Richard's new look would not have been complete without a visit to Ann Marie Flores' The Salon on Broadway. She took his shabby look and made it sleek and stylish.
Richard with Ann Marie and his "products" by Redken. Ann Marie enlightened Richard in the use of hair products to enhance his new hair style.
Richard greeted his guests in his "before" look {I told you he had a sense of humor}. A quick thank-you smooch for his personal stylist before the new Richard was let OUT OF THE CLOSET!
Richard's new "drop off" ensemble is a welcome update. He's now a retro dad wearing black EB Tek pants from Eddie Bauer, a cotton zip sweater from Banana Republic and Adidas Samba Sneakers.
Cutting the Rug with his beautiful wife, Deborah. Richard made it clear that his clothes had to be stylish yet comfortable enough to wear dancing {another great love}. He and his wife currently dance with Tango Fusion Dance Company.
More amazing Tango Fusion dancers.
As a software developer, Richard doesn't have a big need for lots of stuffy suits and ties, but wanted a more put together casual look that he could wear when traveling. The khaki sport coat is from Macy's. Sweater, shirt, and jeans all from Banana Republic.
Every well dressed man needs at least one good suit. We got his at Brook Brother's. Tie from Jos. A Banks. Deborah {wearing a flirty dress from Violet's} is his best accessory.
Life is Good for this outdoors lovin' guy. Comfort and function is high on this guys list. He likes the softest tee's, the more worn in the shorts the better and he refuses to wear big boy shoes on the week end. Nope, it's all about being on the lake, in a tent, getting his hands dirty in the garden, or just lounging in the back yard for this guy. Embrace his casual style with a new tee from the Gap or Life Is Good on Broadway - they have so many fun tee's, hats, sweatshirts and much more great gear with snappy sayings on them. Of course I love the one's that play with words and phrases like "All Those Who Wander Are Not Lost". Jake's simple message of optimism will lift your spirit and Dad's. New Reef flip flops from Saratoga Shoe Depot and he's good to go. Looking for a special gift for this dad? How about a sporty watch by Swiss Army found at N Fox Jewelers. Now he's comfy and stylin' {just don't tell him}!
He lived it - you love it. You just can't get enough of Mad Men, mod graphics, or Kate Spade. Well, this is your lucky day! Bring your Father's Day gift into Paper Dolls of Saratoga, pick some very cool wrapping paper and the girls from PD will give your dad's gift a very retro look. They will wrap it up to resemble what he wore in the 60's or 70's {as seen above}. They might be able to do the 80's but that Gordon Gekko look is not very popular today given the state of the economy...
Today's giveaway? A kate spade {no one says retro better than kate} all occasion gift card set {above}. Need a birthday card? Your covered. An interesting thank-you for that fab dinner party you attended last week end? It's there. Auntie Jane is under the weather? You have a kitchy card that will lift her spirits.
Leave a comment on this post and you will be entered to win a gift for yourself this week!!! You deserve it. You've been a good daughter and/or wife - right??? Winner announced on Friday!
He likes to cook, you like picnics. He cooks, you take the kids for the day while he is the master of his universe, or at least the kitchen. He cooks, you clean {again}. It's Father's Day. Don't pull a Kate Gosselin {I'm nothing like her!} - let him have his fun. Supply him with a Putnam Market gift card to get the hard-to find gourmet cheeses, olive oils, balsamic vinegars, meats, pastas, WINE, and so much more... Then get him a great cooking tool {Le Creusent pots} or one of these very cool picnic essentials by Gourmet Getaway {wine carrier} or Picnic Time {picnic basket} from Compliments to the Chef {it is picnic season and you are due for an updated picnic tote - you'll - I mean - he'll love it!}. Add some tickets to a SPAC event {he loves the ballet - right?} and you'll have another picnic to look forward to. A Vineyard Vines seersucker button down along with some crisp new shorts from The Pink Paddock will give him that polished summer look you feel in love with. Sounds like a win-win gift to me... 
All Spa City dad's look forward to Opening Day {July 29th} and spending some time at the track... Make sure he's ready with all the essentials for a winning day! A subscription to the Daily Racing Form and a nice pen will make sure he's more informed when he does his handicapping {let's face it enny meeny miny mo can only go so far}. A cool linen shirt from Banana Republic and a dapper straw hat by Scala found at La Sartoria on Broadway will make him look like he's heading to the winners circle instead of hanging out on the rail {nothing wrong with that}. A few cigars from James & Sons Tobacconists and a cooler filled with a 6 pack of his favorite beverage and some snacks from Putnam Market will ensure a good time whether he wins or loses {although he's a sure-thing in your eyes}. This is the perfect gift for your track loving dad!
{the inspiration for this board? My own dad who loved the track and a good cigar}
