August 22, 2008
Shopping Roundup
From sharp plaid to easy pullovers, our top goods for guys. By Christene Barberich & Piera Gelardi
Granted, September's arrival might not spur guys to hit the stores with the same fervor as their female counterparts. Nonetheless, a man can't live on last season's jeans alone. To help you (or your fella) face fall with confidence, we've tallied up our top items to update all the great staples you already own. Lightweight leather jackets, polished cords, and slim-fitted plaid shirts are among our favorite fall fixes—classic pieces that look fresh thanks to more modern cuts and easy-to-layer fabrics. Best of all, any one of these new staples will stretch your old threads well into the new season while fine-tuning your not-trying-too-hard look. And what about those accessories Alert? Be sure to check back in in the coming weeks for our best shoes and bags of the season.
Shawl-Collar Cardigans

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J. Crew Cashmere Cable Cardigan, $128, available at J. Crew.
Nom de Guerre Shawl Collar Marine Cardigan, $530, available for pre-order at Blackbird.
Opening Ceremony Checked Shawl-Collar Cardigan, $280, available at Opening Ceremony.
More options: Dunderdon Stanton Merino Wool Cardigan, $149, available at Dunderdon, Urban Outfitters All-Son Shawl Collar Cardigan, $68, available at Urban Outfitters.
Leather jackets

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Adam Kimmel Leather Bomber Jacket, $2,185, available at Bergdorf Goodman.
Mike & Chris Fairmont Jacket, about $987, available at Lounge SoHo.
Obedient Sons Leather Jacket, about $927, available at Barneys New York.
More options: Dunderdon Jackson Leather Jacket, $499, available at Dunderdon, byCorpus Leather Bomber Jacket, $348, available at Urban Outfitters.
Tailored Plaid Shirts

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Shipley & Halmos Gingham Shirt, $160, available at Parallel, Portland, OR; 503-206-2184.
Adam Kimmel Plaid Pocket-Front Shirt, $435, available at Bergdorf Goodman.
Band of Outsiders Brushed Twill Pocket Shirt, $248, available at Oak
More options: Dunderdon Fellows Plaid Shirt, $109, available at Dunderdon.
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