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With the upcoming release of its spring line, Concord Button Downs has joined forces with five additional clothing companies to help expand the importance of American made clothing. In partnering with these other organizations, Concord Button Downs has released a lookbook highlighting products exclusively made in the United States. The project has been coined, “The Made in America Collaboration.” Along with this new partnership, Concord Button Downs has introduced their new line of fine shirting, as well as a renovated website.

Just like their previous line of men’s shirts, Concord Button Downs’ founder, Dan Castelline, continues to produce quality products that are made in the United States. To help with “The Made in America Collaboration,” Castelline connected with: Collard Greens, an eco-friendly neck wear company located in North Carolina, Jack Donnelly Khakis, a Georgia based pant company, Lemon & Line, a bracelet brand founded in Rhode Island, Gameday Blazers, a South Carolina company producing colorful sport coats, and Orvis, a renowned sporting brand with headquarters in Vermont and Virginia.  All five companies seek to create products that represent the richness and history of American-made clothing.

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After waiting patiently since he first started dropping hints this winter, KJP has finally unveiled his genuine handloom Indian Madras Shirts to the world. The 100% pre-washed cotton shirts are slim fit, with an executive button collar and box pleat. Crafted in America, these hand-sewn summer classics are adorned in hand-carved scrimshaw bone buttons, honoring New England heritage and folklore. Father’s Day is coming up soon, right? Just saying. Available in the following below colorways.

$98

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A short time ago we were introduced to Philadelphia-based Duke & Winston and their Bulldog Bow Ties. As the weather finally starts heating up here in Buffalo, D&W quickly becoming one of our favorite brands for the Spring/Summer months. Not only because of their beloved top hat-wearing bull dog logo (Duke), but also because the brand so effortlessly covers all of your wardrobe staples. Polos? Check. Tees? Check. Hats, ties, even outfits for your pets?! Check, check and double check. The stuff is all handsomely designed, very reasonably priced and is the perfect balance of dress vs. casual. God save the Duke.

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After being home for two weeks caring for Dandy Jr. and Mrs. Dandy, this past Saturday Mr. Pentheros and I decided to take a trip to Toronto to do some shopping. I had particular interest in stopping by the Brooks Brothers Flatiron Shop to check out the Great Gatsby Collection.

Targeting a younger generation, I love the look and feel of the Flatiron shops and their collection of slimmer cuts and modern wardrobe items steeped in tradition. Not everyone shares my feelings about the stores, but I’ve always been a sucker for shops that envoke a certain feeling, and the Flatiron shops do just that with their fine attention to details throughout the store. It was also a special treat to see first-hand the new KJP Brooks Brothers Bracelets and even picked one up for the wife for her first Mother’s Day.

Traffic was pretty rough getting in and out of the city, and I managed to yet again get a parking ticket (bad form, old sport). I did, however, enjoy the store immensely and managed to get my hands on one of the new Gatsby bow ties after they sold out rather quickly online. So all in all, not a bad trip.

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Aaaaaand we’re back, with the Dandy family officially plus one! Dandy Jr. was born without complications and both Mrs. Dandy and baby are doing great. We enjoyed our first Mother’s Day brunch at one of my favorite local spots, Salvatore’s Italian Gardens and snapped this Gatsby-inspired family portrait. More Dandyisms to come!

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BowTieBibs

Posts have been a bit scarce lately and I do apologize. The reason behind this is the wife and I have been getting ready to welcome Dandy Jr. into the world and needless to say, we’ve been busy. With than in mind, I just wanted to let everyone know that I will be stepping away from the blog for a little bit as we start this new and exciting chapter in our lives. Fear not. Posts will still be appearing, just not everyday, and certainly not in the next couple of days. If I do manage to get a break between feedings, diaper changes, and caring for the Mrs, I’ll try and upload some Dandy outfit posts. Of course they may or may not be featuring my son. No promises.

With all that in mind, check out these awesome Bow Tie Bibs for Bow Tie Friday! What can I say, our family and friends know us well.

Thanks for reading everyone, and as always, stay Dandy.

-BD

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We tend to get pretty casual here at Buffalo Dandy as the weather warms up; usually trading in our wingtips for boat shoes. If you’re looking to go a bit more rugged but still want to rep Buffalo, try these Buffalo leather moccasins from Engineered Garments. Handmade in the USA, the grain of the Buffalo leather has a much more textured look than traditional cowhide. This rugged aesthetic is further heightened by the use of braided  laces and thick stitching throughout. Available in both tan and red here.

$385

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I’ve been saying ever since the trailer for The Great Gatsby came out last year that it would be the next fashion trend to be inspired by a film (guy liner and pirate necklaces, anyone?). It appears that Brooks Brothers took this idea to heart and justifiably so, seeing as how they actually designed all of the clothes in the film (although you did a stellar job last time Ralph Lauren). Realizing people would be chomping at the bit for the beautiful clothes in the movie, Brooks Brothers just released their Great Gatsby Collection which was inspired by costumes from the film.

As Academy Award designer Catherine Martin points out: “Brooks Brothers is mentioned several times in Fitzgerald’s writings as a representation of the ultimate gentleman’s purveyor of fine clothing to the American man of distinction.”

While some of the items may be a bit out of our price range, I’m certainly looking to at least get my hands on one of these bow ties to wear to the big premier. See you there, Old Sport!

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The Spring/Summer campaign from Rose & Born entitled “Shades of Blue” is kind-of-sort-of everything I want for Spring. Looking like something straight out of Pitti Uomo, the Swedish-based company is on point with their  beautiful blues, florals and dot patterns. Come on Spring, get here already!

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