B.W. COOK -- The Look

Coordinated and classic men’s wear has been brought back to life by

the popularity of television host Regis Philbin. “Who Wants To Be A

Millionaire?” has not only made many contestants wealthier, but it has

helped line the pockets of numerous manufacturers of men’s shirts and

ties, bringing back a crisp, tailored and color-coordinated look for the

male gender.

One such company is Van Heusen, which sells at Macy’s and Nordstrom in

South Coast Plaza, Robinsons-May and Bloomingdale’s at Fashion Island,

and selected men’s boutiques.

The designers at this established label have been making quality men’s

wear at moderate prices for decades. The Look features a sampling of

men’s shirts for casual wear, office attire and an evening out. All have

a suggested retail price of $34.

CUTLINES

1. Van Heusen’s classic American Khakis collection features this

jean-blue plaid on khaki, which pairs perfectly with denim. The

button-down, cotton shirt can be layered with a T-shirt or neatly tucked

for casual office attire.

2. Ivy League is revisited and updated with this classic oxford shirt

smartly striped in a soft blue. On-the-horizon colors include yellow,

green and red stripes, zingy regimentals that take traditional a step

forward.

3. This cotton shirt in khaki-based cranberry and red plaid is perfect

for getting away at the pier. This traditional sport shirt is great

layered, equally good worn in with a blazer at the office, virtual or

not.

4. Van Heusen offers this classic poplin-with-pop. The traditional

fabric gets a fresh start with an array of tropical summer colors --

sundew, sandstone, celadon, mauve and a bevy of blues.

5. Van Heusen shows its “sunny disposition” for summer. Lighter colors

are captivating -- sun-bleached and balmy peach, purple haze, English

blue, amber, green and rose. Styling is classic, back to the traditional

button-down collars and pinpoint oxford fabrics. Preppy with panache.