Men of Mad StyLe~

In my opinion the '50s represents the pinnacle of male elegance.  Whenever I come across old photos or even tv shows and movies that are based on this era, I'm utterly fascinated and I've been known to literally stop dead in my tracks to admire these stunning visuals.  In fact, most of today's trends for men, such as skinny ties and slim-fit suits, were made popular by men of the '50s.  Mad Men, one of my absolute favorite tv shows (if you haven't at least heard of it then I encourage you to come forth from beneath the rock you've been under and join us) does a superb job of capturing the refinement of the men of this day without it appearing contrived or costume-like.  Hair slicked back with Vitalis, 2-button suits, notch lapels and wingtip shoes are just a few of the staple components that made these men the most dashing fellas that ever lived.  When I think of the '50s I think of Frank Sanatra and Sammie Davis Jr. strutting about with a good inch of shirt cuff peaking from beneath the sleeves of their blazers, I think of men who didn't need a special occasion to wear a 3-piece suit but most of all I'm taught of a decade where the term "metrosexual" had no place because appearing unkempt just wasn't an option; the charisma these men displayed was truly magnetic!  Let these photos take you back in time and provide lifelike proof of these men who had mad style...

Sammy Davis Jr., homeboy landed the cover of GQ!  Need I say more?

actor Cary Grant (Ladies, when was the last time you were swept off your feet by a man who looked this clean?)

 Your look wasn't complete without a fedora

Style for no reason, I'm lovin' it!

We took our cue from them

Keep it Stylish, keep it Sexy and always keep it true to YOU! -UrbanGent