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June 21, 2010
Simon Crompton In His Wedding Suit
How lovely does Simon Crompton, from Permanent Style, look in his wedding suit? This is relatively informal wedding attire for…
June 2, 2010
Q And Answer: When Can I Wear Seersucker?
Sam writes: I know the traditional advice that one should only wear a seersucker suit after Memorial Day, but I’m…
June 1, 2010
Q And Answer: Treating Crotch Blowout
“Crotchless in Chicago” writes: After watching your excellent episode on denim, I decided to try out your recommendations on wearing…
June 1, 2010
Q And Answer: Laundering Dress Shirts
Nick asks: Quick question for you. Since it’s the summer time, my dress shirts usually need washing after one wear…
May 24, 2010
Q And Answer: Matching Shoe Colors With Pants Colors
Adam writes: Is it acceptable to wear dark colored slacks with dark brown shoes and a brown belt? Usually I…
May 18, 2010
If Zach Can Wear Proper Black Tie With A Self-tied Bow, So Can You
If Zach can wear proper black tie with a self-tied bow, so can you. (OK, pedants, he’s wearing a black…
May 18, 2010
Q And Answer: How Do I Make Too-big Shoes Fit?
Peter writes: I recently bought a pair of work boots that are a little too big (actually a lot because…
May 15, 2010
Q And Answer: How To Care For A Leather Bag
An anonymous emailer asks: I’ve got a leather shoulder bag that I use a lot. how should I be maintaining…
May 14, 2010
Q And Answer: Pre-Owned Shoes
Aliotsy asks: Where do you draw the line on whether or not a pre-owned shoe is too worn to be…
May 14, 2010
Q And Answer: Flip Flops
Brian writes: Wearing flip-flops is gross and looks childish; I know this, you know this. A lot of people, though,…
April 29, 2010
Q And Answer: Short-Sleeved Dress Shirts
Clifford asks: My new question for you is, what are your thoughts on short sleeve dress shirts for the hotter…
April 28, 2010
Q And Answer: Protecting Shoe Soles
A reader writes: I have quite an annoying problem that cause my shoe heals to wear unevenly, favoring the outside…
April 28, 2010
Q And Answer: Suede And Water
Avi writes: I recently picked up a pair of Clarks Dessert Boots, of the Oakwood Suede variety. Continuing your recent…
April 26, 2010
Q And Answer: Can Pleats Be Removed From Pants?
James writes: I have two suits that I bought on sale a few years ago. I still love the fabric…
April 23, 2010
Q And Answer: Episode 2 Followups
Amar writes: Where can I get some of the shoe care items (like polish and conditioner) that you show in…
