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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…
February 4, 2011
Q And Answer: Where Can I Find Size 34 Suits?
Andy Writes: Size 36 jackets don’t do it for me at all, I feel like a kid trying to look…
January 27, 2011
Q And Answer: Collar Stays
Yama asks: I’ve been getting frustrated with the plastic collar stays that come with most of my shirts. I see…
January 27, 2011
“Home Comforts: The Art And Science Of Keeping House,”
When I was researching the Q&A for episode four of Put This On, I reached for one of my favorite…
January 26, 2011
You Don’t Need To Wear A Tuxedo If You’re Being Married
I’ve written extensively on the subject of weddings, but I’ve been getting more emails, so I’ll write it again. You…
January 10, 2011
Q And Answer: What Rules Do You Break?
Kevin writes: I enjoy your posts on PTO, especially those that have to do with the rules and conventions of…
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…
January 5, 2011
Q And Answer: What To Wear To A Funeral?
DTC asks: Funerals often get mentioned as a slam against the black suit. However, what is appropriate wear for a…
January 4, 2011
Q And Answer: Why Are There Two Buttons On My Cuff?
Alejandro writes: What’s the deal with the extra button on shirt cuffs? I’d always assumed that it was so people…
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?…
December 5, 2010
Good, Fast, Cheap, Pick Two
John writes: I’m trying to transition to better, more interesting clothing, but when I double-check the internets regarding whether something…
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