The way a person dresses is often the first thing to be noticed and subconsciously judged. Is that fair? Certainly not, but it is the way humans work, so instead of fighting one’s DNA it seems smarter to understand how the system of clothes and dress codes work to your advantage. Read more →
The life of the elegant gentleman is one that has caused quite the stir over recent years. With the hit book ‘I Am Dandy’ coming out, men around the world have been inspired by the selection of gentlemen who not only dress well, but have seemingly managed to transport back through time to cultivate a sense of class and refinement seen in the 1920s through 50s. Read more →
Lately, we are lucky to be receiving a lot of new visitors! Since it can be difficult for some to read all of our articles from the very beginning, we put together a list of the five most popular articles of 2011. If you are a regular reader, you should still check out our older articles from time to time as we update them on a regular basis.
Collar Pin Assortment
First of all, our readers especially liked the collar pin article. Although comprehensive, it is not too long and explains all there is to know about the stylish little bar that makes your tie knot stand up.
Sulka Dressing Gown
When you are at home and it is cold outside, most of us want to be comfortable when they eat breakfast or read on the couch. The dressing gown is definitely a house essential for elegant relaxation.
Stroller Suit
Often forgotten, the stroller suit is an ideal companion for formal daytime activities such as business meetings, weddings or even funerals. Read this article to learn more about this versatile outfit.
British Warm Overcoat
Based on the design of officer’s overcoats from WWI, the British Warm was adapted into public life much like its cousin the Trench coat. This heavy double breasted overcoat is guaranteed to keep you warm when it is cold outside.
Precious Metal Collar Stays
To achieve a great overall look, collar stays will help you to achieve a crisp collar. In this article, we explore the alternative to cheap plastic collar bones.
Enjoy reading, and let us know in the comments what YOUR favorite article of 2011 was!
With fall approaching, it is time again to look at the elegant gentleman from the 1930’s and his wardrobe. Apparel Arts always observed the fashion developments at the time very closely and also made predictions about future trends. Read more →
Last week, we explored the history of the buttonhole and debunked the myth about how it came into existence. Today, we want to look at different Read more →
In the past couple of months, quite a few gentlemen have made use of our Gentleman’s Query section and have asked us for help in matters of dress and etiquette. Read more →