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The Deal: Take 30-50% off select styles of Men’s Oxfords during the Lime Sale at Piperlime.com The Lowdown: If you’re still searching for the perfect pair of casual Oxfords for either work or play, pick up a couple of designer pairs during this sale. Kenneth Cole Reaction ‘4 the Cause’ Oxfords are now reduced to $83.99, originally $120.00, while the Duke by J Shoes is now only $51.99, reduced from $130.00.  From sneaker styles to polished leather, you’re sure to find …

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The Deal: Take $30 off regular prices of select ‘Favorite’ and Oxford shirts at JCrew.com The Lowdown: When you need a classic shirt for the weekend or something to layer under a sweater for casual Friday, the selection from J. Crew offers plenty of possibilities. Now you can pick up in-season favorites for just $29.99-$39.99 during the seasonal sale. The Washed Randolph Stripe Shirt is reduced to $29.99 from $59.50, while the Washed Favorite Glenpark Tartan is now $29.99, reduced from …

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The Deal: Take an extra 30% off new stock of golf shirts at Kohls.com The Lowdown: Just in time for Spring outings and golf events, select styles of golf shirts and polos are now on sale.  The Dockers Ribbed Pique Polo is now only $25.20, reduced from $36.00 while the Golden Bear Striped Polo is reduced to $27.99 from $40.00. When it’s time to get dressed up for tee time, a classic golf shirt with khakis is all you need. Shop …

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What: J. Crew’s handcrafted vintage leather belt, $155. Why it’s worth the splurge: Leather belts are fairly standard and their buckles ... well, they can be pretty boring themselves. We were yawning until we caught wind of J. Crew’s brown leather belt. The inch and a half wide belt stands out with an octagon-shaped buckle. They are individually crafted with an old school leatherwork machine while the hardware is made out of solid brass and polished off to affix a vintage …

The Deal: Enjoy 40% off men's (and kids') sale items at Bloomingdales.com through Aug. 27. Exclusions apply. The Lowdown: Bloomingdale's isn't our everyday shopping stop, but for designer goods, hitting the retailer on a good sale is totally doable. Well, if we've been saving our pennies for just such an occasion that is. Right now, get big savings on select items, like this Marc by Marc Jacbos Silk and Cashmere Color Block Sweater, on sale for $114 (originally $228) Shop: Bloomingdale's …

What: We've given you one of the ways to wear a leather jacket– now here's another option to get in on the trend -- G by Guess leather motorcycle jacket. Why it's worth the splurge: Leather can run up the credit card about $300+ so this week we're splurging on a PU or synthetic leather motorcycle jacket for $109. It has all the qualities we're looking for in a classic leather jacket: a fitted cut and ribbed waistband that keep it …

What: Carolina Herrera 212 Cologne For Men, from FragranceX Price: $40.98, (was $45) The Lowdown: If you're looking for a cologne for office-wear that has great value, great smell and long-lasting, 212 for Men is all you have to get. It contains sandalwood, spices and the spirit of incense, all of which makes you want to close your eyes and take a second to savor the intense aroma (and it's also great for drawing attention from the ladies, right). It's refreshing, …

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 …

What: Surprise! The peacoat returns as the go-to outerwear for fall. What We Say: Yup, the peacoat was hot last fall too, but it's pretty cool and classic -- and you might already have one in your closet -- so we're not arguing. If there's any adjustment to be made, it's that the peacoat you pick up this season could be shorter, and slimmer fitted -- and slim, of course is pretty much the trend in menswear across the board. Buy …

Dave 1 (Dave Macklovitch) is the stylish counterpart of the electro-funk duo Chromeo. While his other half is thuggishly chill, we opt for Dave 1’s look because he makes simplicity look cool. See him (left) at the inaugural All Points West Festival in New Jersey where he gives the perfect balance of brown in his outfit. In between, we find sleek white pants paired with a fitted shirt … popped collar, of course along with rolled up sleeves. This style is …

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 …

The Deal: Shop Old Navy men's apparel on sale now The Lowdown: Pick up some stuff for next summer, or something cool to wear this fall, on sale at Old Navy now. We're thinking rugby-inspired shirts for weekendwear, like this Rugby Striped Polo Hoodie, now just $15. Also pick from shorts, swimsuits, jeans, t-shirts, polos, jackets, you name it. A little something for everyone. Shop: Old Navy

Get ready for another romantic comedy this fall: The Accidental Husband. Alright, so this may not be your favorite genre but at least take a note of Colin Firth’s character, Richard, who is the “accidental” – think comedic twist – fiance to a radio talk-show host (Uma Thurman). Richard keeps it classy, in the pictured scene to the left, with a three-piece suit with the added pocket square for extra color detail. Suits don’t have to break the bank, so check …

What: The dapper days of the bow tie are back according to Jake’s co-owner Jim Wetzel. Why it’s worth the splurge: “The bow tie is more omnipresent than ever,” Wetzel told The Upgrader. The silk navy and taupe diagonal stripe tie for $95 is recommended for a retro touch. This accessory is also an easy way to spruce up an oxford – as the bow is already tied for you. Nice. Just adjust the straps to fit your neck and add …

As you probably know, Target is one of our favorite budget destinations . . . we like them not only for casualwear but suiting separates that look pretty darn good and are as affordable as it gets. Here are some of our picks for Fall 2008: Merona Herringbone Vest, $24.99 Merona Wool Suit Jacket, Brown Plaid, $99.99 Merona Wool Suit Pant, Brown Plaid, $49.99 Keanan Dufty for Target Woven Shirt with Tie, $29.99 Converse One Star Suede Soccer Oxfords, $39.99 Shaun …

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, …

The Deal: Save up to 40% both online and in-store at the Banana Republic Fall Sale The Lowdown: Banana Republic is one of the best sources for quality affordable work and casual wear, but it's even better when you hit a sale. Save up to 40% online and in-store right now, and pick up some pieces to update your fall wardrobe. Like maybe this BR monogram bold orange stripe dress shirt, on sale now for $39.99, and/or these straight mini houndstooth …

A lifestyle brand Polo Ralph Lauren launched this spring has brought us all things all-American from bedding, travel goods to clothing. As we break into another season, we look to the American Living collection at JCPenney for patterned tops, ribbed sweaters, basic pants, autumn jackets and extras to pull an outfit together at an affordable price … just the way we like it. Brown leather bomber jacket with rib-knit trim and snap closure pockets on sale for $199.99. Ribbed zip-up white …

The Deal: Get 20% off all watches at Smartbargains.com The Lowdown: Shop now and get 20% off designer timepieces from Movado, Dolce & Gabbana, Baume & Mercier, and more. We like this Kenneth Cole Reaction Men's Peek-Through Watch, on sale now for $149.99 (originally $225). Shop: Smartbargains.com