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Portland’s Best Dressed Man Contest 2010

Wednesday, September 8th, 2010


STARTING TODAY, SUBMIT TO LKC STYLE A PHOTO AND A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF WHOEVER YOU THINK IS PORTLAND’S BEST DRESSED MAN!!

VOTING WILL BEGIN ON SEPTEMBER 25.

PARTY @ SAUCEBOX ON OCTOBER 9!


Portland, September 8–Men’s personal shopping and image consulting company, LKc Style, is hosting the Portland’s Best Dressed Man Contest of 2010. Portland, usually known as the land of casual and comfy, does also have some very snappy dressers from GQ to hipster that should be entered into the contest. Nominations and voting will be done entirely by the public. Starting today, anyone can send in a photo of their Best Dressed Man along with a brief description of why they should win the contest! Voting will take place just before Portland Fashion Week and announced during Fashion Week. The highly rated and always hip Saucebox will host the contest party on Saturday, October 9 which will also be open to the public.

Clothing, salon, and product prizes will be awarded by the Contest sponsors: Collier, Pureology, Hair M, and Sock It To Me.

Contact Laura of LKc Style (laura.knepper@lkcstyle.com) to nominate yourself, your friend, your boyfriend, or your husband today! Visit www.lkcstyle.com/blog for even more details.

GLEE, Chris Colfer & Ironic Non-Mustaches

Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

From Sam Sharma/PacificCoastNews.com

Chris Colfer of GLEE is seen here on set with a unique stache t-shirt. It seems mustaches are becoming almost as popular as birds on apparel lately…get your own today (ridiculous boots and pants not included…or recommended…):


Altru Kitsch Mustache of the Ages T on sale for $23 (only size small left)


Insight Stache Fest Ss Tee $30 (in all sizes)

And for those of you who actually have facial hair…………..


Ulta Remington 6-in-1 Rechargeable Groomer $19.99

Why NCAA FB Coaches Aren’t Featured by LKc Style

Tuesday, September 7th, 2010

Don’t get us wrong, we love football season and everything that comes with it (although we seem to be missing that 2-story beer bong from college)…but we’re often asked about college football coaches and it seems to be that the coaches are just so in love with the game that they forget about the nuances of being seen on TV by millions of people every weekend. So, here are the top five reasons why college football coaches haven’t been featured on the LKc Style Blog (yet…):

#5: Polo Shirts–not something someone with authority should wear during their job. Note: if you are going to wear a polo shirt, at least make sure it fits, that the sleeves aren’t too long, the size isn’t too big, and that the gatorade stains will come out.
From SI.com

#4: Pleated Khaki Pants–we know you’re all old; but there is no excuse for this, especially when you’ve gained 45 pounds since your “glory days.”

From College Football Town

#3: Windbreaker Jackets–Save these for your retirement in Florida, boys.

From The matador

#2: Headsets Bigger Than Your Head–we love technology too, but these seem like overkill. We already know you’re the man in charge…you don’t need a “coach helmet” to show us that.

From ESPN

#1: General Baldness–this is not always a bad thing (right Bruce Willis?), but paired with #2-5 above, it’s a witches brew.

Go Badgers!
Go Ducks!

Where Will You Be for Fashion’s Night Out?

Monday, September 6th, 2010


This Friday, September 10th is Fashion’s Night Out across the world…there’s one hosted in most major cities across America on that same night–check and see if you’re within driving distance (or a private jet ride close) by a host city!

Here’s what to expect from a man’s perspective:

1. Hot women everywhere; let’s face it…this event is woman-centric and therefore maybe a bit intimidating; but if you’re showing interest in your appearance, they’ll probably appreciate that.

2. Free stuff (appetizers, drinks, ties, AG Jeans, and in-store consultations)–who doesn’t like free stuff??

3. Learn something (that you perhaps haven’t learned from reading the LKc Style blog…); Brooks Brothers is hosting a “how to tie your tie or bowtie” mini-workshop during the Portland Fashion’s Night Out!

So, put on your comfortable walking shoes (but not white dad sneakers), stroll through your city and take in the women, the drinks, and maybe some cuff links too.

If you want a personal image consulting tour of Portland’s Fashion’s Night Out with Laura Knepper of LKc Style, please e-mail Laura at laura.knepper@lkcstyle.com. We’ll give you one hour free if you mention this blog post!

Tweed Jackets, Esquire, Goodwill & Elbow Patches

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

Esquire Magazine demands every man get a tweed jacket this Fall. Good luck finding a nice tweed jacket under $200 right now (the “affordable” option in the article was $348!). BUT there’s hope for you! I found a beautiful tweed jacket at Goodwill this weekend for $10! Great color, great lining, great fit, and elbow patches that probably did some old man real good. So, before you shell out a ton of cash in a retail store, stop by your local Goodwill or resale shop and make any necessary adjustments with your tailor. Tweed often gets better with age anyway…like a good brandy (but with elbow patches).

If you must buy new, here’s a unique option at the bottom of the tweed money chart:


ASOS Selected Tweed Jacket With Tartan Lining $219.05

The jacket I found @ Goodwill:

Kevin Pollak Chat Show & Fedoras

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010


The “underground” movement of Kevin Pollak’s Chat Show has gained quite a following…it’s one of the top podcasts on iTunes now. If you have chosen to watch the podcast instead of just listening, you’ll notice the Usual Suspect is donning a bevy of fedoras lately. Get one for yourself and host your own two hour podcasts today:


Peter Grimm Plaid Fedora $17.50


Vintage Stone Herringbone Fedora $14

If you are looking to spend a bit more on a high quality hat, check out LKc Style’s most recent guest blog at Always Be Suited where we discuss Goorin Brothers hats!!

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