NEW MARKDOWNS

(posted by pai)

How's everyone in the mid-Atlantic doing? I hope you have power so you can read this blog post. I'm sure cabin fever has set in and you're pretty much fed up of everyone you live with or chose to get snowed in. You probably thought it was a good idea to get together with your friends and get trapped somewhere together, but I'm going to venture a guess here and say that you guys drank all the beer, and now, after being in close proximity with one another for so long, you're not really liking them as much as you did on Friday. It's all fun and games until you get to the bottom of the bottle, no?

Personally, I'm a free bird. I have to be able to spread my wings. I hopped in my two door coupe and literally drove through a wall of snow to enjoy the freedom I am blessed with. It was all very Bruce Willis in Die Hard. I now know that the "L" on my shifter stands for "liberation" and "D" stands for "doesn't do shit."

This was me yesterday, except I was going faster and there was a huge explosion behind my car as I broke through the wall of snow. Really cool stuff, straight out of Project Bad Ass

Anyway, if you're on the verge of pulling out your hair, calm down, because we've got something for you to do, and that is click your way over to ShopFarinellis.com and check out the new markdowns! That's right fans, our awesome sale just got even awesomer, and spell check is telling me that's not a word, but I don't care, as I've already mentioned, I am a free bird.

You're probably wondering what I like, which is smart of you, I am an extremely fashionable guy and my opinion should carry a lot of weight. I really like the Wings + Horns Wool Nailhead Shirt, and at 40% off it's a real get for the frugal shopper.

Wings + Horns Wool Nailhead Shirt

$418 (On Sale: $250.80)

Don't you think it would be wise to take advantage of this opportunity? We're in a recession, buddy. If you're a smart shopper, you'll hop on these new markdowns, and I know you're a smart shopper because you shop at Farinelli's. At the least you read our blog, which I write, and I am really smart, so hopefully that rubs off on you. So go, go, go! Shop our sale!

SEE ALL NEW MARKDOWNS AT SHOPFARINELLIS.COM

SNOW (PART II)

(posted by pai)

Fact: I look better than you when I shovel the snow on my driveway. Now, you're probably thinking that it doesn't matter what you wear when you shovel your driveway, and you couldn't be more wrong. What's the point of practical clothing if you look silly? I always want to look my best, whether I'm popping bottles at the club, or shoveling two feet of snow out of my driveway. You can say I'm insecure, but I'm just going to stop you there and tell you to not make assumptions like that about my character. There's no room for things like that on this blog, sir.

The goal is to find clothing that is both practical and looks good. What do I wear? My Krane Emory Hooded Bomber, of course. An even better choice may be the Krane Mathias Mod Coat, especially on a weekend like this when we are expecting 18+ inches of snow on the ground.

Krane Mathias Mod Coat in Olive

$825 (ON SALE: $660)

First off, this is one of the best looking coats we've ever carried, but it doesn't stop at looks. The waxed cotton shell is great for keeping you dry and the inside is lined with recycled Italian military wool blanket. What does that mean? It's warm. It's really warm. Ken Chow really killed it this past season with the Krane coats, and the Mathias is one of the last ones we have left, and it's on sale. You can save almost $200 off retail on an amazing piece that's going to last you forever, so be smart and pick one up!

If you're in DC or anywhere else where they are expecting mass amounts of snow, I hope you skipped the lines at the grocery store and hit the liquor store instead, because it's going to be a long one. Have a good weekend snowed-in and don't try to drive anywhere unless you absolutely have to (especially if you hit the liquor store instead of the grocery store).

And don't forget to shop at ShopFarinellis.com when you're stuck indoors all weekend!

SEE OUR ENTIRE KRANE COLLECTION ONLINE

SNOW

(posted by pai)

This winter is slowly becoming the worst one I have ever experienced. We had two feet of snow on the ground before January, and it's already snowed a couple times since then. Now, the weatherman tells us that we can expect between twelve and twelve-hundred inches of snow this weekend. That's just great. Cue mass chaos at grocery stores across the DC Metro area. I think Mauro said it best when he said, "you don't need six gallons of milk for two days in the snow. Are you making yogurt? Are you helping your kid with a science project?" Personally, I will be making yogurt while I'm snowed in, so I do require six gallons of milk.

Stock up. Storm's a'comin'.

I'm not saying that global warming was a lie, but I think, at the least, it was a very dirty fib. When people started talking about global warming, I was elated. I personally feel like a year-round summer is worth sacrificing all ocean-side cities and island states. You don't? That's your problem. Go buy a Prius. I'll be in my Hummer H2 revving the engine in the driveway until the weather warms up.

Anyway, this snow's coming whether we like it or not, and you need to have the proper footwear to combat the cold in. As the proud owner of the Wings + Horns Service Boots (brown/black), I can tell you that trying to plow snow in leather-soled boots is like wearing a t-shirt that says "everyone look at me, because I am about to slip on this ice and bust my ass", and bust my ass I did. What I realize now is that you need rubber-soled boots to walk around on the treacherous ice. Don't worry, we've got you covered:

Wolverine Montgomery Boot
$235

Not only do these boots look bad ass, like you are literally going to go outside of your house and beat the snow mercilessly, but they also come with a rubber-sole so that you can maneuver atop the snow. Like I said, if you've ever made the mistake of walking around on snow/ice in leather-soled shoes, like yours truly, you know the importance of a rubber-sole.

Anyway, I wish everyone a safe weekend and take my advice: buy yourself several cases of beer and invite your friends over to get snowed in with you. Not that I'm condoning alcohol usage, but I think you might need an escape if you are trapped indoors for the entire weekend, and if you're drinking alone... Well that's just alcoholism... Unless you're in college.

Tell us what your snow plans are in a comment. As always, if you make a comment that we are especially fond of, you may be rewarded!

SHIPPING POLICY CHANGES

Hey everyone! We wanted to let you guys know that we've had to make some changes to our shipping policy on ShopFarinellis.com. Here are our new shipping rates:

United States

USPS Priority Mail (2-4 business days) - $8

USPS Express Mail (1-2 business days) - $20

Canada

USPS Canada Priority Mail (approximately 6-10 business days) - $20

USPS Canada Express Mail (approximately 5 business days) - $35

International (unchanged)

USPS International Priority Mail (approximately 6-10 business days) - $30

USPS International Express Mail (approximately 5 business days) - $40

We want to make sure our customers know why we had to make these changes to our shipping policy, the most obvious of which being the current economic climate. While our great customers (like you) have been absolutely amazing and kept us alive through the recession, it's no secret that all retailers are looking to cut costs and save where they can. Taking into consideration the recent rise in shipping costs, we felt like this was the best way for us to continue to bring you the best in premium menswear.

We have also chosen to no longer ship via UPS. UPS' shipping is, in our opinion, considerably slower than USPS, although they do provide a better tracking service. We figured that you would rather have your item sooner, rather than know exactly where it is at any given time. USPS also has a delivery confirmation service that acts as tracking, so you aren't really losing anything there. If for some reason you need to have your item shipped via UPS, we will work with you so that you receive your package as fast as possible.

We feel as though our shipping policies are still competitive with those of other websites, and we want to reassure all of our customers that we will continue to deliver the same high level of customer service that you have become accustomed to at Farinelli's. We will go above and beyond any expectations you have for us to ensure that you have the best online shopping experience possible.

Please e-mail us at info@shopfarinellis.com if you have any questions regarding our new shipping policies, and thank you so much for your continued support!

ON SALE: NAKED & FAMOUS

(posted by pai)

Our end of season sale is still going on, and I feel it is my duty to point out some of the great deals we've still got on ShopFarinellis.com. Today's item is really hard to believe, in that "they gave Jimmy Fallon his own late night show" kind of way. Let me take a second here to comment on how baffling Jimmy Fallon's success is. Go to his Wikipedia page. Seriously, click here. I'll give you a second........... Can you believe it? That guy has done so much shit, and he is not, and never was, funny. Look at some of those movies. Taxi? Fever Pitch? Outside of the ten die-hard Red Sox fans who fell victim to Hollywood's carefully targeted movie, who watches these films? How does he keep getting work? I watched one episode of his late night show and honestly, it was like torture. The only person that laughs at Jimmy Fallon's jokes... is Jimmy Fallon.

Anyway, like I was saying, we have an unbelievable deal today. How unbelievable? Raw, selvedge jeans for under $125 unbelievable!

Naked & Famous Skinny Guy in Indigo Revival Selvedge

$155 (On Sale: $124)

Naked & Famous comes to us by way of Canada, and with them they bring a simple idea: jeans constructed of high quality fabrics with no silly details or washes to run up the cost. That's why they give you tremendous value whether you're just starting into the raw denim game, or if your closet is full of carefully broken-in Japanese denim.

Naked & Famous jeans are really well-priced when they aren't on sale, so when they go on sale it's serious cause for celebration. Get them now before we sell out in your size!

SEE OUR ENTIRE NAKED & FAMOUS COLLECTION ONLINE

THE CHINO

(posted by pai)

It is now clear to me that the entire internet is copying me. Only a couple days after I blow up the internet's spot with the first previews of the Wolf vs. Goat chinos (here, and here) our good friends at Valet Mag run a story about the history behind chinos. I am going to go ahead and take the credit on this one and say that it's an honor to be the driving creative force behind an excellent men's lifestyle website.

In all seriousness, the guys at Valet do a great job, so you should definitely check out their website on the regular. Here's the article from today that caught my interest:

"Anatomy of a Classic: The Chino"

ValetMag.com

Like most menswear, the origins of the chino are rooted in military garb. I don't even know why we have fashion shows or anything like that anymore when half of the clothing guys wear is straight from the frontline. Our servicemen and women are actually the most fashionable people in this country. Kudos to them, and if you yourself are enlisted, a big thank you from Farinelli's for keeping us safe!

Enjoy the Valet article and remember that we are hoping to have the Wolf vs. Goat chinos ready to ship by the end of this month, so start saving your pennies now! Oh, and by the way, although we aren't talking about pricing, from what I've heard on the grapevine, they will be very well-priced for the quality of fabric and construction!

SNEAK PEEK: WOLF VS. GOAT CHINOS (PART 2)

(posted by pai)

Yesterday (please note I have made the word "yesterday" a clickable link for those who are too lazy to scroll down one blog post) we gave you a sneak peek at the different colorways the much-anticipated Wolf vs. Goat chinos will be available in. Today is part two (the re-re-remix) of the yesterday's blog post. Today, we'll be showing you actual fit pics of the chino! (Jersey Shore fist pump).

Mauro, the model, shows off the chinos for us here:

As you can see, the Wolf vs. Goat chinos are extremely versatile. They can be worn while staring into the sun with your arms crossed, while standing casually with your hands in your pockets, while sitting spread-eagle on a keg of Natural Light, or even while lifting heavy objects/stealing the aforementioned keg.

Mauro is wearing a sz. 32 charcoal chino. The charcoal is washed and treated (hence the lighter looking color), which you didn't really see in the dip cards we showed yesterday. The fit is slim but not too slim with a mid-low rise. All around, I'd say the Wolf and the Goat nailed it.

In the meantime, if you've got a big time craving for some Wolf vs. Goat clothing in your life, be sure to check out ShopFarinellis.com, because the Fall/Winter '09 collection is on sale and going fast. We still have a few of the Before Dinner Shirt in Orange Plaid left too:

Wolf vs. Goat Before Dinner Shirt in Orange Plaid

$165 (On Sale: $132)

What do you guys think? Digging the fit on the chinos? Maybe you just had a bad day and need someone to vent to? Go ahead and let us know in a comment, we're very good listeners...

SNEAK PEEK: WOLF VS. GOAT CHINO COLORS

(posted by pai)

Ok... I'm not going to lie-the last blog post? Pretty embarrassing. We are going to take a second and apologize for telling you our website is going to be down and calling it a blog update. It's just not right. It's Thursday. Thursday is somehow after Wednesday, yet before Friday, and that deserves to be celebrated. At the very least, I think it deserves a better blog update than "hey our site's going to be down Monday."

Anyway, I'm here to give Thursday the justice it deserves, and if you read the title of this blog post (I'd be kind of surprised if you missed it since it's in all caps up at the top of this page), you know that I have a banger of an update for you today.

Our very own Mauro "Don't Call Me Mario" Farinelli has recently signed off on all five colors for this season's chinos! I don't know about you, but that makes me want to fist pump like I'm on the Jersey Shore. Here's a sneak peek at the five colorways:

ESPRESSO


JALAPENO


KHAKI


RED


CHARCOAL

Keep in mind my photography skills are amateur at best, and the colors are a little bit different in person, but at least you get an idea of what colors the WvG chinos will be in. Our favorite is the red colorway, which will be done in a smaller batch than any of the other colors. There will only be twenty-five total red chinos made, so if you want a pair, you'd better get in line!

The chinos are expected to go into production in February and we are hoping they will be in our hands, ready to sell, by the end of the same month. The best way to know when they will be released? Keep reading this blog, because I know everything, and when I choose to share some of my infinite knowledge with you, I usually do it via clever blog post.

Anyway, what colors are you guys digging the most? Feedback is always appreciated. You can either comment on the blog, on the Facebook post about this blog, or you can shoot us an e-mail at info@shopfarinellis.com We'd love to hear from you!

In the meantime, while you anxiously await the chinos to be made, you can go to ShopFarinellis.com and check out the Wolf vs. Goat Fall/Winter '09 collection, including the Dandy Work Pants, which are currently on sale:

Wolf vs. Goat Dandy Work Pant
$220 (On Sale: $176)

SEE THE ENTIRE WOLF VS. GOAT COLLECTION ONLINE

WEBSITE MAINTENANCE

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Hey gang! We've got a pretty boring blog post for today. We need to do some maintenance on our website this coming Monday, February 1st, from 9 AM to 10 AM. Not long, but we just wanted to make sure you knew what was up if you go to our site and see that it's not working. The good news is, all hours that are not Monday February 1st from 9 AM to 10 AM our website should be working and there's a bunch of stuff still on sale on there for your purchasing pleasure!

CHECK OUT ALL OF OUR SALE ITEMS ON SHOPFARINELLIS.COM

WEAR A SUIT, DON'T BE ONE

Scott Sternberg, designer for Band of Outsiders, is one of the funnier guys in the fashion industry. Who could forget his "Rules of Style" that he gave Details magazine? Any videos or interviews with him are always entertaining, so we thought we'd share this one we found on how to wear a casual suit with you:

And don't forget, a casual suit goes with a Band of Outsiders tie/bow tie like milk with cookies:

Band of Outsiders Navy 4 Repp Stripe Tie

$130 (On Sale: $104)

SEE OUR ENTIRE BAND OF OUTSIDERS COLLECTION ONLINE