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May 11, 2011
Q And Answer: Should I Wear Non-Iron Shirts?
Shai writes to ask about non-iron shirts: I love the convenience but am not 100% sure what I’m giving up…
April 26, 2011
Q And Answer: What Socks With Plimsoll Sneakers?
Dave asks: I just saw Derek’s post on plimsolls. I picked a pair up for the summer recently and coming…
April 21, 2011
Q And Answer: Of Breasts And Lapel Holes
DT asks: Why do peak lapels sometimes have a hole stitched into both lapels? Why is this never (rarely?) seen…
April 19, 2011
Controversy Is Brewing In The UK Over Outfits
Controversy is brewing in the UK over outfits. Prime Minister David Cameron has issued a press release, announcing that he…
April 13, 2011
The Key To Ironing Was Putting The Thing You Want Flat Under The Iron
I jokingly remarked on Twitter earlier today that the key to ironing was putting the thing you want flat under…
April 11, 2011
Q And Answer: What’s The Best White Tee?
D2F asks: Do you have any suggestions for good, long lasting plain white t’s? Most white tees simply won’t last…
April 4, 2011
Q And Answer: Can Wide Lapels Be Slimmed?
DT asks: Is it possible to have wide lapels slimmed? The answer to this question, generally speaking, is yes. That…
March 29, 2011
It’s On Sale: Drakes Of London Checked Tie
Anybody getting married? £55 from £85 at Drakes
March 19, 2011
Here’s A Thrifting Tip – That Works At Regular Stores, Too
One sign of a high-quality dress shirt is natural buttons. Plastic buttons are cheaper and more durable than mother of…
March 16, 2011
Yellow Baggers
If you’re in the New York area, the blog Yellow Baggers offers regular reports on what’s for sale at local…
February 20, 2011
When Going To See A Big Name Orchestra, What Is Usually Appropriate Attire? Would A Pair Of Chinos,dress Shirt,tie,and Blue Blazer Cut It?
Generally speaking, black tie for openings, or white tie if you have it and it’s a big city and you’re…
February 17, 2011
Q And Answer: What Is Cocktail Attire?
Kyle writes: When one is instructed to wear cocktail attire, what is appropriate? Cocktail attire doesn’t have a strict definition…
February 14, 2011
Using Oxiclean For Stain Removal
In Episode 4 of Put This On, I address using Oxiclean to remove stains – particularly underarm stains. You can…
February 9, 2011
Q And Answer: What’s The Difference Between Plaid, Tartan And Madras?
Michael asks: I have looked for an explanation of the difference (or relationship) between plaid, madras, and tartan. The results…
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