The Choosy Beggar

Who was Beau Brummel? An eighteenth-century dandy and arbiter of modern men’s wear.

What is Beau Brummel? A couple of European haberdasheries around town, one of which is in the process of closing its doors. Some of Brummel’s stuff is too loud and over-designed for our taste, and we find his cuts largely out of step with today’s slimmer lines. That said, we did find some very wearable suits, coats, and winter knits at up to 80% off –
Beau Brummel Uptown – 287 Columbus Ave between 73rd & 74th – 212-877-3689 – Map

Here it is, fellas! Our favorite sale of the season: The Steven Alan sample sale, and it’s kicking off Thursday morning at 8:30 a.m. Line up early if you’re after a particular shirt print, a down parka, or something from Rag & Bone and Simon Miller. Otherwise, through Sunday, find mountains of oxford shirts, pants, outerwear, suits, knits, and shoes.

Until the end of the year, both Built by Wendy boutiques are taking 50% off boots, denim, and select men’s wear. Also find a few deals online, like the above corduroy hooded overcoat down from $400 to $200.

Built by Wendy – 7 Centre Market Pl nr Broome St – 212-925-6538 – Map
Built by Wendy Williamsburg – 46 N 6th St between Kent & Wythe – 718-384-2882 – Map

Tuesday through Thursday, brash shoemaker Cesare Paciotti will be taking up to 85% off his one-of-kind oxfords, boots, and moccasins.