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William Ashford

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How to Build a Formal Wardrobe Starting from Zero
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How to Build a Formal Wardrobe Starting from Zero

Building a formal wardrobe from nothing feels daunting, but the path is straightforward if you sequence your purchases correctly.

2024-08-02

The Modern Guide to Accessorizing
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The Modern Guide to Accessorizing

The modern approach to accessories is one of restraint.

2024-08-01

The Right Way to Roll Your Sleeves
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The Right Way to Roll Your Sleeves

Rolling your sleeves is one of the simplest style moves available, yet most men do it wrong.

2024-07-31

How to Thrift Menswear Like a Professional Stylist
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How to Thrift Menswear Like a Professional Stylist

The best closets in Hollywood are not stocked entirely from current-season boutiques.

2024-07-27

Why Shoes Make or Break an Outfit
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Why Shoes Make or Break an Outfit

Before you entered the room, the first thing anyone noticed was your shoes.

2024-07-26

The Difference Between a Blazer, Sport Coat, and Suit Jacket
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The Difference Between a Blazer, Sport Coat, and Suit Jacket

Most men use the terms blazer, sport coat, and suit jacket interchangeably.

2024-07-25

A Guide to Seasonal Fabrics: Linen, Seersucker, Flannel, and More
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A Guide to Seasonal Fabrics: Linen, Seersucker, Flannel, and More

The difference between a man who looks right in January and one who looks right in July often comes down to a single variable: fabric weight and weave.

2024-07-24

How to Build a Wardrobe That Actually Ages Well
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How to Build a Wardrobe That Actually Ages Well

A wardrobe that ages well is not one that resists change but one that accommodates it gracefully.

2024-07-17

Understanding Fabric Weight and When It Matters
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Understanding Fabric Weight and When It Matters

Fabric weight, measured in grams per square meter or ounces per square yard, is one of the most reliable indicators of a garment's intended season, formality, and durability.

2024-07-06

A Guide to Weekend Style Essentials
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A Guide to Weekend Style Essentials

Weekend style demands a different calculus than workday dressing.

2024-06-21

A Guide to The Art of Layering
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A Guide to The Art of Layering

Layering is the technique that separates men who dress well from men who merely own nice things.

2024-06-20

A Guide to Business Casual Done Right
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A Guide to Business Casual Done Right

Business casual is the dress code that confuses more men than any other, primarily because it means different things in different industries, cities, and companies.

2024-06-16

Why Chinos in Khaki Will Never Go Out of Style
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Why Chinos in Khaki Will Never Go Out of Style

Khaki chinos entered the wardrobe through military service and never left.

2024-06-15

The Definitive Guide to Wool Overcoats
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The Definitive Guide to Wool Overcoats

The wool overcoat is the most important outerwear purchase a man can make for cold weather.

2024-06-08