The impact of men’s fashion is often underestimated in comparison to the openly style conscious female. We’re so used to seeing the monotonous black business uniform that we easily forget about the art of the tailor-made suit, silk tie, cashmere sweater, cuff-links, and elegant dress shirts. While men are seemingly more subdued when it comes to talking about fashion, they certainly recognize the importance of the looking suave, stylish, and sleek especially here in Dubai. Whether going out on the town, to a fancy restaurant, or hitting the golf course with friends, the following the men’s boutiques in Dubai are classy, modern, and popular among expatriates and local Emiratis.
Hatem Alakeel
Quickly becoming one of the foremost Gulf designers, the young Saudi designer Hatem Alakeel has changed to the image of the traditional Arabic “thobe.” The tunic-like garment is ankle-length with sleeves and is traditionally worn by men of the Arabian peninsula including Egypt and Morocco. Hatem launched his first line of Menswear at the Dubai Fashion in 2008 and ever since his designs have been a hit. He named this line “Toby” which translates into Arabic “Tobe” referring to a common Arabic expression “Al Basmin Thoby” meaning “I wear my own style.” Hatem was educated in Europe and the United States but feels proudly for his Middle Eastern roots. The lack of individual style in traditional Arabic menswear prompted him to create such a line. Hatem has now designed sports pants and T-shirts for wear outside of the home. Hatem’s Toby line are elegant and versatile and can easily be worn for a variety of occasions.
www.hatemalakeel.com
Maison Zilli
The premier French menswear fashion house is considered to be one of the most exclusive men’s fashion boutiques in the world. Opening in Dubai at the Wafi Mall in 2004, Zilli offers a complete range of luxury menswear and is based on seven primary elements in the collection: overcoats, three-quarter coats and jackets, shirts, shoes, ties, and leather goods. The company is renowned for its meticulous attention to detail and richness of materials. All Zilli products are crafted in Lyon where 80 people manufacture individually all leather and fur items, jackets and overcoats, and three-quarter coats, and belts. The epitome of luxury menswear and a real hit in Dubai.
Zilli, Wafi Mall 04 324 4223 www.zilli.fr
Lanvin
The oldest French couture House founded in 1889 by Jean Lanvin has found a home in the Dubai Mall and is the largest boutique for the brand in the Middle East. The traditional Lanvin menswear is renowned for its elegance and superb tailoring while the latest collections arrive somewhere in between the refined and rough gentleman. A bit undone does appear to be fashionable right now and Lanvin will certainly help you do it with class.
Lanvin, Dubai Mall, 04 362 7500
Brioni
The exclusive brand of tailor-made men’s clothing has been an independent and family owned company since 1945. Renowned for finely tailored powerful business suits, the House of Brioni has become the benchmark for custom-made menswear. Brioni has dressed powerful politicians and presidents as well as celebrities such as Clark Gable, Gary Cooper, and Kirk Douglas. A Brioni suit has thus become a timeless addition to any man’s wardrobe and symbolizes the best in bespoke tailoring.
Brioni, Dubai Mall, 04 434 1418
Canali
One of the most popular brands in Dubai for high-end menswear is the Italian brand Canali. Specialized in luxury menswear and accessories, Canali uses the natural fibers of the best quality an often such materials are made exclusively for Canali. The boutique dates back to 1934 when brothers Giovanni and Giacome Canali established an artisan workshop in the city of Brianza in Lombardy for the production of high quality clothing. By the mid-1970s Canali was run by the second generation of the family and specialized in men’s outerwear. The 1980s consolidated Canali’s international presence and ever since the brand has become a favorite for luxury menswear.
Canali, Dubai Mall, 04 330 8334
Dos Diablos is yet another new addition to the already poppin’ and rockin’ Hubbard Street, bringing a little flair from South of the border. Aiming to be your new locale for frozen margaritas and sizzling fajitas, they appear to have their fiesta in full gear.
Brought to you by Bortz Entertainment Group (the force behind local spots Sangria, Republic, Boutique and Cabaret, which closed at this address last year) the three amigos co-owners Marc Bortz, Todd Rubin, and John Merlo aren’t putting a big name chef in the kitchen so you can focus on the authentic Mexican flavors and creative combination’s.
With flaming Mexican Saganaki (panela cheese ablaze with lime and tequila), nachos served in a paella pan and chocolate tamales, the menu stand out is the Big Mel, a three and a half pound chimichanga loaded with sour cream, salsa verde and cheese galore. For all you competitive eaters out there or folks who just like a challenge, if you somehow manage to finish the beast in less than 20 minutes without having a heart attack, it’s on the house.
With serious potions and crazy food combination’s, the decor is nothing to sneeze at either. Adorned with jeweled lanterns and antique wood and copper bars, this cantina is ready to kick it up a notch. Claiming to have the most potent margaritas in town, there is a three drink limit on whatever secret ingredient they threw in the mix.
That sounds like another challenge to me. Just say the devil made me do it.
Dos Diablos, 15 W Hubbard St. in Chicago.
Economy shnomony. The grass is always greener, especially when you are perusing the real estate ads just to get a “glimpse of the market.” But when you see that oh-so perfect, 12,000 square-foot beauty with the salt water pool and solarium that’s currently running a fraction what you paid for that trendy tudor style condo FIVE years ago, your skin starts to itch, and you get that familiar feeling of missing out on the big one. Luckily, there are a LOT of haute homes right this minute for sale in University Park, an astonishing 80 are currently listed, actually. Here’s a few of the highlights.
One and a half acres cropping up against the lush greenery of Turtle Creek, this is truly a one of a kind find in Dallas. Running a cool $18 million, this five bedroom, five bath oasis is complete with a wine cellar, pool, indoor fire pit and salt water aquarium. The open floor plan, high ceilings and modernistic architecture by Frank Welch allows plenty of light and space with an ultra-cool feel.
Hunter’s Glen Road in Dallas
19,000 feet of pure luxury await you in this newly finished property. Two elevators will take you up and down the spacious three floors (one is for private use to the master suite), or you can always take the grand winding staircase up to the his and hers studies, or down to the wine vault.
Six bedrooms, eight baths, all for $15.5 million.
3500 Beverly Drive in Dallas
On the Western crust of University Park lies this stunning $15 mil price tagged home nestled on a 4.5 acre estate, complete with tennis court, private lake and jogging trail. The colorful interior design makes the eight bedroom home a unique, artistic expression for anyone with a wild flair.
10660 Strait Lane in Dallas
900 S Miami Ave., Miami; (305) 374-0800; www.jaredm.com
En Avance
Jon Secada and Robert Dinero approved, En Avance in the Miami Design District delivers a luxe selection of designers, jewelry, fragrance and footwear perfect for today’s modern man. With fashion-forward designs, En Avance invites the most fashion-forward men in Miami who enjoy shopping in pure ambiance.
Design District 161 NE 40th St., Suite 101 , Miami; (305) 576-0056
Ermenegildo Zegna at Bal Harbour
For the leading multinational in men’s luxury clothing and one of the oldest business families in Italy, excellence does not happen overnight. It takes years of passion, creativity and dedication. For 100 years, the Zegna family has pursued excellence in all its forms. It began with the vision of its founder Ermenegildo Zegna who imported English technological innovation to advance Italian fabric craftsmanship. Four generations later, Zegna has evolved into a global brand, a leader in men’s fine clothing and accessories, says its catalog. Today, the name Zegna represents an international symbol of modern style and time-honored standards.
9700 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; (305) 865-8652
Dolce & Gabbana in Bal Harbour
One of few stores in America, Dolce & Gabbana’s Bal Harbour location screams high fashion and glamour for today’s boldest men. Merging sensuality and talent, this located presented by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana is a favorite among Miami’s most elite males. The store itself is uplifting and colorful with each design a piece of art.
9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour; (305) 866-0503
The Webster
The Webster, a 20,000 square foot luxury multi-brand boutique located in the heart of Miami Beach, is the go-to location for fashion-foward men. Featuring ready-to-wear designs, shoes, bags, photography, jewelry and watches, the three-level boutique is the perfect place for an afternoon of shopping with the guys or with a significant other. And after you’ve shopped till you’ve dropped, check out the restaurant!
The Webster Temporary Boutique, 919 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; (305) 674-7899
They say behind every great man is a great woman. While I am hardly one to disagree with that old adage, I would like to add one thing: a stylist. Yes, even the most powerful, put together men need help in the style department, in fact that’s probably why they always look so debonair in the first place. Sure, thank Sally for her years of love and support, but how about Sam and those perfectly lined trousers? You know you wouldn’t have gotten the promotion otherwise. Luckily, Dallas is not to be out done in the way of fashion- regardless of who’s wearing the pants in the relationship.
J Hilburn
We may never know how many executive decisions were made over pool tables in history (Bay of Pigs?), but at least one got the boys of J Hilburn their gig, and they haven’t looked back. One night in 2007, over a fervent sales presentation and a couple of swatches on a pool table, Hil Davis and Veeral Rathod began their custom clothing line with the goal of producing quality clothing and personal service at the cost of, or less than, off-the-rack prices. You can custom design your perfect shirt with fine Italian fabrics, or get fitted for trousers, sweaters, or a number of hand crafted accessories like belts and cufflinks. Bonus: Not in Dallas? Not to worry. You can now shop online and have your clothing shipped to your front door.
J. Hilburn is located at 2601 West Mockingbird Lane, Suite 100 in Dallas. To find a style advisor near your, visit www.jhilburn.com
Lombardo Custom Apparel
No one can make suits a social event like Jay Lombardo. Every Thursday, he invites folks from around the Dallas metroplex to join him at his store and enjoy a cigar, some wine and a little Dean Martin while perusing the racks, which are filled with the highest quality fabrics, fits and menswear designs available. Clients include CEO’s, entertainers and NFL stars, and Lombardo himself guarantees you will be the best looking guy in the room with one of his pieces. Lombardo Custom Apparel has now branched out to Atlanta, Philadelphia, Vegas and Washington, D.C., but you can only get this Italian family-style hospitality from the big man himself, and he calls Dallas home.
Lombardo Custom Apparel is located at 17604 N. Dallas Parkway in Dallas, 214-265-8488
Q Custom Clothier
The Ratan family-owned workshop has been creating custom-made fine clothing since 1965, and many of the tailors employed at the company’s inception are still crafting garments for Q today. It is in this tradition that the people at Q Clothier continue to serve the Dallas community, providing the highest quality pieces with the most acute attention to detail. A fitting at Q is divided into eight steps, including a thorough investigation into an individual’s lifestyle and fashion preferences, a hand selection from over 3,000 fabrics, ranging from Super 100’s to Lora Piana Super 160’s, and meeting with a design consultant. Finalize your suit with an array of flattering accessories, and you are so on point.
Q Custom Clothier is located 85 Highland Park Village in Dallas, 214-780-0555, and at 3699 McKinney Avenue, Suite 303 in Dallas, 214-780-9888
Mallasadi
Selected as one of “The Esquire Retail 100” for the last several years, Mallasadi has become one of the premiere men’s boutiques in Dallas, offering top of the line, unique styles and personalized service. The store offers some of the biggest names in fine suits and sports coats, from Italian brands like Belvest to Brioni (known as the “go-to couturier” for the like of Prince Andrew and Donald Trump) to Ravazzolo, as well as casual shirts from Luciano Moresco and Corsini. Mallasadi also carries their own brand of unique neckties.
Mallasadi is located at Village on the Parkway, 5100 Belt Line Rd, Suite 610 in Dallas, 972-404-4045
Culwell & Son
Face it: you like to get things done quickly. You’re not about to walk aimlessly around a mall just for the purpose of window shopping, and you’d rather not park that Mercedes more than once in a day. Having your needs in mind, Culwell & Son, a premiere local clothier, decided to put everything into their one location: retail space with custom clothing options, full service barbershop, shoe shine service and a dry cleaners. Meaning you can walk in Oliver Twist, and out Laurence Olivier. Got a nephew in need of some styling, or a wedding to attend? They’ve got you covered there as well.
Culwell and Son is located at 6319 Hillcrest Avenue in Dallas, 214-522-7000
It’s almost the weekend, and with today’s Haute 5 picks of some of the best men’s boutiques that San Francisco has to offer, there is absolutely no excuse for not making grand entrances as the dapperest of dons at any of your VIP parties.
Whether Union Square is your favorite part of town, or the Palo Alto area calls to your luxury fantasies, you’ll be all set at either shopping venue because they are both home to Wilkes Bashford boutiques. In Union Square, the atelier set up shop back in 1966 and quickly went on to establish his name as one synonymous with upscale men’s fashions. Brioni and Ralph Lauren are some of his claims to fame. He rode the wings of success to open a second locale in Palo Alto in 2001, to cater to the Silicon Valley crowd. Late last year, luxury lovers breathed a sigh of relief when a “going out of business” scare was squelched after he reorganized the brand under the Mitchells/Richards/Marshs name.
Wilkes Bashford Union Square is located at 375 Sutter St.; 415.986.4380. Wilkes Bashford Palo Alto is located at 450 Stanford Shopping Center; 650.322.7080.
Naturally we couldn’t mention men’s fashions without bringing up the Brooks Bros. brand, and with a mention of that luxury label, we are drawn to talk about the new Black Fleece by Brooks Bros. boutique. The opening of this brand in our City by the Bay is quite a compliment, considering that this is only their second U.S. outpost, with the other residing on Bleecker Street in NYC. Earlier this month, the luxe store served as the venue for one of the most fashionably attended SF events: a dinner in honor of Jennifer Siebel Newsom and her upcoming film Miss Representation. Brooks Brothers Chairman and CEO Claudio del Vecchio and Black Fleece designer Thom Browne stopped into town for the occasion, where SFLuxe reported that even Mayor Gavin Newsom was quite impressed. “I can say, having been around this town a while, this is a pretty impressive crowd. You got the right folks here!” According to SFLuxe’s reporting, guests at the dinner already decked out in Black Fleece included Geoff Callan in a Black Fleece three-button jacket ($900) and tartan trousers with mother-of-pearl buttons ($400) and Sex and the City’s Jason Lewis in a three-button basketweave suit ($1,600). For more coverage and event photos check out SFLuxe’s full report.
Black Fleece by Brooks Bros. is located at 2223 Fillmore Street (between Clay and Sacramento)
We can think of very few names that evoke imagery of the world of the affluent more so than Hermes. Whether shopping for a fine French silk tie, or leather goods fit for a king, Hermes is one of the it boutiques for men who have achieved certain levels of success and stature. For 2010, the Spring collection delivers “what men want now” with a line chock-full of perfectly cut trousers, with a palette of brown and blue as the ruling hues.
Hermes is located at 125 Grant Ave.; 415.391.7200
If we weren’t breathing a sigh of relief in 2009 that Wilkes Bashford would continue to feed our need for luxury goods, then we were squealing with delight that Paul Smith opened his doors with a 10-year lease on Geary Street. Even Vanity Fair came to town to fete the designer extraordinaire last spring. Smith, whose blog posts appear on Vogue.com, commented on March 6, 2009, the day of the opening:
“I have been visiting San Francisco for many years, in fact since my hippy days in Haight – Ashbury. Although it is a very big city it feels far more intimate and friendly than many, so I am really pleased to be opening my shop here. I have chosen Geary St, which I think is a great location, even though it is not the Union Square end. I instantly fell in love with the building because of its strong 1950’s façade; a strong, graphic piece of architecture. Inside I have tried to make a series of rooms, each with their own character so that visiting the store is a really special experience where you can really discover things, as we will not be selling just clothes and accessories for men and women but books, objects, curiosities and much more. As with all my shops I hope this shop will be like no other, full of its own character and individuality.”
Paul Smith is located at 50 Geary St.; 415 352 3520
If you were headed out to Palo Alto to check in with Wilkes Bashford, might as well make a stop in to say his to his good friend Ralph Lauren. The good news for 2010 is that if you happen to be near the Pacific Heights area and craving some RL, you are in luck. WWD reported that the opening of the new boutique in Pacific Heights “was packed with friends like Vanessa Getty, Alexis Traina, Katie Traina, and Marissa Mayer. But regardless of who was or was not there, the fact still remains that for a sophisticated look that demands respect, very little should come between you and your polo.
Ralph Lauren in Palo Alto is located at 650 Stanford Shopping Center; 650.326.1710
Located at the Biltmore Fashion Park, The Clotherie is the place in Phoenix to get outfitted. Open since 1969, the store carries everything a man could possibly need wear-wise, including Italian suits by Canali and Brioni, as well as footwear, underwear, outerwear, sportswear, and casual, business, and formal wear. Their skilled staff can also handle made-to-measure garment orders, as well as accommodate special sizing requests and tailoring. The roster of clientele here includes discriminating man-about-town types with good taste and an eye for styles both classic and trendy.
The Clotherie is located at 2502 E. Camelback Road, Suite 169, in Phoenix (602) 956-8600
Established in 1984, Carter’s Clothing carries many wares with an subtle yet elegant Southern California flair, offering such fashionable brands as Bill’s Khakis, Reyn Spooner, Alden of New England, Robert Talbott, and Scott Barber. Promising to take men from the “board room to the beach,” Carter’s is great for laid-back, personal service and a comfortable environment in which to get style recommendations and have ensembles professionally put together to suit your specific tastes.
Carter’s Men’s Clothing is located at 5045 N. 44th Street in Phoenix (602) 952-8646
Clothier Steve Wilson makes house calls – or even office calls – to meet gentlemen at a time that’s most convenient for them. He brings along hundreds of fabric samples – in pure wool, silk-wool blends, and cashmere-wool blends – and can offer 30 different measurements in order to provide clients with best possible fit and customization experience. Or, try a custom-made dress shirt in Egyptian cotton by Thomas Mason or Albini, and determine your own perfect cuff and color. Also worth nothing, the S W Wilson Custom Clothing store also specializes in men’s accessories, offering dress shoes, cuff links, and even customized neck ties. After you try a silk tie from Wilson’s, where you can request your perfect length, shape, and width, you may never need a new neck tie supplier ever again.
Contact S W Wilson Custom Clothing on their site or at (480) 291-2897
Run by Nick Esposito and his son, Jeff, Moda Georgio specializes in custom shirts, able to offer clients a selection of 100-percent Italian-made shirts, as well as suits, sport coats, and trousers crafted by premier Italian tailor Ravazzolo. High-style brands carried at Moda Georgia include Loro Piana, Ermenegildo Zegna, and Dormeuil, among other brands known for quality fabric and workmanship. This is a family with more than 60 years’ worth of experience in creating custom clothing for clients – trust them.
Moda Georgio is located at 3168 E. Camelback Road in Phoenix (602) 955-2003
Photo by Kerry LePain
Hub Clothing is the go-to place at Scottsdale Fashion Square for men’s casual and sportswear. The original Hub was founded in 1991 by Tom Simon, who coincidentally, did a previous stint at The Clotherie. At Hub, Simon and the team provide menswear with more of a contemporary edge. This is clothing for men who want the latest styles from the today’s trendiest brands, such as Diesel, Raw, and Modern Amusement. And though the fashions here are cutting-edge, don’t expect any skull and crossbones designs or shirts covered in sequins; Hub still believes in its fair share of pieces with timeless cuts and styles.
Hub Clothing is located at 7014 E. Camelback Road (480) 970-0707
As you may assume from the by-line above, I am a woman. When recommending menswear to the legions of male readers (and the women that tolerate them), I’ll readily admit a certain aesthetic bias, if you will. Some women like a man in uniform, some prefer a three-piece suit, and still others prefer a sort of “skater” chic. The following men’s designers and boutiques are not only renowned for their impeccable quality of clothes, but they’re a personal recommendation to the male species inhabiting Los Angeles. Put plainly, if I were dating every last one of the men in this city and I took them all shopping (just one of a woman’s many exhausting jobs), these are the places we’d go.
David August
A custom clothing designer based here in Los Angeles, David August creates a man’s wardrobe based on four distinct and equally important categories: David August Black (hand-tailored garments), David August Couture (a lighter, custom garment), David August Accessories (think ties, pocket squares, and cuff links), and Footware. Every man should own something beautiful from each of these categories, whether they believe in cuff links or not. While dressed in one of David August’s sport coats, you may be tempted to order a martini… shaken, not stirred. Just remember that your business card doesn’t say “James Bond, 007.”
David August is based in Costa Mesa. To contact the company, call (714) 545-7848
Cesare Attolini
You’ll be hard pressed to find tailoring as good as it is in Italy. Cesare Attolini, originally from Napoli, knows this almost better than anyone. A true family company, Cesare Attolini is widely considered one of the world’s best tailors and custom suit-makers. Track him (or one of his two sons) down, provide them with your one-of-a-kind measurements, wait up to six weeks, and enjoy your hand-made, personalized suit courtesy of old fashioned, Italian style handiwork. Any lady-in-the-know will take one look at your label (an Attolini signature) and instantly undress you with her eyes.
Cesare Attolini is located, well, in New York, Napoli, and Los Angeles. Call (212) 246-0085 | cesareattolini@eljmfashion.com
Stefano Ricci
Rodeo Drive is better known for being a women’s paradise of procuring beautiful items than it is a man’s shopping haven. Pop into Stefano Ricci, however, and everything will change. For well over 30 years, Mr. Ricci has created some of the most covetable, classic, and impeccably made Italian menswear. Their ties are the penultimate and their cuff links will be the envy of the rest of the men in the country club. Among the more expensive menswear collections, Stefano Ricci is the kind of line from which you buy to pass down to future generations – hoping your son will be as stylish as you.
Stefano Ricci is located at 431 N. Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills (310) 858-9595
Paul Smith
For the quirkier man who’s not afraid to wear bright colors and fanciful prints, Paul Smith is here to dress you. Every man’s got a bit of Brit in him, so let Paul Smith fix your wardrobe from top to bottom – they make it all from swimwear to suits in prints from polka dots to stripes. His immediately distinguishable boutique on Melrose is so recognizable for its bright pink outside wall that runs alongside the small parking lot. It invites men, not those light of heart or aesthetic, to shop. They’re not exactly redesigning the wheel, they’re just taking your bold, fantasy self and dressing him in reality – try their green and white Bengal stripe shirt, a suit in a Prince of Wales check, or go simply with an Intarsia stripe cardigan. You’re a whole new man.
Paul Smith is located at 8221 Melrose Ave in Los Angeles (323) 951-4800
John Varvatos
A certain kind of man shops at John Varvatos. There’s also a certain kind of man who dates a woman who’ll take him to John Varvatos. Mr. Varvatos is known for sleek, skinny suits, beautiful fabrics, bold accessories, and vivid colors. He’s collaborated with Converse, has a casual line called simply John Varvatos USA, and makes everything from shoes to leatherwear and from hats to t-shirts. Borderline trendy, the best things to buy from John Varvatos, whose store is situated on the corner of Melrose and Robertson (just across from Cecconi’s), are the sport coats, casual trousers, t-shirts, sunglasses, and shoes. Don’t forget a hat or two and perhaps a V-neck sweater. You won’t be able to walk out without a couple big black Varvatos bags filled with loot – make sure you’ve got room in your closet.
John Varvatos is located at 8800 Melrose Ave in West Hollywood (310) 859-2970
Duca Sartoria
For three generations the Girombelli family has been in the atelier business. Max Girombelli will suit you in the finest fabrics, perfect for an executive luncheon or afternoon in the Hamptons. Duca Sartoria makes house calls for measurements and swatch picking. Or stop by his Madison Avenue location to sip espresso and pick out the perfect power suit. From jackets with customized cigar pockets to one of a kind boxers you will live, breath and feel luxury. For business trip to Europe, Duca also has ateliers in Rome and London.
Duca Sartoria is located at 425 Madison Avenue, Suite 1903, New York, NY 10017 (212) 582-3225
Cesare Attolini
Veni, vidi, vici at the prestigious Cesare Attolini. Loved by Sean Connery, Al Pacino, Harrison Ford and more, this tailoring house is an ultimate luxury treat for a true gentleman. This family run company is old school so you won’t find much on their webpage, but the reputation of their fine craftmanship runs word of mouth among the power elite. Clients may have to wait up to six weeks as the Cesare Attolini focuses on pure custom quality. Just the personalized label takes 20 minutes to apply, imagine the attention to detail on a suit.
Cesare Attolini is located at 610 Fifth Avenue Suite 318, New York NY 10020 (212) 246-0085 | cesareattolini@eljmfashion.com
David August
“We sell here, Sir, what the world desires to have – Power” On that note, Matthew Boulton just about sums it for luxury David August. An ultimate power suit that can transition from the red carpet, to the boardroom, courtside, and private airlines. Not just a jacket and tie, but David August is a lifestyle. Offering a variety of collections made from the finest fabrics and trimmings, David August will dress you head to toe.
http://www.davidaugustinc.com/
Kiton
For the premiere in ultra luxury shopping, one of Kiton’s master tailors will fly from their Italian headquarters to take your measurements. The Kiton difference is in the fabric. Starting made to measure prices are $6,000 to top price of $30,000. Most suits take 25 hours of labor with 45 tailors contributing to each one. Be sure to accessorize with one of Kiton’s seven-fold silk neckties.
Kiton is located at 4 East 54th Street, New York, NY 10022 (212) 486-5250
William Fiorvanti
Mr. Fiorvanti is the innovator of the “Power Look.” Serving as President of the Custom Tailors Designers Association of America, he has received numerous accolades including the “Golden Scissors” award from the Academy of Master Tailors in Italy. Heralded across the globe, this is a suit you will cherish for a lifetime.
William Fiorvanti is located at 45 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019 (212) 355-1540
Our Haute 100 list details the accomplishments of the most influential people in each of our markets—Miami, New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. These people continue to make moves, so rather than waiting for the next Haute 100 issue to come out, we thought we’d provide you with regular updates on those Haute 100 members who are making headlines. Check back daily for more info on the most powerful people in your city. Today, as Earth Month nears its end, we highlight Vinod Khosla.
Vinod Khosla
Category: Entrepreneurs
Company: Khosla Ventures
Industry: Technology
What MADE Him Haute: Silicon Valley’s preeminent eco investor—named No. 1 venture capitalist by both Fortune and Forbes—Khosla invested more than $300 million of his personal fortune into start-up green technologies. Khosla was formerly a general partner at Kleiner Perkins and founder of Sun Microsystems. He created venture capital firm Khosla Ventures in 2004 to build businesses for the Internet, and the computing, mobile, silicon, and green technology arenas. In 2009, he announced that the Khosla Fund, one of the largest green tech funds, had raised $1 billion, and in January, luminary Bill Gates became an investor.
What Makes Him Haute Now This year, Khosla was amongst an elite group of six entrepreneurs who received recognition from the UN for their green efforts as “Champions of Earth.” Forbes listed him as one of the 10 Greenest Billionaires, which is apropos: In September 2009, Khosla Ventures announced it had raised $1.1 billion in a “green fund,” to be used to aid in the development of renewable energy and other clean technologies. We can all take a lesson from the carbon-neutral Khosla, who is striving to soon be carbon negative.
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