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January 11, 2010
Q And Answer: What Is Bespoke?
Ryan asks us: In your blog today you mentioned bespoke clothing. What does this refer to? Bespoke clothing is made…
January 4, 2010
Q And Answer: Black Tie
Josh writes: I want ONE tux that will be stylish AND timeless. Does this exist? I know I’ll be in…
December 19, 2009
Eight Days Of Style
Reader Lucy wrote to us to ask that we suggest eight super-basic, affordable Hanukkah gifts for her boyfriend “to replace…
December 10, 2009
Q And Answer: Are Expensive Ties Worth It?
Ian writes: You recently posted about a $60 tie. My immediate thought when I saw it (and whenever I see…
December 9, 2009
It’s On Sale – Viyella Classic Check Sport Shirt
Viyella was the first branded fabric – created in England in 1893. It’s a blend of cotton and wool for…
December 8, 2009
Some WWII-era Fashion Propaganda Follow-up
Yesterday, I posted, tongue-in-cheek, some WWII-era fashion propaganda. I’m feeling guilty now for not pointing out the darker side of…
December 7, 2009
Some Of The Greatest Changes To Men’s Style Came As A Result Of The Second World War
(photo via) Some of the greatest changes to men’s style came as a result of the second world war. The…
December 7, 2009
Guest Q And Answer: Will Boehlke On The Drape Cut
Gray writes: I wanted to buy a suit in the style of Cary Grant in Holiday in Rome – I…
November 25, 2009
The Cordial Churchman Makes Custom Bow Ties
The Cordial Churchman makes custom bow ties – for $23 each. What started as a sewing project for a husband…
November 23, 2009
Q And Answer: Brass Or Horn Buttons On A Navy Sport Coat?
Jordan writes: I just bought a navy blue blazer from a thrift store. The blazer came with old brass buttons…
November 18, 2009
Q And Answer: How Should I Size My Raw Denim?
Andrew writes: I saw your first video, and fell in love with the idea of buying raw denim. The problem…
November 16, 2009
Q And Answer: Altering Trousers And A Vest
Alan writes to ask:I bought a nice vintage suit on eBay a little while ago. The jacket fits nicely (although…
November 12, 2009
A Trip To The Tailor
I found my tailor the old fashioned way: by passing by while I was walking my dog. Having a relationship…
November 4, 2009
My Mother Spent Several Years As A Textile Conservator
My mother spent several years as a textile conservator. It was her job to clean and preserve fabrics of all…
November 3, 2009
Q & Answer: How To Wear A Denim Jacket?
Ben S. writes: In Episode 1, Denim, you said that one should only wear one piece of denim. If one…
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