Affordable Bond

Skyfall charcoal scarf

2011-12-06T04:54:00.000-08:00

Keeping warm these winter months, 007 wraps himself up in a charcoal scarf, most likely designed by Tom Ford. Here are some affordable options:

Lyle & Scott Heritage Marl Scarf $54.54

Gap Multi marled scarf $19.95

Skyfall Navy Overcoat

2011-11-24T08:33:00.000-08:00

One of the first photos of Bond on set in Skyfall he wears a mid-length navy overcoat most likely designed by Tom Ford. This is a classic staple of any man's wardrobe and a welcome addition to the Bond cannon of clothes.

Boss Black Stratus Overcoat $452.00

J. Crew Mayfair topcoat in wool navy $358.00

Skyfall press-release Dress Shirt

2011-11-17T17:08:00.001-08:00

Though this outfit is probably not going to featured in 2012's Skyfall, it has gathered much attention for being the newest suit ensemble designed by Tom Ford for Daniel Craig and James Bond. The light blueish-grey colored shirt really emphasizes the serious and perhaps darker side of James Bond, and also a great piece to get your hands on this winter.

IKE BY IKE BEHAR Long-Sleeved Dress Shirt $44.99

Goldeneye Double Breasted Navy Blazer

2011-10-30T10:36:00.000-07:00

Orvis Hopsack Double-Breasted Blazer $219

LALD Chesterfield

2011-10-23T08:20:00.000-07:00

Rugby Chesterfield Overcoat $428.00

BLACK BROWN 1826 Wool/Cashmere Chesterfield Topcoat $297.00

TND Hamburg Brown Camel Overcoat

2011-10-21T09:21:00.000-07:00

So you fly into Hamburg to pick up your BMW from Q, how do you stay warm? Check out Pierce Brosnan's Camel hair coat, it's sleek, soft, and a classic for any man's wardrobe. Here is one fashion-forward pick:

closed Edgewood coat $524.00

Casino Royale Bahamas White Valet Shirt

2011-10-17T07:00:00.000-07:00

The quite light and practical shirt for warm, tropical weather. Though you might be mistaken for an Ocean Club valet, only us Bond fans know that is a good thing. For now there is a great option on sale if you're an XL or 46 chest:

Brooks Brothers Black Fleece Short-Sleeve Pique Military Camp Shirt $75.00

Goldfinger Peak Lapel White Dinner Jacket

2011-10-15T07:00:00.000-07:00

The White Dinner jacket is synonymous with Bond, James Bond. It first appears in the teaser of Goldfinger, when he removes him black undercover clothes to appear chic at a local club. Though many style gurus warn against wearing this ensemble because you might be mistaken for a waiter, a crisp white dinner jacket really helps you stand out from the rest of the penguins out there.

frieschskys, a highly recommended seller on ebay has a few Oxxford ones:

New OXXFORD 1220 P1 Tux Dinner Coat Jacket $446.45

Other than the above most white peak-lapel tuxedo jackets found are either awful rentals or bespoke. But I'll be on the lookout.

DAD Ice Palace Turtleneck

2011-10-11T07:00:00.000-07:00

Though idea of luxurious turtleneck seems to be an oxymoron at times, I assure you the original Ballantyne Cashmere Sweater is one of the finest made. For most of us shelling out $500 or more for a sweater isn't very practical. But hey, you can still get nice and cozy in these turtlenecks:

Lands End Canvas Men's Cotton Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater $ 59.50

Harrison black cashmere turtleneck sweater $89.99

BLACK BROWN 1826 Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater $187.50

Dr. No Blue Trousers

2011-10-06T18:26:00.000-07:00

KARL BITTMANN Casual pants $ 110.00

Dockers Men's Soft Khaki D1 Slim Fit Flat Front $31.50

TND Leather Jacket

2011-10-05T18:39:00.000-07:00

In one of the most memorable teasers of James Bond's career, he destroys a terrorist arms bazaar and escapes with a pair of Soviet nuclear torpedoes mounted on an L-39 Albatros. His leather bomber jacket with four front pockets is as iconic as his new Walther P99. Here are some versions you can pick up, some for less that $2000. One affordable:

Eddie Bauer Four-Pocket Leather Jacket $299.99

An investment:

J. Crew Belstaff® Brad jacket $1,395.00

For Your Eyes Only Blue Ski Jacket

2011-10-02T08:29:00.000-07:00

A classic blue ski jacket, the uniform of 007 in For Your Eyes Only at the ski resort where he meets Kristatos, his soon to be enemy. It's the top layer, the only piece that keeps out most of the cold and ice. Keep yours simple, blue, and versatile. Affordable:

Hurley 'Covert Shredder' Jacket $89.00

Last Mission 5K Insulated Jacket $130.00

...and an investment:

Brooks Brothers Country Club ProSport™ Ski Jacket $598.00

Casino Royale Grey Hospital Sweater

2011-10-01T08:48:00.000-07:00

Recovery can be a pain, but 007 sure knows how to dress comfortably during the healing process. Under his robe, we sports a grey knit v-neck, the kind you throw on when you have a chill or want to go rake the leaves. One you know looks perfect on it's own, or adds some texture to your otherwise flat ensemble. And get some soup.

Boden Chunky V-neck $114.00

Ben Sherman Cable Front V-Neck Knitted Sweater $122.22

Goldfinger Wine colored golf sweater

2011-09-25T08:50:00.000-07:00

The highly disputed Golf sweater was actually wine or maroon colored, not black as originally thought. The original was a Slazenger brand sweater, similar to the brand of golf balls Goldfinger puts with. This make is now almost impossible to find even with your eye fixed on ebay. So here are some options for the not so vintage friendly.

Here's one new take straight from Savile Row!

E Tautz for oki-ni Exclusive Geelong Wool Fox Sweater £295.00

And others from around the web:

Williams Cashmere Men'S V Neck Sweater $190.00

Turnbury Merino Wool V-Neck Sweater $59.50

CALVIN KLEIN Long Sleeve V-Neck Sweater $79.50

OHMSS Orange Turtleneck

2011-09-24T20:45:00.000-07:00

One of Lazenby's more memorable looks, sans skis, was his orange turtleneck and the light tan leisure suit. He sports it when meeting his future father in law for the first time, Marc-Ange Draco. He looks clean, casual, ready for any situation he comes to. The Orange turtleneck is a '60s Bond staple.
In my research I found it was hard to find a simple, orange, turtleneck. Many of the turtlenecks out there are drab, boring, black or grey, nothing in bright shades, at least for men. But there were two offerings I found rather distinct.

One affordable...

Jos. A. Bank Signature Merino Wool Mock Sweater $59.99

...and one investment:

Brooks Brothers Cashmere Turtleneck $368.00 or Now: 2 for $499

QOS Military Overcoat

2011-09-22T19:50:00.000-07:00

The military inspired overcoat worn by 007 in Quantum of Solace's ending is as unique and dashing as the agent wearing it. The piece features a double breasted style button configuration similar to a longer version of a pea-coat. Here are some options under $2000: Some of these are available using the personal shopping site: http://www.suddenlee.com.

MEN (+J)Cashmere Blended Wool Double Breasted Coat(069785) MEN (+J)Cashmere Blended Wool Double Breasted Coat (069785) $349.90

Zara WOOLLEN THREE QUARTER LENGTH COAT WITH NYLON 169.00 USD

Marc New York Coat, Trent Wool Twill Double Breasted Top Coat Reg. $299.99

The Living Daylights Navy Longsleeved Polo

2011-09-20T08:18:00.000-07:00

A long sleeved versatile polo, something to wear undercover in Afghanistan while Bond tries to unveil the opportunistic plans of Whitaker and Koskov. Dalton in his polo is the very definition of dashing in this scene, perhaps you can be too.

Sunspel Long Sleeve Jersey Polo Shirt $118

j. crew Tall broken-in long-sleeve pocket polo $37.50

5.11 Professional Polo, Long Sleeve 42056 $39.99

Dr. No Polo

2011-09-19T15:15:00.000-07:00

A classic look, a polo, your hair slicked, and all the girls and danger a secret agent can muster. So why this polo? It has a perfect fit, the bright blue hue that will belong on the beach, the boardwalk, even to the center of downtown. There are many polos out there, here are some that will play to your dangerous side.

KENT WANG Polo light blue $65.00

Brooks Brothers Garment-Dyed Pique Polo $24.75

J. Crew Lightweight slub polo $24.99

Casino Royale Bathroom Fight Boots

2011-09-18T15:23:00.000-07:00

Though I am showing the whole outfit from Daniel Craig's debut as Britain's finest secret agent, I will focus this post on his footwear. In particular, the suede chukkas he dons while beating the living hell out of Dryden's contact in what is known by the fans as "the bathroom fight scene". The originals are believed to be John Lobb Romsey boots but they've never been officially identified. Chukkas have gained popularity in the past 10 years, being focused on more and more by style magazines as well as many fashion brands. Now more than ever, you can find a pair in any price range. Lucky for you, Bond sports a similar pair in Quantum of Solace, so get one pair for two looks!

Shipton and Heneage PERTH BROWN SUEDE BOOT Our Price $295.00

Wolverine Men's Beck Boot $113.88

ASOS Lace Up Desert Boots $82.33

Ted Baker Masou SKU #7902293 $80.85

Never Say Never Again Black IP wristwatch

2011-09-17T13:08:00.000-07:00

Black plated watches have become a fad in the past couple of years, from gigantic 50mm U-Boats to custom Rolex's adorned by the likes of Daniel Craig himself. But it surprised me when I found one on the arm of Sean Connery's James Bond in the Thunderball remake: Never Say Never Again. In this scene 007 cuts his chains with his Q equipped wristwatch, which has a simple non-numeric dial and very unique 5 row bracelet. It is believed that the watch in the film was a Porsche Designed timepiece from the 1980s. But this model is long discontinued, thought you might find a few on ebay, sometimes fetching prices over $2,000. These models embrace look of this watch while updating it's classic features:

Skagen Men's 801XLTBXB Sports Titanium Links in Black Watch

Nixon Cannon Watch - Men's All Black $125.00

Casino Royale Managascar Shirt

2011-09-16T17:54:00.000-07:00

This is one of the more celebrated yet rare occurrences in Bond's wardrobe that allows us men to be causal while still be on the cutting edge of fashion. So I know a few sites do offer perfect replica's of this shirt, and I think that's great, but for those who would like to add their own variation to their bond wardrobe, check out these alternatives:

old navy Men's Hawaiian-Print Shirts $7.99

Tommy Bahama 'Foreverglades' Campshirt $54.90

The World is Not Enough Monk Straps

2011-09-15T21:43:00.000-07:00

Not only a stylish option for any well-dressed man, but the essential footwear for Pierce Brosnan's Bond in TWINE. Though his were some premium hand-made Church's costing well over $500, we can part with a few less bones for these perfect, more affordable pairs.

Cheaney William (F Average Fit) £245.00

Shipton and Heneage ITCHIN $255.00

Herring Cardiff £99.95

Carte Blanche Burgundy Grenadine Tie

2011-07-09T13:22:00.000-07:00

In the 2011 novel Carte Blanche by Jeffery Deaver, James Bond wears a Burgundy Grenadine Tie, a spin on his usual navy version. Pick out your own and make it a new staple.

Kent Wang Grenadine burgundy tie $75.00 kentwang.com

Sam Hober Burgundy Grenadine Fina Silk Tie #3 $80 samhober.com

Hayter Wine Plain Grenadine Tie ctshirts.co.uk $160

Dr. No illustrated White Slip-On Shoes

2011-07-08T14:07:00.000-07:00

007 is featured in the above Dr. No German Paperback Cover courtesy of http://illustrated007.blogspot.com. This cover shows him wearing white slip-ons with a seersucker suit, quite appropriate for the tropical climate of Jamaica. Here is a modern option for your travels:

Florsheim Men's Oakdale Loafer $54.97 endless.com

Carte Blanche Blue Canali Suit

2011-07-07T15:12:00.000-07:00

In the new James Bond novel, Carte Blanche, by Jeffery Deaver, James Bond wears a Blue Canali suit while in London and visiting the office. You could buy the real thing:

Canali navy virgin wool 2-button suit with flat front pants $1,187.00 bluefly.com

Or perhaps buy a affordable alternative:

O'Connell's Worsted Wool Navy Blue Suit $595.00 shop.oconnellsclothing.com

DANIELE MENS $1295 SUIT BLUE MELANGE PURE 150S WOOL $329.95 stores.ebay.com/The-Wizard-of-Aahs/stores.ebay.com/The-Wizard-of-Aahs/stores.ebay.com/The-Wizard-of-Aahs/

Battle of The Bonds Navy Blue Stripe Tie

2011-05-24T05:23:00.000-07:00

Hugo Boss Woven Silk Tie Diagonal stripes pattern a narrow Italian-crafted tie $95.00 shop.nordstrom.com

TWINE Metal Case

2011-04-10T06:37:00.000-07:00

Need something to carry all that cash? Be sure to check your associates lapel pin before you deliver these beauties.

Executive Aluminum Molded Briefcase $169.95 tuff-cases.com

Zero Halliburton 4" Silver Elite Attache - E4-SI $475 specialtyluggage.com

TZ Case Dry Boxes AN908 Aluminum Briefcase - Silver MODEL: AN-908S $85 opticsplanet.net

Anthony Sinclair Conduit Cut James Bond Suit

2011-03-29T16:07:00.000-07:00

A prime example of a conduit cut Anthony Sinclair suit, who tailored suits for a number of Sean Connery James Bond films. Currently listed on ebay going for GBP 49.99 Approximately US $80.04.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280651358256&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:US:1123#ht_1177wt_1141

Goldfinger Black Derby Lace-Ups

2011-03-20T08:20:00.000-07:00

There is a lot of emphasis put on the 3-piece Goldfinger Grey suit in the world of Bond apparel but not much devoted to the shoes he uses as both footwear and gadget. The pair he adorns in Goldfinger are black lace-ups with a slightly pointed toe.

Cheaney Shoes - Newman £209.95 robinsonsshoes.com

Barker Chesham RRP £150.00 herringshoes.co.uk

vint CYRIL CASTLE-LONDON BLACK BESPOKE TUX SUIT UK 38

2011-03-13T17:06:00.000-07:00

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380324082245&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:US:1123

Cyril Castle, best known as Roger Moore's tailor for The Saint as well as many of his James Bond films, cut a quality suit. Here is a vintage example of his work, a bespoke tuxedo UK 38 for a buy it now of GBP 74.99.

QoS Shawl Collar Tuxedo

2011-03-06T21:41:00.000-08:00

How appropriate, it's the new year and this post concerns the most iconic suit 007 could ever wear, the black tuxedo. So for all of you who rented your tux for prom or for a wedding, you are a BONDFAN! Buy your own tuxedo, wear it with confidence every time, even when you're home alone playing your QoS DVD, it's about time. Here are some shawl collar tuxedos you can't go wrong with:

Duchamp Dress Evening Suit £595.00 duchamplondon.com

Ferrecci Men's Single-button Shawl-collar Tuxedo $87.99 overstock.com

Casino Royale Train Tonal Striped Dress Shirt

2011-02-27T16:45:00.000-08:00

Duchamp Alternating Stripe Shirt Availability: In stock £109.00 duchamplondon.com

QoS Dominic Greene 3 button grey suit

2011-02-07T05:11:00.000-08:00

DANIELE $1175 CHARCOAL GRAY 3BT 150S MENS WOOL $329.95 ebay.com

banana republic Italian wool charcoal three-button suit $355.00 bananarepublic.gap.com

FYEO White Woven Casual Belt

2011-01-31T19:40:00.000-08:00

Ashworth Mens Stretch Woven Belts $29.98 tgw.com

tommy bahama Woven Printed Belt $85.00 tommybahama.com

FYEO Red/Black striped robe

2011-01-31T19:29:00.000-08:00

Stafford - Mens Velour Striped Robe, Black, Red, Grey $35.90 amazon.com

FYEO White turtleneck sweater

2011-01-31T18:58:00.000-08:00

Kombi Combed Cotton Turtleneck - Long Sleeve $13.56 sierratradingpost.com

Jos. A Bank Signature Pima Cotton Turtleneck Sweater $47.70 josbank.com

Trina Turk TURTLENECK $186.00 trinaturk.com

FYEO Beige Double-Breasted Trench-coat

2011-01-31T17:31:00.000-08:00

Bond only has this beige double-breasted trench-coat slung over his shoulder in For Your Eyes Only, which he hangs onto the coat rack next to a hat that we never see Moore wear, or maybe it's M's? Either way it is a quite classic style, military-inspired with epaulettes.

Banana Republic Essential belted trench $250.00 bananarepublic.gap.com

Joseph & Feiss Tan Trench Coat $129.99 menswearhouse.com

Shades of Grey Trench Coat $145.20 6pm.com/

Thunderball Navy Blazer

2011-01-30T16:45:00.001-08:00

A Navy blazer but instead of a naval style gold buttons they are plain brown; very discrete for a spy in town.

Versini Navy Blazer $99.99 menswearhouse.com

Arnold Brant Wool Gabardine Blazer - Fabric by Loro Piana (For Men) $212.46 sierratradingpost.com

j .crew Two-button Ludlow Legacy blazer $365.00 jcrew.com

Thunderball Twill Pants

2011-01-30T16:36:00.000-08:00

What else do you wear to sneak around a clinic at night? Well if you're 007 it's some flat-front twill pants.

Brooks Brothers Hudson Plain-Front Cavalry Twill $44.75 brooksbrothers.com

Also read the article on these at http://bondclothes.blogspot.com/2011/01/long-sleeve-polo-shirt.html

TLD Crewneck wool sweater

2011-01-24T19:35:00.000-08:00

J. Press For Urban Outfitters Shetland Wool Crew-Neck Sweater $78.00

Topman SELF CABLE KNIT CREW $70.00

Moonraker Horse-bit loafers

2011-01-17T19:40:00.000-08:00

(photo from http://bondclothes.blogspot.com/2011/01/roger-moore-and-stuntman.html)

Cole Haan black leather 'Air.Aiden' horsebit loafers $95.20

Mezlan Men's Dempster Slip On $244.95

OHMSS Beige Cardigan

2011-01-16T07:27:00.000-08:00

(photo from http://bondclothes.blogspot.com/2011/01/bonds-cardigan.html)

American Apparel RSAKWCD Knit Cardigan $74.00

Yoox ROBERTO COLLINA Cardigan $ 128.00

Travel Smith Men's Merino-Blend Button Cardigan $59.00

5 Golden Globes-Ready Tuxedo Upgrades... from James Bond

2011-01-15T09:45:00.000-08:00

http://www.esquire.com/blogs/mens-fashion/james-bond-tuxedo-style

Diamonds Are Forever Novel Brown Suit

2011-01-02T15:27:00.000-08:00

Daniele Brown Birds Eye Suit $329.95

Michael by Michael Kors Suit, Brown Stripe $199.99

Casino Royal Rene Mathis Chocolate Brown Scarf

2011-01-02T11:49:00.000-08:00

John W. Nordstrom® Cashmere Scarf $89.50

Kenneth Cole New York Reversible Fine Merino Scarf $88.00

Casino Royale Rene Mathis Brown Tie

2011-01-02T11:40:00.000-08:00

Brooks Brothers Flower Lattice Tie $45.00

QoS Rene Mathis's light blue sweater

2011-01-02T11:08:00.000-08:00

Banana Republic Silk/cotton/cashmere classic crewneck sweater $69.50

QoS button collar Harrington Jacket

2010-12-28T19:24:00.000-08:00

The rugged, beat-em-up, motorcycle inspired jacket worn in the action finale of Quantum of Solace has inspired many to take it upon themselves to search out their own. It was at the forefront of all the Quantum of Solace media ads and became the most talked about jacket of 2008. Now you can get your version:

Joseph Abboud navy cotton zip front barracuda jacket $101.15 bluefly.com

TMWTGG White Tropical Suit

2010-12-26T22:07:00.000-08:00

indochinio The Carraway Suit, $399 indochino.com

Jos. A. Bank Stays Cool 2-Button Seersucker Suit $158.00 josbank.com

NEW ANGELO $495 SNOW WHITE TONE STRIPE 2BT MEN SUIT $130.00 http://stores.ebay.com/The-Wizard-of-Aahs/

DAF 2-eyelet Derby Shoes

2010-12-12T17:25:00.000-08:00

(photo from http://bondclothes.blogspot.com/2010/12/solid-black-suit.html)

BEN SHERMAN DECON DERBY SHOE $130.00 us.topman.com

Ted Baker Men's Hake Slim Lace-Up Derby $155.00 endless.com

charles tyrwhitt black label derby shoe $200 ctshirts.co.uk/

Sean Connery in Dr. No: The Template For 007

2010-12-12T17:02:00.000-08:00

Check out this article on Clothes On Film about Sean Connery's template for James Bond

http://clothesonfilm.com/sean-connery-in-dr-no-the-template-for-007/17788/

007 rings

2010-11-17T15:44:00.001-08:00

My girlfriend came across these on Etsy today and I knew my fellow bond geeks would want to know.

007 Gun Stainless Steel Ring $13.50 USD

007 Gun Black Stainless Steel Ring $16.50 USD

http://www.etsy.com/shop/joekc27?section_id=7014024

QOS Shawl Collar Cardigan

2010-11-14T08:45:00.000-08:00

The ideal cardigan isn't hefty or too light. It keeps you warm but itsn't too stuffy when you're indoors. Take for instance 007's shawl collar cardigan from Quantum of Solace. He isn't exactly fighting a blizzard when buttoning up with delightful throwback to McQueen. It's the perfect grab and go piece for when it might be a little chilly or if you aren't quite sure what you might face outdoors. It's grandpa chic, something you should embrace as you age.

Cullen black cotton-merino shawl collar cardigan $89.99 bluefly.com/

Qbe YOOX Collection: Fall-Winter Cardigan Heavy-weight knit $79.00 yoox.com

J. Crew Rustic shawl-collar cardigan $88.00 jcrew.com

Solid Aspen Knitted Cardigan £25.00 reemclothing.com

D.S. Dundee Valsgarth Shawl Cardigan - Rich Navy £239 dsdundee.com

Thunderball Felix Leiter's Red Cap

2010-11-08T05:08:00.000-08:00

Hey, you got to keep the sun out of your eyes somehow. Plus the baseball cap just screams American to the audience, which Felix certainly is.

Sandwich Visor Baseball Cap- Red/ White by blank apparel $5.99 amazon.com

Brushed Cap-Red W36S58C by Magic $6.99 amazon.com

My new Tumblr

2010-11-07T08:06:00.000-08:00

Hello fellow Bond aficionados. I started a new tumblr and wanted to give you all a heads up. It's mostly fashion-oriented and not much Bond material but if you appreciate the finer things in life as Bond does, you might enjoy it.

http://ryanpbaker-design.tumblr.com/

Octopussy Beige Jacket

2010-10-31T06:57:00.000-07:00

A casual jacket with enough pockets for all your gadgets while still blending into a crowd at a circus, it's an obvious choice for fall.

Gap Canvas jacket chino cedar $89.50 gap.com

TMWtGG Grey Windowpane Blazer

2010-10-16T13:44:00.000-07:00

Thomas Pink Navy and Cream Drake Cotton Men's Jacket £350.00 thomaspink.com

Single-Breasted 2 Button Non-vented Notch Lapel Wool Groom Wear/ Tuxedo/ Men's Suit Jacket and Pants(PMBZXZ0030) $199.99 lightinthebox.com

Zara check blazer with velveton elbow patches 69.99 GBP zara.com

TWEED HACKING JACKET Fife £229.99 tweed-jacket.com

Moonraker Hunting Sport Coat

2010-10-16T13:23:00.000-07:00

Bond and guns? What's more appropriate? So we all remember the pheasant hunting/skeet shooting scene in Moonraker, mainly because of the aftermath, the dogs hunt of Corinne Dufour. Bond sports a Hunting Sport Coat with elbow patches, very east coat professor, or very dashing, you decide.

An alternative to the old stodgy hunting sportcoat is this one by Orivs. Murphy's Pub Jacket for $245.00 http://www.orvis.com

BOOKSTER ORIGINAL MENS TWEED SHOOTING JACKET £274.99 tweed-jacket.com

Goldfinger Black and Brown silk knit tie

2010-10-03T10:39:00.000-07:00

A tie that keeps up with 007's adventures all the way through Goldfinger, from Switzerland to Kentucky. These Men's fashion staples have gained mass appeal in the past couple of years, but for Bond, its a versatile tie for any occasion that may present itself. Here are the black ones:

Thomas Pink Solid Knitted Men's Tie $100.00 thomaspink.com

Daniel Cremieux "Susy" Solid Tie $49.50 dillards.com

J. Crew Solid skinny knit tie $49.50 jcrew.com

Land's End Canvas Men's Solid Knit Necktie $39.50 canvas.landsend.com

...and a brown one

Ralph Lauren Narrow Crochet Brown Knit Tie $69.00 ralphlauren.com

Casino Royale Navy Peacoat

2010-10-03T10:33:00.000-07:00

The classic men's winter coat, a nautical nod to Bond's former master, the British Navy. Every man, even Bond, should own one, and make it Navy.

National Geographic Wool U.S. Navy Peacoat $139.95 shop.nationalgeographic.com

Spiewak Dugan Peacoat 09 $109.00 zappos.com

APRIL77 Shipwreck Peacoat $159.00 ssense.com

Land's End Canvas Men's Wool Pea Coat $ 170.00 canvas.landsend.com

Casino Royale Patent Leather Dress Shoes

2010-10-03T09:41:00.000-07:00

The dress shoe for all your formal needs, the patent leather shoe is as much a part of the image of bond as the tuxedo. You can buy any tuxedo you want, from $100 to well over $2000 but if your shoes don't shine, you will look incomplete. With these pairs, you will be in Bond's shoes.

Allen-Edmonds Hyde Park black patenet $329.00 zappos.com

Joseph A. Bank Jazz Lace Up Shoe $109.99 josbank.com

Zara PATENT LEATHER FASHION BROGUE 59.99 GBP GBP zara.com

Casino Royale Prague Cardigan

2010-10-03T09:36:00.000-07:00

Victorinox L/S Zip Cardigan $103.50 zappos.com

Wrangler Black knitted zip through cardigan £44.00 debenhams.com

Zara RIBBED CARDIGAN 25.99 GBP GBP zara.com

Quantum of Solace Brown Suede Boots

2010-10-02T09:49:00.000-07:00

Though similar to the pair Bond dons in the pre-title sequence bathroom fight of Casino Royale, this pair stands out as a dark chocolaty brown rendition which 007 wears in Haiti, at Mathis's villa, and at the Eco-Hotel. How much more versatile can a Bond shoe be?

Tim Little Just My Kind £182.00 timlittle.com

ASOS Suede Desert Boots £45.00 asos.com

Octopussy Peak Lapel Navy Suit

2010-09-25T17:56:00.000-07:00

DANIELE MENS SUIT $1195 2BT~PEAK LAPEL NAVY BLUE $289.95 http://stores.ebay.com/The-Wizard-of-Aahs

Goldeneye Wii Black Zip Jacket

2010-09-25T17:35:00.000-07:00

Guess Nylon Moto Jacket $98.00 shop.guess.com

Eddie Bauer 365 Alpine Soft Shell Jacket $99 eddiebauer.com

Black Rivet Front Zip Jacket # $79.00 shop.nordstrom.com

SWLM Light Brown Suit

2010-09-18T18:20:00.000-07:00

Jos. A. Bank Signature Tobacco 2-Button Wool Suit $397.50 josbank.com

Luca Bertoni Men's Light Brown Wool Suit $159.99 overstock.com

SWLM Wide-Stripe Brown Dress Shirt

2010-09-18T18:11:00.000-07:00

Robert Talbott Brown Satin Stripe Dress Shirt $99.00 nowellsonline.com

SWLM Khaki Blazer

2010-09-18T17:57:00.001-07:00

PATRIZIA PEPE Blazer $95.00 yoox.com

James Bond's Rolex Submariner

2010-09-17T21:06:00.000-07:00

Now I know you aren't going to go out and buy a Rolex Submariner on a whim because James Bond wore many of them in his movies from the 1960s through 1980s. For many a $5000 watch isn't practical, especially since hardly anyone seems to wear them anymore, unless it's digital.
We all aspire to own one of these beauties, a sign of good fortune and that you've finally made it. James Bond didn't see a Rolex has the status symbol we see it as today, he used his Rolex as an instrument, an necessity for his missions.
Since the dive watch boom of the 2000s, it's become more popular to sport one in any setting, including the office, which makes it even more practical to pick yourself up a beautiful but affordable watch for the 007 in all of us. Here are my picks:

Debaufre Ocean-1 Classic $465.00 store.debaufre.com

Orient Men's Automatic Diver Stainless Steel Watch #2ER00001B $135.00 amazon.com

Alpha Submariner $64.99 ebay.com

Ollech and Wajs Cobra $440 gnomonwatches.com

Wenger Alpine Dive Men's Watch $125.99 overstock.com

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Automatic (Pre-Order for Early November) £340.00 christopherward.co.uk

And don't forget your REAL James Bond NATO strap. The actual one used in Goldfinger was multi-colored, not grey and black as many believe. You can buy this one exclusively at corvus. http://corvuswatch.com

Moonraker Black Peak Lapel Double-Breasted Suit

2010-09-11T08:04:00.000-07:00

So it's a little strange to me if Roger Moore's James Bond wears one double-breasted tuxedo in Rio then the next scene he is wearing another double-breasted black suit during the day. Do we assume he is just wearing his tuxedo casual-style with popped collar and no tie? Maybe the producers didn't think Moore wore the tux long enough in the last scene to warrant him changing clothes. I kinda assume he would return to his hotel with Manuela after their encounter with Jaws and change wardrobe the next day. Either way I'm going to post some black double-breasted suits that ooze elegance, while also not being a tuxedo. After all most civilized gentlemen know it's a crime to wear a tuxedo when the sun is out.

Mantoni Black or Navy Double Breasted Suit Super 150's, $238.99 ahfashion.com

Daniele DB Peak Lapel Suit $299.95 ebay.com

Perry Ellis Solid Black City Fit Double Breasted Suit Jacket $175.00 perryellis.com

Moonraker Khaki Dress Shirt

2010-09-11T07:50:00.000-07:00

Arrow Fitted Satin-Checked Point Collar Dress Shirt $38.00 kohls.com

Van Heusen Oxford Mens Long Sleeve Dress Twill Dress Shirt 13V521 $29.95 buy.com

Isaia Spread Collar Dress Shirt - Cotton, Long Sleeve (For Men) $199.95 sierratradingpost.com

TSWLM Red Knit Cap

2010-09-11T07:28:00.000-07:00

SLEEP Red Hat $32.00 yoox.com

UO Watch red Cap $10.00 urbanoutfitters.com

Kashmere burgundy and black reversible cashmere knit hat $48.00 bluefly.com

Moonraker Red/Navy Stripe Tie

2010-09-11T07:23:00.000-07:00

Thom Browne Stripe Tie $185.00 barneys.com

Moonraker M's Office Navy Mult-Stripe Suit

2010-09-11T07:08:00.000-07:00

Calvin Klein Suit, Navy Stripe BODY Slim Fit $279.99 macys.com

Alfani Suit, Navy Stripe $179.99 macys.com

Indochino Navy Blue Pinstripe Three Piece Suit $429 indochino.com

Goldeneye Moleskin Pants

2010-09-05T12:16:00.000-07:00

There is nothing so luxurious in trousers as moleskin. It's like wearing a pair of jeans that were form fitted for you and softer than any leather jacket you own. For his outing in his Aston Martin DB5 to Monte Carlo Bond wears a pair of these khaki moleskin pants, a perfect paring with his deep navy sweater. Find yours and you might feel like a nice Sunday drive, be it in Monaco or Ohio.

GANT JEANS Moleskin pants $89.00 yoox.com

Lambourne Stretch Moleskin Pants - Flat Front $99.95 sierratradingpost.com

Orvis Original "Ratcatcher" Moleskin Pants $98 orvis.com

P26 SLIM FIT PANT COTTON MOLESKIN $139.00 dunderdon.com

LALD Peak Lapel Grey Suit

2010-09-04T10:20:00.000-07:00

Jones New York Gray Peak Lapel Suit $449.99 menswearhouse.com

Gino Valentino Peak Lapel Ticket Pocket Suit $129.00 amazon.com

Charles Tyrwhitt Grey Black Label Suit $485.00 ctshirts.com

LALD Wide Casual Black Belt

2010-09-04T10:05:00.000-07:00

Naked & Famous Denim 7mm Thick Belt in Black $96.00 revolveclothing.com

banana republic Wide leather belt $49.00 bananarepublic.gap.com

LALD Brown Circle Pattern Tie

2010-09-04T09:54:00.000-07:00

Luxury Brown Silk tie with Brown Circle Pattern £24.99 leadenhalluk.com

Moonraker Cream Turtleneck

2010-09-04T09:37:00.000-07:00

Land's End Men's Regular 100% Cotton Turtleneck $19.50 landsend.com

Cabela's Mountain Ridge Turtleneck - Regular $19.99 cabelas.com

Terramar Silk Interlock Turtleneck with EC2 - Long Sleeve (For Men) $28.95 sierratradingpost.com

Blood Stone Gray V-Neck sweater

2010-08-29T12:55:00.000-07:00

In the new video game, Blood Stone, Daniel Craig pulls on a nice gray v-neck sweater over a white collar dress shirt while visiting Istanbul. A clean and dressy look for the more casual atmosphere.

Express MERINO V-NECK SWEATER $59.90 express.com

LORD & TAYLOR BLACK BROWN 1826 Supima Cotton V-Neck Sweater $40.80

ASOS Merino V Neck Jumper $43.81 asos.com

TLDL Army Green Fatigue Jacket

2010-08-28T08:35:00.000-07:00

A military inspired jacket that looks as much at home in the streets of downtown as the deserts of Afghanistan.

Eddie Bauer Washed Military Jacket $129 eddiebauer.com

Asos 55DSL JBravo Military Jacket $70.77 asos.com

All-Son Basin Military Jacket $58.00 urbanoutfitters.com

TLDL Clasp Buckle Belt

2010-08-28T08:03:00.000-07:00

Dunhill D-pin Gold Reversable Leather Belt $170.00 cupojoes.com

Tommy Bahama Men's Bridle Leather Belt $88 tommybahama.com

Goldfinger Red Rosebud Silk Boutonniere

2010-08-28T07:50:00.000-07:00

So I know using a silk Boutonniere is kinda tacky, but in a pinch you might need one that wont wilt and die in a few hours.

Red Rosebud Silk Boutonniere $6.99 debbiecoflowers.com

Casino Royale Miami Leather Jacket

2010-08-26T16:19:00.000-07:00

7 for All Mankind concrete leather pocket front zip jacket $317.89 bluefly.com

Superdry Brad Leather Jacket $328.40 asos.com

Cole Haan brown lambskin multi pocket jacket $357.99 bluefly.com

and the big investment:

J. Crew Turner jacket $1,100.00 jcrew.com

DAD Double Breasted Topcoat

2010-08-22T14:11:00.000-07:00

Rafael Fully Lined Double Breasted 6 buttonss Men's 70/30 Wool/Viscose Blend Long Topcoat $499 mensusa.com

KCNY Black Topcoat $199.99 menswearhouse.com

DAD Havana Blue Trousers

2010-08-22T14:00:00.000-07:00

BOSS Black "Righ" Linen Pants $65.25 bloomingdales.com

Gavin Pleated Linen Pant $69.99 ralphlauren.com

Bonobos Navy Blue Washed Chinos $88 bonobos.com

OHMSS Yellow Ski Jacket

2010-08-22T12:17:00.000-07:00

Quiksilver Hampus Mosesson Jacket SKU #7443283 $90.00 6pm.com

Relwen bright yellow nylon 'UltraLight Zip' hooded jacket $160.00 bluefly.com

Devil May Care Crocodile Suitcase

2010-08-18T15:28:00.001-07:00

In Devil May Care Bond returns from his sabbatical in Rome carrying a set of crocodile luggage, having apparently retired his pigskin suitcase. These are a quite luxurious and almost blatantly rich choice for a spy in the secret service but when traveling abroad, posing as a wealthy banker, perhaps, one must keep up appearances. Your best bet as an affordable option is probably vintage or faux-croc. You don't want to risk the real thing getting stolen. Try ebay and etsy and you will soon book your trip abroad. His set usually consists of an attache or briefcase and then a suitcase. Mix and match if you like.

Used...

His and hers faux crocodile Samsonite suitcase set $45.00 etsy.com

30s Rare J. E. Fournier Crocodile Luggage Suitcase $799.99 bonanzle.com

...or New

Fontanelli [DNA] Brown Croc-Embossed Leather Briefcase $635.00 forzieri.com

L.A.P.A. [DNA] Men's Front Pocket Croco Stamped Italian Leather Briefcase $698.00 forzieri.com

Devil May Care Reinforced Steel Toed Moccasins

2010-08-18T15:16:00.000-07:00

In Devil May Care Bond has seemingly upgraded from his regular Black leather moccasins to ones featuring a reinforced Steel toe. Though these pairs are usually constructed for safety in construction and other dangerous jobs, the toe is mostly to add an extra kick to his movements in a fight. Ouch.

K00507 - Hush Puppies® Professionals Static Dissipating Steel Toe Dress Oxford $139.00 hytest.com

Devil May Care Charcoal Trousers

2010-08-18T15:03:00.000-07:00

In the novel Devil May Care Bond wears a pair of Charcoal trousers when on assignment in Paris. Stylish in cut and color, these pants will take you from shopping in the day to fine dinging at night. Just don't spill your caviar on them.

Volcom Frickin Solid Chino Pant 10 $51.00 zappos.com

Dockers Pants, D4 Relaxed Fit Comfort Khaki Flat Front Reg. $37.99 macys.com

J. Crew Bowery wool in regular fit $98.00 jcrew.com

Blood Stone Moto-Jacket

2010-08-15T16:16:00.000-07:00

This time 007 is outfitted in a slightly different jacket to the QoS Harrington. It has a slimmer collar tab and a more exposed zipper and he wears it open over a grey crewneck t-shirt.

Banana Republic Water resistant short-zip jacket $98.50 bananarepublic.gap.com

Emporio Armani Moiré effect jacket $ 495.00

Colonel Sun Charcoal Grey Mohair Suit

2010-08-15T15:18:00.000-07:00

One of Bonds literary suits, the Charcoal Grey Mohair Suit would conceal razors and saw blades insides the seams and lapels. Though these options wont come standard from your tailor, you might find this combination quite stylish.

Paul Smith London 'The Westbourne' Suit $881.10 my-wardrobe.com

Charles Tyrwhitt Grey Black Label Suit Jacket and Trousers $485.00 ctshirts.com

John Varvatos stone grey wool-mohair 2-button suit $1,077.00 bluefly.com

Calibrate Grey Wool & Mohair Suit $445.00 shop.nordstrom.com

Boden Wool/Mohair Suit Jacket $304.00 bodenusa.com

Goldfinger Ft. Knox Black Tonal Striped Suit

2010-08-15T13:33:00.000-07:00

Brooks Brothers Fitzgerald Mini Stripe 1818 Suit $499.00 brooksbrothers.com

Alfani Suit, Luxury Black Stripe Two Button $224.99 www1.macys.com

TWINE Valentin Zukovsky Cream Double-Breasted Dinner Jacket

2010-08-15T11:42:00.000-07:00

What can I say? Sometimes you feel like a gangster.

White Double Breasted Tuxedo with a Peak Lapel $159.95 finetuxedos.com

Topman WHITE DOUBLE BREASTED JACKET £90.00 topman.com

Maison Martin Margiela 10 Tuxedo Suit £383.00 oki-ni.com

LALD Wicker Case

2010-08-12T20:37:00.000-07:00

Wicker screams summer, picnics, and day-trips to the country. Bond uses a wicker briefcase in Live and Let Die when traveling with Rosie and Quarrel Jr. Be it a picnic basket...

Picnic Time Windsor Picnic Basket, Service for 4 $229.95 amazon.com

Or a vintage piece from Etsy like this one:

VINTAGE LADIES WOVEN WICKER ATTACHE CASE SALE SALE SALE $12.75 etsy.com

TMWTGG Leather-Trim Canvas Suitcase

2010-08-11T17:00:00.000-07:00

Moore & Giles Traveler Waxwear Rangerhoney $690.00

Aspinal of London Navy Canvas with Smooth Cognac Calf Leather $445.00 aspinaloflondon.com

J. Press Attaché Waxed with leather trim $180.00 jpressonline.com

FYEO Ripple Rubber Climbing/Hiking Boots

2010-08-11T15:26:00.001-07:00

To hike the wilderness of the Canadian/Vermont Border 007 needed a pair of boots with a Ripple Rubber sole. These pairs can be had for far less than professional hiking boots but still will keep you on your feet when the elevation rises.

Altama Black Jungle Ripple Boots $49.98 shop.vtarmynavy.com

FYOE Brown Jeans

2010-08-11T15:16:00.000-07:00

In the short story; For Your Eyes Only, Bond wears a pair of Brown jeans to help conceal his presence in the wilderness of Vermont on the edge of Canada. You can just sport them for fashion, if you know which pair to get.

Boden Smart Twill Jeans $68.00 bodenusa.com

Levi's® 510® Super Skinny Fit $39.99 zappos.com/

Polo Ralph Lauren Mochican Brown Classic-Fit Jeans $95.00 dillards.com

FYOE Aluminum Flask

2010-08-11T15:02:00.000-07:00

In the short story FYOE Bond sets out on a mission to assassinate Gonzales the Cuban Hitman and von Hammerstein who murdered the Havelocks. When braving the Vermont wilderness he carries with him a aluminum flask, something nowadays is a pretty trendy and eco-conscious item for the everyday hipster. Bond uses it to carry whiskey to keep himself warm and to treat wounds and you too can add this accessory to add to your Bond arsenal. Just don't get caught with it at the office by the old man.

G.I. Style Aluminum Canteen by Rothco $7.88 amazon.com

French Aluminum Canteen $9.99 budk.com

QoS Bolivia Brown Suit

2010-08-08T18:27:00.000-07:00

Only Bond could make Brown seem modern in a fashion world of black and grey.

Calvin Klein Men's Slim Fit 2-button Brown Wool Suit $189.99 overstock.com

Lambretta Brown Fine Stripe Slim Fit Suit £179 burton.co.uk