The Geometry of a Good Lapel
Lapels are the first architectural element the eye encounters on a jacket.
William Ashford · 2026-05-05
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Timeless menswear, fit, and the philosophy of dressing well.
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Why the Camp Collar Shirt Became a Modern Staple
The camp collar shirt, with its open, notched collar that lies flat against the chest, was once confined to Hawaiian vacations and 1950s bowling alleys.
William Ashford · 2026-05-05
Donegal Tweed and the Men Who Still Swear By It
Donegal tweed takes its name from County Donegal in the northwest corner of Ireland, where it has been handwoven since the eighteenth century.
Catherine Avery · 2026-05-05
The Overlooked Art of the Well-Chosen Belt
The belt is the most utilitarian accessory in a man's wardrobe, yet it sits at the visual center of the body where it divides the silhouette in two.
Daniel Hurst · 2026-05-04
How Japanese Brands Are Rewriting Western Menswear Rules
Japan's relationship with Western menswear is a paradox: the culture that invented wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection, has become the world's most meticulous custodian of American and European clothing traditions.
Marcus Wei · 2026-05-04
The Silk Knit Tie: Small Detail, Outsized Impact
The silk knit tie is the single most versatile neckwear a man can own.
Sebastian Cole · 2026-05-04
When to Break the No-Brown-in-Town Rule
The no-brown-in-town rule, a British sartorial dictum holding that brown shoes have no place in urban business settings, has been repeated so often it has acquired the authority of law.
Marcus Wei · 2026-05-04
Building a Travel Wardrobe That Fits in One Bag
The one-bag travel wardrobe is not a constraint.
James Alderton · 2026-05-04
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The Quiet Authority of a Perfectly Pressed Collar
Before anyone registers your suit, your watch, or your shoes, they see your collar.
William Ashford · 2026-05-04
Ecru, Ivory, Cream: A Field Guide to Off-Whites
White is one color.
Oliver Ramsey · 2026-05-04
What the Best Vintage Shops in London Won't Advertise
London's vintage menswear scene operates on two levels.
Marcus Wei · 2026-05-04
The Cardigan's Long Journey from Cricket Pitch to Corner Office
Lord Cardigan, the British cavalry commander who led the ill-fated Charge of the Light Brigade in 1854, lent his name to a knitted jacket he wore for warmth during the Crimean War.
Catherine Avery · 2026-05-04
Layering in Warm Climates Without Looking Ridiculous
Layering in cold weather is intuitive: pile on garments until the wind stops reaching your skin.
Marcus Wei · 2026-05-04
Your Grandfather's Overcoat Deserves Another Century
In closets and attics across the country, heavy wool overcoats hang in garment bags, inherited from grandfathers and great-uncles who bought them from makers that no longer exist.
Marcus Wei · 2026-05-04
What Your Watch Strap Says When Your Mouth Stays Shut
A man's watch is his most personal accessory, and the strap is its most expressive component.
Daniel Hurst · 2026-05-03
Olive Green: The Neutral That Outperforms Navy
Ask any menswear enthusiast to name the most versatile color in a man's wardrobe, and the answer is invariably navy.
Sebastian Cole · 2026-05-03
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On the Merits of Wearing One Less Thing
Coco Chanel's most enduring piece of advice was to look in the mirror before leaving and remove one thing.
Marcus Wei · 2026-05-03
The Sartorial Logic of the Three-Piece Suit in Summer
The three-piece suit in summer sounds like a contradiction.
William Ashford · 2026-05-03
Why the Best-Dressed Men Own Fewer Shoes Than You Think
The common assumption is that a well-dressed man needs a large shoe collection.
William Ashford · 2026-05-03
Corduroy After Dark: A Texture Worth Revisiting
Corduroy has been unfairly relegated to autumn afternoons and university lecture halls.
Marcus Wei · 2026-05-03