The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
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After his life began to unfold in Italy, he met his wife and learned to speak the language. "When I was in full im- mersion, that was when I really start- ed learning about my origins, learning about the culture and learning about fashion," Mazzeo explains. It was only until after he fully immersed himself in Italian culture that he understood the significance of "Made in Italy." A phrase more than just prestige, Mazzeo defines it as investing in a lifestyle that pays homage to the quality of the trade. Now calling Montclair, NJ his home and having experienced Italian man- ufacturing, fashion and culture first- hand, Mazzeo uses his fashion blog to share his passion for style—in its many forms. Equipped with his expertise, Mazzeo shared with VUE his advice on this Fall's fashion tips for men. "There are certain staples of every closet that are essential such as a ba- sic white T-shirt or a classic vest. You can never go wrong with a simple plain white T-shirt." You can also layer it un- derneath a dress shirt to add an extra layer of warmth. Look for something made mostly of cotton that has an interesting neckline. Mazzeo's names Brunello Cucinelli as his go-to for excellent cotton T-shirts made with Italian care and quality. "I love vests, you definitely need a vest in your wardrobe," he says. "To give your outfit a little extra pop, go with a vest that has a bold color." And when it comes to brands, Mazzeo suggests Altea, a company that has been around for nearly a century and handcrafts all their products in Italy. Altea is unmistakably one of the top textile brands with quality vests. "The number one advice is to walk into a store and put a jacket on. You need to understand how it feels and falls on your body. There is a lot more that goes into making a piece than most people realize." Ultimately, the drop of the fabric and the fit of the materials are all important factors; you have to know your body type and what feels good on you to deter- mine if you need a little more space in your appeal. VUE ON FASHION V U E N J . C O M 90