Turtlenecks get most guys uneasy about appearing too ‘dad-ish’ or frumpy professor, but this is a misguided fear. Turtlenecks, when a flat color and a simple weave, create a nice frame for that pretty face of yours. Of course, shy away from super thick, cable knit turtlenecks with reindeer and snow flakes knitted on them. This was in last winter and popped up all over Ralph Lauren and United Colors of Benetton and some other brands, but hopefully that doesn’t come back this December. Ugly Christmas sweaters are just that – ugly – and should be saved for ugly sweater parties and Christmas Eve with Grandma.

Pair a dark turtleneck with a tweed or plaid blazer and you can’t go wrong. I mean look at these guys….Ralph Lauren and Steve McQueen. Quintessential cool.

Or if you want to be a bit more modern, try a mock turtleneck like Steve Jobs….

Or if you’re really feeling bold and beautiful, try a light colored sweater with a complimentary colored blazer, like this dapper fellow. Which ever way you go, make it your own and you’ll look good and feel great. … and you’re neck which will be warm. That’s always good.