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Archive for the ‘Hats’ Category

Will Smith: Hats off to you

Monday, July 26th, 2010

Courtesy XSposurePhotos.com

Will Smith…stop growing up and looking so good…we can’t keep up. Please go back to your zumba pants! Get a more affordable version of Will’s cap here:


GAP Brimmed Drivers Cap $19.50

Pick a Color: Navy

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

Joe, you’re right: every New Yorker’s dream…bland colors!! Here’s a new look at some navy for the every-man:

BDG, Old Navy, Old Navy, Express, Asos, Converse

Pick a Color: Grey

Monday, June 14th, 2010

I’ve really been into grey lately………..here are just a few favorite things in grey, all under $25:

What colors are you into lately?!?

Schooooool’s Out for the Summer!

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010

Here are some great things for the sunshine that’s starting to peak out–ALL UNDER $40:




Gossip Girl Guys: Undercover

Monday, February 8th, 2010

Courtsey New York Post & Pacifico Coast News

I don’t think I’d be covering up if I was a celebrity guy on Gossip Girls being chased by thousands of women constantly; nonetheless, that’s what GG star Chace Crawford (aka Nate Archibald) is seen doing close to the set recently. Maybe that’s what makes the girls go even crazier…Get his undercover look for less with a few of these items:


BKE Motorcylce Jacket $49.95


BKE Castleman Beanie $9


ASOS Retro Satchel $47.59

Look 4 Less Guest Blog: Gabriel Aubry

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010
Gabriel Aubry, Courtesy Just Jarred

Gabriel Aubry, Courtesy Just Jarred

My hot blogger friend, J, endlessly searches for more affordable outfits based on celebrity style– her blog The Look 4 Less showcases mostly women’s fashion (definitely check it out for awesome girlfriend/wife gift ideas), but has lovingly put together a celebrity look for you men out there. Her feature today is Gabriel Aubry, Halle Barry’s fashionable and apparently baby friendly boyfriend. Here’s J’s ideas:

Topman at ShopStyle

Topman Grey Beanie – $12

Martin and Osa Smokey Grey Scarf – $24.95

Ezekiel Men’s Coat – $74.99

Topman White crewneck shirt – $12

AE Jeans – on sale for $29.95, originally $39.50

Have another female celebrity look you want for less? E-mail J @ lookforless@gmail.com

Have another male celebrity look you want for less? E-mail Laura @ laura.knepper@lkcstyle.com

First Snow: Are you prepared to bundle up?!

Monday, December 7th, 2009

We had the first (sticking) snow in Chicago last night…and I’m sure similar fates are being seen in the northerly states all around. Time to get out your scarves and gloves to avoid frostbite and also look devilishly handsome and prepared. Below are some unique, affordable ideas (great as holiday gifts too). You can see I’m especially enjoying the look and prices from TopMan for your manly winter needs.

TopMan_BlackStripeScarf_56F51XBLK_largeTopMan Black Strip Scarf $24

OldNavy_FleeceLinedSweaterGloves_on732377-00vliv01Old Navy Fleece-lined Sweater Gloves $8!

Dillards_Roundtree&Yorke_PlaidReversibleMuffler_03123033_zi_neutral_multiRoundtree & Yorke Glen Plaid Reversible Muffler $18

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TopMan Multi Stripe Tassle Scarf $24

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TopMan Basic Brown Ribbed Glove $12

Stop with the 80’s Grandpa shirts

Saturday, December 5th, 2009

[regarding Time Out Chicago's Public Eye feature this week]

I don’t often try to negatively critique others, but I saw this photo, which is oh so public, and I couldn’t help but say something. Peter Ladwig, shame on you for making your other wiley hipster friends look like a follow-the-leader-but-I-don’t-actually-care genre. Clean yourself up and stop wearing jeans with holes in them. And worse, you’re representing my alma mater town: Madison, WI. And if you were really trying to look the part so hard…should you not have gone with Hamm’s??

Time Out Chicago

Photo courtesy of Time Out Chicago

More on Affordable Hats

Friday, November 20th, 2009

Per a few requests: here are a few neutral newsboy hats under $25!! As seen on the LKc Style blog by several “Street Smarts” hat-wearers and also in a recent post regarding David Beckham.

Kohl's_DockersSolidIvyHatKohl’s Docker’s Solid Ivy Hat only $14.40!

Macy's_CountryGentlemanWoolHatMacy’s Country Gentlemen British Wool Cap $22

And for something completely different, if you’re feeling particularly bold:

BrooksBrothers_CountryClubSeersuckerIvyBlueBrooks Brothers Country Club Seersucker Ivy $24

Street Smarts: Northwest + Hats

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

I found myself in the Northwest again recently and noticed the (necessary) love affair with these guys and their hats.  Hats can be an awesome addition to most outfits if appropriately matched. Consider these two Oregonians and their very different but stylish looks with hats:

2009.11.14_BlazeInPortlandBlaze in front of a cozy fire. Great outfit for day or night.

Nice crisp shirt w/ the sleeves rolled up just right.

2009.11.13_DucksGameGearing up for the game in something a little more casual.

But notice how the brown in the hat coordinates with the brown in the shirt.

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