad! 

Pocket squares rule

Gone are the days of blowing your nose or patting an eye with the pocket square. Pocket squares are a luxurious and luscious little detail that, when done right, can take a man from looking good to GQ status. Getting it right, however, isn't as easy as it might seem.  

Recently, GQ put out a great video on the basic how-to's of successfully wearing a pocket square to elevate your look. Here's the basic rules to picking the right pocket square and joining the illustrious roster of sports heroes, rock stars, celebrities, and the generally gorgeous that grace the pages of GQ --

Rule #1 -- Never match your pocket square with your tie or shirt.  Instead, pick out a color that is similar or complementary.

Rule #2 -- Pattern on pattern is not necessarily a no-no.  When dealing with pattern (checks, plaid, polka-dots, etc.) be sure that your pocket square is a different scale and different color value for a successful look.

Rule #3 -- Take an element of casual and give it pizzaz.  The simple and whimsical can completely transform a look when paired with the right jacket, shirt, or tie.  Even something as unsuspecting as a bandana can be elevated when used as a pocket square.



The GQ Rules of Pocket Squares: http://gqm.ag/10LklYF