The Sartorial Logic of the Three-Piece Suit in Summer
The three-piece suit in summer sounds like a contradiction.
William Ashford · 2024-08-12
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Timeless menswear, fit, and the philosophy of dressing well.
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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 · 2024-08-12
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 · 2024-08-11
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 · 2024-08-11
The Pocket Square Is Not Dead. You're Just Folding It Wrong.
Somewhere between the rigid presidential fold of your grandfather's era and the overwrought multi-point arrangements favored by menswear blogs, the pocket square lost its way.
William Ashford · 2024-08-10
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 · 2024-08-10
When Savile Row Met Milan: The Birth of Anglo-Italian Tailoring
For most of the twentieth century, English and Italian tailoring existed in parallel but rarely intersected.
Thomas Nakamura · 2024-08-09
Five Fabrics That Separate Good Suits from Great Ones
You can identify a great suit from across a room.
Daniel Hurst · 2024-08-09
The Unsung Elegance of the Harrington Jacket
The Harrington jacket has dressed kings and punks, golfers and rock stars, yet it remains one of the most underappreciated garments in menswear.
Daniel Hurst · 2024-08-08
Dressing for the Gallery Opening You Didn't Know You'd Attend
The gallery opening is the modern man's sartorial pop quiz.
Catherine Avery · 2024-08-08
The Unwritten Rules of Wedding Guest Attire
A wedding invitation may specify a dress code, but it cannot specify the dozens of unwritten rules that govern what a guest should actually wear.
Oliver Ramsey · 2024-08-07
How Neapolitan Tailors Reinvented the Shoulder
Walk into any Savile Row fitting room and the shoulder is a fortress: padded, roped, and defined with architectural precision.
Catherine Avery · 2024-08-07
How to Nail Cocktail Attire Every Time
Cocktail attire is the dress code that generates the most anxiety, largely because its definition varies by city, venue, and era.
Sebastian Cole · 2024-08-06
Why Shoulder Fit Is the Single Most Important Measurement
A tailor can shorten sleeves, taper trousers, and take in a waist.
Sebastian Cole · 2024-08-06
The Case for Going Bespoke at Least Once
Every man should experience bespoke tailoring at least once, not because it produces a superior garment, though it does, but because the process teaches you more about your body and clothing preferences than years of buying off the rack ever could.
Marcus Wei · 2024-08-05
A Guide to Wearing Rings, Bracelets, and Jewelry as a Man
Men's jewelry has shed its taboos.
Marcus Wei · 2024-08-05
The Art of Underdressing: When Less Really Is More
Gianni Agnelli wore a watch over his shirt cuff, a tie loosened to the second button, and hiking boots with bespoke suits.
Marcus Wei · 2024-08-04
How to Choose Glasses That Complement Your Face
Glasses occupy more visual real estate on your face than any other accessory.
Oliver Ramsey · 2024-08-04
A Guide to Sustainable Menswear Brands Worth Knowing
Sustainability in menswear has evolved beyond hemp T-shirts and recycled polyester into a credible movement led by brands producing genuinely desirable clothing.
Daniel Hurst · 2024-08-03
Why Proper Clothing Storage Extends Garment Life
The average man spends thousands on his wardrobe and stores it in conditions that would horrify a textile conservator.
Thomas Nakamura · 2024-08-03