Bloomingdale?s Men?s Fall Fashion 2006 ?The New Aristocrat?

Fall 2006 men?s fashion at Bloomingdale?s is about classic modern dressing with casual elements. The overall emphasis on classic tailored garments paired with casual wear and casual styling to the most classic garments ? it is all how you mix it up.

Incorporating sportswear with tailored looks continues to evolve into the most important fashion statement a man can make. Wearing a tie with a pair of jeans has never been so modern. Influences come from World War I and II, the English Dandy, Nautical and downtown New York. The touches of classic elements with modern details bring the look of fall together.

The color palette for men?s fall fashion is equally as important as the key trends in silhouettes. For color, greys and blacks are the most important colors with bursts of plums, dark blues and mineral reds. Luxurious fabrics are key for texture such as soft cashmeres, beautiful leathers and old standards like wools and tweeds.

Bloomingdale?s recommends the following must-have items for Fall 2006:

The Sport Coat is a classic piece that if you do not already own you must purchase this season. Besides being a classic the sport coat is an essential part of many looks for the fall season. Bloomingdale?s recommends a tweed fabric in a herringbone or plaid, just think rich textures to the touch with even a suede elbow patch.

The Suit is the biggest statement of the season and is fresh with many new options. Experiment with a 3-piece suit, double breasted or a new gray flannel suit as well as classic fabrications like twills and herringbones. To get the dandy-like look with your new suit don?t forget to get it altered so it hangs like it was custom made for you.

The Camel Coat is the more formal option in outerwear for men while also being very classic and elegant. The color camel is offered in several shades and silhouettes such as single breasted or double breasted. Most importantly with your new camel coat make sure it fits properly!

A Chunky Cardigan is an important piece that can be formalized for work during the week with a shirt and tie or casual for the weekend paired with denim and a striped knit. The chunky cardigan is the most up-to-date option yet classic choice for casual.



Although premium denim has been an important part of everyone?s closet for many seasons the most modern pick is Dark Wash Denim. Bloomingdale?s favors the look of dark wash premium denim worn with a sport coat, shirt and tie ? perfect example of classic modern dressing. If you are a risk taker or very fashion forward try the straight leg jean.

One of the two important nautical influences for fall is the classic Pea Coat. Considered the chameleon of outerwear, given it works in both formal and causal ensembles. What more can you ask for from a coat but something traditional yet versatile? The pea coat comes in the classic double-breasted navy wool but also can be found in unexpected colors and different fabrications.

The second most important pick with the nautical influence is the Striped knit. Preferably in the classic white with navy stripe, it can also be seen in other dark palettes like black, grey and brown. This is a key-layering piece that will be worn with your denim, chunky cardigan and even your sport coat.

One of the key fundamentals to any look this season is the Tie. All styles of ties are relevant this season and the newness comes from the skinny shapes and matte finishes. Newness also comes from not only wearing your tie with your new suit but also mixing the tie into your causal looks.

The Newsboy Cap is the hat of season and it can be either very classic in tweeds or flannel and fashion forward in an oversized fit or untypical fabrications. The wonderful thing about the newsboy cap is that it is truly versatile and can be worn with most fall looks.

The newest footwear of the season is the Work Boot. Think a lace up that goes slightly past the ankle. For a casual look go for the more industrial, chunkier style and for a dressier look go for the classic shoe look that is extended into a boot.

Bloomingdale?s, a division of Federated Department Stores, was founded in 1872 and with the opening of the San Francisco store, operates 37 stores in New York, New Jersey, Nevada, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Illinois, Minnesota, Florida, California and Georgia. For website access, please log onto www.bloomingdales.com.