Stay as cool as the dipping temps in Armani’s aviationinspired collection that replicates old-world style with modern panache, plus bashful beanies that’ll amp up your accessories game and enigmatic fall colognes that mark the evolution of scent
by ARCHANA AITHAL ROSE
ON THE NOSE
In spellbinding alchemies to ignite the most complex of human emotions, the season’s most coveted scents were crafted to highlight the most intimate parts of a man’s personality. Housed in eclectic, architectural bottles, these unique fall favorites bring exotic notes into the fold.
Ralph Lauren Polo Earth Moroccan Neroli EDT
Showcasing the essence of wild neroli sourced from orange trees in the northern region of Morocco, this citrusy unisex fragrance employs sparkling bergamot heart, green mandarin, and lavender to render a refreshing yet sophisticated scent light enough for daily wear. $106, ralphlauren.com
Tom Ford Myrrhe Mystere Eau De Parfum
If absinthe makes the heart grow fonder, then Tom Ford has hit all the right notes, combining this notoriously intense spirit with black leather accord, vanilla, and musk to create an amberwoody fragrance that’s sure to invoke a sense of longing in just one whiff. $250, tomford.com
Initio Parfums Privés Paragon Eau De Parfum
Curated to drive you down a path of abundance, inspired by French hedonistic music, this revolutionary fragrance combines healing notes of white sage, exotic sandalwood, smoky palo santo, black pepper, and plum in an olfactory concoction that feeds self confidence and positivity. $370, bergdorfgoodman.com
UP IN THE AIR
Nestled between the luxurious dress codes of Giorgio Armani and the more accessible Armani Exchange, Emporio Armani, one of Maison Armani’s original sub labels, has always enjoyed a cult following, blending cozy charm with contemporary appeal. For this year’s Fall-Winter collection, however, Emporio Armani decided to move away from its more youth-centric style and charge full speed ahead into a more refreshed and, dare we say, slightly grown-up identity. With odes to aviation, the label recently revealed 101 statement looks, each displaying the brand’s expert tailoring with a keen eye on details. Puffy leather flight jackets are punctuated with shearling collars, cashmere jumpers feature airplane propellers on the front, shirts are printed with a female pilot on the chest, and military-influenced double-breasted blazers boast dramatic square shoulders, all inspired by the “1930s aviator and his world.” Armani continued this stylistic overhaul with its formal wear offerings as well, featuring updated dinner jackets accessorized with neckerchief ties, sheer shirts, and purple sequin blazers to add a dose of rock ‘n’ roll noir to the house’s classically slick overtones. armani.com
HEADS UP
Boasting up cycled twists on the designs of yesteryear, the beloved beanie gets a smart style makeover this season, reestablishing its cult status as the ubiquitous autumn accessory to top o any look with flair and finesse.
Moncler Ribbed Patch Beanie
Nothing adds more visual interest than punching up your dark seasonal palette with a striking shot of color. Add this electric blue version in solid fisherman’s rib knit featuring a fold over cuff and a contrast logo patch. $285, moncler.com
Thom Browne Medium Jersey Stitch Superfine Merino Wool Intarsia Stripe Hat
Thom Browne’s signature Intarsia stripes in graphic black, white, and red add a sophisticated touch to the somber grey of this cozy wool hat, further punctuated with the brand’s emblematic grosgrain loop tab at the cuff. $258, thombrowne.com
Gabriela Hearst Men’s Townes Multicolor Ribbed Beanie
Featuring a dark moody base laced with flashes of warm and cool colors, this multi-hued beanie in superior rib knit cashmere offers versatility and comfort. $430, bergdorfgoodman.com