Supers are here!

How we love these sunglasses!  Want to get your hands on a pair of brand new handmade-in-Italy with Carl Zeiss lenses sunglasses? We have a handful of new styles sitting pretty in the case, just waiting to be loved and adopted by you. Now come on over and see us!

Outfit Idea: Leather N' Plaid

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Nothing says cool like a laid-back leather jacket (this one is by Vince), the perfect plaid (by Marc by Marc Jacobs), slim dark wash jeans by Joes, and an awesome pair of Wolverine 1000 Mile boots. A great look for fall and Tribeza Cycle Night, don't you agree?

New Line To Love: Shipley & Halmos

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We are thrilled to announce that Co-Star now carries Shipley & Halmos! Gents, consider their quality button-ups, cozy sweaters, perfectly tailored jackets and more your uniform for fall. You will absolutely love this line. The pictures don't do it enough justice - come check out the fabrics, patterns, colors and prints in their full glory. We can't wait to show you this awesome new fall menswear collection in person!

Join Us! Tribeza Style Week 10: Fashion Show

The 10th Annual Fashion Show is the grand finale of TRIBEZA Style Week 2013 sponsored by LEXUS. Top models from around the state will walk the runway, with hair and makeup by Propaganda Hair Group and fashion looks styled by Maya Star, Co-Star, Julian Gold, Golden Bones, Saks Fifth Avenue San Antonio, Feathers Boutique, MOSS, y&i clothing boutique, Estilo, The Garden Room, Rare Trends and Adelante. As a progression of last year's event, the 2013 Fashion Show backdrop design by Matt Fajkus Architecture will explore light, form and fabrication. Through surface modulation and projection, these elements will define Style Week as a fresh and innovative series of events, setting the stage to "fashion the future."

Following the show, guests will enjoy an after party sponsored by Turnquist Partners Realtors with spaces created by Loot Vintage Rentals, food from a few of Austin’s top restaurants including TRIO, Parkside, Backspace and olive & june, and drinks by Deep Eddy Vodka, Captain Morgan, Troublemaker Red Wine, Liberty School White Wine, Topo Chico, and Corona. Tickets are $75 and VIP tickets are $125. Both can be purchased here.

University Park / 3300 N. I-35
Thursday, September 26, 7pm
VIP Tickets: $125 / General Admission: $75

Psssst! Did you hear? Google+ Local is giving away two VIP tickets to the 2013 TRIBEZA Style Week Fashion Show! Share your opinions on Austin businesses and each new review is entered for a chance to win. They'll pick the entrant who writes the overall best review during the contest period as the winner, so don't forget to write with style. Click here to start reviewing now!

Mark Your Cals And Join Us For Tribeza Cycle Night!

Hooray, TRIBEZA is bringing back last year’s popular evening of men’s pop-up shops at Revival Cycles on Friday, September 20, 7-10pm. Deemed “Cycle Night,” the event will include pop-up shops from Co-Star, Dandy Suits, HELM Boots, By George, Howler Brothers, Revival Retail, Sam Hill, STAG, Starling Eyewear, Bonobos and Traveller Denim Co.

The talented design duo behind LAND, Caleb Owen Everitt and Ryan Rhodes, will have a special art installation on display. The Lumiere Photobooth will be set up for snapping pictures, and DJ GIVE'R will be spinning vintage 78s.

Food will be provided by Easy Tiger and Stiles Switch BBQ, and drinks from Deep Eddy Vodka, Dickle Rye, Troublemaker Red Wine, Liberty School White Wine, Pacifico and Topo Chico will get the party started. Tickets are $15 and include food and drinks.

Revival Cycles | 5305 Bolm Rd.
Friday, September 20 | 7-10pm
Tickets: $15

TGIF!

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Ok guys, you can stop worrying about what to wear this weekend. We've got you covered with this brand new soft gray tee lined with plaid fabric and burgundy pants from Marc by Marc Jacobs  and a classic Nixon leather watch. You're welcome...and ‪‎TGIF‬!

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And let's not forget about the ladies! Looking for the perfect outfit for a night out on the town? Celebrate the weekend with this blinged out Rebecca Taylor silk top, super slimming Paige jeans, and the now infamous Elizabeth and James wedges. Pair it with a smoky eye, nude lip and tousled hair for a sexy and refined weekend look! ‪

New Arrivals: Leather and Plaid Men's Accessories from Marc by Marc Jacobs

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Hip hip hooray, new Marc by Marc Jacobs men's accessories in the house! Travel in style with a classic plaid duffel, and protect your precious tablet and laptop when on the go with coordinating cases (a perfect gift, if we must say so). A print has never been so perfect for fall. Now if only the Austin weather would catch up....

If luxe leather is more your thing, we have a great selection of buttery soft messenger bags, duffels, wallets, briefcases (in two tone leather, no less) and weekenders to choose from. And did we mention that backpack? The perfect army green satchel that is just too cool for school. We love it to pieces.

Come visit us in store or online to shop the selection of wallets, tech accessories and bags by Marc by Marc Jacobs!

Co-Star In Austin Monthly, August 2013

Co-Star got some love in the August 2013 issue of Austin Monthly! If you've got any trips planned or have the spirit of wanderlust, this is definitely a feature to check out. In the spread, our Marc by Marc Jacobsleather duffel bag is spotlighted as a well-crafted travel essential (which we totally agree with - it's amazing). Come visit us in the shop to make it yours! Many thanks to Cristina Facundo // Wardrobe Stylist for the pull!

Guys, this is 'THE' jacket of the season

Marc by Marc Jacobs Pensecola Letterman Bomber Jacket, $798 at Co-Star Austin  //  Image: Co-Star Instagram

Can we take a minute to appreciate the pure awesomeness that is the Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Pensecola' letterman bomber jacket? One of the latest arrivals to the shop, varsity and letterman jackets are 'the' must-have trend for fall. This jacket is one of our favorite items in the shop for the gents.  It's the perfect combo of navy wool accented with a black leather hood and sleeves, and we love that white striped accent band. Great for a casual city like Austin. Wear this, and you just might look too cool for school...in the best way possible.

Chambray...Not Just For Shirts Anymore

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A wee bit obsessed with these new chambray JBrand jeans for the gents....lightweight, straight slim fit, and perfect for transitioning from summer to fall. Your new go-to pair of denim!

Summer Sale Scoop: Insider's Preview

Well, the big day is just around the corner, and ohmygosh there is so much good stuff going on sale! Come early on Thursday for a VIP shopping experience with free beverages and first dibs on sale merchandise. The following Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the sale items will be discounted another 10% each day....that means up to 60-70% off come Sunday! Just be on the lookout for the colored dot on the tag - that will let you know whether it's 30%, 40%, 50%, 60% or 70% off the original price. You'll definitely want to come by early though, and snap up your size as soon as you can since we've got limited quantities that are going to go fast!

Just a small sampling of items for the men....

Various shorts from WeSC and Zanerobe // Vince Tailored Linen Shorts // Vince Tailored Linen Jacket

Marc by Marc Jacobs Dotty Chambray Shirt // Rivieras Shoes (Buy One, Get One Half Off) // Comfy button-ups and polos from Vince, John Varvatos Star USA, and more.

Fred Perry Polo // Various board shorts from Zanerobe, G-Star Raw // Vince Denim Style Linen Jacket

Marc by Marc Jacobs messenger bag // WeSc Shorts // Various shorts and shirts on sale

Zanerobe Pirate Parrot Shirt // AG, Koral, 7 For All Mankind, and J Brand jeans + Fred Perry and Adidas Y-3 sneakers // John Varvatos Star USA polo

French Connection Plaid Button-Up // Various Vince button-ups // Marc by Marc Jacobs leather duffel bag

And of course, a small preview for the ladies....

7 For All Mankind, Paige and J Brand jeans // Equipment silk button-up blouse // Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Drop Waist Dress

4.Collective Graphic Print Dress // Dolce Vita perforated flats // Velvet swiss dot dress

Dolce Vita hot pink back cut-out dress // Susana Monaco mesh blue dress // 7 For All Mankind, Paige and J Brand jeans

Elizabeth and James sandals // Yumi Kim floral tank // Yumi Kim flowy floral blouse

Rebecca Taylor leopard top // Parker striped body-con dress // Dolce Vita hot pink sandals

7 For All Mankind, Paige and J Brand jeans // Perfect prints and neutrals on sale // Yumi Kim floral goddess dress

Oh, and did we mention that the ever-popular Rivieras are going on special promo during the sale?? "Buy One, Get One Half Off" at the summer sale starting tomorrow...and THAT is reason enough to check it out! 

Hike, Bike, Travel....This Backpack Does It All.

If you gents are planning to go to Barton Springs, hike the Greenbelt, or traveling anytime in the near future...trust us, you'll want to have this super cool utilitarian backpack by Marc by Marc Jacobs at your side. It just arrived, and we've only got one....so who's the lucky guy who takes this home going to be?

Summer Sale Preview

Just a tiny fraction of the goodies that are on sale for men and women. Yep, that is French Connection, Parker, Marc by Marc Jacobs, John Varvatos Star USA, Dolce Vita, Equipment, and denim by 7 For All Mankind, J Brand, and Paige that you are seeing up above. You better hurry on in before we make the grand announcement and your size gets snapped up!

Pre-Fall Sneak Peek

It's that time of year, folks.....that time when us Texans can start dreaming of a respite from the summer heat and start shopping for the glorious season that is fall. Pre-fall items from Vince, Joe's Jeans and more are starting to trickle in for the gents, while the ladies racks are being peppered with new arrivals from labels like 12th Street by Cynthia Vincent, Parker, Alice + Olivia. Here's a sneak peek at some of the new goodies currently in store.

The epitome of the perfect (sexy) LBD in faux leather from Velvet.

As if the pattern wasn't cool enough, the button back detail on this 12th Street by Cynthia Vincent blouse takes it to the next level.

Velvet, you outdid yourselves with this faux leather and ponte blend jacket.

Everyone needs a lightweight layering sweater in a cool camel color. This Rebecca Taylor one is perfect.

Like we said, leather is big for fall. Patterned leather panels on this Cynthia Vincent dress are simple, sweet and unexpected.

We were instantly smitten with this adorable zebra print top from Alice + Olivia.

Swooning over this luxe coat from Cynthia Vincent.

A cozy but light henley from Vince; Colorful lightweight cotton polos from Alternative Apparel

If butter could be spun into fabric, this is what this super-comfortable Joe's Jeans shirt would be made of.

Marc by Marc Jacobs socks in fun patterns add some color to an otherwise neutral fall outfit.

Because sales are the best way to start the weekend...

Well, blog friends....consider yourself part of an elite group that is privy to insider information. What does this information pertain to? Epic deals on cool designer clothes, that's what. Yes, we're leaking the intel on our blog first, so our dear readers can come on in and get first dibs on tons of hot items that are now on sale! Now's the time to stuff your closet full of Equipment, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Parker, Vince, John Varvatos Star USA, Wildfox, French Connection, Dolce Vita and much much more for a great price.

Come see us, and get first dibs before we make the grand announcement!

Well Groomed

Summertime....soaring temps, humidity, and scorching sweaty heat usually make anyone's hair fall a little flat. Luckily, reviving your grooming routine is fairly simple with these awesome pomades and shaving products from Imperial.  A guaranteed way to look put together, no matter the season. A little goes a long way with the pomades, and it makes a huge difference - hair that was once 'meh' is now 'wow." You can also say sayonara to prickly stubble after you get a whiff of the Bergamot After Shave. The scent is highly addicting. You've been warned. Get your groom on here.

For more grooming inspiration, check out our Pinterest board.

(Images via Pinterest)

Mini Store Tour

A virtual mini store tour highlighting a few of our latest arrivals and must-haves...come see all the new men's and women's merch, y'all! Expect to see lots of Marc by Marc Jacobs for the guys, pretty dresses from Rebecca Taylor and Yumi Kim for the ladies, and much much more. They say seeing is believing, so dash on in and find your new favorite piece in your wardrobe.

Because All Guys Need A Good Watch...

Nixon 48-20 Chrono Watch, All Black // Nixon 42-20 Chrono Watch, Rose Gold // Nixon Corporal SS Watch, Grand Prix

 Nixon Mellor Watch, Navy and Red // Nixon Mellor Watch, Surplus And Black // Nixon Mellor Watch, White Leather

Now you don't have to run around like the rabbit from Alice In Wonderland shouting, "I'm late, I'm late!" - staying on time has never looked cooler, thanks to these cool Nixon watches.

 

We've got a handsome selection of watches in store and online....we are especially loving this red and blue Mellor style. It's a great gift idea for the special gent in your life!

Get Your Shoe Fix 24/7

 

New men's shoes on Costarstyle.com.....now you can get your footwear fix anytime, any place! We're talking 24/7, 365 days a year.

 

How we love our Rivieras and Cole Haan....and trust us, you will to. They're a colorful bunch, aren't they?? Get a pair. You won't regret it.

On Trend: Show Some Leg, Gents...Swim Is Getting Shorter.

Marc by Marc Jacobs swim styles available at Co-Star

According to WWD, you guys better start getting your gams in shape because we'll be getting an eyefull of them at the beach, pool or lake this summer.  One of the bigger trends in men's swim are shorter and trimmer styles, and luckily for you, Co-Star has a great selection of men's swim trunks in a variety of lengths. Our Marc by Marc Jacobs selection takes the prize for being the shortest in the shop and reaching mid-thigh, while the Zanerobe and G-Star styles we have come just shy of the knee.

Zanerobe and G-Star swim styles available at Co-Star

Come on in, grab a pair or two, and head to Barton Springs or Hamilton Pool this weekend to show off your stylish new swimwear.