When one talks about men’s fashion anyway, it is really important to have balance between the flashy and the practical.

Observing men who work in various professional fields such as law, business, media, journalism, public relations, events planning, etc., it is easy to see that these men are trendsetters in their own way although far less flashy than the “proclaimed and self-recognized fashion victims.”

These “men of international style” are no one’s fashion victim; nevertheless, due to their positions in their line of work, they have their own and indeed real fashion needs.

With personal tastes in international fashion embedded from the US, Italy, France, Spain and the UK, one can always count on them to embody the codes of men’s elegance wherever they are seen. Their choices and personal style have been developed and honed with their frequent business travels and charged social calendars.

Alain de Foucaud, Leading International Business Attorney

Alain de Foucaud is a partner at the Paris office of the international law firm, Lamb, LeBoeuf, Greene & McCrae. He is constantly travelling around the globe meeting clients and representing his company and the Paris Bar Association at conventions and international conferences.

A specialist in mergers and acquisitions, this French aristocrat swears by the elegance of Brooks Brothers and simple gold cuff links, which move from “breakfast, to lunch to dinner”.

For the Count de Foucaud, it is important to be able wear garments that move effortlessly from the office and meetings, to the restaurant. For the weekend, he opts for the easy feel of Paul Smith and John Preston. He feels that every busy man should have comfortable shoes that wear well with suits such as Todd’s.

William McCray, Celebrated Publicist and Columnist

William McCray is an Atlanta based publicist and syndicated columnist. His “Obnoxious” column is read across America. As a talented and up-in-your-face writer, McCray is on every one’s A-List!

His face is a constant among the movers and shakers throughout the entertainment and sports industry. From soul-diva Patty Labelle to award winning comedian and philanthropist Bill Cosby, there isn’t a celebrity that passes through the Atlanta that doesn’t grant him an interview.

“From Prada to Ralph Lauren. I purchase clothes that make a statement. I love bow ties and ware them often, and thusly they have become my signature piece. I wear a great deal of Polo by Ralph Lauren during the workweek. Additionally, I dawn a great deal of Armani due to my love for Black. With it, one can leave the office and go to an event. On Sunday's I go all out and like to really dress up. I wear Versace, Cerutti, Prada, etc.”

For years, McCray had been the tireless advocate of the return of traditional bow ties. For him, only the British brands Tremble & Aster or Robert Stockton will do.

“Men should be daring when it comes to fashion and to wear things that make a statement and make them feel good. A man should have one of everything in his wardrobe. At least one flashy something and the perfect outfit for a sporting event to formal.”

Alain Azouaou, French Ambassador

Ambassador Azouaou is France’s highest representative to the desert emirate of Qatar. He is constantly receiving and meeting with government officials, royalty, and business leaders as well as visiting foreign delegations.

Due to his delegate political position, Ambassador Azouaou has to be careful to represent French tastes without offending any others with his own personal choices in fashion.

He likes Hermès as well as Valentino suits and ties by Trussardi. In these brands, he is always certain to feel confident that his appearance is perfect for all occasions.

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