Fall menswear trends are inspired by vintage Italian style.

It has been said that the roots of fashion are planted firmly in Italy.

In a nod to both the foundations of menswear and the vintage-inspired looks possibly made mainstream by shows like Mad Men and the upcoming movie Nine. Menswear for fall features a mix of retro and

Italian inspiration.

This season the double-breasted suit returns to the stage. This time the line is slimmer with broad shoulders and a narrow waist, making the silhouette less boxy and fit to show off a well-worked body.

Suit, $1345; shirt by Forlini, $195; tie, $125; pocket square, $45 all
from Hanford Drewitt, 354 Broadway, 957-1640.

The classic three-piece suit also makes a re-appearance. Look for waistcoats in the same fabric as the rest of the suit, a slim cut and avoid pattern: pinstripes and solids work best.

Three-piece suit, $1350; shirt, $185; tie, $95; pocket square, $25 all from Vittorio Rossi.

Sport jacket, $750; jean, $245; shirt, $175, all from Hanford Drewitt.

From left: Lab coat, $995; Pal Zaleri pant, $295; sweater, $275; Daniele Denti scarf, $110 all from Hanford Drewitt. Lab jacket, $995; Alberto jean, $245 all from Hanford Drewitt.

photography by Ian McCausland
shot on location at Pizzeria Gusto