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December 20, 2014
Back When Santa Wore Brooks Brothers
From a 1928 catalog of Brooks Brothers, back when Santa wore soft shouldered, 3-roll-2 suit jackets and trousers with deep…
December 15, 2014
Shoes For Rainy Days
We’ve been suffering through some pretty bad storms here in San Francisco. When the weather is this wet, you need…
December 11, 2014
In Praise Of Long Overcoats
Most overcoats these days come about mid-thigh. That’s partly because most are worn by men who drive on a regular…
November 3, 2014
Three Ways To Wear Leather Jackets
Purchasing a leather jacket for the first time can feel intimidating. They’re expensive, for one, and there’s always that nagging…
October 27, 2014
The Classic Mac
The king of classic raincoats is the double-breasted trench, but nowadays, a single-breasted mac can feel a lot more practical….
October 15, 2014
Splurging On Outerwear And Knitwear
The centerpiece of almost any ensemble tends to be outermost layer. It’s what people see most easily, and what covers…
September 15, 2014
Chipp’s New Matka Cloth Ties
We’ve been longtime fans of Chipp Neckwear, well before they became one of our sponsors. The reason is, simply, they…
September 8, 2014
So Long, Trad
Ivy Style reports that Brooks Brothers will no longer be stocking their traditional fit shirts on store shelves. Instead, shops…
September 3, 2014
Q And Answer: What To Pack For Traveling To Cold Climates?
Erieking writes us to ask: I’m looking to travel to Europe next year, and will be in many different climates. I have…
August 21, 2014
Real People: Tweed, Oxford, And Wool Challis
We’re still about a month away from fall, but I’m already thinking about heavy flannels and thick coats. Derek from Nashville …
August 4, 2014
Q And Answer: How High Should Trousers Come Up?
Peter writes to us to ask: I read Monty Don’s article about dirty attire and I love the idea of high…
July 9, 2014
Where To Buy Good Pants (Part One)
Readers often ask us if we have any recommendations for where to buy good trousers. Usually grey flannels, as those…
June 25, 2014
A Summertime Favorite: Penny Loafers
Once the weather warms up and the days get long, I often find that the best shoes are either sneakers…
June 7, 2014
Q And Answer: Where Can I Find Odd-Sized Suits?
Mike asks: Where can I find odd/less common suit sizes (my natural fit is a 45r, which is quite difficult…
June 5, 2014
Expanding A Shirt Wardrobe In The Summertime
Luciano Barbera once said that while you can have too many clothes, you can never have too many shirts. “Shirts…