Fashion Field Trip: Gilbert & Lewis

While many people think of the fashion industry as being the epitome of "too cool for school," there are some designers who find ample inspiration elsewhere while still offering decidedly chic clothing. For the designers of Gilbert & Lewis, Jose Abellar and his partner (in both business and life) David Ayala, they've plumbed the geek-chic aesthetic to create a line of quirky, joyful pieces for their menswear label.

Recently the boys invited Out to their home and office to snoop around and see what inspires the affable duo and to take a sneak peek at what they've got cookin' for menswear aficionados:

For more on Gilbert & Lewis, visit their official website.

-- MAX BERLINGER