Through SUNDAY, Paul Smith boutiques are now taking a full 75% OFF nearly all F/W stock. Find lesser deals online. **Early reports from the field: “Awesome deals to be had…Definitely worth checking it out. Got a great double breasted herringbone coat with a shearling collar for $230 from $925,” writes one reader. From Greene Street,… Read more »

What’s the least costly way to refresh a tired wardrobe? Accessories… Like ties. And what’s the least costly way to refresh a tie collection? By altering their shapes — most often by slimming them down, but not always — at an expert tie tailor like Tie Crafters in Midtown. Tie Crafters – 252 W 29th… Read more »

In contrast to much of Men.Style’s Spring Buyers’ Guide, the Journal is reporting that pastels will quietly dominate men’s wear this coming season. We’re into it. [WSJ.com via Racked]

Despite his characterization of Gossip Girl as “inspirational” (and his fear of horses), we’re giving Hassan’s here look a perfect 10.0 score. Sure, one can always get more crisp or creative, but — with a few minor accessory changes — this uniform would put you at the top of the class in any setting from… Read more »

At 12 noon, Billy Reid‘s well-made wares go on sale at Gilt.com. Dripping with laid-back Southern charm, Reid’s clothing represents a welcome return to refined masculinity. HERE‘s your invite to the members-only site.