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September 12, 2011
Twenty-Five Pieces Of Basic Sartorial Knowledge So You Don’t Look Dumb
When I’m interviewed about men’s style and Put This On, I’m almost invariably asked “what are the fashion mistakes you…
August 31, 2011
The “Fit” And Proportions Of Your Tie
The fit of your tie is just as important as your other garments, and this is made up of the…
August 26, 2011
Three Basic Points Of Fit: Waist, Shoulder & Length
I want to highlight a few fit mistakes I see all too often on men in the street – and…
August 12, 2011
How To Thrift For Menswear
Part Three: Getting the Good Stuff So: you’ve got your locations scouted and you’re repeating our thrifting philosophies in your…
August 11, 2011
How To Thrift For Menswear – Part Two: How To Find The Best Thrift Stores
Thrifting is an immensely rewarding hobby, and a great way to find great clothes on a budget, but it only…
August 10, 2011
How To Thrift For Menswear
Part One: Thrifting Philosophies Thrifting has been a lifelong habit for me. When I was a kid, my mom worked…
July 4, 2011
Collar Gaps & Shoulder Divots: An Explanation
There seems to have been some confusion about this post, in which our pal GW criticized some catalog photos for…
May 12, 2011
What Is Traditional American Style?
Our most recent video, Tradition, features a conversation with Jay Walter, a true-blue American style traditionalist. The American aesthetic is…
February 4, 2011
The Importance Of Gray Pants
There are two essential casual pants: blue jeans and chinos. For every other situation that doesn’t call for a suit,…
January 5, 2011
Q And Answer: What Men’s Watch Should I Wear?
Trevor asks: Can you outline what kind of watches are appropriate for what occasions? Surely everything comes down to preference…
December 23, 2010
Q And Answer: Converting European Sizes To American Sizes For Jackets And Pants
Ryan asks: Why in the hell are US sizes always exactly 10 under the Euro size. Is that totally arbitrary?…
October 6, 2010
How To Dress For TV
I’ve been doing some TV work lately, and I dress myself for camera, so I’ve had to familiarize myself with…
August 17, 2010
Q And Answer: Choosing An Engagement Ring
A reader (whose name will not be disclosed for obvious reasons) writes: I understand that Put This On is primarily…
June 18, 2010
The Essential Man’s Wardrobe
Perhaps the most frequent question we get at Put This On is: “what are the essential elements of a man’s…
March 11, 2010
How To Really Clean A Shirt
From our friends over at StyleForum, a five-step system for getting rid of stubborn stains in shirts using vinegar and…