Simple Statements

Sometimes less is more when it comes to accessorizing. Try swapping chunky chain necklaces and enamel bangles for a small pendant and thin gold chains. We love these looks from Steven West Designs. Try mixing two of these simple chain necklaces or opt for just a pair of earrings in a bold color, like this emerald green pair. Style tip: chain necklaces can double as great bracelets. 

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The Hampton

Summer is nearly here, which means it's time to break out the short shorts and shades. We're trading in our spring knits for some strappy sandals. We thought we'd show you a cool summer look that can make you look like an east-coaster from any location. Try pairing a short sleeved button-up, like this cool stripped pastel piece from American Apparel, with your favorite khakis. Finish off the look with a light-weight cardigan (we like this navy piece from J.Crew) and you have an easy and stylish daytime outfit. A cool pair of vintage wayfarers and brown leather topsiders are the perfect pieces to take this look to the next level.  

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The Country Club by Tod's 

The prepster inside us rejoiced the minute we saw this new style from Tod's. Traditional and bright the "country club's" are perfect paired with blue jeans and a simple cardigan. The Tod's driving shoe is something we think no fashionista should go without and is perfect for those days when you just don't feel like putting on your heels. We loved these so much we bought them...in both colors. 

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Checks Please

Listen up, boys. We wanted to take the time to talk about a classic piece: the checkered shirt. A great alternative to the white button-down, a checkered shirt adds an extra pop to your simplest outfit. For spring, we're loving this traditional piece in the pastel of your choice. Below are two checkered-shirt outfits for day and night. 

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Day

Casual and classic. We love this lavender checkered shirt from J.Crew paired with a pair of blue jeans and white sneakers. And you can never go wrong with black aviators. 

Night

Go all American with this red, white and blue look. We love this light blue checkered shirt from Polo paired with a red tie and brown boat shoes. Easily go from day to night by adding a blazer and tie and switching from a sneaker to a leather shoe. 

Pair a shirt and tie with two different patterns for an instant update to this classic look. 

General Style Rule: Mixing patterns is the perfect way to put a modern spin on a traditional look. 

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Scout Vintage T-Shirts

Our Latest Obsession: Scout Vintage T-Shirts in NYC. One of our most recent discoveries, Scout is one of the best vintage stores we've ever been in. All of the shirts at Scout are organized by color and thoroughly cleaned, so that you won't feel like you're buying secondhand clothes. Mixing new and vintage clothes because it gives a refreshing and unique look. The store also sells sunglasses, boots, belts, bags and leather jackets but what they do best is in their name. We love vintage T-shirts worn with just jeans or dressed up with stilettos and a blazer. 

-G & B

Scout Vintage T-Shirts is located at 227 Mulberry Street.

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The Karl Lagerfeld Rosary

If you're like us then fashion is your religion. And who better to worship then the High Priest of fashion himself, Karl Lagerfeld. This piece from Defiles From Paris may seem sacrilegious to some, but to us it's the perfect accessory for day or night. Mix it with a few simple silver necklaces for a fun look. (Gloves: Marc by Marc Jacobs) 

-G & B

All American

This simple daytime look can instantly make you look like the ultimate trendsetter. Jeans and a sweater-shirt combo should be any guys' go-to day outfit. And cuffing the right pair of jeans can bring a simple outfit to the next level of chicness. 

(Bag: APC, Shirt: Thom Browne, Shoes and Sweater: J.crew)

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