MEN’S STYLE

THE CURRENT

MEN’S STYLE SPLURGE VS. STEAL

THEY SAY YOU CAN’T PUT A PRICE ON STYLE. BUT AS IT TURNS OUT, YOU CAN (AND THAT PRICE VARIES WILDLY).

Posh picks run the gamut from sticker shock to investment-worthy, and savvy shoppers know when to lean in on luxury and when a more economical alternative can get the job done with the same eye-catching swagger. We’ve assembled selections in seven key categories of accoutrements for men. Spurge or steal? It’s your call.

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

ABOVE THE BAR

THE SPLURGE:

Drawing inspiration from the Art Deco era and the elaborate cocktail culture of the 1920s, Richard Brendon’s elegant fl uted glassware (decanter $510, double old-fashioned glasses $147 each) features delicate cuts on a mouth-blown design. Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mall (bloomingdales.com)

THE STEAL: THE SPLURGE:

From the Swiss-based inventor of the modern inventor of the modern chronograph, Breitling’s chronograph, robust Super Avenger robust Super Avenger Chronograph-48 Night Chronograph-48 Night Mission ($6,400) is Mission ($6,400) is water-resistant up to 1,000 water-resistant up to 1,000 feet and features a black feet and features a black DLC titanium case, scratchDLC titanium case, scratchresistant sapphire crystal, and resistant sapphire crystal, and Arabic numerals evocative of Arabic numerals evocative of the stenciled numbers used on the stenciled numbers used on the decks of aircraft carriers. the decks of aircraft carriers. Breitling Company Store, Breitling Company Store, Sawgrass Mills (breitling.com) Sawgrass Mills (breitling.com)

Crate and Barrel’s subtly gilded Jaxson glassware (decanter $60, rocks glasses $11 each) earns its Art Deco style through the use of a sophisticated, fi nelined, gold hexagon pattern on handcrafted glass. Crate and Barrel, The Village at Gulfstream Park (crateandbarrel.com)

BUCKLE UP GOOD TIMING

THE STEAL:

Inspired by a motorcycle, the plush pieces of Tissot’s T-Race Chronograph ($595) are engraved with the words “start” and “reset,” and the silicone bracelet enhances the biker style. Jared, Bal Harbour Square (jared.com)

THE SPLURGE:

A modern interpretation of Ralph Lauren’s equestrian heritage, this Wellington stirrup-buckle belt ($1,495) is crafted in Italy from burnished genuine alligator. Ralph Lauren, Aventura Mall (ralphlauren.com) THE STEAL:

Handcrafted in America for Maus & Hoff man, this sophisticated ostrich belt ($410) has a calfskin lining and a nickel-plated solid brass buckle. Maus & Hoff man, The Riverside Hotel, Fort Lauderdale (mausandhoff man.com)

IN THE BAG

WORKING IT

THE SPLURGE:

THE SPLURGE:

The slim Henri leather briefcase by Bally ($1,050) is designed to fi t a laptop and features internal fl at pockets for cables and other work accessories, along with the option of a top handle or detachable shoulder strap. Bally, Sawgrass Mills (bally.com)

THE STEAL:

Leather details elevate the look of this classically styled canvas briefcase from Brooks Brothers ($368), while a padded laptop holder and plenty of pockets provide functionality. Brooks Brothers, Aventura Mall (brooksbrothers.com) Bang & Olufsen’s waterproof, securefi tting Beoplay E8 Sport earphones ($349) have a 30-hour battery life and are designed to deliver highperformance audio during any type of workout. Bang & Olufsen, The Village at Gulfstream Park (bang-olufsen.com) at Gulfstream Park (bang-olufsen.com)

THE STEAL:

Sweat- and splash- proof, JLab’s Go Air Pop Bluetooth earbuds ($20) off er touch controls for volume and tracks, plus three custom EQ sound settings. Target locations (target.com)

JUST FOR KICKS

THE SPLURGE:

The iconic logo print of Gucci comes to the sneakerhead segment with these GG Supreme sneakers ($920) these GG Supreme sneakers ($920) in blue and beige with leather detailin blue and beige with leather detailing and trim. Gucci, Aventura Mall ing and trim. (gucci.com) (gucci.com)

ABOUT ABOUT FACE FACE

THE STEAL:

Clinique For Men’s Anti For Men’s AntiAge Moisturizer ($44) Age Moisturizer ($44) contains an all-day hycontains an all-day hydrating formula that aims drating formula that aims to soothe and brighten to soothe and brighten skin and combat lines, skin and combat lines, wrinkles, and dullness wrinkles, and dullness for a revitalized look. for a revitalized look. Ulta Beauty locations Ulta Beauty locations (ulta.com)

THE SPLURGE:

With potent concentrations of white porcelain cacao, caff eine, and gyokuro to promote energized, healthy-looking skin, Tom Ford’s Research Crème Concentrate ($450) cocoons and recharges dehydrated skin to leave it visibly renewed. Macy’s, The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale (macys.com)

THE STEAL: These low-top Popwalk sneakers from Aldo ($108) boast sporty design elements and dramatic contrasting colors for a retro vibe. Aldo, The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale (aldoshoes.com)