Woodbury Mens Shop Fall/Winter 2023

WOODBURY MENS SHOP

Luxury Menswear

CONTENTS

fall/winter 2023

FEATURES UP sneakers

stay—and so are wearing them

PERFECT FOR BODY

Woodbury Mens Shop, dread shopping

After all, jeans genes.

GET THE LOOK

Find the looks you need for weekends, weddings— as well everything between—at Woodbury Mens Shop.

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56 CREATED JUST FOR YOU

Choosing the world of made-tomeasure garments, you’ll get precisely what you want.

60 FORMAL LESSON

‘Tis the season for weddings and galas. At Woodbury Mens Shop, we’ll make sure you’re ready to go with the best black-tie attire.

64 STYLE PROS

Woodbury Mens Shop’s style experts reveal the looks and pieces that excite them most this autumn.

DEPARTMENTS

favorite time of the year

Guide outerwear...the touch, the feel Fioroni...cufflinks 101...and more!

Techie toys may not be true we still want ’em!

Man wears, John Legend as much on key must-haves for all your

Automotive embraces change with the new mid-engine hypercar.

Suvorova exuberantly taps eras—and another name.

beachy Greek island of destination tourists crave. many tourists know that yet.

48 Sporting Life

Steamboat Springs, Colorado, isn’t as chic as Vail, but it’s unbeatable for the quality of snow and the authenticity of its Western vibe.

50 Pursuits

The Speeder from JetPack Aviation promises to be the world’s first airborne motorcycle.

52 Fitness

The newest thing in exercise is also the oldest—the basic “primal” moves your ancestors made long before they were human.

54 Grape

The finest cabernet sauvignon wines from California’s Sonoma County now rival those of its well-known neighbor, Napa.

58 Sustainable Fashion

The brands you love make you look good—and their sustainable practices are making our planet a healthy place too.

62 Grooming

What tools are required to give every gentleman that clean, correct look? These 6, for starters.

Sportcoat

Stenströms, by Paolo Albizzati,

Photo by Dan

Coat by Gimo’s, shirt by Taccaliti, Ferretti, scarf belt by Anderson’s, Gallo di Bianco.

Photo by Dan

WOODBURY MENS SHOP

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Telephone: 516.802.5280 woodburymensshop.com

Store Hours

Monday To Friday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Editor In Chief RITA GUARNA

Creative Director STEPHEN M. VITARBO

Senior Associate Editor DARIUS AMOS

Lifestyle Editor HALEY LONGMAN

Contributing Editors KAREN ALBERG, GROSSMAN, ROBERT BERINGELA, ELISE GUARNA, EVERETT POTTER

Contributing Photographer DAN SPRINGSTON

Group Publisher LIZETTE CHIN

Associate Publisher CHARLES GARONE

Director of Operations CATHERINE ROSARIO

Director of Advertising Services

JACQUELYNN FISCHER

Production Manager FERN MESHULAM

Production Artist CHRIS FERRANTE

Accounting KASIE CARLETON, URSZULA JANECZKO, STEVEN RESNICK

Our Favorite Time of the Year

We couldn’t be more excited about fall—it’s our favorite time of year to dress. We tirelessly searched the market for the best luxury menswear from around the world, adding many new collections.

For those of you who know us, we are here to dress you to look your best for your lifestyle—from business, formal events, going to the club or out to dinner with your friends. We give you the highest level of service with impeccable tailoring on any purchase from our shop.

If it’s that gorgeous cashmere sweater with the perfect fitting jeans, or that tuxedo with the special accessories, we’ve got you covered!

With Sincere Gratitude, Jim, Amir, Rich, Hilary, Marc, Antonia, Lina and Mirtha

Published By

Chairman CARROLL V. DOWDEN

President & CEO MARK DOWDEN

Senior Vice President RITA GUARNA

Vice Presidents LIZETTE CHIN, NIGEL EDELSHAIN, THOMAS FLANNERY, BELINDA PINA, MARIA REGAN, STEVEN RESNICK

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Style for EVERY STORM

Inspired by the sail of an 18th century clipper, Paul & Shark has been a premier menswear brand for everyday wear since its inception in 1975. The brand is made for the sea, but its garments can be worn even when it’s not sailing season. For fall and winter, consider some of their special fabrics such as outerwear featuring the Loro Piana Storm System, a luxury waterproof fabric that repels water, dirt and other natural elements. Or try a sweater with Watershed, Paul & Shark’s signature water-repellent knit. Both materials are sustainable and give you the confidence to weather any storm in style.

The touch, the feel …OF FIORONI

Not all cashmere is created equal, and Fioroni is in a league of its own. This Italian brand sources cashmere from only the finest mills throughout the world—China, Mongolia, Afghanistan and India— and uses these materials to hand-embroider the coziest sweaters you’ll want to wear until spring. Stock up on full-zip, quarter-zip, crew or V-necks sweaters in a variety of colors. Trust us—there’s no such thing as too many Fioroni cashmeres.

Ravazzolo: MADE FOR YOU

Woodbury Mens Shop offers a plethora of made-to-measure options, but you know you’re getting the best of the best with custom suiting by Ravazzolo. This Veniceborn company started in 1959 by Giuseppe Ravazzolo is epitomized by menswear that’s beautiful yet also durable, the type of high-end clothing you’ll have in your closet for decades. The family-owned brand’s suits, sportcoats and tuxedos boast superior workmanship and only the best-of-the-best fabrics. Choose from classic cuts and styles or more bold patterns such as plaid or checker-print for fall. Not sure which style suits you? Stop in at Woodbury Mens Shop to see what’s in store.

The A–Z list

WOODBURY MENS SHOP is proud to feature more than 75 designer brands! Visit us to find your favorites and discover new collections.

ANDERSON’S ARNAU

AUTUMN CASHMERE

BARMAS

BELVEST

BORRELLI

BRESCIANI

CARROT & GIBBS

EMANUEL BERG

ETRO

FEFE

FISSORE

FERRANTE FRADI

Ride of YOUR LIFE

FEDELI FIORONI

GRAN SASSO

GALO

GHERARDI

GEOX

GIMO’S

GALLO DIBIANCO

GIONFRIDDO

HAUPT

INIS MEÁIN

INGRAM

ITALO FERRETTI

PAOLO ALBIZZATI

L.E.N. BELTS

LES ELIXIRS

LUCIANO BARBERA

JACK OF SPADES

JAN LESLIE

MAC

MAGNANNI

MANTO

MARCOLIANI

MASON’S

MAURO BLASI

MIRTO

MAURO OTTAVIANI

MAURIZIO BALDASSARI

PAUL & SHARK

PIACENZA

POGGIANTI

PT

RAVAZZOLO

SOL ANGELES

STENSTRÖMS

TELERIA ZED

TACCALITI

VINCE

WATERVILLE

WMS SIGNATURE COLLECTION

Before you buy a new Ford GT or Lamborghini Revuelto, pay homage to the great speedsters of the past and flip through 50 Ultimate Sports Cars: 1910s to Present (Taschen, 2023). This 40th edition guide is the sports car anthology, a curated collection of the most sought-after and groundbreaking vehicles ever made. From the breathtaking styles of the aforementioned Ford and Lambo to the cutting-edge designs of Bugatti and Maserati, you’ll find stunning imagery of your dream car in this musthave for every automotive connoisseur.

Shake A LEG

You wait all year to snuggle into cozy flannels and corduroys, and PT Torino has plenty to choose from in that department. This pantcentric brand from Turin, Italy, has a wide variety of bottoms in various materials like wool, flannel, denim and cotton—all perfect for Long Island winters. PT’s corduroys are a Woodbury Mens Shop favorite, with extra-stretch for the perfect fit every time. Choose from five-pockets or chinos, a slim-fit or a looser leg, to suit the occasion and your body type. Our sales team is happy to help you find your perfect pair(s).

COME CELEBRATE WITH US

Dress to the nines and head to Woodbury Mens Shop on Saturday, Sept. 30, when we celebrate the official release of our fall 2023 magazine. Join us as we raise a glass of wine or a shot of tequila and sample delicious food provided by the chefs at Ruta Oaxaca. While you enjoy the festivities, feel free to walk around the store and ask our style associates to show you the latest collections.

Ruta Oaxaca, with locations in Patchogue and Astoria, uses old-fashioned methods while serving dressed-up plates—an ode to Oaxacan culinary traditions. In addition to outstanding Mexican cuisine, they serve more than 40 artisanal and ancestral mezcals and more than 50 different types of tequila brands in a vibrant unique atmosphere with toptier service. We hope to see you all on Sept. 30 so you can experience the very best from Woodbury Mens Shop and Ruta Oaxaca.

Ask MR. ETIQUETTE

Jim Foley explains how to sail through life without giving offense.

I see guys these days wearing pants with different What is an appropriate length for pant legs? —Wondering

We all see the fashion trend of short pants. This be worn sockless or with a no-show ped. It’s OK ankle if the pants are tapered to a 15-inch bottom. never be worn with a wider bottom because it will “Where’s the flood?” A classic break of 1 inch on always be in fashion. Remember: Wear your clothes that feels true to you, true to your taste and true

Formal FINISH

Now that you’ve picked out your tuxedo and shoes and you’re dressed to the nines for the upcoming gala or wedding, there’s one final touch to complete the look. A great pair of cufflinks is the perfect way to show off your personality and style. But with so many varieties from which to choose, how do you select the best pair to wear? You can simply ask one of our style pros for an assist, or give our handy guide below a quick read:

Ball Return: This type typically has a curved post and a small ball tip opposite the decorative head.

Bullet Back: includes a narrow that folds up nest inside the frame of a hollow post. Once the cufflink is through the buttonhole, the bullet is flipped back out to secure.

Chain Link : identical, are by chain, resulting in a looser fastening than other cufflink varieties.

Silk Knot: This less formal style

Style By DESIGN

Don’t miss the following special events and trunk shows happening at Woodbury Mens Shop. Trunk shows are an opportunity to meet representatives of your favorite brands and have clothing, shoes and other items custom-made. All shows below take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. unless noted.

Sat., Sept. 9: Made to Measure Event

Sat., Sept. 16: Stenströms with Anders

Hjarne

Sat., Sept. 23: Italian Made to Measure +

PT with David Aguilar

Sat., Sept. 30: Magazine Launch Party

WMS Signature Collection Made to Measure, L.E.N. Belts with Ralph Quintanilla MAC Jeans with Galina Mironoff

can add a pop of color to your outfit and is less expensive than

Fixed Back: consist of a large straight post and a smaller interior backing, or they can identical

They are very because they moving parts. style features post and a flips flat against the post, allowing you to easily slide it through the buttonhole before flipping it out again to secure.

Sat., Oct. 7: Barmas + Gherardi with Samantha Glazer

Sat., Oct. 14: Formal Event

Sat., Oct. 21: Vince Pop Up Shop with Lexi Hordes

Sat., Oct. 28: MAC Jeans with Galina Mironoff

Gadgets & GEAR

1HE SHOOTS, HE SCORES

As activities relocate indoors for the season, an air hockey table is a man cave must. The Illuminated Air Hockey Table from Hammacher Schlemmer is surrounded by LED lights (on the table, the legs, the pucks and the pushers) that flash when you or your opponent scores a goal. A built-in music system means playing can become a party. $1,200.

2FAST FOOD

What’s more convenient than ordering a pizza for delivery? Having a compact pizza oven in your own backyard. The Ooni Koda 16 Pizza Oven is sized to bake 16” pizzas in less than a minute’s time. It’s wireless and operates with a small on/off knob, and its small stature means its made for on-the-go transport. And don’t think it’s a one-trick-pony; if pizza isn’t on the menu, the Ooni Koda also makes meat, veggies, pies and more. $599.

3MUSIC TO YOUR EYES

The Speaker from Balmuda promises a “whole new musical experience,” probably because this one involves your ears and your eyes. Each glass tube on The Speaker features LED lights that synchronize to the beats of your music (like a holiday light show, but just for you). Three different light experiences set the vibe—candle mode, ambient mode, beat mode—and the battery lives for about seven hours. This petite beauty weighs just 2.2 pounds, and makes for interesting conversation both when it is and isn’t in use. $399.

4A NIGHT-TABLE NECESSITY

How’d you like a cup of coffee without leaving your bed? The night before, assemble your cup and set the alarm on the British-born Barisieur Coffee Alarm Clock. It’ll brew your beans (or your tea) at your chosen time and wake you up simultaneously, both through the alarmclock-esque beeping noise and with the sweet aroma. For the ultimate coffee-in-bed experience, use the built-in tray and spoon for serving. But oh, you don’t drink it black? The Peltier cooler with an infrared sensor will keep your milk cool overnight. $445.

5WE’LL DRINK TO THIS

The Fizzics DraftPour is a handy device which makes your bottles and cans of brewski taste like they came from the tap. Once it’s juiced, either with batteries or via its USB charger, choose a canned or bottled beer and place it in the tubular contraption. Pull the handle for beer, push for micro foam, and a nitro-style draft is ready to sip in seconds. $124.99.

6WARMTH POST-WORKOUT

Another workout wearable? Hardly. Instead of tracking your steps taken or calories burned, the Hyperice Venom heated massager collection features wearables for when you’re done. Each model— Venom 2 Back, Venom 2 Shoulder, Venom 2 Leg, Venom Go, Venom Back, Venom Shoulder and Venom Leg—eases post-workout tension and soreness through a combo of heat and vibration therapy. Both aspiring Olympians and newbies can benefit equally. Pop it in your gym bag for on-the-spot relief, or put it on when you get home. $129-$219, depending on the model.

7A WHOLE NEW WORLD…

…of virtual reality has arrived. Honestly, you just might wonder if you’re in your living room or at the top of a canyon somewhere once you immerse yourself in Playstation VR2. This next-level virtual reality gaming system includes a vibrating headset and a controller with fingertouch detection, analog sticks to grip on-screen objects and four cameras that capture your every move. And the picture quality and detail you’ll experience is just …chef’s kiss. $549.

These high-tech toys may not be true necessities, but need schmeed— we want ’em!

Leading Man

What becomes A LEGEND MOST?

Give yourself a surname like Legend, and it’s like donning a diamond-studded tux: You risk being a joke if you can’t pull it off, but John Legend wears it well. The stage moniker John Roger Stephens chose for himself after landing his first record deal embodies his persona to a T. It’s a worthy sobriquet for a worthy musical multitalent—and a suave style icon.

The 44-year-old grew up as the oldest of four siblings in Springfield, Ohio, a musical prodigy of sorts. He learned to play the piano at 4 years old, and performed in his church’s choir at 7. “I’ve been wearing suits since my dad first made one for me when I was kid going to church,” he told Gear Patrol in 2022. “Both of my parents are tailors, and suits have always been very natural for me.”

Did these humble but sartorially sophisticated beginnings foreshadow the star’s later style prowess? Apparently. Since his big musical break circa 2004—the year he was signed to Kanye West’s record label, GOOD Music—Legend has become notorious for stylish suiting, putting his own impeccable twist on traditional menswear. He’s been working with the same stylist, David Thomas, since 2008, and together they’ve massaged his style into one that’s uniquely Legendary. While singing everywhere from Sesame Street to the Obama

campaign to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to the Grammys, he’s always looked good.

“I like finding a balance between classic shapes, classic silhouettes, classic tailoring and something more interesting and exciting,” the “All of Me” singer has said. A prime example of this is the asymmetrical Alexander McQueen suit he wore to the 2020 Grammy Awards; the gray sports jacket was sharp and clean on one side, pleated and kilt-like on the other. Legend has said that the late McQueen “nails that middle ground of being out there, but remaining stripped back,” which, come to think of it, is a great way to describe the singer’s own aesthetic.

Legend also lives for a good, bold monochrome moment. See exhibits A, B and C; the sunflower yellow pinstriped suit by Fendi worn on The Voice Season 19; the lavender Paul Smith notch lapel blazer and trousers from the 2019 iHeartRadio Awards; and the white-on-white Gucci fit he wore to perform at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards. (Yeah, this guy gets around in Hollywood.)

“I care as much about how I look on stage as how I look when I go out to the grocery store,” he told British GQ in 2021. That inverted comparison could sound blasé, but it really means he’s quietly relentless—he always cares. Legend maintains his fashion A-Lister status in well-tailored, classic

pieces, even if it’s ripped jeans and a Paul Smith bomber jacket on grocery store runs or airport treks (with an occasional satin or velour tracksuit from 3.1 Phillip Lim thrown in for good measure). And, let’s be honest, the dad of four looks put-together even when he’s merely sampling food made by his model/entrepreneur/cookbook author wife of a decade, Chrissy Teigen, in her Instagram stories. No sweats and hoodies here.

This multitalented star’s success is a surprise to few who knew him early on—who knew, for instance, that he was as gifted academically as musically. He skipped two grades in school and started high school when he was only 12, and he graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania. Besides being a male fashion icon, a musician (with eight studio albums), a TV star (a coach on The Voice) and a record and film producer (an executive producer, for example, on the Oscar-winning La La Land), the “Ordinary People” crooner completed the “EGOT” circuit (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony) winner at only 39, the first African-American man to snag that honor. Last year, he became a designer too, collaborating with shoe brand Sperry on a line of boat shoes and lace-up boots.

“The more I get, the more I gotta do,” he’s said. Hey, we get it. And at 44, there’s so much more.

No matter what he wears, this singer oozes class, his style as much on key as his music. By Haley Longman

FALL STYLE GUIDE

Stock up on must-haves for all your fall affairs, from client meetings and after-work cocktails to weekend getaways and black-tie events.

From top, left to right: bracelets by Robin Kahn, belts by Anderson’s, denim by Jack of Spades, formal shoes by Magnanni and Gallo Di Bianco.

From top, left to right: ties by Italo Ferretti and Silvio Fiorello, socks by Marcoliani, dress shoes by Magnanni and Gallo Di Bianco, scarves by Paolo Albizzati, cufflinks by Jan Leslie.

From top, left to right: dress shirts by Stenstroms, bowties by Carrot & Gibbs, belts by LEN, quarter-zip sweaters by Gran Sasso, colognes by Les Elixirs.

Kick IT UP

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considered oxymoronic, the term “dress sneaker” today describes a must-have in every man’s arsenal of fashion accessories. Just as one needs handsome pairs of cap-toe kicks that exudes a casual-yet-dressed-up

shoe has been making waves in recent aren’t a flash-in-the-pan trend. As men more offices relax their dress codes, becoming a favored footwear. They any look; wear them with denim and tees, sweaters and sportcoats. They’re stylistically smart—but there are some don’ts you should know:

sneakers should confused with of athsneakers, such as customized high-tops. shoes typically materisoles, large distracting colors laces. While are stylish, worn to while running errands—this inChuck Taylors brands like sneakers from Gallo di Bianco constructed of leather and

Keep it casual If you want to play wear your sneakers way you would a casual loafer. Find a classic sneaker such as those from Geox in a muted color or monochromatic palette and consider ing up the bottom pant leg to show off tle ankle or a fun printed sock. Most sneaker will work with your business-casual chinos and five-pocket pants, making them perfect casual Fridays. Brown sneakers are classic, try a lighter color when wearing dark trousers. a smart look, pair your

No mere fad, dress sneakers are here to stay— and so are wearing

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The JeanPerfectfor EVERY BODY

We understand that many men may not want to get worked up while looking for jeans, but we also know that finding the perfect pair takes more than searching for a size tag on the waistband. A department store brand with a 32x30 tag, for instance, will fit differently when compared with Woodbury Mens Shop’s highquality denim by designers like MAC, Barmas, Jack of Spades, Citizens of Humanity and Teleria Zed.

When you visit Woodbury Mens Shop, our style pros will talk to you even before you start trying on pants. We focus on getting the fit right as quickly as possible with three basic questions:

1. Do you like low rise or mid rise? “Mid-rise jeans tend to be most popular with our customers,” Jim Foley says.

2. How fitted do you want them? “Some men like their jeans to be quite fitted around the thigh, but others want to be more comfortable. Some like a narrow slim fit, while others like a more relaxed fit.”

3. What washes are you looking for? “Some washes are clean and solid, while others appear distressed. Dark, light or colored washes can be seasonal or complement your other garments.”

Once the staff gets your answers, they’re good to go. As inventory experts, they’ll know to grab jeans from brands like Jack of Spades, MAC Jeans, Citizens of Humanity, Barmas and Teleria Zed, among others. We’ll get the right fit for you and our master tailor will tweak them to perfection!

At Woodbury Mens Shop, you won’t dread shopping for denim. After all, jeans are in our genes.

Aston Martin’s MARVEL

The British automaker embraces change with the new Vanquish, its first mid-engine hypercar.

You can’t simply rest on your laurels when you’re a famous luxury-car brand, surely not the reputed favorite (one wants to spell it “favourite”) of fictional spy-hero James Bond. Long renowned for manufacturing sports cars with front engines, the British manufacturer Aston Martin plans to introduce in early 2024 its third-generation Vanquish—the company’s first-ever mid-

engine car. It’s been several years in the making: Engineers introduced the world to the Vanquish Vision as a concept car in 2019, two years after the company ceased production on the second-gen Vanquish. Fast-forward to this year, when finishing touches were completed and the vision accelerated toward reality. One thing that’s clear already about the new Vanquish is its status as a hypercar, Aston Martin’s latest entry in that elite category (joining the limited-edition Valkyrie and the DBS). It’s elevated to the top 1 percent of performance cars thanks to a new hybrid V8 powertrain, featuring a twin-turbo Mercedes AMG engine and two electric motors. The equipment under the rear-mounted hood is said to generate 700 horsepower and a top speed north of 200 miles per hour—easily on par with the best from McLaren and Ferrari.

And designers didn’t forget about Aston Martin’s bread and butter: luxury amenities. An intuitive infotainment setup

includes a high-powered audio system, navigation and an 8-inch touchscreen that resembles one used in the brand’s former Vantage models. Engineers ditched the undersized rear seats, which critics deemed almost unusable in previous generations, and gave more legroom to the driver and passenger.

As good as it looks from the inside, the new Vanquish is just as sexy from the outside. The narrow, concave front end, high-positioned headlamps and curvaceous rear can easily take an onlooker’s breath away, while the carbon-fiberdominated body assures the vehicle lightweight mobility. Together, the aerodynamic profile and an approximate 3,300-pound weigh-in move it to the front of the hypercar class.

The Vanquish likely won’t supplant the DBS Superleggera as the marque’s flagship, nor will it be Bond’s next gadgetequipped getaway car. (Did 007 really die?) What’s certain, however, is that this latest iteration of the Aston Martin icon— expected to hover in the $300K-to-$400K range—will attract thrill seekers and enthusiasts alike.

After all, it’s only right that a historic name keeps on making history.

Who knew Aston Martin could up its game even more? The British automaker has elevated to a new level with the introduction of the new Vanquish, the longtime company’s first mid-engine sports car.

Going for BAROQUE

Painter Alexandra Suvorova

exuberantly taps other media, other eras—and another name.

“Every child is an artist,” said the famous artist Pablo Picasso. “The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.”

For Russian-born Alexandra Suvorova, 37, that sentiment has been an inspiration. She first explored art at age 5, when her parents signed her up for art school. Since then she’s become an acclaimed visual artist, exploring various media, working on cardboard and canvas, with acrylics and oil paints. But the common thread in all of Suvorova’s pieces is that each reflects her diverse background, not just as a painter, but as a stage and costume designer as well. The paintings feature animals, humans, nature and body parts—a brain wrapped in a floral bouquet, for example.

Suvorova goes by her alter ego, Baroque Anarchist, because her art strikes parallels between the present day (graffiti, for example) and Baroque era (layers of exuberant detail). Besides her paintings commissioned for private collections, Suvorova’s work has appeared in art shows around the world, as well as in museums such as the Moscow Museum of Decorative Art. She now resides in London, where she plans to start an art podcast as well as teach, because, as she said in an interview with Medium, “The technical skills I’ve received are quite rare in our times and I’d like to share them.” You can experience the double-takes in some of the still-youthful B.A.’s work on these pages—and more at baroqueanarchist.myportfolio.com.

Russian-born artist Alexandra Suvorova made this bold oil on canvas in 2021 and titled it “Medusa.” “I hope that people can feel something special for themselves in my art which makes them resonate with it,” she says.

“I do a compositional sketch for each work, or I do a small abstract collage just for the right compositional and tonal decision-formula,” the artist told Medium “Next stage is a drawing, then a grisaille in a brown-white tone. Only after that, if necessary, I apply layers of color.” This page: A mirror reflection of a horse and an unclothed woman titled “Abduction of Persephone.” Opposite: This red sculpture’s moniker is “Entire Cosmos in My Blood.”

This page: “Revelation 6:13” is an acrylic on cardboard, but Suvorova works on canvas too. “I love to spend time in my studio,” she’s said, “thinking about the idea, stretching the canvas or painting.” Opposite: This vibrant pink is an ode to the seasons, titled “Summer Dream About Snow.”

Aegean SWEET SPOT

Within eyeshot of Mykonos’ glittering nightclubs and a short ferry ride north of Santorini’s famed cliffside villages lies the island of Paros. Known through the centuries for its exquisite white marble—the Venus de Milo is one of many masterpieces sculpted from Parian marble—Paros now beckons travelers with promises of varied and beautiful beaches, luxury boutiques in winding streets and sumptuous meals along the harbor. While Paros has certainly hit the map, it rests in a sort of destination “sweet spot”—full of the vibrancy and picturesque beauty of its more popular neighbors, but without (at least for now) their crowds.

By Elise Guarna

Paros is one of the roughly 220 islands in the Cyclades island group, and it’s hard to overstate the depth and diversity of this island gem. There are two main villages around its primary ports: Parikia, the island’s capital, where inter-island ferries dock almost by the hour, and Naoussa, a village along the old harbor that is laid-back yet chic, the dock lined with fishing boats and the ruins of a Venetian fort once intended to defend the town from pirates. Inland, smaller villages dot the hills, and the coastline is peppered with myriad beaches. There’s even the small scenic island of Antiparos lying mere minutes away, ideal for a day trip. To wander around Paros is to explore an embodiment of the elusive “good life.” It feels idyllic, and somehow familiar. All this, and at only 64 square miles—roughly the size

The storied, scenic, beachy Greek island of Paros is the kind of destination tourists crave. Happily, not too many tourists know that yet.

This page: Just minutes from the quiet waterfront is a maze of picturesque white-washed buildings. Opposite page: There’s no mistaking the beauty of a traditional light blue dome of a Greek Orthodox church.

of Brooklyn—a half hour’s ride by car or moped will traverse the island from top to bottom. While Paros is certainly a rich enough destination for a week or more, even a short trip allowed us a brief, teasing taste of all the island has to offer.

Upon docking in Parikia, we encountered a buzzing port that quickly settled into a quiet waterfront as luggage-laden travelers departed in taxis and rental cars. A minute’s walk from the water leads into a maze of white-washed stone buildings with trees winding up to Venetian balconies. As throughout Greece, centuries of history are layered around you—a few hundred meters from the port is the fourth-century Byzantine church Panagia Ekatontapiliani, literally “Church of The Hundred Doors,” only steps away from a small archaeological museum with artifacts dating to thousands of years B.C.E.

Over a few hours in Lefkes, one of Paros’ most beautiful mountain villages, we walked almost reverently through quiet streets, taking in the brilliant colors of bougainvillea bursting across white stone houses against a blue sky, interrupted only by tavernas, ceramics workshops and blue domed churches. For lunch, we found our respite from the midday sun in the shady courtyard of Lefkiano Restaurant, cooling down with a crisp glass of Assyrtiko before indulging in the house specialty of tender, slow-cooked lamb.

Checking yet another box on the summer checklist, the island is blessed with a wide variety of beaches fit for every occasion, from large, golden expanses to hidden inlets, offering vibrant beach bars or renowned windsurfing as well as family-friendly escapes or quiet retreats largely untouched through even the height of the summer season. For our own beach adventure, we caught a water taxi out of Naoussa harbor for possibly Paros’ best-known beach, Kolymbithres, consisting of three small, sandy inlets nestled between other-worldly granite formations. The largest of the sandy spaces offered shaded chairs and beachside service, but, with only a few hours of sun left, we stretched our blanket out on the rounded rock formations, joining a varied

This page: Inter-island ferries dock almost every hour at Paros. Opposite page, from top: The Monastery of Panagia Ekantontapiliani in Parikia is one of the bestpreserved Paleo-Christian monuments in Greece. From any vantage point, the sunrise in Paros is stunning. White-washed walls and detailed architecture lend to the immaculate appearance of a Greek Orthodox church on Paros.

group of tourists and locals tanning, reading and lazily swimming through pure blue water.

Back in Naoussa, we saw the harbor come to life; it was milling with people finding their spot to watch the famous Cycladic sunset. Just off from the main row at the waterfront, the harbor dips in, leaving an open square filled with the tables of four or five restaurants, each serving the day’s fresh catch against a backdrop of pink-streaked skies and gently bobbing boats.

As the sun goes down, Naoussa’s evening kicks off in earnest, and the village is abuzz with couples, groups of friends and young families wandering through luxe boutiques, eating gelato in streets strung with fairy lights, sitting down for dinner at more conventional Greek dining hours and exploring rooftop cocktail bars.

The food and wine of Greece deserve pages to themselves, and my only frustration was that I couldn’t muster the stomach space for four or five meals a day. The freshness and quality of ingredients make the simplest meals shine—vibrant Greek salads topped with a sheet of feta, whole fish fresh from the sea and tender grilled lamb chops, washed down with crisp white wines.

As Paros’s star continues to rise, so does the number of beautiful hotels, clustered mostly around Naoussa as well as the island’s southern beaches. One standout is near the western coast: the Yria Island Boutique Hotel & Spa on Parasporos Bay, with 60 rooms and suites, bougainvillea-filled gardens, a spa, a fitness center and experts to guide you in tennis, yoga and Pilates. There you can dine in relaxed splendor at Nefeli Restaurant, helmed by Michelin-star chef Lefteris Lazarou, which features food from the hotel’s own gardens and seafood from local fishermen.

For a day or a week, on a romantic getaway or a holiday with friends, as an introduction to the wonders of the Greek islands or a return to explore further this jewel of the Aegean, Paros lies waiting to sweep you off your feet.

This page, from top: The Yria Island Boutique Hotel & Spa boasts gardens, a spa, a fitness center and guides to show you the ropes in tennis, yoga and other activities. Michelin-starred chefs serve breathtaking meals at Nefeli Restaurant. Each of the 60 guest rooms and suites is filled with luxurious accommodations. Opposite page: If the pool isn’t your style, the crystal-clear sea is just steps away.

Get The LOOK

All you need for weekends, weddings—and everything in between—can be found at Woodbury Mens Shop.

Photography by DAN SPRINGSTON

This page: vest by Waterville, sweater by Luciano Barbera, sport shirt by Stenströms, pants by PT, bison belt by L.E.N., sneakers by Magnanni.

Opposite page: corduroy

vest by Waterville, flannel shirt by Taccaliti, jeans by MAC Jeans, bison belt by L.E.N., sneakers by Magnanni.

sneakers by Magnanni, shearling hoodie by Fedeli, sweater by Fradi, Zed, sneakers by Magnanni, vest

Opposite page, right: cashmere

Taccaliti, jeans by Barmas, caiman by Robin Kahn, suede shoes by Magnanni.

This page: sportcoat by Belvest, dress shirt by Taccaliti, tie by Silvio Fiorello, pocket square by Stenstroms, trousers by PT, stingray belt by Paolo Vitale, shoes by Gallo di Bianco. Opposite page: sportcoat by Trussini, shirt by Ingram, tie and pocket square by Italo Ferretti, trousers by PT, crocodile belt by L.E.N., shoes by Gallo di Bianco.

This page: coat by Gimo’s, suit by Trussini, shirt by Taccaliti, tie by Italo Ferretti, scarf by Paolo Albizatti, pocket square by Stenströms, belt by Anderson’s, shoes by Gallo di Bianco. Opposite page: sportcoat by Ravazzolo, shirt by Stenströms, tie and pocket square by Paolo Albizzati, trousers by PT, belt by Anderson’s, shoes by Gallo di Bianco.

This page: tuxedo by Ravazzolo, formal shirt by Stenströms, vest by WMS Signature Custom, tie and pocket square by Italo Ferretti, bow tie by Carrot & Gibbs, cuff links by Jan Leslie, velvet shoes by Magnanni.

Opposite page: sportcoat by Trussini, dress shirt by Ingram, tie by WMS

Signature Collection, pocket square by Paolo Albizzati, trousers by PT, belt by Anderson’s, shoes by Magnanni.

Powder, PARDNER!

On my third visit to Steamboat Springs, Colorado, I was riding in a truck to the Hayden Airport driven by Todd Lodwick, one of this ski town’s most famous sons. Lodwick is a six-time Olympian in cross-country skiing who won a silver medal at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. We had spent a couple of days skiing, and now we were in a blinding snowstorm, with Steamboat’s legendary champagne powder rapidly piling up around us.

“Looks like it’s three-wire winter,” he said, referring to the snow height on the barbed-wire cattle fences on either side of the road. This was cowboy talk in a ski town deeply rooted in its Western past.

Steamboat Springs is one of my favorite ski towns and one of the most distinctive ones in the country. It’s a real town with a wide main street and an authentic Western feel. Every January, there’s the annual Cowboy Downhill, when pro rodeo riders compete on skis in races down snowpacked Main Street, towed by horses in a sport called skijoring, which originated in Norway. You’ll never see this in Vail, Zermatt or Stowe.

This event is a thrill. But every day in Steamboat is a thrill for me, because I get to ski on champagne powder, which is light and fluffy. Credit Steamboat’s location—the northwest corner of Colorado is where the moisture-laden jet stream from the Pacific frequently encounters the Rockies first. It’s where moisture evaporates, and the snow’s water density is reduced by more than half. Or, to put it simply, on an intense powder day, Steamboat boasts what may be the best powder skiing in the world. It is the only snow in the world that’s been trademarked.

Steamboat offers about 3,000 acres of skiing spread across six peaks. There are 169 named runs and 3,668 feet of vertical drop. The mountain also offers fantastic views, some of the best in the

West—with vistas stretching 100 miles or more. What changed this year was the opening of the new Wild Blue Gondola this past winter. The 2023–24 season promises even more changes, a new lift providing access to 650 acres of expert terrain, making Steamboat second only to Vail for skiable acreage in Colorado.

Now Steamboat is famed for its wide-groomed boulevards, and my favorites include Vagabond, Buddy’s Run and Rainbow. I like glade skiing in Twilight, Morningside Park and Pioneer Ridge. On your first day, I find that a good bet is to ski off the Sunshine Express lift, where you can pick and choose from gentle runs to bona fide blues, blues that are almost blacks, and blacks that will immediately test your mettle and ability. You can also dip into the glades. There are various on-mountain dining choices, but I especially love the Paramount, which has some of the best and freshest homemade sandwiches and other fare.

On the mountain you may even spot Billy Kidd, an alpine ski racer who was one of two men to win America’s first medals in slalom at the Innsbruck Winter Olympics in 1964. It was silver, and Kidd went on to win three other Olympic medals, including a gold. He remains the ski mountain’s official ambassador and will stop and chat with just about everyone.

Steamboat is an Alterra resort, meaning that it’s part of the Ikon Pass program. Insiders know that getting up at dawn and paying an extra $55 above the cost of the lift ticket or pass for the First Tracks program is worth doing at least once during your stay. It buys you 45 minutes of prime skiing on fresh powder before the crowds are allowed on at 8:30 a.m.

After a day of floating through powder, check out one of the hot springs that gave the town its name. The fantastic rock-lined pools are at Straw-

berry Park Hot Springs, a few miles from town, or downtown Old Town Hot Springs.

If it’s another type of liquid you’re in search of, head to the TBar, an old-fashioned après ski bar in a former ski patrol building off the Right-o-Way run near the base. Mountain Peak Brewery is also a fine choice in town. Beyond the slopes, my favorite dinner choices include Mazzola’s Italian Restaurant for Italian comfort food, Aurum for its creative fare and views and Bésame for fine dining.

Steamboat is not Vail, Aspen, Deer Valley or any other fancier ski resort you might think of. It’s upscale but not luxe because the cowboy ethos keeps it grounded. Main Street is lined not with luxury boutiques but with outdoor gear shops, art galleries and stores with an indie feel.

As for lodging, the resort focuses on condominium accommodations like the upscale Trappeur’s Crossing Resort by Simply Steamboat and The Porches. Hotel properties include the Steamboat Grand, which has long been the classic big hotel in town. When I first visited Steamboat in the 1990s, I encountered the fledgling Moving Mountains. This enterprising English company had established staffed and catered chalets following the alpine model found in France and Switzerland. It now has several dozen of these elegant condo chalets throughout the town.

When to go? Watch the weather reports for the big powder dumps, if you can, and head to “The ’Boat” accordingly. But one of the best and busiest times to be there is during Winter Carnival, held in February, which offers up Nordic jumping, ski races and the Night Extravaganza, an incredible mix of ski prowess and lighting expertise on the slopes. You can be assured that the event is flavored with authentic cowboy culture, which makes Steamboat a unique resort in a ski world that is becoming ever more homogenized.

Steamboat Springs, Colorado, isn’t as chic as Vail or Aspen, but it’s unbeatable for the quality of its snow and the authenticity of its Western vibe.

By Everett Potter

Pursuits

BIKE IN THE SKY

Sci-fi’s going to have to step it up, pretty soon, just to stay “fi.” Things that were flights of the imagination yesterday are taking actual flight today—or soon will be. And one of them is the Speeder, the brainchild of Ventura, California-based JetPack Aviation (JPA). Earlier iterations of the Speeder Air Utility Vehicle (AUV) were intended for use exclusively as rescue vehicles by the military, but this flying motorcycle’s 2.0 version soon may soar into the four-car garages of luxury homeowners because it’s—almost!—cleared for personal recreational use.

This compact Speeder looks, feels and rides much like your typical high-end, one-seater motorcycle—that is, until you leave the ground. Eight small, powerful jet turbine engines lift the compact vehicle into the air, making you feel as if you’re soaring in a Star Wars Jedi Cruiser. Once you take off, you can control the speed and the climb on the bike’s handlebars, as the ’cycle sustains itself mid-air with two

small wings and hovers about 6 feet above ground. And don’t worry too much about watching out for trees, buildings, drones, UFOs, whatever—the Speeder’s unique sensors will detect obstacles in its path and divert automatically. Once it’s approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, it’ll go down—er, up—in history as the first motorcycle to cruise the skies.

You’ll have your pick between two models: The Ultralight Version (UVS) requires flight training provided by JPA or one of its training centers and can carry up to 5 gallons of fuel to fly up to 60 mph. To fly the Experimental Category Version (EVS), you’ll need a pilot’s license, but in exchange you’ll achieve speeds of over 150 mph and nearly an hour of flight time at more than 15,000 feet. The Speeder is available for pre-order now on the company’s website for the cool starting price of $381,000.

The Speeder from Jetpack Aviation promises to be the world’s first airborne motorcycle.

GO APE!

In our technology-driven world, you can do everything from your smartphone or computer— order your groceries, pay your bills, track your sleep. You can stream a 30-minute workout too. But what if you gave tech a rest?

In the new wellness trend called primal movement, people move their bodies in the way bodies have moved for aeons, without apps and wearables to measure calories burned and heart rate, and without equipment such as barbells and treadmills or bikes to help you break a sweat. Think of apes instead of apps— fundamental moves that all of us, from babies to our four-legged friends, do instinctively, and that our fellow primates have been doing for thousands of years.

This back-to-basics approach to fitness features seven key movements that are integrated into the workout, all of which we routinely use in daily life: push, pull, lunge, hinge (bend), squat, twist and walk. For example, you may bend to pick up your toddler, twist to check your mirror’s blind spot while driving and hinge to pick up the packages from your porch.

Practical chores aside, the physical benefits of primal movement are clear. This regimen targets your whole body, slowly but surely improving your coordination and range of motion, as well as your core strength. Some popular moves that define these workouts include body-weight

squats, forward or reverse lunges, planks and medicine-ball throws. More advanced techniques that are pivotal to primal movement are employed in quadrupedal movement training (QMT), in which you’re using both hands and both feet, essentially crawling on the ground like an infant or a monkey. Think bear crawls, the inchworm or the bird dog, coincidentally all named for animals. Walking, running and hiking all count as primal movements too, and fall under the “walk” category, No. 7 on the list.

Want to ease into primal? Tack 10 minutes of primal movements onto the end of your current workout. If you’d rather go full force into group fitness, book a class at a boutique studio— Primal Strength at Momentum Fitness in New York City is an example. Or you can order the support system from Primal 7, a portable set of TRX-style bands that’ll help you ease into these “primal 7” moves at home. A price of $179 gets you the full system, including access to more than 10 primal movement programs you can watch virtually.

As with any new fitness routine, the more practice you get, the more reps you’ll be able to do, and the stronger you’ll become.

Of course, there remains that nagging question, a question cavemen never faced. Is a thing really worth doing if you can do it without your phone?

The newest thing in exercise is also the oldest— the basic “primal” moves your ancestors made long before they were human.

Catch A CAB

Two words: cult wine. For a lot of people, the term conjures thoughts of cabernet sauvignon from the Napa Valley, and not the kind you find on supermarket shelves. Cult cabs fit a different profile. They exist in short supply. They command lofty prices and earn high marks from aficionados. Stash them somewhere dark and cool, and they grow in complexity and value over time.

That’s their reputation, and it’s not wrong. It is, however, incomplete, because cabs of this fine pedigree—scarce, celebrated, well suited for the cellar—are not confined to Napa. For evidence, look no farther than the county next door.

Roughly twice the size of its more famous neighbor, Sonoma County is a sprawling, diverse region, with offerings that range from robust zinfandel to prized pinot noir and chardonnay, sourced from vineyards along the fog-kissed coast. Further inland, on its steep hillsides, Sonoma also gives rise to cabs as cult-worthy as any sprung from Napa.

While serious collectors have long known about these wines, everyday consumers are just starting to catch on to them. Thanks to a small handful of respected producers, luxury Sonoma cabs—call them cult Sonoma cabs—are having a moment in the sun.

“Why is that happening now?” asks Brian Ball rhetorically. “I guess you could say that when something is truly great, it can only remain a secret for so long.”

Ball is the general manager of Skipstone Wine, a resplendent operation tucked into the folds of the Anderson Valley, a rumpled stretch of Sonoma County renowned for the quality of

its grapes. Skipstone’s roots reach back to 2001, when the Cyprus-born tech innovator Fahri Diner and his wife Constance acquired the property and began tapping into its world-class potential. At the time, the land had vineyards on the valley floor. But the Diners understood that greater intrigue lay in the hills, on the steeper, stingy slopes, where vines undergo a characterbuilding struggle. On that inspiring terrain, the Diners planted rows of cabernet sauvignon.

In 2005, Skipstone released its debut vintage. A year later, famed cab whisperer Phillippe Melka was brought on as a consulting winemaker. He remains in that role today, working under full-time winemaker Laura Jones, who came aboard in 2022.

In the years since it was launched, Skipstone has wowed critics and collectors alike with cabs of unparalleled complexity and depth, imbued with a brightness that complements their dark-berry ripeness.

“Something that jumps out to me about the best Sonoma cabernet sauvignon is that element of freshness,” Ball says. “It balances the richness that is inherent to the wines.”

Like the burlier cabs of Napa, Sonoma cabs speak to their terroir, and, as Ball sees it, there’s no point arguing which county does it better.

“That’s a false dichotomy,” he says. Each style is expressive of its surroundings.

One distinction between the neighboring counties is that the wine industry in Napa had a jump-start on Sonoma’s, coming to global prominence in the 1970s and steadily gaining stature. Sonoma, Ball says, followed a similar path some 20 years later, which at least partly explains the

By Robert Beringela

recent swell in recognition for Sonoma cabs.

A cluster of Skipstone’s Sonoma counterparts has helped build on that acclaim, including Vérité Winery, a leading cabernet maker, operating in the shadows of the Mayacamas mountains; and Aperture Cellars, where famed photographer Andy Katz has partnered with his son Jesse to coax powerfully elegant, single-vineyard cabs from fruit grown in volcanic soils.

All three wineries are situated in the Anderson Valley, within a newly proposed appellation called Pocket Peak, which distinguishes itself from the surrounding valley with its hillside vineyards.

“There’s no question that Napa set the gold standard for a lot of people in the wine industry,” Ball says. “They got started before us, and what they produce remains wonderful. But I’d put our wines in a glass against anyone.”

Skipstone Sofia’s Vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019, $375

A saturated purple, this compelling wine matches its dark hue with a voluptuous structure and aromas of black cherry and licorice, which give way to dark berry on the palate. It is meant to be aged for 20 years or more.

Vérité Winery, La Joie, 2019, $470

A Bordeaux-style blend with 84 percent cabernet sauvignon, this beautifully balanced wine is both powerful and supple, with tannins brightened by fresh notes of black cherry.

Aperture Cellars, Nomad

Sugarloaf Vineyard, 2019, $175

With hints of cocoa, tobacco and black berries, this elegant wine results from one of California’s finest vintages of the past decade.

The finest cabernet sauvignon wines from California’s Sonoma County now rival those of its well-known neighbor, Napa.

Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Hamel Family Wines is located on a west-facing hillside in Sonoma County and grows a variety of organic wines, barrel fermentations take place in concrete “eggs.” A galloping horse welcomes visitors to Stonestreet Winery’s tasting room, where oenophiles can sample assorted cabernet sauvignons. Aperture Cellars produces a range of Bordeaux-style wines from fruit grown in volcanic soils.

Leading Man

Created just FOR YOU

You know you’re getting one of the best garments in the world when you select from Woodbury Mens Shop’s off-the-rack collection. That’s guaranteed. One thing that’s not always certain, however, is the fit.

As you know, not every 44R jacket or 16-inchcollar shirt is exactly alike. Of course, our style experts will make sure you find the piece that fits you best. But sometimes you want better than “best”—you want the perfect fit. That’s where made-to-measure comes in.

At Woodbury Mens Shop, our made-to measure program ensures that you get precisely what you want, from size and fit right down to jacket lining style and button colors. Quite simply, the sartorial details will be rendered precisely as you wish. A few common questions: —How does made-to-measure work?

There are several simple steps to complete when you decide you’re ready for the world of made-to-measure. After your measurements are taken (made-to-measure experts record dozens of them), tailors will select the base pattern that most closely matches your numbers. This base is then altered to correspond with your measurements, ensuring that your suit or shirt will fit to a T.

—How long does the process take?

Forget about spending hours trying on clothes in a cramped fitting room. Once tailors have confirmed your measurements and design selections at the initial meeting, your job is essentially done. Made-to-measure requires few fittings, or in some cases none at all. But be patient: The turnaround time for a suit can range from three to eight weeks. Pro tip: During that time you can be shopping for new shoes and accessories to go with your suit or shirt.

—Why choose made-to-measure?

Don’t get us wrong: We love the economy and convenience of off-the-rack garments—and they look great too. But guys are built differently. Some of us are tall and thin, others are short and stout, so standard retail sizes and designs won’t always cut it. Because made-to-measure is based on your measurements, each piece fits perfectly. On top of that, the fabric you choose for your made-to-measure garment comes from a curated selection of mills, ensuring that you receive the best and most luxurious fabrics.

Choosing the world of made-to-measure garments, you’ll get precisely what you want.

Sustainability

By Karen Alberg Grossman

Fashion for a BETTER WORLD

As a Woodbury Mens Shop customer, you’re committed to investing in and wearing the highest quality menswear in the world. The brands you select from our stores source their materials from the finest mills, all of which employ timehonored techniques to ensure you get the very best. But did you know these same companies are also among the global leaders of manufacturing sustainable products?

In short, sustainable products provide environmental, social and economic benefits while protecting public health and the environment, from the extraction of raw materials to ultimately their disposal. Seeking out sustainable goods supports companies that are committed to recycling, energy efficiency, reducing pollution and product biodegradability.

According to a recent Simon-Kucher study of 10,000 people across 17 countries, a full third of consumers are willing to pay a premium for sustainable products. As might be expected, younger generations lead the way. And globally,

U.S. consumers are most supportive of all things sustainable.

While it’s taken several years to get the message across, apparel and fabric brands continue to make huge investments in going green, with a goal to create a circular economy where we put back as much as we take out.

Specific changes fashion companies are implementing (some because it’s the right thing to do, others because eco-conscious customers are demanding it so it’s ultimately good business) include:

• Using 3D design technology so that brands can reduce sample waste and move toward zero waste

• Incorporating natural materials and recycled products in offerings to minimize the brand’s environmental footprint

• Applying regenerative farming practices to improve soil quality and biodiversity

• Choosing organic fibers free from chemical pesticides, artificial fertilizers, genetically modified seeds

• Switching to natural vegetable dyes

• Shortening the wash cycle in production so less water is wasted

• Reusing and recycling textiles

• Rethinking packaging—everything from mailers and poly bags to e-commerce boxes and shipping cartons

• Establishing a resale or secondhand component to their existing business

• Creating biodegradable fashion

• Increasing made-to-order so companies produce only what customers request, thereby eliminating excess stock

• Introducing carbon reduction measures throughout the supply chain

• Encouraging partner businesses to adopt transparent practices

So know that when you invest in top-quality clothing from credible luxury labels, you’re not just investing in yourself but also contributing to a greener planet, healthier communities and a happier world.

The brands you love make you look good—and their sustainable practices make our planet a healthy place too.

Black Tie

FORMAL LESSON

How’s your schedule for the season looking so far?

Packed with save-the-dates and invites for formal weddings, black tie galas and other dressed-up occasions? Celebrating our most special moments is what life is all about, and you’ll want to look and feel your best for the festivities. And that’s where we come in.

For more than a decade, Woodbury Mens Shop has been outfitting discerning gentlemen with the world’s best menswear, and this includes formalwear. We are proud to offer you our sophisticated and stylish collection of tuxedos and dinner jackets.

When you visit us, our style experts will size you up to create a perfect fitting tux, from jacket and trousers to tie and cufflinks.

Choose a trimmer, modern fit for a fashionforward and flattering silhouette—this is perfect for all body types and appropriate for every occasion. You can also select from a variety of lapels, such as a silkfaced peak lapel for the most formal event, a versatile notch lapel for a more relaxed vibe or a shawl collar to stand out from the crowd.

Beyond the tuxedo, Woodbury Mens Shop also has the finest dress shirts, shoes and accessories to complete the look. Our stylists will help you select a proper-fitting shirt with the best collar and front. A laydown collar or pleated front with stud holes to show off a favorite set of studs and links? We have an expansive selection from which to choose.

From a perfect-fitting dinner jacket to modern accessories, our tailors and stylists will go through their comprehensive checklist, item by item, to ensure you’re ready to go when the next big event arrives.

’Tis the season for weddings and galas. At Woodbury Mens Shop, we’ll make sure you’re ready to go with the best black-tie attire.

Men’s INDISPENSABLES

What tools are required to give every gentleman that clean, correct look? These 6, for starters.

Think of it as a matter of tools. (What man can resist tools?) While today’s fashion offers the male almost endless options for self-expression, good grooming still requires a few basic implements, and as far as we know, there’s no app that takes the place of them. A handy, portable kit with fingernail and toenail clippers, of course, is basic. Beyond that, there are these half-dozen indispensables:

Razor

It doesn’t matter if you prefer the clean-shaven look or attempt to maintain a 5 o’clock shadow round the clock, a razor is the staple in a guy’s grooming arsenal—even men with full beards have to clean up sometimes. There’s nothing inherently wrong with using the disposable type, but a single- or double-sided safety razor all but guarantees the closest shave, even for the most sensitive skin. The high-grade steel blades also maintain their sharpness longer than the cartridge-type disposables.

Electric shaver

You’ve probably done a five-minute shave with a razor once or twice and paid a price for it (nicks, ingrown hairs, razor burn). Using an electric shaver is perfect when you don’t have time to lather up, and the best devices can cut down on skin irritations while giving you a fresh-faced look for a couple of days. Another bonus: Shavers are portable and can be used at home, in the gym, at the airport—pretty much anywhere you go.

Beard trimmer

Why do you need a gadget that does almost the same job as an electric shaver? The key is the interchangeable heads that come with a trimmer. They allow you to customize the grooming experience. Switch attachments to shape your beard or clean up stray hairs, or choose the nose hair or ear hair trimmers to trim unsightly hairs.

Hair clipper

You may be on the road or your go-to salon may be closed—or sometimes you may not be able to reach your personal barber. When that happens (or when you need to clean the back of your neck), you’ll be glad you have a dedicated hair clipper. Unlike beard trimmers and electric shavers, high-quality clippers can cut tough locks, such as coarse or curly hair, as well as straight and thin hair. Those who prefer the bald look need clippers almost daily to keep their noggins clean.

Mustache scissors

Guys who maintain a beard and mustache know all about stray whiskers, ones that seem to have minds of their own and hairs that just stand out because they’re a different color or grow in curly when the others are straight. To get a precise trim and rid your face of these strands, beardand-mustache shears are necessary. These also can be used to shape eyebrows and sideburns.

Callus grinder

Foot care is an oft-overlooked aspect of men’s grooming, but smoothing down calluses on your feet can be necessary. Besides the aesthetics—and an understandable wish to have one’s body parts resemble sandpaper as little as possible—there’s a health risk: Thick calluses can crack, increasing the risk of infection. This device can be handy when there’s no room on the schedule for a trip to the spa that week

Style Pros

Refresh Your FALL LOOK

It’s time to switch up your wardrobe, but where do you begin? Woodbury Mens Shop’s stylists share their favorite looks and pieces of the season. Read what they have to say, then visit the store and chat with the team in person. They’re full of knowledge—and personality—and are ready to make your shopping experience a memorable one!

JIM FOLEY

The buying market for this fall had a vast selection of “casual luxury sportswear”— washed shearling and leather outerwear; sportcoats to dress up or dress down in cashmere, silk and wool; vests and sweaters in soft, light-spun fabrics in colors ranging ivory to pastels; flannel shirts that feel like a dream to wear; jeans washed have a comfortable and sexy fit. The Woodbury Mens Shop team is looking forward to being your stylists and making you look your best.

AMIR MORADI

For the fall/winter season, men’s fashion is seeing a surge in textured fabrics like corduroy and chunky knits, adding depth and coziness casual wear. Retro-inspired patterns like houndstooth and glen plaid are making a comeback, infusing a touch of vintage charm into contemporary outfits. This season’s casual clothing combines comfort and style, ensuring you can effortlessly stand out with a touch of sophistication.

HILARY EARLY

One of my favorite things about the fall season is the varied styling options that it offers, especially layering. For transitional fall weather patterns, you can double your Belvest sportcoat as an outerwear piece by wearing a Fioroni quarter-zip sweater and sport shirt underneath. As temperatures drop in winter, keep the sportcoat, but add a Waterville vest over the sweater and then a Gimo’s coat on top. It will keep you warm and still looking great!

MARC FENSTER

This fall calls for a change. We’ve spent last few months in shorts, T-shirts and casual wear, but it’s time to start dressing up! Cashmere sweaters by Luciano Barbera along with textured trousers and a Ravazzolo sportcoat from Italy form a nice outfit. Even casual clothing can be brought up to another level with Stenströms sport shirts, MAC jeans and an unconstructed blazer from Etro. Go out and enjoy it!

ANTONIA SCARPACI

This season is all about color for me. Jewel tones in rust, plum and green add such elegance to our suit, sportcoat and sportswear collections. Keep it “modern casual” in luxurious cashmere by Maurizio Baldassari when heading to your favorite restaurant. Or stand out with the European sophistication of a Ravazzolo tuxedo for that special black-tie event! I’m looking forward to seeing you soon.

RICH O’BOYLE

One of the greatest compliments a customer can give us is to entrust our team with one of the most important events of their life: their wedding. From planning months in advance to dressing wedding party on that special day, Woodbury Mens Shop brings unparalleled experience! We pay attention to every detail: the perfect custom tuxedo the groom; outfits for rehearsal dinners and after parties; coordinating colors and fabrics with the bridal party and family members; accessories and gifts for the groomsmen. We offer the oversight to ensure that all of these parts come together perfectly and on time! Even in the best wedding scenario, there’s always a certain level of stress, but we like to think that our contribution is not just impeccable style, also confidence and ease.