A Man’s Sheath: Beijing’s Best Menswear

Fellows, stay well-dressed from head-to-toe with these great Beijing clothing store suggestions.

Deal
Need a new pair of kicks? This Gulou area store sells a wide range of authentic name brand shoes, from limited-edition Nikes to classic Converse and Birkenstocks.
Daily 11am-9pm. 280 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6402 8262) www.dealkicks.com 东城区鼓楼东大街280号

Evisu
If money is no issue, check out this Japanese street fashion brand for its raw-looking, high-quality denim (starting from RMB 3,500) – not only has it been spotted on celebs like Dav¬id Beckham, but it’s guaranteed to last a very long time.
Daily 10am-10pm. L235, CCP Luxury Walk, 81 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6598 1862) 朝阳区建国路81号华贸购物中心

French Connection
For every statement piece, one needs at least ten high-quality classics. FCUK serves faithfully with well-fitted, dark-hued sweaters and simple but stylish leather jackets and blazers.
Daily 10am-10pm. 1/F, Bldg C, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu. (6587 1188) 光华路9号世贸天阶C座1层

G-Star Raw
Men who aren’t afraid to rock the latest trends are advised to visit G-Star Raw’s three-story flagship store. The brand aims to push the boundaries of conventional style, orienting its clothes around denim and throwing in splashes of color with printed sweaters and coats.
Daily 10am-9pm. L3, Seasons Place Shop¬ping Mall, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Financial Street, Xicheng District. www.g-star.com 西城区金城坊街2号金融街购物中心3层

H&M
Looking for some affordable shirts, sweaters and coats? H&M has it all, with an impressive collection of accessories to boot. Their striped sweaters, leather jackets and plaid shirts make for staple pieces in every man’s wardrobe.
Daily 10am-10pm. Qianmen Avenue Store, Building A16, Qianmen Dajie, Chongwen District. (6706 0508) 崇文区前门大街16A号

Izzue
To look young, cool and hip, this Hong Kong label has the proper stock for you. Pick up their striped tees, dark coats and skinny jeans for some rocker flair.
Daily 10am-10pm. S5 South Area (next to the Orange), Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 0706) 朝阳区三里屯北街Village南区S5号楼

Jack and Jones
This Danish brand specializes in casual street wear for men. The knit sweaters, winter coats, denim jeans and printed tees are welcome additions to any man’s wardrobe.
Daily 10am-10pm. SM-02, Bldg 1, Solana Lifestyle Shopping Park, Chaoyang Park. (5905 6024) www.jackjones.com 蓝色港湾国际商区1号楼SM-02号.

Me&City
A diverse yet consistent collection of casual chic, funky, rock and formal.
Daily 10am-10pm. Xidan International Bldg, 111 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6398 9662) 西城区西单北大街111号西单国际大厦

Uniqlo
Throw some color into your wardrobe with Uniqlo – their puffy jackets, cardigans and jeans will help you stand out in style. This Japanese brand has ten stores in Beijing.
Bldg 10, South District, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6413 1320) www.uniqlo.com 三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区10号楼

Wayne’s
This is one chain store no man (or woman) should miss. It carries high-quality clothes originally manufactured for brands like Spirit, Zara and Jack & Jones, but for far cheaper prices.
1) 499 Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng District. 东城区499号 东四北大街, 2) Store 3401, Bldg B, 1/F, Soho Xiandaicheng, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8580 1838) 朝阳区建国路88号SOHO现代城B座3401号

Zara
Upgrade your look by stopping by this Spanish chain – not only is it stocked full of trendy apparel and accessories, but also a fine selection of professional wear. You’ll look swanky, stylish and well off – what more could you want?
1) Daily 10am-10pm. The Place, 9A Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 1341/49)朝阳区光华路甲9号世贸天阶, 2) Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sun 11am-10pm. 1B1-6, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6100) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区1B1-6