As steep as the ideal of perfectionism may seem, there are moments in fashion where close to impeccable can be reached. Mind you, here at MFL For Him, diehard skinny jeans aficionados are nowhere to be seen, but in the case of pants and styling such, it is always wise to go with a lean, fitted silhouette as opposed to a gargantuan one. Our point being ones’ pants should fit such that the use of a belt can become somewhat of a whimsical styling choice and not a tug of war in the event your awfully slack pants require the extra eyelets or two.

So if a partiality for tailored and tapered pants presides in your wardrobe, then we think you’ll be drawn to Rogan’s service belt.

Coming in a wet or jet black finish sans belt buckle, it is the slim, understated visage of the Rogan service belt that makes it a must have item come fall. $84 available at Aloha Rag

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With the ever increasingly popular high-top sneakers, Dolce & Gabbana’s multi-coloured metallic high-top suede kicks are the epitomy of style and comfort!

$325 available for pre-order at Saks.com

Clothes shopping is somewhat like playing the stock market: you make a sound investment and it pays off beautifully in the long-term.

Purchasing a leather jacket is one of those investments that requires a great deal of prudence. Unlike a pair of out-of-favour jeans or a relegated t-shirt, a leather jacket’s use should span a number of years if not a lifetime. The challenge, however, is selecting the right jacket.

A lot of factors such as one’s age, personality, and the intended utility of the jacket, play a part in the search and GQ does their bit to ensure that futility never befalls any leather jacket you purchase.

GQ’s comprehensive how-to guide tosses out some options and offers a range of do’s and don’ts on making sure the fit and style of your leather jacket are top notch!

Begin your “How To Buy A Leather Jacket” quest here.

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Why: A strong collection with playful polka dot patterns being juxtaposed against a rather grungy, matted looking model. Cardigans and blazers maintain that deconstructed element that is distinctly Commes Des Garçons.

When: Hits H&M stores worldwide this November

***UPDATE***: Images removed at the request of H&M

BePositve, the new shoe brand from renowned Italian footwear outfit, Slam Jam have released their autumn/winter 08 collection which is in stores now. The aesthetic is classic meets athletic (thus pleasing in more ways than one) as a leather Oxford lace-up is rounded off with a sporty white rubber sole.

The admixture creates an added dimension to the slightly amped-up but casual styles that are highly sought after. The Oxford Leather (pictured above) and College Leather (see images below) are the first two styles to hit the ground running and are available in three different colours.

Be Positive AW08 is currently available at Tokishirazu (more retailers are expected!).

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Keds, in partnership with Zazzle, have thrust the consumer into the drivers seat with this first of its kind program that allows, you, the consumer to embellish your Keds Champions, in either the classic lace-up or slip-on canvas styles, with personalized graphics.

Sentimental artwork, illustrations and texts that speak to your individual style can be uploaded and unfolded onto the shoe as though it were a canvas (pun intended)! What’s more, did I mention that these self-made designs could profit you a dollar or more through the Zazzle “marketplace” feature?

But if calligraphy, drawing or art, in general, is not your forte, don’t worry, you can still get in on the action. Keds offers a wide selection of basic colours plus a bevy of pre-made designs by artists such as Rebecca Babcock of Lucky Magazine, Sarah Singh (also affiliated with Lucky Magazine), Gen Art artists, among others.

So if you’re momentarily lacking in creative inspiration as we speak, move quickly on these limited-edition designs because a new artist or designer will be featured each month.

The Keds Studio will be offering five styles of Keds Champions for women and kids (sorry chaps, we’ll just have to wait our turn) that are free to be bejeweled in whatever you fancy. From lace-ups to slips-ons and even mini slip-ons, Keds have ensured that you have the pick of the bunch for as low as $50 to $60!

Head on over to Keds Studio or Zazzle to start customizing now!

When the gladiator sandal sashayed down Chanel’s resort 2007 collection, a new mania was heralded. But with all this hype, fanfare and brouhaha over women and their newly beloved gladiator sandal, where do men factor in? The flurry of sprightly coloured and drab sandals Miu Miu sent out for their SS07 men’s collection paled in comparison to Chanel’s Amazon-like footwear . And as the gladiator sandal trail blazed its way into the closets of women, men were in a chasm of sorts, stuck with the fashionably faux-pas plastic flip-flop and the odd Miu Miu sandal.

Fast forward to today and men can now clamour for the so-called gladiator mandal, or man-sandals, at very affordable prices too. Topman and HE by Mango carry some urbane gladiator mandals that effectively blot out the femininity that surround this style of footwear. Here are our top 3 picks.

1. From cargo pants to safari jackets, khaki colours are best suited for the summers and Topmans tan gladiators (£30) can consummate a casual khaki ensemble in a flash. What’s more, the Topman sandal really embodies the gladiator feel with the volume of straps that contour the forefoot.

2. Versatility, however, comes in the form of the black leather HE by Mango sandals (£17). Dressing in a black-on-black manner seems to be a styling prodigy this summer so why not throw a fitting sandal into the mix.

3. Styles other than the gladiator sandal are available for men and Kurt Geiger’s patent leather sandals (£60) won me over. The wooden soles of the sandal would make for added durability for the urban dweller plus the tangy orange hue is a pleaser for those who love to be noticed in atypical fashion.

It’s not just the style that surrounds gladiator sandals that has won me over (even though that plays big part), but the health benefits the shoe confer on the wearer.

Style-wise, going for a sandal that has an ankle strap of some sort will only flatter, accentuate, and draw admirers to the physique of your ankle/lower leg.

As for the health plugs, the ankle provided is unparalleled to rubber flip-flops. Moreover, the spongy sole of most flip-flops allow the foot to roll upon hitting the ground thus exacerbating the pressure on the foot.

So if it’s for the sake of health, style, or both, please do away with those flip-flops, put your best foot forward and you can’t go wrong this summer!