Paramour Wayne Hotel

Happy New Year to all readers and supporters! For me personally, 2015 could be a year to bring big things...lets hope so! Living in the city, I loved trying new places all the time, whether a recommendation of friends or a place that appeared on a "best" list. Recently, I experienced a new place in the Philadelphia suburbs on the Main Line.

For those of you who may be unfamiliar, the Main Line is a historic area consisting of a bunch of towns that lead into the city of Philadelphia. The area is renowned for is classic style, large estates, and "old money." Wayne is a quaint town right on the Main Line, filled with a myriad of shops and restaurants. For a Sunday brunch, I turned to the Wayne Hotel and Paramour.

Paramour features seasonal American cuisine, great drinks, and a lovely contemporary design aesthetic. If you find yourself on the Main Line from travel or it is your locale, I highly recommend a stop at Paramour. The sunday brunch menu features classics like chicken and waffles as well as more modern dishes such as eggplant parmesan sliders. The best thing (in my opinion) about Paramour? The make your own Bloody Mary bar...yes you read that correctly!

Menswear: Suitsupply

Perhaps I am a little late to the bandwagon, but I just recently had my first Suitsupply experience, and I now fully understand what all the hype is about. This place is heaven for the working man that wants to look dapper while remaining on budget, without having to compromise quality either!

Suitsupply was started in 2000 by a Dutch man who recognized the need for quality suits at good prices, and the company has just exploded ever since and continues to grow. The brand has received attention from every major media outlet, and my recent trip to the Philadelphia store confirmed everything about the brand- I am obsessed!

via @skimbacofashion instagram

The Philadelphia store was sleek and modern, with a beautiful tie wall, tailor, and sportswear located upstairs while the mecca of suits of located on the lower level. Sharp dressed sales associates that are highly knowledgeable about menswear are at the ready. 

The key to the Suitsuppy concept is its use of "verticalization" The brand sources fabrics from high quality mills in Italy, and produces the product offsite, eliminating the middleman. All of this means lower prices for you with exceptional quality such as hand finished buttonholes. Not to mention, the turn around time for tailoring for my friend's purchase suit- only 3 days!

I am looking forward to checking out the spaces here in New York, located on Madison Avenue as well as SoHo. There are more than a few pieces I have my eye on, including an amazing pair of double monk strap shoes. I did find the perfect bow tie, however, will my friend was getting their suit customized. It is a great plaid that I think will pair perfect with my spring inspired Ralph Lauren look.

Bow Tie: Suitsupply

TRIM Collaboration Opens in Philadelphia

I am always intrigued by creativity when it comes to business, and T.R.I.M., a new joint venture in Philadelphia is no exception. T.R.I.M. is a collaboration between Henry A. Davidsen custom tailors and image consultants and 2B Groomed Barbering Studios. The new studio is located in Henry A. Davidsen showroom in the beautiful Rittenhouse Square neighborhood of the city. 

T.R.I.M is truly unique and makes a one stop location for men. Shaves and hair services will range from signature to deluxe to premium, with each level of service including the classics such as hot and cold towels and lavish products. As with anything Henry Davidsen does, each service is luxurious and completely customizable. The studio also features a full bar service...what more could you ask for??

I think Brian Lipstein, President of Henry Davidsen, really gets it when he said: "Professional image is largely about behavior, communication, and dress; however, all of that means nothing if you look sloppy and unkempt."

T.R.I.M. is now open and services can be booked online at their website. Shaves start at around $35 ($35-$65) and haircuts are $30 and up ($30-$45). As a Philadelphia metro area native, its definitely exciting to see new ventures like this popping up!

Photos: Neff Associates