Layering with L.L. Bean Norwegian Sweater Crewneck Lattice

My Barbour coat has a beautiful patina!

    Anyone that is a true L.L Bean fan have certain staples, which are usually a L.L. Norwegian sweater and a pair of L.L.Bean boots. It's usually the same story every time either they purchased the items five years ago or it was inherited from someone. All true L.L Bean fans own the same stuff. Reason why because these items have stood the test of time.

Bison Made Snap Pouch in Chromexcel Leather

      Even though I'm pretty organized with my wallet and card holder. In the business of real estate you exchange your business card very frequently.On the daily basis my pockets look very similar to George Constanza from Seinfield. I'm obsessed with Bison Made snap pouch in Navy.  The snap pouch makes for a great business card case. It can also be used as a wallet to hold cash and credit cards. A versatile everyday carry item, this design was inspire by a WWI era military issued "khaki set".  Made with Horween Leather; with 100 year old formulas and an old world style of craftsmanship, Horween has been making the finest leathers for over a century.

Item I like:Over Under Clothing Wax Sporting Duffle

Need this bag in my life

     Over Under Clothing is great brand for various reasons. Besides making many products made in U.S.A.The brand is credible as well. While the apparel looks great to wear. The brand walks the walk and can be used on the field hunting for it's actually intended for. I will be posting their fall stuff soon.However wanted to share this wonderful well crafted duffle bag that is perfect for the up coming fall season or even now.Whether you're throwing it in the back of your truck for a weekend in the field or the trunk of your sedan for a mountain getaway, The Wax Sportsman's Duffle is a well sized bag perfect for a hunting or a quick travel. Well designed bag with a waxed canvas rain repellent exterior. If you're looking for a bag that is as handsome and sophisticated as it is durable and long lasting, then look no further! The Wax Sportsman's Duffle is truly a piece that can be handed down to the next generation as it only gets better with age. The bag is made in U.S.A and it's guarantee for life which is a great investment. The bag will outlast you.
You don't need to think it over about it being a great buy.It's built from 18oz wax canvas, constructed with premium leather bottom and trim and rolled leather handles riveted for extra reinforcement  and outdoor specific YKK zippers very rugged indeed. The bag dimensions are 12H x 22L x 11D. It also has a lifetime warranty.  For all my menswear enthusiasts or individuals into the hunting lifestyle I recommend this wonderful handcrafted bag. The bag retails for $395.00 and you can get it at Over Under Clothing website.

The flap helps shed off the water

Outdoor specific zippers

You can get your name engraved

L.L Bean Jackman Blucher Moccasin Tan Colorway on Sale

   One of my favorite shoes is Blucher Mocs. Blucher moccasins are a great shoe to have in your wardrobe because it's a more grown up version of the boat shoe. It has pretty the same versatility as boat shoes. I have a pair of two pairs of Blucher moccasins in my wardrobe (one being L. L. Bean of course!) Checking out the L.L. Bean website last night I came across to these wonderful tan Blucher moccasins on sale to bad my size isn't available. Hand sewn from domestically tanned smooth leather and it has premium rawhide laces from the legendary Auburn Leather Company in Kentucky. Since the moccasin has a smooth leather lining it feels comfortable with or without socks. The tan colorway is on sale for $79.99 which is great for a preppy staple that you will have in rotation year around!

My Favorite picks from the L.L Bean Spring/Summer collection for Womens Available Now!

On the female Polka dot woven Maxi Dress Navy

   Hello, all my preppy readers! Here’s  some of my favorite picks from the  L.L. Bean Spring/Summer collection for women. L.L. Bean is a classic brand that has a strong relationship with classic Americana fashion. Most of you prep enthusiasts own several items from the legendary outdoor brand. The problem about L. L. Bean is that people view the brand more suitable for Fall/Winter fashion. I urged to not believe that stereotype L.L.Bean has a fantastic warm weather collection for womens.

Get Waisted with Harding Lane Striped Bass on Salmon Needlepoint Belt

   My good friends Sara and Steve of Harding Lane keep pushing needlepoint to new boundaries. Harding Lane has been killing the needlepoint cap game for a while, but now they have moved to belts. I'm sure they are going to have the same wonderful success as well. The striped bass needle point belt caught my attention it would totally complete the summer preppy outfit of a polo shirt, Nantucket reds and a pair of Sperry Topsiders boat shoes or horsebit loafers. Put your leather belt to rest this season. The belt is 100% handmade with full grain leather and brass buckle. Get waisted with Harding Lane for only $125.00

00% handmade

Full grain dark brown leather & brass buckle

- See more at: http://harding-lane.com/collections/belts/products/striped-bass-on-salmon#sthash.M6cdzCxn.dpuf

00% handmade

Full grain dark brown leather & brass buckle

- See more at: http://harding-lane.com/collections/belts/products/striped-bass-on-salmon#sthash.M6cdzCxn.dpuf

00% handmade

Full grain dark brown leather & brass buckle

- See more at: http://harding-lane.com/collections/belts/products/striped-bass-on-salmon#sthash.M6cdzCxn.dpuf

00% handmade

Full grain dark brown leather & brass buckle

- See more at: http://harding-lane.com/collections/belts/products/striped-bass-on-salmon#sthash.M6cdzCxn.dpuf

J. McLaughlin Chatham Quilted Jacket Men's

   Those days of wool overcoats and puffer jackets are starting to seem to be gone. Yup, I'm totally happy for this change. J. McLaughlin has a great outer piece for the warmer weather, the Chatham Quilted Jacket. Perfect for the individual that leaves the morning when it's chilly and returns home when the temperatures drop again. What I love about these jackets is that they make a lightweight layer. If the weather becomes  hot just take it off, and fold it plain and simple Instead of getting a quilted jacket in the usual colors like olive and navy. Why not get a bright color one like yellow and orange. It has three pockets on the outside and one interior pocket. The quilted jacket  retails for $345.00

Brooks Brothers and Beretta Brown Hunting Jacket

   In my opinion, the country jacket looks great over a sports coat on a businessman. I had a similar outfit like that one yesterday when I was previewing a building with a client. Brooks Brothers and Beretta have this awesome collaboration, a country coat, made from a breathable waxed cotton. The waxed cotton has  wind and water-resistant properties which  keeps you dry and warm in the fields. The jacket has double-zippers, corduroy collar, rainproof inner cuffs and a signature tartan detail at interior. All the usual characteristics of a quality country/game jacket. Underarm ventilation. Gel-Tec Recoil Reducer absorbs shock when shooting. Shooting patches. Game pocket. Inner pocket. Cell phone pocket. Packable rain hat included. Stylish jacket while conducting business or when in the country with your Landrover, wellies boots  and rifle. The jacket retails for $498.00. Totally if well taken care of, an heirloom piece.

Hunter Wellington Boots for Slushy Weather

   There's snow then there's that slush aftermath. Snow is fun to walk as long the streets aren't frozen while slush... you want to avoid it. Slush makes your commute more strenuous. The slush aftermath turns your usual commute to work or errands into an urban ironman game. On my way walking to my real estate office in Union Square I observed New Yorkers carefully planning how they're going to attack the slush puddles that emerge on the street corners, in gutters, and on the sidewalks. These incoming days are not made for suede boots, oxfords or loafers. Ladies and gentlemen, you need a pair of Hunter wellies in your closet. Wellies are no stranger to the game of getting down and dirty thus making them perfect for all the slush puddles around the city. Wellies boots are a great height for submerging into those god knows how deep kind of puddles. Hunter rain boots feature legendary style, fit and comfort and are perfect for rainy days or a casual, stylish look. City or country, you're covered. The boots run in full sizes. Mix the boots with your Barbour and you will have a crispy outfit regardless the gender. Bloomingdale's has the boots for $148.00.

Southern Proper Wm. Lamb & Son Field Coat

$275.00

Southern Proper is one of my favorite brands. I truly enjoy the brand collaboration with William Lamb because he adds a genuine southern aesthetic appeal to the clothing. The Wm. Lamb & Son Field Coat is a great timeless piece of outerwear to be worn whether you're in a bar with a couple of the guys or actually hunting. Williams Lamb is truly an artist (I highly suggest that you to check his artwork) the details that he adds to the jacket like bird camo liner, beer bottle holder and shotgun shell holder truly make me want to leave the city life to a more simpler lifestyle. The coat is 100% cotton canvas; with corduroy collar; and corduroy gussets. It has 4 front pockets; drop behind hand pockets with sewn in beer bottle holder and shotgun shell holder. This field coat retails for $275.00

WOOLRICH Men's Arctic Down Parka

$399.99

   If you're looking for a stylish and warm parka, then I have the perfect parka. The Woolrich arctic parka is the coat you should be wearing. I have featured the parka before, for women, but this time I need to put on my male readers. The arctic parka looks beautiful. However, it isn't gimmicks, it's the real truth. The parka was originally introduced in 1972 for workers constructing the Alaskan pipeline, where the average winter low is minus 25 degrees Fahrenheit. The parka looks great for the real estate agent that needs to be warm and stylish when showing houses. Wear it under your suit when the temperature drops. You will definitely be warm and dry because the parka is 550 fill duck down. Real estate agents don't panic if you forgot your umbrella because the exterior shell is the legendary 60/40 parka, which is water-resistant. The shell is also Teflon® DWR making it very water-resistant. The hood with comes with a throat latch in case you don't have a scarf and removable authentic coyote ruff, which keeps the snow away from your face. It's available in three colors navy, black and brown. The parka retails for $399.99 get it now sizes are selling out fast. My size sold out :(

The Brothers Crisp: St. Crispins Day Boot

       Like I said before, some of  my favorite brands I discover them on instagram. I barely have time to read other menswears blogs. But I'm always checking my instagram. It's actually my favorite social media to stay updated. The Brothers Crisp is probably one of the best kept secrets, brands in the industry. Just by following their instagram I can tell they really know their stuff. Not only they're knowledgeable, but also creative. Probably only brand that makes handcrafted leather sneakers Made in USA in my knowledge. The boot that I'm presenting today is the St Crispin Day Boot. It's their six-inch boot silhouette featuring 7 oz. cognac colored Essex leather from Horween Tannery. Only 10 pairs will be made. This leather is 100% vegetable tanned using the same tanning extracts Horween uses for its genuine shell cordovan. The outer quarter panels are a beautiful vintage tweed and the inner quarter panels are a hand waxed olive Cone Mills duck fabric. The boot is finished off with a US made Vibram 100 boots sole in honey. If you're not familiar with seeing these words Essex leather, Vibram, and duck canvas in a sentence I will gladly translate it to quality. The quality on these bad boys is no joke and will definitely break some necks when you wear them, this work of art are available now and retail for $528.00

Crispy Vintage Tweed

Waxed canvas in inner quaters panels

Walk forever with these rugged vibram soles

Alex Mill Donegal Wool Sweater

Navy $205.00

Navy $205.00

    Check out these crispy yet very warm Donegal wool sweaters on Alex-Mill.com. The sweaters can be worn by themselves or as an excellent layering piece. Great hand feel. What I really like about the sweater is the white speckles which reminds me of those classic Christmas sweaters. The sweater should have a great fit because it has  ribbed cuffs, neck, and hem. It features a saddle shoulder construction. The sweater is 100% wool. Available in black and navy for $205.00

Black $205

Black $205

Northern Grade x Ohio Knitting Mills

Windmill Ski Sweater

Windmill Ski Sweater

    Last week, NorthernGrade was around in New York City. Obviously me being quality goods enthusiast, I had to past by. I was very excited to find out that Ohio Knitting Mills were going to be there. In the past years there has been resurgence clothing being made in the USA. But it has been mainly consisting of leather goods and footwear. However, the niche of sweaters made in the USA is still small. Probably because knitting decorative sweaters are somewhat of a rare art in today's world. If you follow me on Instagram for a while, then you know how prideful I am on my sweater collection. Wearing sweaters are the reason why I like fall. Ohio Knitting Mills has been around since 1927. The company was one of the biggest Knitwear manufacturers in the United States. The sweaters have that heavy, thick classic feel that isn't normally seen on today's sweaters. The sweaters are actually sewn using old methods. You're really getting your money's worth. The windmill ski sweater was the sweater that caught my attention when I passed by the booth really love the pattern of the sweater, which reminds me of my beloved Norwegian birds eye sweater. Everything in the booth looked wonderful from the pullover ski sweaters to the cardigans. This really more a teaser of what I saw from Ohio Knitting Mills. I will be doing a more detailed post next week stay tuned.

Tuckerblair Bean Boot Needlepoint Belt

$115.00

   One of my favorite needlepoint goods companies is Tuckerblair. Tuckerblair always has a new design that isn't seen on other needlepoint belts brands. This fall Tuckerblair outdone themselves by designing a needlepoint bean boot embroidered belt. In the east coast the bean boot is a must have in everyone's wardrobe. Since 1912 the boot has done the job of keeping you dry and stylish. The bean boot is one of the reasons why I always look forward towards fall. The belt like the bean boot is designed and made in the United States. Hand-stitched 100% pima cotton with full grain leather backing with solid brass buckle. But wait, it gets better, you can also add a monogram. For $115 you can certainly certify yourself a true bean boot fan. Wearing the bean boot/moc is one of the reasons why I like being out in inclement weather. Enjoy the pics below me wearing one of my favorite boots. Obviously I need this belt!!!

Rainy Day

Cold day snow is the forecast

Victorinox Swiss Army Men's Maverick GS Green Dial

Since I was little, I always had admiration for Victorinox because I used to read alot of books on war history. I was aware of the history of the swiss army knife. Victorinox enter the watch business in 1989.I recomend the brand for anyone wanting to get a watch. I need to get a Victorinox dive watch on my wrist sometime in the future. If anyone is looking  for a beautiful dive watch, then Victorinox has the answer. Most dive watches are either black, red or blue dial. The looks of the Victorinox GS Maverick caught my eye because it has everything that I'm looking for in a dive watch which is two tone with a green dial.The Maverick GS watch is a definite eye catcher. For me it's simply beautiful, green is my favorite color. A two tone watch is always a classic timepiece in any event. This diver has a stainless steel bracelet with gold PVD-finished center links. The watch is round case and its size is 43mm, which is the average size for a diver watch. It comes with a unidirectional rotating green and gold-tone bezel with markers, crown protection, screw-in case with triple-coated anti-reflective sapphire crystal. Sapphire crystal does very well aganist scratches. The Green dial has gold-tone numerals, stick indices, luminous hands, military time and date window. I really love the military time display, which is rarely seen on a dive watch. Made in Switzerland with precision Swiss quartz movement.No need to be concern of getting the watch wet while swimming since the watch is water-resistant to 100 meters (300 feet). The watch retails for $650.00 and you can get it at Macys