All dads were not created equal when it comes to fashion. Some wouldn’t be caught dead with a pork pie hat or a pocket square. Then there’s the dad with a flair for, well, flair. He’s the fun one to buy for, the fun one to shop with. There’s no lack of resources around town for our dapper dads.

casual cool
A denim jacket can make anything look cool and easy. Pair it with a button-down and khakis for a look that will take him almost anywhere.
Agave ‘Classic Fit’ stone-washed twill pants, $185 from Mister Guy Men’s | Topman distressed denim jacket, $100 from Nordstrom | Who Ced by Cedric the Entertainer ‘Kingshighway’ straw hat, $65 from whoced.com | Dakota Grizzly ‘Rand’ button-down shirt, $65 from dakotagrizzly.com

the blues
Marine blue is a great way to differentiate yourself from a crowd—and it looks great on everyone!
BOSS Jewels/Linus suit, $795, Rag & Bone ‘Lucas’ polo shirt, $195; both from Nordstrom | Jewelry, model’s own

bloomin’ flowers
Low-key floral notes are all over the fashion world, and for men, a monochromatic floral can help any guy pull off this look.
Time Machine crew neck, $68 from timemachineclothing.com | Rag & Bone slim jeans, $210 from Nordstrom | Socks, shoes and jewelry, model’s own

starring … stripes!
The classic pinstripe is a super-smart look. Pair it with paisley for less tradition and more pow.
Samuelsohn ‘Bennet’ stripe suit, $1,395 from Mister Guy Men’s | BOSS ‘Marlyn’ French cuff tuxedo shirt, $135, Nordstrom silk tie, $69.50; both from Nordstrom

fly guy
When you want to dress to impress, go for the timeless look of black.
BOSS Johnstons/Lenon suit, $795, Ray-Ban sunglasses, $185; both from Nordstrom | Stenstrom’s fitted body shirt, $245 from Mister Guy Men’s
Neiman Marcus silk bow tie, $85 from Neiman Marcus | Shoes and jewelry, model’s own

Photos: Suzy Gorman
Special thanks to: Donovan Smith, Building Arts, Centro Modern Furniture, Jet Linx
Hair: Rommie Martinez and A.I. the Barber
Style Coordination: Emily McGehee