i thought it would be fun to do a men’s edition of the back to basics column, so i asked k to write about a few of his favorite items for summer. i can’t say i was surprised by any of these, since this is basically his summer uniform. hope you enjoy, and if kevin ever expands his wardrobe beyond these three things, more editions to come :)

1 / j.crew factory
washed tees, $16.50 (but always on some kind of sale)

I love these T-shirts! Literally, cannot say enough good things about this shirt. I am pretty sure it’s the softest thing I’ve ever worn in my life. Really. No, it’s REALLY soft. Think of the softest thing you’ve ever worn. Then think softer. J.Crew outlet people. Oh, and it was 10 bucks. Get 5. You won’t regret it.

2 / sperry top-sider for dsw
halyard laceless sneaker, $54.95

Okay, so I’m picky about shoes. Seriously, I’m picky. It’s to the point where we walk in to a shoe store and H has to walk away from me while I try on a ridiculous number of shoes [h’s note: and usually still doesn’t buy any]. We recently went to DSW and within 15 minutes, I walked out with these. Perfect for Summer and pairs well with shorts. Comfortable for walking and being outside!

3 / old navy
broken-in khaki shorts, $22.94 (on sale for $19 now)

I only own these shorts. I have them in 4 colors. They go with everything. See above for my comments about the shoes with them. In fact, I had on all three of these items over the weekend at once! They are comfortable (sensing a theme?), and a little stylish [h’s note: this is first time i’ve ever heard my husband use the word stylish]. Perfect for summer!

other male readers (are there any of you out there?), chime in! do you have any favorite basics that you love? k could use all the help he can get to become more…”stylish.”