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The neoclassics
Hot looks that transcend time and place

By KAY DAHLKE

April 2007

Photographer: Nathan Harrmann

Stylist: Bjorn Nasett with Maressa Sullivan

Fashion editor: Jordan Dechambre-Childers

Coodinator: Kay Dahlke

Hair and makeup: Nicole Herrera and Chris Hitchcock, Steven Edwards Color Group

Models: Holly, Arlene Wilson Model Management, and Brian

Location provided by Wackman Group


Dress made exclusively for Bruce Paul Goodman ($429) Bruce Paul Goodman the Fashionable Clothier, Brookfield



"Classic clothing embodies all the proper elements needed in useful dressing: fine quality, interesting details, timeless design, and of course color and pattern. These elements make dressing enjoyable."

Steve Schroeder, Roger Stevens

Hickey-Freeman suit ($1,395), Gitman shirt ($125), Robert Talbott necktie ($105) and R. Hanauer pocket square ($45) Roger Stevens Menswear, Milwaukee



"We’ve added a unique twist to the classic little black dress; it’s timeless, seasonless."

Little black dress, made exclusively for Bruce Paul Goodman ($429)

Bruce Paul Goodman the Fashionable Clothier, Brookfield

J&X New York lace bag ($42) Miss Groove, Milwaukee

Vergano Tahitian pearl necklace ($1,665), Asba dangler pearl

necklace, 36" ($5,000) and 15" ($7,775) and Tahitian pearl earrings ($2,895) and Mastolini 18" necklace ($2,250) East Towne Jewelers, Mequon



"This jacket is a new interpretation of the basic navy blazer. Have a little fun; you shouldn’t have to try too hard for a classic look."

Perry Newsom, Suiters

Canali sportcoat ($995), Paul & Shark shirt ($195) Suiters Limited, Brookfield



"By definition, a classic, as an article of clothing, is unchanging in style, basic, fundamental and of the highest quality. The Burberry classic check is possibly the most recognized plaid in the world." Mike Berman, Mark Berman and Son

Robert Talbott lambskin coat ($1,195),

Burberry scarf ($225) and shirt ($145)

Mark Berman and Son, Mequon


 


"Black and white will never go out of style; it’s perfect for a business setting, or dress it up with jewelry and a handbag. Throw in a little red for a splash of color." Joanne Szymaszek, Three Graces

BCBG pant ($185), vest ($152) and purse ($228),

Nara Camice blouse ($164), Streets Ahead belt ($52),

A.J. Morgan Sunglasses ($18) and Fornarina pumps ($110) Three Graces, Milwaukee

J&X New York scarf ($12) Miss Groove, Milwaukee

CYMA watch ($9,995) East Towne Jewelers, Mequon