Designer McKenzie Liautaud  is providing a much needed overhaul when it comes to mens accessories.  He’s said: ”I want to offer the predictable universe of menswear accessories a diverse and exciting collection even if  others are hindered by a restricted design aesthetic.” (A statement we can all stand behind.)

Check out some of our favorite styles below:

The Dandy

Aspen

The Novelist

The Bachelor

Hamptons

The Scholar

Newspaper Paper Planes

Cosmic Paper Plane

Brucling's collar made me pop - viciously studded and surprisingly sharp. He's with his girls Ni'ma Ford, a stylist, and custom lipstick master Angel Cherry.

3 things that describe your style: 

Michael Jackson, Paris Circa 1986, Ralph Lifshitz (Ralph Lauren)

What is Bow Ties & Good Times all about?: 

It’s basically a journal of things that my friends and I love.  I don’t like to use the term “blog”; it’s less about reading and more about sharing important information in a short period of time. It’s to the point, interesting. My goal is for people to get something out of it. Not trying to be pretentious, it’s a journal of things that my friends and I want to share with the world, but we don’t want the readers to change who they are. We just want to share information quickly, so that’s why I chose Tumblr.

 Playlist of 5 fave songs this week and why you picked them: 

1. Slight Work - By Wale and Big Sean because it’s a great production by Diplo.

2. You’re in my System by The System because it’s an 80′s record and the cords are amazing.

3. I’m in Love by Evelyn “Champagne” King because she was born in the Bronx and it was produced by Kashif

4.  Moves like Jagger by Maroon 5 because I saw the video and he’s really dancing like Jagger, plus the melody is really great.

5. 2 Guys in Venice - Cookies because it samples I Found Loving by the Fatback Band.

 What’s your most treasured fashion item?: 

Right now it’s my Phillip Lim motorcycle leather jacket.

 Who are your style idols?:

Michael Jackson, David Bowie, Taz Arnold, Steve McQueen and Rick James.

 

I got the Versace for H&M leather jacket.

Last actual fashion last item you bought?: 

Surface To Air fedora

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1. The Tux

You tuxedo will say everything about you  this year at prom. For this reason alone it is super important that you pick the right one according to your style. If you’re the type of guy who wants to go for the traditional black suit: fine, but if you really want to make a statement then try something different. Play around without different colors such as charcoal, try a dinner jacket, or even go for a totally unexpected colored suit all together. Also in the fashion world for men tailoring is super important and that means finding a tux that actually fits. That means nothing too baggy. Leave that for your sweatpants because remember no matter what you think it is still a formal event.

2. Necessary Accessories

Along with the tux there are a few other things that are completely necessary in your prom night. They include some type of neck tie,  a cummerbund or vest, shoes, and hopefully a watch. Many times guys are guilted into wearing colors that directly match thier date. The problem with this is that what’s good for the gander is not always good for the goose. I’ve witnessed many guys wearing colors that didn’t flatter them at all but wore it for the sake of matching, This isn’t the stone age anymore and men are allowed to have a say in fashion. Instead of matching colors why not try wearing complimenting colors and if your date insists on matching for for a shade that better suits the individual.  Let your shoes and watch dictate your own personal style but make sure they fit your outfit.

3. That Extra Touch

If this will be your senior prom then it is the perfect night to let your style inhibitions go wild. It’s your last night to party with the rest of your seniors and you should make the most of your night. Make your outfit scream your name. Add splashes of color, throw on and layer accessories, wear a pair of converses; do anything that will make you feel like yourself,without getting you kicked out that is

BONUS: Me At My Senior Prom (I practice what I preach)

What are you wearing to prom?

The Suit: Everyone knows that the suit makes the man and that’s why the Don wouldn’t be caught dead not wearing one. There are many suits that a guy can wear that will carry the same presence. For the more conservative exec a plain black suit that fits well is always recommended and adding a pinstripe in your repertoire will have people appreciating you attention to detail. For a bolder guy a suits with materials that have a little sheen are great and if you really want to turn head goes with a color like cranberry. (SEE: Macy’s, Nordstrom’s, Brooks Brothers & Topman)

The Shirt: The same rules apply for the shirt as it did for the suit. You rarely see Donald on Celebrity Apprentice wearing a non solid color (or white for that matter) shirt. To make this look your own bust out this this mindset and go for your patterns. It’s always cool when you take your jacket off and there is a completely new look there. (SEE: Bloomindale’s, Saks, & Mr. Porter)

The Tie: When it comes to style I feel like if you walked into Trump Towers without a tie you would be fired immediately. The Trump man keeps it pretty simple with his neck wear. To add some spice go for a tie with patterns or even switch up the texture by adding knit and silk ties to your collection. (SEE: Ties.com, 21MEN, & EXPRESS)

I’ve been wearing bow ties ever since I was a bratty teenager. There’s something about one of these neck ties that can really transform an outfit. Here are three ways that I believe a bow tie can be worn without looking like a Steve Urkel reject.

The Formal Look: A bow tie is a staple at any black tie affair whether it be a wedding, prom, or charity gala. The bow tie is a very classic accessory when dressing up in a tuxedo or suit. A simple big black bow will never lose in these situations. To add a little spice why not switch up textures like getting velvet and silk ties.

The Casual Look: Nowadays men can wear bow ties outside of these super formal events. A bow tie in a casual setting shows confidence and style. In this case try to stay away from the standard black tie if you’re wearing a white shirt because they can sometimes come off as a little “cater waiter.” A tie with a pop of color or bold print can brighten up any outfit.

The Alternative Look: Who’s to say that bow ties are only to be worn around your neck with a collared shirt? This is fashion and there are never any concrete rules in it. That being said why not let your imagination go wild with your bow ties. You can DIY your own necklaces, bracelets, rings,  etc. To do this it would be best to buy a pre-tied bow and go wild.

How do you wear your bow tie?

Fashion designer and film director Tom Ford goes the traditional route at the Oscars.

Proenza Schouler has always brought us a variety of accessories to coo over, but these newly released bow-ties are some of the best we’ve seen from the designer duo. I’m really digging the hardware aspect of these bow-ties as well as the dangling chains, really providing an edgy, yet elegant, alternative to the traditional silk bow-ties. Not quite sure how you fasten these bad boys, but I’d imagine there to be some sort of clip mechanism.

Thanks View on Fashion!

Thursday night at SoHo Grand Corey and I had the pleasure of meeting one of the designers from WUYORK, a completely fabulous line of bow ties out of New York.  These intricate designs can be worn by men and women, and are not just for the neck! We’ll be learning more about them very soon, but for now check out their site and see the S/S ’09 Lookbook on Cult