LOL, is this a candid shot, or is he showing off his socks for the camera? "Who, me? Oh, I'm just pulling up my super chic socks!" Great shot, great look.
put a lot of thought into his outfit.. the sock & shirt..( polka dot pattern) and the tie & shoes (cordovan)…compliment one another.. he picked up the royal blue of the socks & paired the jacket with it.. all against a neutral beige.
It's the details…high trousers cuff, long jacket side vents, wide lapels, two button working cuff, perfect oxford shoe. Lots of effort to look effortless!
oh, these dapper italian men bring back memories! i went to italy in 1980 with a youth orchestra – the style of the men was worlds apart from angel flights and feathered hair! at certain points they decided we needed a little 'security' and sent in the caribineri – even they were peacocks.
sigh.
of course, when i grew up i married man of sicilian descent and now i iron his tee shirts for him ;) steph
Boots not cap toes with a blue blazer and contrasting slacks, for me at least. I once worked for a garment center executive who owned two pair of exquisite boots, custom made in Italy. He wore them with a similar ensemble as Nicola's, but to a much more refined effect.
I must say that it is expecially gratifying that this young man has NOT succumbed to shoes of the "hip doof" variety, which sadly are so popular in the USA.
Would really like to get a closer look at that timepiece. Its hard to find a classic with a cream/yellow face like that. Im dreaming that the number on the face are roman numerals….if they are, Perfection !
Beautiful example of sophistication through understament and subtlety.
While I wouldn't wear a jacket with a peaked lapel that wide or with vents that are that deep, I'd love to steal the rest of this look, or to at least adopt some of the ideas behind it. It's a beautiful balance of casual elegance: playful without being showy or loud, laidback but not rumpled, modern yet timeless at the same time.
I also admire how even the wispy beard and the tousled hair don't diminish any of the look's sharpness. Love the micro-patterned shirt with the tie, the overlapping ticket pocket, and those particular shades of blue and khaki together.
"Ladies. Look at your man. Now look at my hair. Back at your man. Now look at my socks. Oh yes. Polka-dot legwear love surprise. Your man can't dress like me. But if he wears long socks his ankles could look like mine.
"There are so many photos of people wearing this exact blazer."
Oh no, there are not. If only that were true.
It's in the details: two sleeve buttons spaced apart just so; side vents; fearlessly wide peaked lapels; the slightly-lighter-than-navy hue of the cloth.
A front shot would be nice, but from what can be seen, this is an uncommonly handsome blazer, not a sleep-inducing number churned out by Polo Ralph Lauren.
This is outfit is what it should be. Well-dresed men build their style on the accumulation of small details.
Blue jacket,white pattern shirt, white pochette,wonderful light beige trouser,brown tie,blue micro pattern socks,burgundy shoes… No expectable, unique, very cool!
anonymous@3:57 wrote "Well-dresed men build their style on the accumulation of small details."
Well said, and this is an example of why. If he'd chosen plain socks, shirt and blazer he would still look very good and elegant but the added details give his outfit an extra dimension and a subtle edge. The patterned socks add a witty note to his outfit. The details also give us more to talk about :)
I love the colors, especially the color of the blazer. Any man would look good this summer in a jacket and trousers in these shades.
Sofia Badrezzamane
July 28, 2011 at 4:03 pm
J'aime le blazer !
making50fabulous
July 28, 2011 at 4:05 pm
Yum.
Cristiana Nunes
July 28, 2011 at 4:06 pm
Such charm!
kropka
July 28, 2011 at 4:09 pm
nice ;)
Lord Byron
July 28, 2011 at 4:14 pm
Great look!
GINGER FASHION MONSTERS
July 28, 2011 at 4:14 pm
who'd think of coordinating shirts with socks… but hey those who do stand out!!
mon sac by me
July 28, 2011 at 4:15 pm
Good shooting !!
http://monsacbyme.com
Marcela
July 28, 2011 at 4:16 pm
Interesting pose. Great picture though
Danielle
July 28, 2011 at 4:22 pm
He looks like his saying 'Why yes ladies, they are long socks… check 'em out'
x
http://fandabbydozie.blogspot.com/
Anonymous
July 28, 2011 at 4:24 pm
LOL, is this a candid shot, or is he showing off his socks for the camera? "Who, me? Oh, I'm just pulling up my super chic socks!" Great shot, great look.
ggshoe
July 28, 2011 at 4:27 pm
Great shot!!!
http://passion-for-shoes.com
hw90
July 28, 2011 at 4:27 pm
Ricci bros. are always inspiring.
Clara Turbay
July 28, 2011 at 4:28 pm
Well dressed, very chic. Nice shoes.
http://paquetevistasbien.blogspot.com
Anonymous
July 28, 2011 at 4:36 pm
Yummy. I love the clothing too..
wallis
July 28, 2011 at 4:38 pm
so well dressed. love the polka dot cuffs…so in right now especially for the fall!
CINCHED AT THE WAIST
July 28, 2011 at 4:38 pm
you can always judge a gentleman by his socks…and italians never bore…
Colette Ali
July 28, 2011 at 4:38 pm
Clothes, shoes, watch, sunglasses, hair….love it x
Holly Burgess
July 28, 2011 at 4:40 pm
Love this look!
http://soi8recycling.blogspot.com/
Angeles Almuna
July 28, 2011 at 4:43 pm
Elegant and with a lot of class!
Kisses
http://www.angelesalmuna.com
http://www.shopangelesalmuna.com
The Styley
July 28, 2011 at 4:45 pm
Those socks are fantastic!
Young Gucci Purse
July 28, 2011 at 4:50 pm
oh he's so cute! I love his classy style. And socks.
xoxo
Leah
http://youngguccipurse.blogspot.com/
Katie
July 28, 2011 at 4:51 pm
Socks! To Die For.
Follow me at http://www.kekfashion.blogspot.com
Anonymous
July 28, 2011 at 4:55 pm
Very nice look !
http://www.pose-mag.fr/
Isa
July 28, 2011 at 4:57 pm
Just perfect, just italian ..
indigo warrior
July 28, 2011 at 4:59 pm
He's too sexy for his socks too sexy for his socks … so sexy!
I bet he has a wicked sense of humor.
the outfit diaries
July 28, 2011 at 5:10 pm
very handsome
CaliGirl
July 28, 2011 at 5:11 pm
Hottie! Nice shot, cool socks, beautiful hair.
Erik
July 28, 2011 at 5:27 pm
Um…Everything about this. I want it. I would wear all of it.
Julia Vorob'eva
July 28, 2011 at 5:29 pm
I wish all men dressed the same! WOW, gorgeous!
Laurence John
July 28, 2011 at 5:57 pm
did you get a front shot of the blazer ? the lapels look WIDE !
Barcelona m'enamora
July 28, 2011 at 5:57 pm
He is interesting….;-)
Anya
July 28, 2011 at 5:58 pm
Love the buttery texture of those shoes and the brightness of his shirt against the crisp and clean white of the pants. Lovely outfit!
Liz S
July 28, 2011 at 6:03 pm
Ooooeee! He is suave. And yes, I love your socks Sir.
Skinny
July 28, 2011 at 6:05 pm
NICE!!!
Maryanne
July 28, 2011 at 6:06 pm
put a lot of thought into his outfit..
the sock & shirt..( polka dot pattern)
and the tie & shoes
(cordovan)…compliment one another..
he picked up the royal blue of the socks & paired the jacket with it..
all against a neutral beige.
Betsy
July 28, 2011 at 6:08 pm
he's a hunk!
http://www.suspironews.blogspot.com
whiterice
July 28, 2011 at 6:20 pm
What a Style Stud!
Anonymous
July 28, 2011 at 6:20 pm
Sexy, sexy, sexy…but only from the knees up.
michael
July 28, 2011 at 6:39 pm
I can't decide if he looks like a cool guy or a stereotypical Italian gigolo. Perhaps if you shoot him again with the sunglasses off?
Anonymous
July 28, 2011 at 6:52 pm
has a Sean Penn expression on him.. but waaay better-looking!
Chez Carolinette
July 28, 2011 at 6:53 pm
That's what I call style!
Chez Carolinette
Labella Luxe
July 28, 2011 at 7:03 pm
Sharp!!!
TEEDEEi
July 28, 2011 at 7:04 pm
On point…..Dapper
Paul (UK)
July 28, 2011 at 7:06 pm
It's the details…high trousers cuff, long jacket side vents, wide lapels, two button working cuff, perfect oxford shoe. Lots of effort to look effortless!
Anonymous
July 28, 2011 at 7:13 pm
Yup. Uh-huh. Oh yeah.
The Fancy Teacup
July 28, 2011 at 7:16 pm
Love how those prints play peek-a-boo. Adds some whimsicality to the polished look.
♥, Jamie
http://www.TheFancyTeacup.com
L
July 28, 2011 at 7:27 pm
Love florence, and the men's style in Italy.
tinyjunco
July 28, 2011 at 7:42 pm
oh, these dapper italian men bring back memories! i went to italy in 1980 with a youth orchestra – the style of the men was worlds apart from angel flights and feathered hair! at certain points they decided we needed a little 'security' and sent in the caribineri – even they were peacocks.
sigh.
of course, when i grew up i married man of sicilian descent and now i iron his tee shirts for him ;) steph
Marcel Da Chump
July 28, 2011 at 8:03 pm
Boots not cap toes with a blue blazer and contrasting slacks, for me at least.
I once worked for a garment center executive who owned
two pair of exquisite boots, custom made in Italy. He wore them with a similar ensemble as Nicola's, but to a much more refined effect.
Brittany Matthews
July 28, 2011 at 8:17 pm
So chic!
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SAMANTHA
July 28, 2011 at 8:23 pm
such an amazing shot, love it.
http://www.dragonnfruit.com
Lauren
July 28, 2011 at 8:27 pm
Why does he look so guilty? He's only pulling up his socks!
Very stylish gent and delightful shot.
The Styleseer
http://styleseer.blogspot.com
La Petite Marmoset
July 28, 2011 at 8:46 pm
Nice socks!
La Petite Marmoset
art deco engagement rings
July 28, 2011 at 10:12 pm
Such a great look!
~ LivingSoLucky ~
July 28, 2011 at 10:20 pm
I must say that it is expecially gratifying that this young man has NOT succumbed to shoes of the "hip doof" variety, which sadly are so popular in the USA.
Personal style, indeed!
Fotoautomat
July 28, 2011 at 10:32 pm
I love the deep yet bright 'blueness' of the jacket – and of course, the indigo watch. Classic and sophisticated!
http://www.foto-automat.tumblr.com
Anonymous
July 28, 2011 at 10:44 pm
There are so many photos of people wearing this exact blazer. Where is the personal style?
Bohemian Design
July 28, 2011 at 10:46 pm
Nice cuffs!
theBohmerian.com
Maria Elba
July 28, 2011 at 11:12 pm
he looks like he'd smell good
JWC
July 28, 2011 at 11:29 pm
gorgeous…
Sheena
July 28, 2011 at 11:43 pm
Would really like to get a closer look at that timepiece. Its hard to find a classic with a cream/yellow face like that. Im dreaming that the number on the face are roman numerals….if they are, Perfection !
FeeFee
July 29, 2011 at 12:14 am
Wow.
Aaron
July 29, 2011 at 12:40 am
The watchstrap makes the look fall just short of perfect. But 98% is still an A+
Gabriel
July 29, 2011 at 12:41 am
Beautiful example of sophistication through understament and subtlety.
While I wouldn't wear a jacket with a peaked lapel that wide or with vents that are that deep, I'd love to steal the rest of this look, or to at least adopt some of the ideas behind it. It's a beautiful balance of casual elegance: playful without being showy or loud, laidback but not rumpled, modern yet timeless at the same time.
I also admire how even the wispy beard and the tousled hair don't diminish any of the look's sharpness. Love the micro-patterned shirt with the tie, the overlapping ticket pocket, and those particular shades of blue and khaki together.
And, of course, he HAD to be Italian!
outinsight
July 29, 2011 at 2:07 am
what a gent! i love his shirt!
Joannalogue
July 29, 2011 at 2:27 am
No one ever made the sock striptease look THIS good before!
DANII BOY
July 29, 2011 at 2:50 am
He's looking fine.
http://daniimdoafolli.blogspot.com
On the Street of Florence . . .
July 29, 2011 at 3:17 am
very detailed look, loving the socks ;D
http://onthestreetofflorence.blogspot.com
Angela Jessyana
July 29, 2011 at 3:27 am
i love his pose. cool!
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 3:39 am
wowww
the milanese gentleman! or the firenze gentleman! or the milanese lady!
why all the italian men have the same haircut style? mysterious, repetitious behaviour
kisses from Villaconejos (Spain)
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 3:49 am
"Ladies. Look at your man. Now look at my hair. Back at your man. Now look at my socks. Oh yes. Polka-dot legwear love surprise. Your man can't dress like me. But if he wears long socks his ankles could look like mine.
I'm on a horse."
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 3:57 am
Another anonymous person above wrote,
"There are so many photos of people wearing this exact blazer."
Oh no, there are not. If only that were true.
It's in the details: two sleeve buttons spaced apart just so; side vents; fearlessly wide peaked lapels; the slightly-lighter-than-navy hue of the cloth.
A front shot would be nice, but from what can be seen, this is an uncommonly handsome blazer, not a sleep-inducing number churned out by Polo Ralph Lauren.
This is outfit is what it should be. Well-dresed men build their style on the accumulation of small details.
Betty
July 29, 2011 at 4:05 am
absolutely perfect .
Selina.
July 29, 2011 at 4:24 am
lov his style and the the photo is shot exactly on the right moment!
love, selina
http://selinaderuijter.blogspot.com/
One Stiletto At A Time
July 29, 2011 at 4:52 am
Very handsome look!
http://onestilettoatatime.blogspot.com
Her fashion closet
July 29, 2011 at 5:39 am
good color combination, like the glasses
kike
http://www.herfashioncloset.in
Maria Ianniciello
July 29, 2011 at 5:59 am
Beautiful jacket!!!
Davidikus
July 29, 2011 at 6:03 am
Excellent blazer in royal blue!
http://davidikus.blogspot.com/
http://www.davidranc.com
Stylison
July 29, 2011 at 6:09 am
cool!
xoxo
http://stylison.blogspot.com/
Cocò (daddysneatness)
July 29, 2011 at 6:12 am
That lovely italian style! Wonderful look and pic!
http://www.daddysneatness.blogspot.com
Clipping Service
July 29, 2011 at 6:49 am
excellent fashion photography!
you've done really awesome job :)
thanks a lot for sharing..
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 6:51 am
italians have great hair and wear color in the most sophisticated way.
the Rocket Fashionista
July 29, 2011 at 7:14 am
Love how some men are able to look so presentable!
xx
pdream
July 29, 2011 at 7:30 am
Great look. always Italy
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 7:32 am
Nicola, Man with a great charm!
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 7:37 am
Mr.SciamĂ t… Elegance and Eccentricity!
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 7:39 am
Oh my God wonderful mix and SPEAR breasted… amazing!
Fiona.
July 29, 2011 at 7:50 am
oo very dapper!
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 7:55 am
Blue jacket,white pattern shirt, white pochette,wonderful light beige trouser,brown tie,blue micro pattern socks,burgundy shoes… No expectable, unique, very cool!
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 8:17 am
he's a dandy!! a lovely one =)
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 9:22 am
Nicola Ricci … the man with great taste! He wears his clothes with superb style.
My Styleadvisor
July 29, 2011 at 9:22 am
Great hair!
J.Ro
July 29, 2011 at 9:34 am
Awesome hair, great shirt, boring socks.
http://www.jrocomedy.blogspot.com
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 9:40 am
this is how one hopes lapo elkann would dress, distinct and on the edge, without being ridiculous.
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 9:43 am
Great taste careful to details… This is lifestyle!
Bronwyn
July 29, 2011 at 10:16 am
I love the very crisp polkadots!
windeater.blogspot.com
davidsl
July 29, 2011 at 10:33 am
if you aren't matching your socks to your trousers, this is exactly how to play it.
and, my, oh, my, is he a handsome man.
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 10:50 am
Modern Dandy! The new incarnation of Oscar Wilde. Excellent.
Hunter F. Goss
July 29, 2011 at 10:54 am
I like his choice of shoes. Just the right touch of the subtly unexpected.
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 11:42 am
Yessss new generation of Dandy… Nicola have a magnetic flux!
Hey Mister.
July 29, 2011 at 11:45 am
yay. i love when boys know how to dress!!
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 12:01 pm
anonymous@3:57 wrote "Well-dresed men build their style on the accumulation of small details."
Well said, and this is an example of why. If he'd chosen plain socks, shirt and blazer he would still look very good and elegant but the added details give his outfit an extra dimension and a subtle edge. The patterned socks add a witty note to his outfit. The details also give us more to talk about :)
I love the colors, especially the color of the blazer. Any man would look good this summer in a jacket and trousers in these shades.
IS THIS IT? models review
July 29, 2011 at 12:46 pm
Love the details especially – so the shirt and the socks are amazing… :)
http://www.isthisitmodelsreview.com/
Briony
July 29, 2011 at 12:47 pm
I wish more men where I lived dressed like this! So classy.
FashionShake
July 29, 2011 at 1:34 pm
Classy!
Http://fashionshakeshake.blogspot.com
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 1:34 pm
Love the vintage watch – Omega Seamaster?
Evan
July 29, 2011 at 3:48 pm
Ciao Cool Guy!! Bam..Love it!!
http://mysocalledboringlife-evan.blogspot.com/
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 4:39 pm
Pose,light, color, fabulous pic. Then… this man is so intriguing!
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 5:06 pm
I could make this photo in black/white, anyway it would be always present, because this man's elegance is timeless!
Anonymous
July 29, 2011 at 5:34 pm
White pants. Polka dot shirt. How do I find them?
Times Squarian
July 29, 2011 at 9:38 pm
Everything about this outfit screams perfection. I don't own a single pair of white socks and I assume neither does this gentleman.
KasthuriTheBeautician@Chennai
July 29, 2011 at 11:01 pm
manly look and attracting
La Professionnelle
July 29, 2011 at 11:01 pm
WOW
This look is flawless!
I LOOOOOVE the composition of this photo!!
KC
July 30, 2011 at 12:18 am
this guy's so handsome. and i love his sartorial choices.
nouveauskin.blogspot.com
Ire
July 30, 2011 at 7:38 am
Very stylish….absolute elegance
psh
July 30, 2011 at 9:33 am
oh…
you got wrinkles on your face
and on your suit too!
and I just like them all!
Asian Quarter
July 30, 2011 at 12:11 pm
Very daring lapel, but the man makes it look good.
Randy Sloan
July 30, 2011 at 1:17 pm
Some guys just seem to be born with style! Nicely done.
A Life Designed
http://www.randysloan.com
Anonymous
July 31, 2011 at 7:10 am
Sexy, hot & elegant…
gordey
July 31, 2011 at 12:11 pm
Socks are one of my favorite clothing pieces to play with. I stick to bold, solid colors but patterns are great too. I'd like to see more sock photos!
Cheers,
Anonymous
July 31, 2011 at 6:26 pm
Wow the new Dandy!
Anonymous
July 31, 2011 at 6:41 pm
Fantastic pic, he is so sexy!!!!
maria
August 1, 2011 at 9:18 am
love the matching blues! great style!
and i love the new blog design!
Jai'me Jan
August 2, 2011 at 2:06 am
Excellent! Great blazer – like the colour. Nice socks and I like the collar of the shirt! :]
http://www.BoyMeetsFashion.com/
joojaebum
August 2, 2011 at 1:50 pm
awesome!! great shirt!
Simone
August 2, 2011 at 4:28 pm
Belle calze
Anonymous
August 3, 2011 at 5:46 am
I really like his socks. Again an amazing picture! I love your blog!
Roxou
August 3, 2011 at 10:46 am
Eh ben Schuman, mon p’tit, j’adore ton blog !!!!
Encore Roxou
August 3, 2011 at 10:47 am
Eh lui il est CANON !!!!!! y’a pas son 0.6. en option ?
marilena silivestru
August 4, 2011 at 9:32 am
adoro il tuo blog,ti seguo da tantissimo tempo.
Dan
August 4, 2011 at 10:42 am
Beautiful Photo. I think i found my new style!
Dorothy Chartrand
August 7, 2011 at 7:45 pm
I bet he can cook like a chef too! I wish I could have him in an apron & those socks bringing breakfast in bed on Sunday morning…..
TW
August 10, 2011 at 3:27 pm
very good!
martine
August 13, 2011 at 10:31 pm
He looks…ok. I doubt I would ever notice someone dressed like that, but there is nothing wrong with it.
PJF
August 16, 2011 at 5:38 pm
jacket is perfect, his shoes should ‘ve been better in brown suede!
SB
August 18, 2011 at 2:21 pm
I love how the print on the shirt goes so beautifully with the blazer! Also the nice and sober connection of the brown tie and shoes. Class! <3
AJ
August 19, 2011 at 11:17 pm
July is best WITHOUT long hot socks, oh well.
Tessa
August 21, 2011 at 9:41 pm
You’ve discovered the Italian Adrien Brody!!!
Awesome shot, awesome clothes, hot guy. Well done :)
JM
August 25, 2011 at 9:19 am
He is Really… Really.. attractive and sensitive.
I envy you! :)
Julia
August 28, 2011 at 5:50 am
very good!
Matt
January 14, 2012 at 3:41 am
The shoes are wonderful- look English and Goodyear welted