Back east: Montauk's salty air and craggy coast are a far cry from the catwalks of Milan. We thought it was the perfect place to test out upcoming fall fashion

Men's Fitness, Sept, 2004

Life seems relatively simple in Montauk, which is on the far eastern end of Long Island. But if you thought you had female problems, imagine what these fishermen go through--the sea is one of the most mysterious and unforgiving ladies of all.

Of course, she's also beautiful and bountiful, and these rugged individuals depend on her for their living.

We thought moody Montauk perfectly captured the unpredictable look of autumn. So we cast a line to see what fashion treasures await us this fall.

WEST ASSURED: Vest by Tommy Hilfiger, $125; sweater by Polo Jeans Co., $99; pants by Levi's, $110

SHIP SHAPE:

Parka by Nautica $248; sweater by Hilfiger, $175

HOOKED UP:

(opposite pare) Shirt by American Eagle Outfitters, $35; thermal by Kenneth Cole Now York; pants by Nautica, $70

PIER PRESSURE:

Pea coat by Polo Jeans Co., $179; shirt by Penguin, $42; pants by Polo Jeans Co., $90: belt by American Eagle Outfitters, $15; hat by Nautica Competition, $25

CHAIN OF COMMAND:

(opposite page) Vest by Izod, $50; sweater by Nautica, $90; pants by American Rag, $49; belt by Eddie Bauer, $35

A CUT ABOVE:

Sweater by Nautica, $158; hat by Faconnable, $75

DOUBLE BASS:

(opposite page) Left: jacket by Andrew Marc, $695; T-shirt by Gap, $44; pants by Levi's, $110; gloves by Barbour Inc., $14; shoes by Tommy Hilfiger, $125. Right: parka by Eddie Bauer, $148; sweater by Armani Jeans, $178; pants by American Eagle Outfitters, $30; belt by American Eagle Outfitters, $15; scarf by Perry Ellis, $34; boots by Timberland, $90; hat by Victorinox, $29

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