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We love it when they do the work for us: Banana Republic has pulled together outfits for suit-only and business casual work environments. Many of the looks include gray trousers paired with their recommended cool hues of blue and lavender. But depending on the shade and texture, gray can go with just about any color -- and we applaud easy to work with trends. Finish off the gray with black or dark cherry shoes and you’re ready to take on the …

Seriously -- what isn’t there to buy at Target? Especially on the clothing front, the options are plentiful with conservative, casual and trendy picks at prices budgets dream of. No matter your style, there are basics we just can’t live without. Suits are essential at least one point in our lives, so why don’t we throw in some pinstripes while we’re at it. Dressing down with layers is the perfect transition into the fall as plaids and bright tops will linger …

We embrace the simplicity of basics but don’t forget about the details. It’s all in the fine points of fashion – yes, even affordable finds! Mossimo amps up the basics for his fall Target collection with vibrant hues, fitted cuts and distressed finishes. ~ Mossimo short-sleeve piqué polo with two-button closure, slim fit with side slit hem available in 12 colors for $12.99 to $16.99. ~ Mossimo oval metal buckle with distressed brown leather for $19.99. ~ Mossimo straight-leg cotton faded …

New York City Fashion Week Spring 09 has begun, in case you hadn't heard. Here at See Jack Shop, we're bringing you the latest on spring fashion to come, so you can stay one step ahead: What: Perry Ellis Menswear Show, The Promenade at Bryant Park The Lowdown: Summer is coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean a guy can’t still fantasize about lazy days in the sun -- Perry Ellis sent out a laid-back, feelin’ good vibe for prepsters …

What: Rock & Republic Runway Show, New York City Fashion Week Spring 09 The Lowdown: If you're in to easy mix and match dressing, this collection is for you -- basic black and white, mostly in solid separates, ready to pull together in a way that's both easy and edgy. It is a rock and roll sensibility, however, so you have to have the attitude to match to be able to pull off the skinny pants, skinny ties, and zippered, 80s …

What: DKNY Runway Show, New York Fashion Week Spring 09 The Lowdown: Think neutral suits. Think sweater vests. Think bright color underneath. Keep those three elements in mind, and you'll be totally in sync with DKNY's take on menswear for Spring. And though it's nothing revolutionary, we're on board, and also with the casual-wear color combo of muted pink and beige/khaki, for those of us who are man enough to pull it off. On the whole, the collection says clean, laid …

It’s almost time to break out the sweaters! Details says chunky, wool pullovers are perfect alternatives to jackets. For the winter, they simply double as another warm lining. We think any thick sweater would do the trick so here are our top picks to keep you warm for the upcoming months: Thick button-up and zippered sweater with side pockets along with ribbed trimming and collar in heather gray and dark olive from the Gap, $58. Lambswool crewneck sweater available in nine …

There's something about a turtleneck that makes us uncomfortable -- both physically (they're a bit constricting) and aesthetically (are they to feminine? do they make us look like we're 8 years old?). This fall, we're seeing some cropping up, however, and we're not quite sure what to think. We're guessing you could wear them with dark denim and under a peacoat, and it might look alright, but we could use a second opinion -- are turtlenecks on guys a style Yea …

For casual weekend-wear, Old Navy can't be beat -- it's a great source for up to date styling and the prices are always less than we'd expect to pay, and with sizes frequently up to XXXL. They also seem to be all about the patterns this fall (think argyle, plaid, stripes) which we kinda dig. Just please stay away from the logo stuff, unless you're under 21. Here are some logo-free pieces we're considering for Fall 2008: Men's Argyle V-neck Sweaters, …

See Jack Shop rounds up the latest style notes from around the web: ~ indiTailored.com is the place to go for tailored dress shirt options according to Thrillist. The blog says buyers can pick between 23 fabrics, 12 collars, seven cuffs, four pockets, three pleats and monogram styles. ~ Do you mostly wear solid-colored pants with patterned jackets? A Suitable Wardrobe says to mix things up the “British way.” They say it’s OK to pair patterns as long as they’re on …

Yes, there is a difference between the scarves you were rocking this summer and the following fall picks. The material is thicker than the sheer fabrics of summer, so these will actually keep you warm. Also, the colors are richer for a fall ready accessory. How to wear it this season? David Colman of the New York Times recently wrote that scarves “…can be added to a dressed-down look like a V-neck T-shirt and jeans to give it a dressed-up flash.” …

What: Warming up to corduroy blazers. What we say: Fall brings out the corduroy pants from the back of our closets. But we've been seeing corduroy move on up in the world -- to blazers. As long as you don’t wear corduroy top to bottom, we're all about these blazers. They're solid transitional jackets and the corduroy material makes the blazer style more casual to wear over hoodies and cardigans. Get the look: Pictured: Two-button corduroy blazer in gray and brown …