Business casual and the return of the well dressed man
If it seems like fewer men are wearing suits today, you’re right. Sort of. In the mid-century, a man was almost always dressed in a suit or at least a sportcoat and tie when he left the house. Today,...
View ArticleWhy do we wear pocket squares? Just for decoration?
Although wearing a handkerchief (i.e. pocket square) isn’t as common today as it once was, it remains a great way to express ourselves and show a little style. But why are pocket squares even a thing?...
View ArticleWhat is a shirt gusset? Do you need one?
When shopping for a custom dress shirt, you have all sorts of fun options to choose from. For instance, contrast inner collars, unique buttons, and accent thread stitching are most common. But then...
View ArticleWhat should lawyers wear? [4 easy tips to balance professionalism with style]
As a lawyer, how you present yourself can certainly have an impact on whether a new client chooses to hire you. And one of the easiest ways to make a good first impression is to simply dress well....
View ArticleWhat to wear for your Kentucky Derby party (4 practical tips)
Whether you watch the horse race or not, Derby Day is always a fun time. There are mint juleps, big hats, and lots of colorful outfits. While the sartorially inclined tend to view the day as pretty...
View ArticleThe men’s style guide to buying an umbrella
Do you carry an umbrella with you on days if it looks like it might rain? If you’re a guy in the Denver area, the answer is probably no. Many Colorado men tend to reach for the rain shell jacket...
View ArticleThe complete guide to wearing a collar pin (and how a collar bar and collar...
Every so often, I’m reminded that although I’m a clothing professional, there are still things for me to learn. Case in point: sometime in 2017 I started to notice Tom Ford wearing a metallic-looking...
View ArticleWhat is an unstructured suit? (Is it right for you?)
Have you heard either the term “unstructured” or “unconstructed” before in the context of men’s suiting? When shopping for a suit or jacket these days, it’s becoming more and more common that you’ll...
View ArticleWhat Is Worsted Wool? (History and shopping tips)
If you have shopped for a suit before, the term worsted wool may have been thrown around a little. So, what is it? And more importantly, how does it relate to men’s suiting – is it something you need...
View ArticleHow to choose a short sleeve dress shirt for summer
If you ask us what our favorite dress shirts are, there’s a good chance that we will reference a short sleeve variety. Often made in a slightly more casual cloth and usually in a unique printed...
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