A trip to a great men's store is an eye-opening experience. While big department stores and chain retailers provide a wide selection and are convenient places to shop, independent men's stores tend to stock unique products and hire a knowledgeable sales staff. Here you're more likely to get individual attention from someone who truly knows the merchandise and can devote some real time to helping you.
"The people who work in these stores like fashion, and they enjoy turning people on to it," says Downes. "Talk to them. It's like going to antiques dealers. They are there to help you, and they want to spread the gospel."
Building a relationship with a good salesman is like finding a trusted financial broker; the best ones will help you make the right choices, and their services pay long-term dividends. For example, a good sales associate will contact you about new items you may like, put stuff aside for you and let you know when things will be marked down, says Saks's Macko.
VISIT A BETTER MEN'S SPECIALTY STORE AND TALK TO A GOOD SALESMAN.
