I’m not much of a television fanatic, but I’ve been following the beautifully-crafted series “Mad Men” since it’s beginning. This drama series truly captures the essence of Madison Avenue in the 60’s, with true-to-life sets, costumes and makeup that really makes the early ’60’s come alive on the screen.
Here are a few suggestions to get the “mad men” look, without going overboard:
For the guys:
Back in the early 1960’s, no man would step outside without a hat (and he removed it in elevators, at the table, and when women were present). Try a Stetson fedora Available at http://www.stetsonhats.com/
…and every man needs a pair of cufflinks. 
These by Hidalgo, are “back-to-the-future” friendly, a classic oval with American Flag design in enamel. Available at http://www.hidalgojewelry.com/
For the Ladies:
A dress with a belted waist is a must-have. Go slinky with a sheath dress, or add have fun with bold prints with this flirt, full-skirted dress from Alice & Olivia (Multi Ombre Trellis Dress with Belt $440.00).
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The perfect red lip is essential for an authentic 60’s “mad men” look.
The perfect red lip is essential for an authentic 60’s “mad men” look.
The easiest way to get the perfect red is with the Stila Paint Your Pout Red Palette ($45.00). A silvery, cardboard palette with magentic closure features a winking red lip. Inside, press a button an your actually hear a Stila Pro Artist takes you through the process of creating a perfect, red pout, step by step. You get a lip balm, and three intense, silky red lipsticks: warm, cool, and true red. I have been in search of a red that looked chic, not ridiculous, for years. This palette’s warm red is perfect–and the true red looks classy, too. I’ve even mixed the cool with a gloss and have gotten a pretty result. Red is “60’s appropriate” and always classic, even in 2008, but it’s only festive as long as it looks “right.” This palette delivers. http://www.sephora.com/ *it makes a great holiday gift idea, too.