It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere! Join Norton Ditto, West Alabama, for a day filled with food and fashion, Saturday, May 19th. Enjoy margaritas, nachos and other eats & treats, while saving 20% on sportswear from Southern Tide, Jet Lag, Peter Millar and Nat Nast. Free gift with purchase on all Tommy Bahama, Southern Tide and Nat Nast merchandise. Don’t miss your chance to win a pair of Olukai sandals or a Southern Tide Shirt in our in-store drawing!

The Sand Trunk Show, Saturday, May 19th from 10:30AM – 7:30PM at Norton Ditto, Woodlands. Sand rep Rian Gardiner will be on hand showing the exclusive Father’s Day collection. We also have a huge selection of new sport coats, sports shirts, jeans and 5-pocket non-denim from the line. Don’t miss your chance to win a FREE pair of Sand jeans or a FREE Sand shirt in our in-store drawing. Make plans to join us!

This Friday and Saturday, May 18 & 19, Norton Ditto, West Alabama, will be hosting a Summer Trunk Show event. Save 20% off all clothing special orders from Hickey Freeman, H. Freeman & Son, Oxxford Clothes, and Ravazzolo. In addition, buy 5 Individualized Custom Shirts and get the 6th free!

Bogosse is a premier, designer dress shirt and men’s wear brand headquartered in Miami. Bogosse has created an imprint in the world of men’s fashion by influencing trends in men’s shirtings. The Bogosse dress shirt combines regal classical elements against modern interpretations delivering nothing short of a luxurious dress shirt. Their patented buttons are square, and the button wholes on the placket and cuff are stitched on the bias. Cuffs integrate signature leather and sterling silver hardware closures. Their collars are strong and vary in spread and height, while the stitching is pronounced, colorful and playful. Join us at our Woodlands location this Saturday, May 12 for an exclusive Bogosse Trunk Show.

Don’t forget, Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 13. Up your game when taking Mom out for her special day. Look your very best and make Mom proud. Light bright colors in sport coats, sport shirts and even ties are the season must haves. A well fitting sport coat is a great addition to your wardrobe because of it’s versatility and go anywhere in style capability. Wow Mom by dressing better then you have to!

Wearing a t-shirt and jeans with a blazer is probably the easiest way to take an outfit from ordinary to trendy. While a plain white t-shirt is the simplest way to go about this look, don’t be afraid of color. It’s all about color this season. Different color tees with different patterns can work just as well. Make sure that the t-shirt fits well. It shouldn’t be too tight, but it must fit the body, if it is to big it looks sloppy. Left Coast Tee’s are an affordable luxury t-shirt that is as fashionable under a suit, blazer or sport coat as it would be with outerwear or sportswear. The t-shirts’ quality and finish as well as their sophisticated color palette allow you to wear them with your entire wardrobe – whether at the office or casually around town. The enhanced value and flexibility that these t-shirts can add to your wardrobe is tremendous.

The pinstripe suit has evolved from the uptight “banker” connotation; to the suit you wear when you want to exert a little more influence at the office. Better known as the “power suit”, the pinstripe is no longer for “office use only”. For an elegant look, wear it with a contrast collar, French cuffs and cuff links. If you prefer a more modern take, try wearing a spread collar with thickly knotted tie. By wearing a tie that plays off of the stripe, you create a more cohesive sophisticated look.

What is the difference between a blazer and a sports coat? Did you know there is a difference? A blazer is always a solid color, usually black or navy and is constructed much like a suit coat. A sport coat always has some type of pattern, whether it be stripes, checks, or herringbone and can have a softer shoulder then a suit coat or blazer. A sports coat does not require a tie and can be layered with other pieces like a sweater or sweater vest. A sports coat can define it’s own sense of style and can set the tone for men’s clothing at it’s best.

Fashion tip for today. A tie is only boring if it’s not fantastic. The tie has not lost its glory, but is now more powerful than ever with bold colors, solids, stripes, patterns, paisley…Don’t be afraid to tie one on! Every body expects a tie with a suit, but add a tie to a blazer, dress shirt and pair of jeans for a totally awesome look. Wait, that’s not all …don’t forget the pocket square!! Another tip…the tie and pocket square do not have to match, just have the same colors in both.

HOUSTON—Norton Ditto, the Houston better men’s specialty store, hosted a reception for soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan last week. The event was part of the launch of Operation Suits for Soliders, a non-profit founded by Norton Ditton owner Dick Hite, local businessman and Ret. Major, U.S. Army Steve Raben and Major Tyson Voelkel, Active Duty, U.S. Army.
The charity will give business attire, a employment training and other job services to soldiers in the Houston area. According to Hite, one of the first people to donate clothing was former President George H.W. Bush, who gave a gently worn blazer. Norton Ditton is offering gift certificates to customers who donate clothing through March 31.
Operation Suits for Soldiers was started in February and has collected more than 200 suits and sport coats, along with $12,000 for its efforts. Forty-five soldiers have already been assisted with job searches. Norton Ditto has also pledged to give free tailoring.
“I had read in the paper that recent Iraq and Afghanistan veterans were having trouble finding jobs in Houston,” said Hite, “So I decided that Norton Ditto should ‘take the bull by the horns’ and step up to help these heroes. A key factor that makes Houston stand out is our private sector’s willingness to lend a hand. We are proud that Norton Ditto has supported this philosophy for the last 104 years and is serving an unmet need with our partners in Operation Suits for Soldiers.”
Co-founder Major Tyson Voelkel added, “Today’s veterans have higher levels of education and more employable skills than ever before. Government programs do what they can, but help is required in providing the free, immediately accessible job search services that Operation Suits for Soldiers, in partnership with other veteran service minded organizations in the area, makes possible.”
For more information on making donations visit operationsuitsforsoldiers.com or call 713-688-9800.

Just when you think you look your very best, the woman of your dreams gives you the once over. She starts at the top of your head and scans all the way to your feet. Wait! What? You have on white sneakers, and they are not even the cool ones. What are you thinking! Invest in a great casual fashion shoe. Think updated colors, textures, two toned…think out of the box! Hey, there is more to style on Saturdays and Sundays than sneakers! Shown is Michael Toschi Mach Driving Shoe in red.

Your chance to win a Robert Graham Shirt or pair of Jeans, and to preview the 2012 Robert Graham Spring/Summer Collection at Norton Ditto – Woodlands. Don’t miss this exclusive trunk show or chance to win.