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How Does Suddenlee Work?

March 28, 2012

How Does Suddenlee Work?

After my post on Monday about Uniqlo’s sale, it seems many readers are confused about how Suddenlee works. Why did…

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It’s On Sale: Uniqlo Chinos and Knits

March 26, 2012

It’s On Sale: Uniqlo Chinos And Knits

Uniqlo is having a sale this week on their chinos and knits. I personally think their vintage flat front chinos are the…

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Affordable Shoes (and Expertise) at Ed Et Al

March 22, 2012

Affordable Shoes (and Expertise) At Ed Et Al

For a number of reasons, the market has become such that most dress shoes retailing for under $300 aren’t really…

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The Proof is in the Pudding

March 21, 2012

The Proof Is In The Pudding

I found myself reading Hardy Amies’ ABCs of Fashion for the umpteenth time yesterday, and remembering what a wonderful book it is….

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Sears catalogs, published between 1918 and 1920

March 12, 2012

Sears Catalogs, Published Between 1918 And 1920

Shown here are some pages from Sears catalogs, published between 1918 and 1920. These were taken from the children’s clothing…

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Menswear books: Alan Flusser, Dressing the Man

March 6, 2012

Menswear Books: Alan Flusser, Dressing The Man

If I didn’t know the name Alan Flusser, I’d still trust Dressing the Man by virtue of heft alone. Its…

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It’s on sale: Brooks Brothers sweaters & cutaway-collar knits</strong> — All are under $50 each:

March 6, 2012

It’s On Sale: Brooks Brothers Sweaters & Cutaway-collar Knits — All Are Under $50 Each:

A nice sales alert from our pal, The Silentist: Italian merino cardigan Merino crewneck sweater Cutaway rugby Contrast cutaway oxford Note…

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How Pants Should Fit

March 5, 2012

How Pants Should Fit

It’s much easier to get trousers to fit well than jackets. There’s also less wiggle room for interpretation. While there…

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The Young Man in the Grey Flannel Suit

March 3, 2012

The Young Man In The Grey Flannel Suit

I really like Pierre-Antoine Levy’s ensemble here.  Levy notes that he prefers beige for cotton raincoats, as he finds grey, black,…

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Q and Answer: What Should I Get for My Second Pair of Dress Trousers?

March 1, 2012

Q And Answer: What Should I Get For My Second Pair Of Dress Trousers?

Chris writes: I mostly wear jeans and chinos, but I’m slowly working my way towards a more work-appropriate wardrobe. As such,…

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The More Affordable Grenadine

February 29, 2012

The More Affordable Grenadine

This past Monday, I received a gold grenadine from Paul Winston. Mr. Winston, as you may know, is heir to…

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Yoox sale: up to 80% off.

February 23, 2012

Yoox Sale: Up To 80% Off.

Yoox sale: up to 80% off. We’ve taken the liberty of clicking on some brands for you to reduce Yoox…

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The Black Tie Shoe That’s Good For Something Else

February 23, 2012

The Black Tie Shoe That’s Good For Something Else

Kent Wang just announced a new shoe, a black plain toe balmoral (pictured to the left, above). In keeping with…

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A basic wardrobe of a smart man should have at least five ties

February 23, 2012

A Basic Wardrobe Of A Smart Man Should Have At Least Five Ties

A basic wardrobe of a smart man should have at least five ties. This should include one self-coloured dark blue;…

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Country Mouse & City Mouse

February 22, 2012

Country Mouse & City Mouse

Country Mouse & City Mouse Almost all of menswear’s tradition is based in England, and particularly the England of the…

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