Celebrating the Aala Reed Gentleman!

Throughout the past eight years, Aala Reed has been privileged to dress Milwaukee's most stylish men. Therefore we are committed to paying tribute to ALL of you in our "Gentleman's Manner," allowing each of you to share your words of fashion wisdom with your fellow gents.

We've eased the pressure (similar to the inescapable question posed by your high school trig teacher, "Who wants to go first?") by presenting to you our first tribute.

• NAME: Stew Brase
• OCCUPATION: Business Development Exec, E&Y
• ABODE: East Side
• MOVIE: Raiders of the Lost Arc
• RIDE: Volvo S60
• COCKTAIL: Vesper
• MUSICIAN: The Boss
• JUNK FOOD: M&M's

1. How would you describe your style? Traditionalist, slightly conservative with a fun splash of color thrown in via socks or ties. Three-button jackets in tweed or flannel.
2. Are you willing to spend more on a unique item? Yes! I tend to choose custom suits and shirts believing there is value in the extra cost.
3. What's your favorite go-to piece? I love a good fedora. My tweed and corduroy sport coats are perfect with jeans or khakis.
4. Who is your favorite fashion icon? I like Ralph Lauren, and model my dress after some of his styles.
5. Why do you like shopping at Aala Reed? Aala Reed carries great casual shirts with fun colors and patterns. Their collection of ties and pocket squares are the best I've seen!