“At the core of it, I help great guys look good,” says Patrick Kenger, founder of Pivot. Designed exclusively for men, the consultancy focuses on three areas—styling, grooming and social—to help its clients look and feel their best. “For guys, style and grooming aren’t something we talk about over beers,” he explains. “We all want to look good, but some guys have difficulty articulating that and forming a direction with their style. I’m just a normal guy who has a passion and education for this stuff. Guys find comfort in that. I help make men feel comfortable in their appearance and show them that it’s really not that difficult once you have the right information.”
NIGHT and DAY “This is a perfect fall scent that, although spicy, can transition from day to night very well. If you like Tom Ford Oud Wood, this one is a good lateral move.” Accord Oud eau de parfum, 1.7 oz. for $175, by Byredo at neimanmarcus.com
SWEATER WEATHER “This can be paired easily with a light jacket over top, but it’s got such nice detailing that it stands alone superbly.” Marine virgin wool roll-neck sweater, $425, by Belstaff at mrporter.com
LEATHER GOODS “This casual blazer is so versatile, and I love all the leather that comes out of AllSaints. It has the perfect texture and color for those fall and winter months.” Survey leather blazer, $585, us.allsaints.com
STAPLE SHOES “Chelsea boots should be a staple piece in any man’s closet. Because of the darker brown finish on these, you can dress them up with a blazer or down with jeans and still look great.” Aldrich dark brown Chelsea boots, $398, toboot.com
DREAM DENIM “We’re moving away from superslim-fit pants in popular menswear to much roomier fits. While I’m not embracing a wide-leg just yet, these provide a classic fit that will never go out of style.” New Standard dry selvedge denim jeans, $210, by A.P.C. at mrporter.co
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