Wardrobe

Herbert Stricker aka Grimod – Style At Its Best

Herbert Stricker aka Grimod – Style At Its Best

by on April 15, 2013

Style is something often associated with clothing, though it is so much more than that: manners, tone, mindset and the way you live your life are all a defining parts of your (life)style. [more…]

The Norfolk Jacket Guide – History, Style & How to Buy

The Norfolk Jacket Guide – History, Style & How to Buy

by on April 5, 2013

Sportscoats and odd jackets are quite popular today but their origins lay in the riding jackets of the 19th century and Norfolk jacket, which is one of the most characteristic sportscoats ever invented. [more…]

Andrew Lock Shoe Review

Andrew Lock Shoe Review

by on March 22, 2013

Last year at MRket in New York, I was approached by Andrew Lock, a purveyor of shoes and customized suits online. He offered me a pair of shoes for review as part of our ongoing series, and after taking a look at his shoes, [more…]

Young Men’s Suits & Accessories in Naples

Young Men’s Suits & Accessories in Naples

by on March 14, 2013

During my last trip to Naples, I not only had the chance to meet Giancarlo Maresca and a number of craftsmen, but I also met a number of young men with a strong sense for tradition and an affinity to suits and fine clothing. [more…]

Brooks Brothers – The History of an American Haberdashery

Brooks Brothers – The History of an American Haberdashery

by on March 8, 2013

Recently, I came across a bunch of vintage Brooks Brothers materials and so I wanted to provide you with a little bit of history about this icon of menswear retail in America up until the 1940's [more…]

The Theories of Fashion & Important Books

The Theories of Fashion & Important Books

by on March 6, 2013

After we listed 100 men's fashion titles , Dr. Benjamin Wild owner of the splendid blog Linely Wild offered to write an introduction to books about the theories behind men's dress, [more…]