1. THE UNCOMMON SPRING SUIT
The Upgrade
Blazer ($790) and pants ($320) by Patrik Ervell, Patrikervell.com. Shirt ($240) by Band of Outsiders, Bandofoutsiders.com. Pocket square ($29 for pack of 7) by J. press, Jpress.com. Belt ($85) by Boss Black, 800-hugoboss, hugoboss.com.
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2. THE UNCOMMON SPRING SUIT
The Upgrade
Suit ($1,600) by Etro, 212-317-9096, etro.com. Shirt ($520) by Tom Ford, Tomford.com. Vintage pocket square. Belt ($225) by Barneys New York, Barneysnewyork.com.
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3. THE UNCOMMON SPRING SUIT
The Upgrade Blazer ($495) and pants ($195) by Theory, Theory.com. Shirt ($50) by DKNY, DKNY.com. Tie ($70) and belt ($44) by Banana Republic, Bananarepublic.com. Tie bar ($70) by Paul Stuart, Paulstuart.com.
Style Tip:
While it's common to wear black wing tips with a navy or gray suit, try lacing up a pair of brown suede brogues this spring. Just make sure your leather belt matches.
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4. THE KNIT POLO
Classic
If the traditional pique polo (think Lacoste) is Paul Rudd, the knit incarnation is Paul Bettany. Similar to a fine cotton sweater vest, it's at once softer and more serious than its everyman counterpart.
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5. THE KNIT POLO
The Upgrade
Etro ($500), 212-317-9096, etro.com.
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6. KNIT POLO
The Upgrade
Isaia ($325), Isaia.com.
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7. KNIT POLO
The Upgrade
Z Zegna ($280), Zegna.com.
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8. DESERT SNEAKER
Give your canvas kicks some time off and test-drive a pair of suede high-tops. Informal but polished, these versatile rubber-soled ankle boots look good with both jeans and suits and come in enough colors to keep you covered through the fall.
9. DESERT SNEAKER Moncler ($425), 970-544-5558, moncler.it.
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10. DESERT SNEAKER
Ransom by Adidas ($130), adidas.com.
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11. DESERT SNEAKER 3.1 phillip lim ($130), 212-334-1160, 31philliplim.com.
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12. BETTER LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET
The Classic
In the past decade, the zip-up hoodie has become the clothing equivalent of a security blanket. It's time to let go. On your next long weekend in the country, try out spring's sharpest rookie. A bright cotton jacket is an ideal layer and a no-hassle way to add a punch of color.
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13. BETTER LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET
The Upgrade DKNY ($220), dkny.com.
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14. ETTER LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET
The Upgrade Stone island shadow ($525), stoneisland.com.
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15. BETTER LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET
The Upgrade Topman ($120), topman.com.
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16. TAILORED SHORTS
The Classic
It's true that loose-fitting cargo shorts help compensate for calf-challenged legs. But so do flat-front pin-striped shorts that stop above the knee. And these snug, more dignified alternatives won't make you look like you just stepped off the quad.
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17. TAILORED SHORTS
The Upgrade
1. Boss Black ($95), 800-hugoboss, hugoboss.com.
2. Lacoste ($115), Lacoste.com.
3. Banana Republic ($50), Bananarepublic.com.
4. Penguin ($79), Originalpenguin.com.
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Men: Reliable Basics for Spring
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