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We paired up some light colors and some good layering techniques in this look you can achieve it just as easily yourself.

Cheap Monday Jean Jacket in light blue $90.00
This is a super classic denim jacket but of course with a Cheap Monday twist.
The length is actually cropped. It is hard to tell in the individual photo but take a closer look at the full mannequin look above and you can see that it hits at the true waist.

Back view. A center pleat allows for easy mobility when riding your bike.

Cheap Monday Over Trench in beige $115.00

This light weight long trench is designed a bit over sized allowing you to layer it over lots of pieces.

Detail shot. Double breasted, waist belt and belted cuff

Trash & Luxury Diamond racer back Tank $48.00

Now that's a huge diamond! A great all over printed tank that is longer in the back then in the front. We paired it up with black tights for this look as it tends to be on the shorter side in the front. But layer it with distressed denim shorts and your good to go.

Matt & Nat Odyssey Mini backpack in black $215.00

PVC drawstring mini backpack with flap closure and side zip pockets.

Perfect day bag for strolling around town.

Details of pyramid studs.

"The Look" is back!

As you may recall, many moons ago, we had a little posting series on the blog called THE LOOK.
The Look is a series of choice outfits styled by Roy (ALTER co-owner) to help you put together head to toe outfit ideas. Below is the latest installment of womens items to complete THE LOOK!


Rojas cut away blouse in white $74.00 **Sold Out**
Love Brigade Slit tee in multi $59.00 **Sold Out**
Cheap Monday half Shorts in grey $90.00 **Sold Out**
Elastic belt in yellow $18.00
Melissa x Campana flats in white $59.00 **Sold Out**


Kill City hedge tee in lavander: $54.00 **Sold Out**
Cheap Monday pencil Skirt in grey $109.00 $79.00
Double wrap belt in brown $45.00
Stubby Fedora in camel $35.00


Cheap Monday Tindra Tank in blue: $45.00 **Sold Out**
Kill City shorts in grey $69.00 **Sold Out**
Vintage Belt $15.00 **Sold Out**
Osborn Shoes in blue/white plaid $90.00
Lulu grace Multi chain necklace: $70.00 **Sold Out**

New Arrival: John Fluevog Shoes for Men

John Fluevog Headliners March Boot in Tan leather $295.00

The March boot design by John Fluevog is named after the 1932 Oscar wining actor Fredric March for his role in Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde. This boot has a  slightly Victorian feel but is modernized with the choice of materials and design. A canvas fabric funnels from within the boot and is hugged by the softest leather you have ever felt. The exaggerated raw leather laces add a layered look by allowing you to wrap them around the ankle and even around the under part of the boot. For a more conservative look you can cut the length of the laces to your liking. 

Detail

John Fluevog Headliners March Boot in Black $295.00 SOLD OUT

Also available in a Black/ Navy leather with a grey canvas funnel "liner" and brown raw leather laces. 

Side view

Canvas liner detail

All the soles of the Headliners series have a bright blue rubber sole which showcases the craftsmanship of the finishing.

John Fluevog Headliners Gable Shoe in Navy $235.00

Named after the famed actor Clark Gable this chic lace up shoe was designed with a soft and weathered looking navy leather. The color is subtle enough to wear to the office but yet bold enough to have you stand out in a crowd of fashionable gents.

As in the March Boot, the laces are long enough to create a layered look. Feel free to cut them down if you want a more of a cleaner silhouette.

Side view

John Fluevog Radio Rai laceless shoes $259.00 SOLD OUT

The RAI is the newest addition to the RADIO series by Fluevog. 

"John drew up the Radio Audizioni Italiane named after the Italian public broadcaster. The RAI is a two toned, vintage-looking slip-on loafer (with eyelets for those seeking 'lace security') that uses aged Atlas leathers and nappy suedes with waxy, burnished toes on unfinished, uneven stacked leather heels. So roll up your pants and leave the socks at home, the Radio RAI is here to cast some broads.. ba-da-boom!" 

- fluevog.com

Detail

Detail of the double layered look craftsmanship

New bags in at Alter 140

Nila Anthony- PVC Satchel with 2 side pockets in Grey: $75.00**SOLD OUT**

This medium sized purse has pockets on each end, as well as compartment pockets on the inside. Beautiful soft grey color and chunky chrome hardware.

Side view of pockets and the hardware.**SOLD OUT**

Nila Anthony- Patch worked PVC convertible bag in Black: $75.00**SOLD OUT**

The quilted shiny/matte finish gives this bag a chic, slick look.

You can also carry this bag by the side chain straps to give it more of a hobo look. It is a great day into night bag with this convertible strap design. **SOLD OUT**

Nila Anthony- Large Woven PVC bag in Black: $85.00**SOLD OUT**

This bag has a cute carpet bag shape to it, with great woven texture and long handle straps.

Brown leather tote from Instyle: $135.00**SOLD OUT**

Might be the cutest leather bag we've ever had. Perfect size, shape and pockets.

Back is quilted leather with another pocket.

Black leather tote from Instyle: $135.00.**SOLD OUT**

Same as brown one above. A totally different (but still adorable) look in black.

Grey leather, multi pocket purse from Instyle: $145.00. **SOLD OUT**

THE LOOK is back!

 In 2007 we created a series of posts entitled THE LOOK en capsuling some inspiring wardrobe ideas. Today we are bringing back THE LOOK in a big way.

Check out these stylish looks below highlighting our newest Men's brand GLOBE. 

Globe hails from Australia and was created in 1994 driven by the world of skate and surf. 

Today we are including GLOBE to the ALTER line up for its fun prints, clean denim and most of all its brilliant price point. Come on in to our Franklin Street Men's shop or our Graham Ave store to see the line in person. 

1. Globe Cabana shirt in white $58.00  

(styled with Shades of Grey Bandanna print Tank top $48.00) 

 2. A.J Morgan Astro Sunglasses in clear $20.00  

3. TM1985 + ALTER leather suspenders $155.00     4. Globe Goodstock Jean in black $65.00 

5. John Fluevog BBC boots in distressed navy suede $259.00

1. Globe Goodstock Jeans in Rust $65.00  

(styled with the Shades of Grey Solid Tank $48.00)

 2. Spitfire Modernist Sunglasses in blue $40.00  

3. Shades of Grey Plant print shirt $95.00  4. Happy Socks $12.00 

 5. John Fluevog CBC shoe in blue suede $215.00

1. Globe Croc O' Clock shirt in black $59.00

(styled with the Shades of Grey Solid Tank in green $48.00)

   2. Daring Sunglasses in bronze $20.00

3.  5 panel camo cap $20.00   4. John Fluevog Sasha boot $299.00 

 5. Globe Denim shorts in camel $59.00

Not all items will go online so feel free to call the shop 718-784-8818 to inquire about any item you see above.

New for Men: Shades of Grey

Ok guys, our first shipment from Shades of Grey has arrived and it's lookin' good!

We will have suits from Shades of Grey in just a few weeks, in the meantime take a look at these necessary pieces for your spring wardrobe.

Shades of Grey Petal Print Shirt $99.00 SOLD OUT

All over print, short sleeve, button-up shirt. This print is perfect for early spring!

Above: Petal Print detail.

 Shades of Grey Cadet Chino, Olive $105.00 SOLD OUT

Slim fit, worn-in look chinos. Also look nice cuffed to 3/4 length.

Available in waist sizes 28 to 36.

Above: Cadet Chino waistband detail.

Shades of Grey Churchill Trench, Olive $245.00 SOLD OUT

This classic tailored trench is a must have for spring!

 Above: Churchill Trench detail.

  Above: Churchill Trench back view.

 Shades of Grey Northwest Parka, Olive/Khaki SOLD OUT

Waxed cotton anorak style parka with hood and drawstring at waist.

 Above: Northwest Parka front pocket detail.

Above: Northwest Parka back view.

Shades of Grey "Air" Winter Fleece Hoodie, Black/White $178.00 SOLD OUT

All-over print zip-up hoodie with high collar/hood combo and side pockets.

Above: Air Winter Fleece print detail.

Top Secret Plastic

Matt & Nat are a company out of Montreal whose cause is twofold: create functional, aesthetically pleasing bags while finding a way to use scrap plastic. All of their products are made completely out of recycled plastic, yet look, feel and age like leather. Too good to be true? To skeptics of faux leather products, look no further than the Moller weekend bag from Matt & Nat's new more affordable line Matt by Matt & Nat.

A weekend away with this guy might just convert you to plastic for life. I'm just waiting for Matt & Nat to come out with a line of faux leather jackets so I can make the full transition. Luckily for me, Melissa shoes have already taken care of the feet.

Melissa shoes have just debuted their first men's line ever called M:Zero. These all-plastic shoes aren't your father's croc either. Hailing from Brazil, Melissa have been dedicated to creating both fashionable and environmentally conscious footwear for women for quite some time now, with recent collections seeing a collaboration with fashion royalty John-Paul Gaultier and Vivienne Westwood. Now they're tackling men's footwear, paying the same attention to detail down to the subtlest of wingtips.

Speaking of Plastics, who let these guys fade into pop culture obscurity for so long? Unfortunately, despite their massive influence on Japanese pop music, as well as a world tour with Talking Heads and the B52s, The Plastics disbanded sometime in the early 80s. However, with one look at their performance of Top Secret Man, it's quite apparent that their influence can still be felt in pop music today. With just one listen I can hear Blank Dogs, Devo and the Raveonettes. That's pretty impressive.