Best Online Clothing Stores for Men!!

2008-04-23T23:19:00.000-07:00

Last year, over $18.3 billion dollars’ worth of clothing was sold online, a figure that represents approximately 10% of the American domestic market, and this industry will continue booming in the coming years. More and more, men are turning to the Internet for their shopping needs, because it’s convenient, discreet and a savior for the busy man who wants to dress well but has no time to dedicate to trawling malls. Plus, shopping at online clothing boutiques means you never have to deal with pushy or snobby sales reps, and you can take your time comparing prices and deciding whether you really want to purchase a garment.

Of course, you can’t try anything on in an online clothing boutique, but most companies have flexible return policies, detailed product descriptions and a contact e-mail address in case you have any additional queries about either a garment or the ordering and shipping process.

We’ll let you in on some of our favorite online clothing boutiques where you’ll find stylish clothes to suit a range of budgets. So, whether you’re a big spender or your bank account is running on empty this month, you’re guaranteed to find something at these online clothing boutiques that will strike your fancy and help you upgrade your wardrobe.

Zappos began by selling footwear, initially making next to nothing in 1999. Fast-forward just a few short years and you find a company that has expanded astronomically, raking in profits of over $800 million a year. Along with every kind of shoe, boot and flip-flop you can imagine, Zappos offers competitively priced apparel and accessories, including eyewear, watches and more. Of course, the online clothing boutique’s specialty remains its footwear.

Whether you’re searching for designer labels or you have specific needs like very narrow or very wide feet, it’s certain that Zappos will have something to make you drool. As far as customer service goes, Zappos is unparalleled. They offer free shipping that takes approximately four to five business days, and if you choose to return a product, shipping is free then too. Incredibly, you also have 365 days to decide to return a purchase.

Should you have any queries about using this online clothing boutique or a particular product, customer service representatives are available 24/7 by phone. If you are a resident of Canada, you can waive pricey import fees by using the Canadian branch of this store. All in all, with a list of brands and products too long to count, you could spend days browsing Zappos, but trust us, once you’re through, you won’t be leaving this e-store empty-handed.

As its name suggests, eLuxury offers its customers the finest from prestigious designer labels. Come here again and again for high-quality classics like cardigans and perfect-fitting blazers. Stop in once or twice a season as well to pick up high-end must-have seasonal apparel from a well-edited collection that includes names like Louis Vuitton, 3.1 Philip Lim, Band of Outsiders, Dsquared2, Opening Ceremony, and a whole lot more.

Men who are pressed for time or consider themselves style-challenged will find the look book a particularly useful tool. Simply glance through it, moving from picture to picture, and just point and click your way to the looks you crave, and within days, a super-stylish ensemble will arrive on your doorstep.

If you have a bit more time, add items you’re interested in to a wish list and sort through it later to narrow down your favorites. Love the clothes on this site, but worried about receiving a sketchy knockoff when you order your Just Cavalli blazer? Don’t be. As an authorized e-retailer for every brand they carry, you can rest assured that the products you’re purchasing from eLuxury are authentic.

If you love what you see at eLuxury, but you don’t live in the United States, come try your luck at Yoox. This site features just as many sought-after labels as eLuxury, but it delivers to over 50 countries worldwide, including the USA. View clothes and accessories according to brand name or by the type of clothing you’re in the market for. Choose from amongst designers like Comme des Garcons, Dries Van Noten, Alexander McQueen, Prada, Rick Owens, and Vivienne Westwood.

If that all sounds a little heavy for your bank account, don’t despair because you’ll also find products from other labels, including Timberland, Ben Sherman, Adidas, and Gola mixed in with the high-end designer fare. Die-hard fashionites should consider signing up to this online clothing boutique because registered users have the advantage of seeing the season’s new arrivals first.

Yoox accepts PayPal in addition to common credit cards.

Also of important note is that Yoox recently launched a luxury clothing site dedicated solely to men. Featuring the latest designer threads in addition to choice items from lesser-known brands, www.thecorner.com is tipped to be the next hottest one-stop-shopping site for men in search of upscale looks and labels.

Label lovers aiming to shop on a budget should bookmark Bluefly, an online clothing boutique that caters to those who have expensive taste with the bank balance of Joe Average instead of Donals Trump. So, next time you get a hankering to buy some cashmere, a buttery leather carry-on bag or a wool suit, check out this company’s offerings before you max out your credit card, which include deals on names like Prada, Joie, John Varvatos, Hickey Freeman, Theory, and Cole Haan.

From briefcases to complete suits, waterproof trench coats and even ties, Bluefly’s choice selections and slashed prices make getting dressed for the office a snap. Of course, their range of casual garments is just as top notch too.

A word to the wise, however: You may not always find your size here, so one great way to speed up your shopping experience is to select the type of garment you’re looking for and then narrow down your search results to include only items that are available in your size.

As little as 10 years ago, the number of online clothing boutiques you would actually want to buy clothing and footwear from was very low. The demand for products to be available for purchase online has grown significantly, however, so thankfully you can now shop for your next suit during commercial breaks while seated comfortably in your pajamas. No longer do you have to stand in line because e-stores never close, so 2:30 a.m. shopping sprees are finally possible.

Get your credit cards ready, upgrade to fashion 2.0 today…And do it at MarketAmerica.com!

Keep Building!

Dustin Craig Mitchell

Is Your Husband Infected?

2008-04-20T01:37:00.000-07:00

After speaking with the very talented and very beautiful Michell Urbanski last night, I have come to the conclusion that there seems to be an epidemic of fashion faux pas plaguing 90% of my friend’s husbands. Because the medical community has yet to properly diagnose this virus it is important to take care of it before it spreads. Here is one sign your husband may be infected:

HE THINKS THAT CAMO’S “IN”

Unless your husband is Keith Doyle (and if by chance his name is Keith Doyle…your name has to be Kim in order for this rule to not apply), camouflage is not in style. I don’t care what he read in Field & Stream, don’t let him buy it unless he plans on spending every waking hour he wears it in the woods.

Two European designers found themselves in major trouble after their camo designs and fabrics crashed like the U.S. housing market. So if he has his little heart set on having something around so that he can connect with his inner man and bond with nature I suggest you buy the new “monogramouflage” canvases by Louis Vuitton. The limited edition Monogramouflage is the camo version of Louis Vuitton’s famous monogram pattern. This might just satisfy his hunger for camo, especially when he find’s out how much you spent on it! The opening bid on ebay for the 16” x 16” print is $8,000! Look’s like you better update your goal statement to reflect being a Director a little sooner…huh?

Just in case the canvas doesn’t help him get over his camo hunger, you can buy handbags and other items featuring LV’s camo print in June.

Last weekend a few of us from St. Louis decided that we would pile into the Escalade and drive to the Kansas District Rally featuring Frank Keefer. Frank said something that has had me laughing all week. He said,

He said, “If you’re wealthy and you dress like a bum you’re eccentric. If you’re not making any money and you dress like a bum, you’re an idiot.”

What’s his message behind that? It’s very simple…dress for success.

TAKING THIS INTO CONSIDERATION…I’ve decided to give a short crash course on some of my favorite menswear designers.

Ralph Lauren

First of all it is pronounced Lor-en…like Loren Ridinger…not La-ren. If you mispronounce his name you will immediately disclose your fashion ignorance. Ralph Lauren continually reinvents and defines American style. If you are not sure where to start when it comes to fashion, you’re safe bet will be with Ralph. His line is so exhaustive and full of colors for various skin tones and body shapes that it is very hard to go wrong.

Burberry

This line contains bespoke suits and sophisticated sports clothes. Probably the best thing to happen to golf over the last century is the Burberry Golf Line. If your husband has a big outing planned and needs to impress, find a pair of Burberry trousers in the classic plaid and pair it with a black or brown golf shirt.

Then again, you could just spring for a whole new set of clubs in a Burberry bag with a plaid umbrella and a plethora of accoutrements. To wear Burberry is to revisit classic men’s clothes with updated fabrics and cuts. It’s not quite preppy, but it’s not as modernly brash as D&G either. In short: Burberry is timeless without being stuffy.

Dolce & Gabbana

Let me start off by saying yum. I am a HUGE D&G fan. In fact I refuse to wear any other label of underwear…we will save that topic for another blog.

Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have transformed casual elegance into pure sexuality. They infuse their clothes with vitality and continental cool. D&G denotes a carefree urban lifestyle.

D&G is all about being seen and recognized. The clothes are a statement of style-consciousness. But this line is not for everyone; these edgy clothes belong on those who have a bit of edge themselves. (Note: You could possible substitute the word “abrasive” in place of the word “edge”)

Giorgio Armani

Armani champions simplicity and is really all about the cut, drape and fabric. Armani uses muted tones of blue, gray and black in each collection, which makes this line great to wear in everyday down-to-earth life.

The clothing moves with one’s body and not against it, and once one learns the touch and feel of Armani they can see it coming a mile away.

Ok. Now that it is almost 2:30 AM I am going to leave you with my final instructions. There’s a multitude of Market America partner stores that will fit your husbands look and style. Even though I kid in this blog…it really is about what suits his lifestyle the best. The purpose is not to make him so uncomfortable that he doesn’t want to leave the house and been seen in his new garments.

These are a few of the stores I recommend you visit:

Take care!

Dustin C. Mitchell

Frugal Luxuriance

Best Online Clothing Stores for Men!!

Is Your Husband Infected?