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The Stories and Hands of Shoe Shiners

April 25, 2015

The Stories And Hands Of Shoe Shiners

The New York Times Magazine has a wonderful feature today on shoe shiners, which includes some stunning photographs from NYC photographer…

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Q & Answer: How to Wear Seersucker

April 23, 2015

Q & Answer: How To Wear Seersucker

David asks: I really want to wear a seersucker suit this spring, but I’m not sure how to pull it…

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A Warmer Silhouette

April 22, 2015

A Warmer Silhouette

Tailored clothing for the last fifteen years has trended towards the skinny and narrow. Part of this is a reaction…

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It’s on Sale: OCBDs at J. Press

April 21, 2015

It’s On Sale: OCBDs At J. Press

J. Press is offering 25% off dress shirts through April 26, online only. J. Press was a contender (although not…

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The Transitional Field Jacket

April 20, 2015

The Transitional Field Jacket

Now that the weather has warmed up a little, it’s time to put away the heavy coats and break out…

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Folding a Larger Pocket Square

April 14, 2015

Folding A Larger Pocket Square

Pocket squares don’t have to fit you like a shirt or suit would, but sizing them right can still be…

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Slippery Slope

April 8, 2015

Slippery Slope

Fashion designer and menswear historian Hardy Amies once said that only heavy-set men should wear high-waisted trousers. On skinny men,…

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eBay Roundup

April 7, 2015

EBay Roundup

Ralph Lauren’s English- and Italian-made shoes are some of the best, affordable footwear options you can find on eBay (just…

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Our Beloved Sponsors

April 1, 2015

Our Beloved Sponsors

Twice a month, we like to thank our sponsors for their support, and say a little about what they do. …

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Shedding Season Is Here

March 23, 2015

Shedding Season Is Here

Pete thinks spring is all about pretty songbirds and lazy Sundays. As a pet owner, I know different. The beginning…

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“The Roll of the Collar Is the Most Important Thing”

March 11, 2015

“The Roll Of The Collar Is The Most Important Thing”

From Ivy Style, here’s a nice excerpt from an 1983 issue of Esquire, in which John Berendt opines about the button…

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Seattle’s Jack Straw Opens Online

March 10, 2015

Seattle’s Jack Straw Opens Online

“In America the distance between wanting something and having it delivered to your living room is not terribly great.” -Gary…

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The Denim Dress Shirt

March 9, 2015

The Denim Dress Shirt

Dress shirt fabrics are pretty straightforward. Most are plain weaves, twills, and oxfords. Some are end-on-ends. In solid colors and…

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Our Beloved Sponsors

March 3, 2015

Our Beloved Sponsors

Many thanks to our sponsors this month for their support.  Our first sponsor Proper Cloth is an online shirtmaker who…

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Our Beloved Sponsors

February 17, 2015

Our Beloved Sponsors

A big warm thanks to our sponsors this month, each of which have something new going on.  Proper Cloth is…

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