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The Elements of Gentleman Style
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
September 2008
By Melissa Colgan
Eschewing trends and frippery, the male species often opts for classic items that stand the test of time. A man of style seeks out items as individual as he is.  Photo by Michael Hendrickson | The Skinny Tie Dress up your out-of-office wears with a skinny tie. In a black-and-white harlequin pattern, this Frankie Morello design is a minimalist’s answer to incorporating pattern. $58. Ivy Men’s + Design, 1220 Glenwood Ave., Mpls., 612-377-4319 |  Photo by Michael Hendrickson | The Well-Shaved Face A man takes his shaving very seriously so he needs some serious tools. This three-piece Edwardian Blue Horn Set by Truefitt & Hill prepares a man for whatever the world throws his way. $265. Heimie’s Haberdashery, 400 St. Peter St., St. Paul, 651-224-2354 |  Photo by Michael Hendrickson | Dapper Barware A fine scotch or brandy deserves the finest in storage and decanting. Give gravitas to your home bar with the Delphine bar set. $335. Martin Patrick3, 121 N. 1st St., Mpls., 612-317-0045 |  Photo by Michael Hendrickson | Distinctive Cuff Links There are seemingly endless ways for a woman to personalize her daily uniform. For the boys, the doses of character come more subtly—an eye-catching tie, a pair of Italian leather shoes, a tongue-in-chic set of cuff links. Our links by Paul Smith inject a hint of British humor into the safest of suits. $95. Intoto, 3105 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., 612-822-2414 |  Photo by Michael Hendrickson | A Classic Watch Recession or not, today’s economic climate calls for a timepiece that makes a classic statement. In rose gold and textured black leather, this style by Android withstands the test of time.
$178. StyledLife, 555 Nicollet Mall, Mpls., 612-746-5400 |  Photo by Michael Hendrickson | A Boy’s Toy A businessman has his BlackBerry, the techie his iPhone, but for the gent who enjoys his technology sans bells and whistles, the new LG Dare offers a touch screen, 3.2 mega pixel camera and camcorder, web browsing, and music storage. Starting at $199 after $50 mail-in rebate. Verizon Wireless, 35 metro locations |
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