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Introducing the Luxe Collection

December 1, 2016 By Bob McClellan

M. S. McClellan is proud to be a part of an exclusive group of retailers across the country that are presenting the Luxe Collection starting this weekend!
It’s a wardrobe collection of clothing and outerwear that has been exclusively curated by Michal Sestak’s showroom in New York. Featuring items from Baldassari, Sealup, Doriani and Inis Meain, the Luxe Collection represents the “best of the best” with a nod to the contemporary European styling prevalent today.

We look forward to showing this exciting collection that is available in only 12 other stores across the country.

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE LUXE COLLECTION LOOK BOOK

A Perfect Fall Day

November 16, 2016 By Bob McClellan

It’s late in coming. God knows it’s late in coming, but fall is here. There’s still time for outings to the Smokies and other East Tennessee environs, and when that time comes you’ll want some of these items below.

Quilted jacket – Barbour / Full zip sweater with wind shield – Barbour / Denim – Agave / Sportshirt – David Donahue / Boots – Wolverine / Socks – Scott Nichols / Scarf – Seaward and Stearn / Beanie and gloves – Barbour

The Beginnings of Fall

September 1, 2016 By Bob McClellan

It’s hard to believe right now, but any moment the winds of fall will begin to blow in. And in typical East Tennessee fashion, the cooler temperatures will arrive and the beautiful colors of the season will emerge. It will be a time of heading to the mountains, bourbon by a fire and a Saturdays at Neyland. You will soon be thinking of sweaters, cords, flannels and these beauties.
M. S. McClellan has a healthy selection of fall suits and sport jackets from Samuelsohn, Canali, Hickey Freeman and Southwick. And we think you’ll be excited by the subtle expressions of rust, brown and blue. They’ll pair handsomly with our dress trousers from Zanella or Ballin and a nice pair of suede kicks. If you’re dressing down, then match up with a shirt from Eton and denim from Agave, 34 Heritage or AG.
There’s no doubt that you’re going to be tempted by these fall offerings that have already arrived. More are coming, but why not get a head start on the season?

And this sport coat from Hickey Freeman might just be the hit of the season!

Wildsam City Guides

June 6, 2016 By Bob McClellan

“For tireless seekers of the authentic” – Wall Street Journal

When I moved to Nashville in 1992 there was nothing like the city guides you see here from Wildsam. Granted, the Nashville of 1992 and the Nashville of now are polar opposites, but I still didn’t have any bearings on where the locals went or what businesses were run by “true originals”. Over time and through friends I made, I would find these things out, but it’s always a little helpful to have a head start.

That’s where these city guides from Wildsam come in. As Conde Nast says, “these guides get at the soul of a city.” And they do. They are the best city guides of their kind. Wildsam guides get down to the brass tacks, and give you the direction you need to dive into a city and come away with a memorable trip. If you want to get far off the tourist trail then these guides are for you. The select suggestions given in these guides could just as well be smart picks a close friend might offer. It all adds up to guides that lead to inspiring and memorable travel.

These guides get their authenticity from a heavy reliance on the advice of locals – prominent and not so prominent. When I saw listings for Hawk’s Crawfish, Fred’s Lounge and Pascal’s Manale, I knew the New Orleans guide was for real. Likewise, when I saw Lafayette Hot Dogs in the Detroit guide there was no doubt the locals had been consulted. These guides aim to shed light on the lesser known, the complex, the real things. And they succeed brilliantly.

With the summer season starting up, these Wildsam’s guides are the perfect inspiration for your travels. Full of maps, artwork, interviews with locals, listings of the best of the best, suggestions for food, drink and action as well as essays that give insight into the personality of the city, these guides are a must have.

M. S. McClellan proudly stocks guides for Nashville, Charleston, New Orleans, Detroit, Brooklyn, Austin and San Francisco.

– Bob

Going to Brooklyn? Here are some essentials….

Apparently, Austin is known for their swimming holes… Here’s where you can find the best ones…

A handy guide to deciphering the fog signals in San Francisco…

A cool interview with a Shinola watchmaker in Detroit…

An interview with the oyster shucker at Pascal’s Manale in New Orleans. Think he knows a thing or two about the city?

Who better to write about the heartbeat of Nashville than Rosanne Cash …

If you happen to be caught in Charleston and find yourself in need of some emergency rags…Grady Ervin, M. Dumas, Ben Silver and Berlin’s all check out. And they are friends, too!

If you want some side trips while visiting New Orleans then here they are…and they’re legit.

All guides, like this one for Austin, feature a wide variety of local contributors who know the ins and outs of their cities…

There’s nothing odd about the odd jacket…

April 7, 2016 By Bob McClellan

“A jacket tells the world you are open to fun…Anytime I see a man playing golf or tennis in a his jacket, I know he and I could be friends.”

– Luciano Barbera

Our friend, Mr. Barbera, has it right. The odd jacket (named so because it does not match with a pair of suit trousers) lets the world know you’re not one to be confined to the bland uniform of the IBM workplace. As he says above, you’re up for fun and not afraid of some individuality.

Here at the M. S., the odd jacket is the wardrobe foundation for the man with style, and we have plenty of them just for you if you should be that man. We’re happy to present selections from Canali, Samuelsohn, Southwick, Empire, Crittenden, Hickey Freeman and a particularly eye catching jacket from Coppley. They all match wonderfully with our trouser separates, shirts from Eton and a variety of neckwear. Don’t forget a pocket square for an extra bit of sprezzatura.

If the odd jacket presents a challenge when it comes to the art of matching – let our professional staff assist. You’ll leave looking like a million, and ready for fun.

Pink linen popover from Gitman Bros. with a soft coat from Flynt. Add some our Res Ipsa slippers and a pair of white jeans and you’re good…

If you think you saw this in the fall, you’d be right. But it was in a heavy wool. This good looking number is a silk and cotton version. Cool enough for summer and equally so on you. Paired here with cream trousers.

You’ve seen this beautiful Canali sport coat before, but it’s paired here with an awesome sport shirt from Culturata. Wonderful Italian craftsmanship is on display in both. We’ve got more Culturata for you to check out, so give it a look.

Empire double breasted jacket in new blue with Eton sport shirt.

The beautiful Traveler Jacket from Hickey Freeman…

Lavender and brown from Empire.

A great soft coat from Nikky.

Peter Millar

The Summertime Blazer from Samuelsohn… part of the ABS 10 Collection. This is a great warm weather alternative to your go to navy blazer.

Cool and unstructured, these soft coats from Crittenden can dress up denim or casual pants easy. Add a Culturata sport shirt and a pocket square to complete the look.

How about this beauty from Coppley – paired with red linen from Hiltl. The Derby isn’t far off.