It looks like the polar vortex has left and the sun has arrived. And none too soon we think. It’s time for the heavy wools to give way to cotton, linen and color. Lots and lots of color. With that in mind, M. S. McClellan is pleased to introduce some of the first arrivals for the spring/summer season that we feel certain will be just the remedy for the winter blahs….
A sartorial observation….make note in these photos that if you do not wear a tie, the pocket square can often be an easy and colorful alternative.
Coming next week….Spring/Summer Robert Graham
Bills Khakis cotton/linen 1/4 zip pullover. Light enough to get you through April, but warm enough to keep off the chill.
Bills Khakis – Spring 2015 Signature Plaid
Bills Khakis – Oxford Cloth Gingham
Canali sportcoat – the colors of this season’s collection are inspired by the coastal colors of Capri
Canali
Exploded gingham popover sportshirt from Gitman Bros. The popover is a 1960’s classic started by Gant. Notice that the placket only goes half the way down..hence you pull it over your head. It tucks in cleaner, but it can also be worn untucked. We also have this shirt available in linen options as well.
Peter Millar silk and linen soft coat with sweater and sport shirt
Peter Millar
Crittenden silk and linen soft coats. A perfect compliment to dress up 5 pocket denim or casual pants and in the perfect weight for the coming months.
Vineyard Vines…..we’ll show more of this wonderful collection in another blog
Cotton Brothers sportshirt with new Vineyard Vines Shep Shirt
Eton sportshirt with Peter Millar vest
Coppley sportcoat …. Robert Jensen tie
Canali sportcoat….Donahue shirt….Breuer tie
Club Polo by Southern Tide….cotton jersey comfort, tonal Skipjack logo on back
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Smathers & Branson Holiday Belt
Tis the season indeed! And when you’re looking for some perfect holiday accessories that you’ll wear time and again during the party circuit….well here you go. Hand needlepoint belt from Smathers & Branson. Incredible detail shows off the icons of the holiday!
One of the Best Parts of the Holidays …
It’s official, the holidays are upon us. Friends, family and good times are what the next few weeks are all about. And there is nothing better on Thanksgiving morning, Black Friday morning, Christmas morning and (for sure) New Year’s Day morning than a good bloody mary. If you’re not familiar, then it’s time you discovered Big Tom Bloody Mary Mix. Direct from England, this is some good stuff. Add two ounces of vodka and it’s even better. If that’s not your thing, then Big Tom is great on its own.
We have two sizes.. the large 25.4 oz bottle for entertaining and the small 8.5 oz bottle for two cocktails and perfect for stocking stuffers and hostess gifts.
Grab a bottle (or two) for the coming days… you’ll be glad.
The Coolest Weekend Bag You’ve Ever Seen…..
M. S. McClellan is constantly on the look out for the new and unique. Those items that you won’t find anywhere else. With these new weekender bags from Hook & Albert we think you’ll agree that we struck gold. It’s a garment bag – duffle bag all in one. No more juggling two pieces of travel luggage at the airport. Or worse yet trying to pack your suits and dress shirts into a rolling case only to get to your destination to find your clothes are wrinkled. We think the Hook & Albert Weekender solves both problems. Compact enough to treat as a carry on. Big enough to get everything you need for a weekend out of town.
The Weekender starts as a garment bag laid flat so you can get a suit and some dress shirts laid out (or a sport coat and two pair of trousers and dress shirts) and then zip up the case to create the duffle. Since there is no folding involved, your dress clothing remains fresh requiring only a quick shake out when you arrive. The inside walls on the ends serve as a shoe caddy for extra reinforcement and stability. Zip up the sides and use the inside as the duffle bag. It’s roomy enough to hold extra jeans, shirts, sweaters, underwear, socks and dopp kit. (You’ll see how much it holds below.) Zip up the top securely and you’re off and running.
What and who is this bag perfect for? Weddings, guy trips, the man who takes 2-3 day business trips, a weekend getaway (obviously) and a host of other short term travel adventures. We’re pretty sure that a Hook & Albert Weekender will become your go-to for quick trips. If you’re really stumped for a unique holiday gift….here you go. We have two models available – brown leather (featured here) and an olive waxed canvas.
First – it’s a hanging garment bag. Roomy enough for a suit or a blazer and two trousers.
Plenty of inside pockets for belts, ties, cuff links, pocket squares, braces ……
The ends serve as a shoe caddy that provides some stability to the duffle….
Zipped up and waiting for more clothes!
Loaded up….and ready to hit the road!
Zip up the sides and securely fasten with these metal clips…..
We got all this into the Weekender including the sport coat and trousers….
Side pockets on the front and a deep zippered pocket on the back provide quick access to the stuff you need quick.
Conquering the Polar Vortex…..
It would appear that the cold weather has arrived and it might be here for some time. It makes for festive holidays, egg nog and what not with the possibility of getting snowed in somewhere remote. While others are out raiding Kroger for bread and milk, you should take a look at our new outerwear that will help you endure and survive the Vortex in style….. and while you’re at it why not throw on a colorful scarf from our many resources!
Windproof – Waterproof (with Gor Tex) from Dubarry
Sebastian – by Peter Millar. A wonderful car coat that features Loro Piana Storm System.
Turin – by Peter Millar. Quilted sportcoat that easily doubles as warm outerwear.
Westmorland by Barbour
Riber by Barbour
The always popular Dunmoor by Barbour
Dalish by Barbour
A favorite every fall…the fleece vests by Bills Khakis
100% cashmere vest from Bobby Jones
English Utopia
And don’t forget some great gloves from Barbour!!!
