Male fashion bloggers like The Sartorialist, Tommy Ton, and Karl Edwin Guerre have brought about a renaissance in men's ready-to-wear fashion. Guys are embracing the art of dressing well and with purpose. There are a slew of newcomers starting boutiques carrying their own in-house labels and rare designer items that are hard to find in the US. Classic brands like Brooks Brothers and J. Crew are also seeing the value in a specialized, Downtown location for men who are more interested in individual, made-to-measure style. Click through to see our top picks for Downtown menswear boutiques. Whether his style is preppy or urban, surprise the dapper gentleman in your life with something special from one of these shops.