The Pocket, Squared
Of all the sartorial flourishes a gentleman may affect, the pocket square is one of the least considered but most profound. Other than the rare flap breast pocket on certain…
A Vested Interest, Part II
The Odd Vest The odd vest brings both practicality and style to one’s wardrobe. Depending on fabric and styling, it may be worn with a suit, a sport jacket, or…
A Vested Interest, Part I
The Suit Vest Far from being an anachronistic fashion accessory, the waistcoat as they say in England, or vest in American parlance, adds a touch of individual style. The deep…
Will That Be a Single… Or a Double?
Why are American men so hesitant to try double breasted jackets? Not only elegant but highly flattering, double breasted jackets were all the fashion rage in the 1930s, when American…
How Now, Brown Calfskin…
Often I am asked about my opinion of which color shoes are most correct. While nothing beats black for formal wear, it is often the fall back color for business…