Meet the 2019 Men of Style

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Shot on location at Böser Geist Brewing Co. in the Simon Silk Mill, Easton | On-site grooming services courtesy of BB DeCheine Hair & Makeup Company

Ward Van Haute

Director/Curator, Bethlehem House Gallery

I feel my best when I’m wearing what I want to wear and not worrying about what’s trending. I like to wear a classic-cut suit or jacket and jazz it up with jewelry and other accessories. My style described in one word is fun. My closet is filled with lots of prints and patterns. I could do without skinny jeans and slim-fit shirts. My favorite brands include Johnston & Murphy for shoes and casual shirts with fun prints, JoS. A. Bank for classic-cut shirts and Original Stitch for made-to-measure custom dress shirts. I tend to splurge on jewelry and accessories. My favorite place to shop in the Valley is Main Street Bethlehem—particularly, The Steel Beam for their awesome men’s jewelry. I don’t care much what a celebrity is wearing. I think we the people need to dress for ourselves and take into account our unique shapes, sizes and personal taste. This winter, I’m living in my cherry-red, eight-hole Dr. Martens boots. The best gift I’ve ever received is my ability to grow a long, full beard and my loving wife who encourages me to wear it proudly. For me, a typical day consists of kissing my four children on the head as we send them off to school, followed by a couple hours in the studio before I go to work at the gallery. In the afternoon, I often scout out new artists or go on a hunt for furniture and set dressing for our upcoming gallery exhibits. After work, I sit down to dinner with my family, and then my wife and I pour a cocktail or a glass of wine and rehash the events of the day. Any organization that works with the families and children affected by childhood cancer is a cause near and dear to my heart. My niece is a leukemia survivor and I remember all the wonderful care that she received at CHOP and the assistance my sister and her family received through generous organizations like Ronald McDonald House and Make-A-Wish Foundation. There are so many wonderful places to eat in the Lehigh Valley; one of my current favorites is The Mint in Bethlehem. They have a wonderfully creative menu, a great rotating draft list, fun cocktails and a fantastic staff. My go-to drink is whiskey. Whether it’s single-malt scotch or small-batch bourbon, whether it’s neat, on the rocks or in a finely crafted cocktail, I’m a whiskey man.

JoS. A. Bank jacket, pants and pocket square; Johnston & Murphy shoes and belt; John’s Crazy Socks socks

Group Shot: Buckle jeans, Dr. Martens boots, Emerald Isle Weaving vest, Original Stitch shirt, JoS. A. Bank tie, rings from The Steel Beam

Marc Troutman

Engineer/Manager External Affairs, FirstEnergy Corporation

I feel my best when I’m wearing linen Island Company drawstring pants, a Tommy Bahama linen shirt, ball cap and my favorite Maui Jim sunglasses. My style described in one word is casual. My closet is filled with footwear—flip flops, boots, dress shoes and everything in between. I could do without skinny jeans—you have to know when to say uncle! My favorite brands include Island Company, Tommy Bahama, Ralph Lauren, Tasso Elba, Magnanni and Levi’s. As for suits, only the fabric matters as long as you have a good tailor! I tend to splurge on linen. The first place I stop that has what I need that day is my favorite place to shop in the Valley. There is no celebrity whose closet I would raid—I need to organize my own. This winter, I’m living in my sweat pants! The best gift I’ve ever received is a digital Bluetooth meat thermometer—I use it daily. For me, a typical day consists of a weak breakfast, two or more planned meetings, multiple problems to solve and, hopefully, a workout before becoming a couch potato! A cause near and dear to my heart is the Children’s Home of Easton. If you like dining out, the Lehigh Valley is great. I’m friends with too many restaurateurs to answer which is my favorite. Grey Goose martini, up, with blue cheese olives is my go-to drink order.

Calvin Klein jacket, Lorenzo Uomo shirt, Armani jeans, Boot Barn boots, Citizen Eco-Drive watch, Michael Kors belt

Group Shot: Joseph Abboud suit, Tasso Elba shirt, Johnston & Murphy shoes, Movado watch, Italian silk pocket square, Joe Boxer socks, Giuseppe Alfieri belt

Dan Linski

Supervisor of Environmental & Custodial Operations, North Penn School District

I feel my best when I’m wearing jeans… love denim. My style described in one word is modern. My closet is filled with button-down shirts and boots (lace-up and cowboy). I could do without ankle pants—I feel when I’m standing up, my pants should touch my shoes. My favorite brands include Hugo Boss, 7 Diamonds, Vince, Hudson, AG, Baldwin, Shore and J. Hilburn. I tend to splurge on well-made tailored jackets. My favorite place to shop in the Valley is Susan Bella Jewelry. The celebrity whose closet I would raid is David Gandy… he has quite the wardrobe. This winter, I’m living in my navy linen scarf from Positano. The best gift I’ve ever received is my 18-karat gold lobster cufflinks from my wife. For me, a typical day consists of waking up before sunrise and kissing my wife, Susan, and dog, Olive, before hitting the turnpike. Then coffee, helping ensure our students have a clean and safe environment to learn in, home, workout, enjoy a cocktail or wine (depending on the day), dinner, Netflix, herbal tea, bed… repeat! A cause near and dear to my heart is animal rescue, in particular, helping dogs find their forever homes. My favorite place to eat out in the Valley is a toss-up between Bolete and Savory Grille. Currently, a Negroni is my go-to drink order.

Bull Boxer boots, AG jeans, Baldwin shirt, Armani Exchange jacket, Hugo Boss belt, Bulova Marine Star watch

Group Shot: Ted Baker shoes, Hudson jeans, J. Hilburn shirt, Deakin & Francis 18-karat gold lobster cufflinks, Banana Republic belt

Fayez Baki, DDS

Dentist, Keystone Dentistry

I feel my best when I’m wearing a tailored suit and tie, or for a more casual look, a blazer with fitted jeans. My style described in one word is sophisticated. My closet is filled with shirts and blazers, ties, golf apparel and shoes. I could do without loose-fitting clothing, thick-soled shoes and wide ties. My favorite brands include Salvatore Ferragamo, Carolina Herrera, Ermenegildo Zegna, Brunello Cucinelli and Theory. I tend to splurge on blazers, shoes and watches. Because New York City is close enough, I make frequent trips there for my shopping, but I do feel like a kid in a candy shop when I am at the Saucon Valley Country Club Golf Shop. The celebrity whose closet I would raid is George Clooney. This winter, I’m living in my Moncler down jacket, alpaca scarves from Peru, Superman onesie and my North Face ThermoBall slipper booties. The best gift I’ve ever received is my four kids. They are a blessing and my inspiration! For me, a typical day consists of waking up to the sound of coffee beans being ground by my wife, Sarah, and discussing the day ahead, reading the BBC world news on my phone and spending time with my kids before they go to school. Then heading off to work at Keystone Dentistry, where my amazing team cohesively works to enhance smiles and improve lives in a positive and upbeat environment. A cause near and dear to my heart is Operation Smile. Helping children around the world suffering from cleft lips/palates is humbling. My favorite place to eat out in the Valley is Bolete. I love the quaint ambiance and the authentic farm-to-table creations. My go-to drink order is Jack Daniels and Coke. From my college days at NYU, I quickly realized that, somehow, I always felt fine the next day!

Tom Ford blazer, Hugo Boss shirt, Dolce & Gabbana pants, Salvatore Ferragamo belt, Rolex Submariner watch, Salvatore Ferragamo shoes

Group Shot: Carolina Herrera blazer and shirt, Theory pants, Hermes belt, Rolex Datejust watch, Salvatore Ferragamo shoes, Hugo Boss tie

Jamire Tucker

Certified Pharmacy Technician, St. Luke’s University Health Network

I feel my best when I’m wearing my Dr. Martens. My style described in one word is expressive. My closet is filled with bold colors and lots of prints. I could do without Crocs; they’re awful. My favorite brands include ASOS, Forever 21, INC and Fendi. I tend to splurge on anything that has a WOW factor! Things that are unique and timeless. My favorite place to shop in the Valley is the Lehigh Valley Mall, Citi Trends and all the local thrift stores. The celebrity whose closet I would raid is Lenny Kravitz! This winter, I’m living in my new faux-fur coat. The best gift I’ve ever received is life from my parents—thanks, mom and dad! For me, a typical day consists of waking up and thanking God for a new day! Then, having a glass of water and checking out BuzzFeed News—I like to be informed about the world. Next, I’ll put on my music and jam out. Different songs will inspire me for the day and that’s how I pick my outfit. Then, I’ll grab a quick bite, shower and head to the hospital for work. If it’s my day off, I usually just make my rounds visiting my best friends and family. The LGBTQ community and suicide prevention are two causes that are near and dear to my heart. These groups are sometimes stigmatized as the underdogs in our society. I support them because, through my fashion, I want to prove that it’s OK to be different and to own your truth! Self-love is so important and that is the key message both of these causes share. My favorite place to eat out in the Valley is Red Lobster and Popeyes. My go-to drink order is Jack and ginger ale.

ASOS Design by ASOS moto jeans, ASOS Design by ASOS T-shirt, ASOS Design by ASOS

sequin bomber jacket, Dr. Martens boots

Group Shot: INC International Concepts jacket, ASOS shirt, Rue21 jeans, Steve Madden Chelsea boots

Ronald Corales

Owner, Gentlemen’s Barbershop

I feel my best when I’m wearing casual, comfortable clothing; shoes—being the most important—have to be good quality for standing for long hours. My style described in one word is gentleman like. My closet is filled with button-ups and boots. I could do without hair product and sneakers. My favorite brands include Banana Republic, Levi’s, Shinola and Red Wing boots. I tend to splurge on socks, colognes and shoes. My favorite place to shop in the Valley is the Lehigh Valley Mall. I don’t really keep up with celebrities and their fashion, I just like what I buy. This winter, I’m living in Red Wing boots! For me, a typical day consists of appointments, meetings, gym, phone calls and running errands. As the owner of a barbershop, a cause near and dear to my heart is giving back to the community; whether it’s giving free haircuts for kids or donating and raising supplies or money for the less fortunate. My favorite place to eat out in the Valley is Two Rivers Brewing Company and The River Grille. I’m not a mixed drink person, but if I had to pick, my go-to drink order would be an Old Fashioned. I like Separatist Beer Project and Böser Geist Brewing Co.

Edwin Joseph & Sons jacket, Tecovas boots