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GUIDE TO STYLE SUIT UP FOR SUCCESS p 8 Cover guy LIAM HEMSWORTH rocks six sick suits

AMP YOUR SEX APPEAL p 18 MH Girl Next Door Naomi Piercey and friends talk sexy style

MASTER THIS STYLE TRICK NOW p 20 The secret to pulling off style mashups

“S” IS FOR SEDUCTION In our Fall 2012 Guide to Style, we give you all the tools you need to catch her eye. The rest, gentlemen, is up to you.

CONTRIBUTORS Kiera Aaron, Jen Ator, Brian Boyé, Clint Carter, Moira Lawler, and Sandra Nygaard

ALL BLACK SHOES ARE NOT ALIKE p 22 Actress STANA KATIC has some thoughts on your kicks

TAKE IT TO THE HOUSE p 24 Good job: You brought her to your home.

Now how will you impress her there?

STIMULATE HER SENSES p 30 PADMA LAKSHMI

makes the case for textured outerwear

THE RICHEST COLORS FOR FALL p 32 To dress like royalty, start with jewel tones

SHARPEN YOUR LOOK p 36 Real men learn how to upgrade their style ON THE COVER

Style icon by

JORDAN METCALF

Liam Hemsworth, photographed by Ture Lillegraven.

Styling by Brian Boyé and Sandra Nygaard, grooming by Kylee Heath/The Wall Group, production by LAH Produces.

Calvin Klein Collection suit, $1,200, and shirt, $325.

Paul Smith tie, $145. Boss Black belt, $85. Officine Panerai PAM 351 Luminor Marina watch, $8,900.

Cover inset and this page photographed by Jakob Axelman.

Styling by Brian Boyé, hair and makeup by Scott McMahan/ Redken Men/Agent Oliver.

J.Crew T-shirt (cover) and sweater (this page). Renstein/ Ross necklace. DWR exclusive Paulistano armchair by Paulo Mendes da Rocha, $1,550.

PHOTOGRAPH BY

JAKOB AXELMAN

MAKE HER HEART RACE p 40 DANICA PATRICK

purrs like a kitten

WHAT TO WEAR ON A FIRST DATE p 42 We dressed our man CLINT CARTER three different ways, then asked for feedback

IN HER HEAD p 48 Actresses SIENNA GUILLORY and CHARISMA CARPENTER

tell us what a woman really wants in a man

WHERE TO BUY p 48 FALL 2012 _ MH _ GUIDE TO STYLE _ 7

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Suited for SucceSS

Liam Hemsworth tries on a new role alongside actionflick royalty and slips into six killer tailored suits

By SAndrA nygAArd photogrAphS By ture lillegrAven

Arnold, Sly, And Bruce wAlk into A room. thiS iS not the Setup to A punch line.•Add to that room every other action star from the past 20 years— picture Schwarzenegger, Stallone, and Willis with Jason Statham, Dolph Lundgren, Chuck Norris, and Jean-Claude Van Damme—and it’s still no joke.

This group of actors is a serious lot, says Liam Hemsworth, who at 22 is the youngest member of The Expendables 2 ensemble cast.•“There wasn’t the testosterone or ego you might expect on a set like that,” he says.“Everyone was so cool and professional.” (Something else you might not expect?

All CleAned Up

Burberry london suit, $1,700, and shoes, $495. prada shirt, $350. Girard-perregaux Vintage 1945 watch, $13,300.

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Suited for SucceSS

“Dolph Lundgren is really good at math.”)•Hemsworth is comfortable being the new guy, soaking up knowledge from his elders. Growing up in Melbourne, Australia, the actor idolized his big brothers, Luke and Chris. Chris, who is 6 years older than Liam, paved the way in blockbusters The Avengers and Thor.

Liam, ironically up for the lead in the latter film, landed a prime part as Gale Hawthorne in The Hunger Games.•With a second Hunger Games installment on the horizon as well as a few other big roles, the youngest Hemsworth has carved his own career path. “I used to wear my brothers’ hand-me-downs, which were all too big on me.” His hair back then was an issue entirely his own. “I used to have an afro—like Will Ferrell in Semi-Pro,” he laughs. “It was bleached blond from

“All women think men look good in suits.”

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the sun. I was tall and awkward. I was not cool.”•Since moving to L.A., Hemsworth has become considerably cooler. Paparazzi waiting in the bushes can make anyone feel totally self-conscious about what he’s wearing.

The actor, who’s been head over heels with teen star Miley Cyrus since they costarred in The Last Song 2 years ago, says his fiancée is a big influence. “She’s had a positive effect,” he admits, even if she won’t let him wear his favorite go-to polos anymore.

Hemsworth says he still sticks to jeans, hoodies, and surf gear, although he’s become more mindful of brands and fit.•When the power couple takes to the red carpet, Hemsworth is even more conscious of the value of good tailoring. “I like suits that are fitted. And I usually stick to grays, whites, and blacks.”

He’s come a long way from wearing his brothers’ hand-medowns. But does Cyrus approve? “All women think men look good in suits,” Hemsworth says. “To be honest, I like the way they look too.”

Diner DanDy

Gucci suit, $3,100, and belt, $295. Boss Selection shirt, $275. Boss Black tie, $95.

Thomas Pink tie bar, $100.

Omega De Ville New Prestige watch, $9,900.

Suited for SucceSS

Be tHe Boss

Hugo suit, $900. Boss Black tie, $95. ermenegildo Zegna shirt, $265. Gucci belt, $295. Bottega Veneta shoes, $820.

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Cool Blues

ermenegildo Zegna suit, $2,300, and pocket square, $195.

Hamilton shirts shirt, $365.

Bespoken tie, $135. Breitling Transocean Chronograph, $7,900.

Florsheim by Duckie Brown shoes, $650.

Suited for SucceSS

A TrenchAnT look

Prada trench, $1,840, and suit (pants shown), $3,850.

Gucci sweater, $660.

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Suited for SucceSS

striking a chord

dolce & gabbana suit, $2,300. calvin klein collection sweater, $495.

Boss Black shoes, $225.

S t y l i n g : B r i a n B o y Ê a n d S a n d r a N y g a a r d ; g r o o m i n g : K y l e e H e a t h / T h e Wa l l G r o u p ; p r o d u c t i o n : L A H P r o d u c e s ; l o c a t i o n : C o l e ’s a n d T h e Va r n i s h , L o s A n g e l e s

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if women could . . .

pants? I can’t see it. I don’t know what it looks like. I don’t know what I’m going to get when I take those pants off. Show a little booty.

Vilmarie: I like a good pair of glasses that frames his face in just the right way.

Chelsea: For me, I like an edgier guy. If you’re going to pick me up wearing a T-shirt, which is totally fine, show your arms. It doesn’t need to be too baggy. Go for the perfect fit. Medium. Just hanging a little bit below your waist is good. I want to see a little bit of your definition.

Kristen: Guys think they can own the same T-shirts for the gym and to go out in. You should have T-shirts that you wear only to go out. They should fit you nicely and be in good shape and not be all pilly.

Naomi: I like a guy in a cool jacket.

You’ve got some quilted jackets; you’ve got some leather jackets.

It just completes everything.

Kristen: Don’t be scared of a cable knit. Don’t be scared of a cashmere crewneck. Don’t feel too girly for wearing a sweater. It’s okay.

Chelsea: Because I will want to wear that sweater eventually.

Strike a match

The best-dressed men know that combining seemingly disparate styles can yield a surprisingly pulled-together look. Celebs have stylists to make the trick seem effortless, but there’s nothing secret about these three formulas.

Classic + Edgy you dress like Mark sanchez you want to add attitude. you don’t have to lose the tie; just throw on a leather jacket. and try it in an unexpected color, like this deep olive.

Ralph Lauren Black Label Denim jacket, $3,700.

Ralph Lauren Black Label suit, $1,700 (pants shown), shirt, $350, tie, $135. Church’s shoes, $610.

FRAGRANCE

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Naomi: How do you want your guy to smell or not smell?

Chelsea: When you’re taking me out on a date, a hint of cologne is good.

Nadia: So you can smell him on your pillow the next day, just a nice little reminder.

Naomi: What’s the worst thing a guy can wear?

Vilmarie: Underwear as part of his look. Pull your pants up, put on a belt, wear pants that fit. Do what you need to do. I don’t need to see your underwear.

Kristen: I do not want to see a graphic tee. I don’t want to see a logo, nothing.

Naomi: I have a friend with a shirt that says DTF, and he thinks it’s hilarious.

All: Not funny.

Kristen: I am avoiding you all night.

Naomi: I can guarantee he has not done a lot of effing in that shirt.

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Casual + Sophisticated

Nerdy + Sexy

you dress like Jason segel you want to add class.

Just combine dressy pieces (a bold velvet blazer, tailored trousers) with casual elements (sneakers, a V-neck tee instead of a dress shirt).

you dress like Michael Cera you want to add heat.

Form-fitting clothes can work for men and women alike. try swapping out your clunky athletic sneakers for sleek black ones, and inch up your sleeves for a subtle style boost.

Tommy Hilfiger jacket, $700. Alternative Apparel T-shirt, $24. J.Crew pants, $120. Converse by John Varvatos sneakers, $170. David Yurman Revolution chronograph, $5,800.

Tommy Hilfiger jacket, $170. Vince hoodie, $150.

Gap jeans, $60. Dior Homme sneakers, $840.

David Yurman Revolution chronograph, $6,400.

J a k o B a x e l M a N , Styling: Brian Boyé, grooming: Scott McMahan/Redken Men/Agent Oliver

TURNOFFS

home FieLD ADvAntAge THE LUST LIST

Make a great impression the first time you bring her home

Photograph by

JAKOB AXELMAN,

Chair Modern lines and smooth leather create a sleek, sexy look she’ll find irresistible.

Blu Dot chair, $1,100.

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st yling: Brian Boyé, hair and makeup: Scott McMahan/Redken Men/Agent Oliver; J.Crew T-shir t, Reinstein/Ross necklace

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The LUST LIST

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Shave Stand Spruce up a mundane task like shaving.

It shows that you incorporate the finer things into your life.

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lamp Lighting is everything.

Invest in old-world craftsmanship.

Ralph lauren home lamp, $2,820.

eshave set, $230.

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Wallet Even if you don’t carry much cash, you’ll look like a big baller when you whip this out.

louis vuitton card holder, $225.

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breitling Transocean Chronograph, $7,900.

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Golden boWl A metallic coating and an artisanal aesthetic reflect your eye for design. michael aram bowl, $390.

styling: Richie Owings/Halley Resources

Watch A gentleman’s chronograph speaks volumes.

She’s listening.

J O S H U A S C O T T,

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And for your bAthroom . . .

The LUST LIST

If she peeks inside your medicine cabinet, make sure it’s stocked with the good stuff.

If she doesn’t, make sure anyway.

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SuitcaSe Your appreciation for architectural detail is evident in this carry-on. Looks like you’re going places.

Dror for tumi international expandable carry-on, $900.

Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Serum, $65. chanel Allure Homme Sport Eau Extreme, $60. anthony logistics for Men Instant Fix Oil Control, $28.

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BootS Rugged leather lying around hints at your adventurous side—and just may trigger hers.

man rules

Cab Cool

Contrary to your instincts, the guy goes first when climbing into the backseat of a cab. She doesn’t want to slide across the seat in a dress.

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canDle When the lights go out, so will her insecurities, thanks to flattering candlelight. lafco candle, $55.

J Shoes boots, $290.

Color is king Power Palette

Jewel tones don’t exactly go out of style—no woman ever turned down an emerald or ruby, after all. But the rich hues are especially big this fall (yes, for guys too). Men’s and women’s jewelry designer Catherine M. Zadeh explains the appeal of a color palette fit for a king.

burgundy

Old-school rules dictate that you hold the door for her. But an evolved man enters a revolving door first. Remember: We do the pushing.

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JOel Kimmel

Burgundy the Men’s store Bloomingdale’s bag, $650. Florsheim boots, $130. Chaps pants, $60. express shirt, $70.

PurPle Richer Poorer socks, $12. gap pants, $70. ted Baker london blazer, $460. Perry ellis shirt, $70.

portrait courtesy of Catherine M. Zadeh, illustration by

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J O s h u a s c O t t,

Door JAM

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man rules

Color is King

Dress like royalty

Rich colors rule the runways for fall—and in fact, jewel tones have been popular for centuries. Just ask any royal family member. “Sapphires, emeralds, and amethysts have always been associated with royalty, from the kings of England to the shahs of Iran,” says Zadeh. But you don’t need to spend a fortune to channel that power.

“Wearing these colors—whether in ruby cuff links or bold blue pants— says you’re confident and cultured.”

green

“SapphireS, emeraldS, and amethyStS have alwayS been aSSociated with royalty.”

Green Ny Based jacket, $290. Mark McNairy New amsterdam shoes, $490. gap cardigan, $45. Hudson Jeans jeans, $165.

Blue Prada shoes, $990. Calvin Klein shirt, $65. gentry tie, $85. Chaps sweater, $75. Nautica watch, $95.

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Prop styling: Richie Owings/Halley Resources

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