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  • Ask the MB: Polo Match Outfit

    Ask the MB: Polo Match Outfit

    Q: I am going to a polo event on June 12th. I have not been to one. What to wear? Obviously weather plays a part in this, so let's assume it is 90 + degrees and sunny. I would love the detail for the outfit and sunglasses (total to spend $2500.00) and I have a great watch. I am more concerned with pant, shirt, jacket, and shoes. Thanks!
    --JJ

    A: This may be your first polo match, but that doesn't mean everyone has to know. Follow the lead of Prince Harry, who has been there before, many times over, and go casual. Based on your budget, here's some specific pieces that will make you look like carefree royalty. (Caveat: Harry gets everything right from the neck down. His Maui Jim-style sunglasses should be left to the toolbag rabble.)

    Post O'Alls Cpost Chambray Long Sleeve

    SHIRT
    Post O'Alls Cpost Chambray Long Sleeve
    $198
    via Steven Alan

    JEANS
    SPURR Pipe Leg White Jeans
    $285
    via Bloomingdale's

    BELT
    Kicking Mule Workshop - Brown Belt with Handforged Buckle
    $330
    via Context Clothing

    SOCKS
    Happy Socks - The Stripes
    $10.50
    via Gent Supply Co.

    SHOES
    Yves Saint Laurent Jeffrey Loafers
    $635.00
    via Saks Fifth Avenue


    With shipping this adds up to ~$1600.00. Spend the balance on several rounds of MBs for everyone at bar afterwards.

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    5.26.10

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  • D.Squared dark wash denim one-button blazer via bluefly.com, $1068.00

    D.Squared dark wash denim one-button blazer

    via bluefly.com. $1068.00.

    MB Bold Play: Dsquared2 Dark Wash Denim One-Button Blazer

    As designers continue to strip-mine the past for Depression-era chambray workshirts, the reactionary chic of sixties-era Ivy Leaguers who refused to turn in their madras for tie-dye, and even that 1980s JC Penney staple, the block stripe rugby, how come we see so little "1970s heritage wear"?

    We doubt that's what Dsquared2's actually calling this magnificent blazer, but we see a canny, streamlined nod to the leisure suits of yore in this piece, and we like what we see. The contrast stitching, the way the oversized pockets perfectly echo the oversized lapel -- this thing isn't built for the ages but if you want to make a statement now amidst a forest of anemic lapels, this is your jacket of choice. Be prepared to put your money where your mouth is though. Even on sale, it's going to cost you a little over a grand.

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    5.2.10

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