Trend Report Sharp-dressed man BY HOLLY E. THOMAS
Around the holidays, it’s easy to get into a style rut — wear whatever is comfortable and allows for maximum turkey consumption. But this time of year presents plenty of chances to
experiment with dapper duds. Heading to an after-hours cocktail soiree? Try a velvet blazer. Taking a road trip to Grandma’s? Look fresh in Fair Isle. Whether you’re dressing up or dressing down, here are a few ideas to spice up the shirt-and-tie routine.
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Covered in plaid from the Woolrich archives, this Jack
Spade plaid bill holder
stashes your cash and cards in rustic- yet-functional fashion. $125 at
www.jackspade.com.
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Hand-numbered and -crafted from Horween shell cordovan, the limited-edition 721 LTD boot from
Wolverine’s 1000 Mile collection offers a timeless silhouette that works with jeans or trousers. $725 at Redeem (1734 14th St. NW, 202-332-7447); visit
www.wolverine.com for additional retailers.
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Snazzy with dark denim or your favorite black pants, a crimson velvet
tuxedo jacket is — at the very least — an icebreaker. Try it with a subtly patterned scarf in a complementary hue for a look that’s half-Cary Grant, half-Rat Pack. Jacket, $69.95, and scarf, $7.95, at area H&M stores.
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Whether it’s a gentlemanly gift for the host or something to store your
libation of choice, this eight-ounce leather fl ask adds old-school panache to a holiday get-together. $34.50 at area J. Crew stores and
www.jcrew.com.
The Fair Isle sweater is a prep-school staple, but it feels modern when paired with
an oxford shirt and slim-fi t, sand- washed chinos. In crisp navy and white, J. Crew’s fi ne lamb’s wool version is one to try. $118 at area J. Crew stores and
www.jcrew.com.
WALLET PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF JACK SPADE; BOOT PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF WOLVERINE; BLAZER PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF H&M; FLASK AND SWEATER PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF J. CREW
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