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June 15, 2011
Plan Ahead
Almost every week, I get an email that goes something like this: “I’ve got a (job interview / wedding /…
May 19, 2011
Let This Photograph Serve As A Warning To You
Let this photograph serve as a warning to you: when you wear “creative black tie,” this is what you look…
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…
March 29, 2011
It’s On Sale: Drakes Of London Checked Tie
Anybody getting married? £55 from £85 at Drakes
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…
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 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…
November 28, 2010
Morning Dress, Gentlemen
youdontmeet: thisfits: Morning dress, gentlemen. We must revive the tradition of wearing this for weddings in America. Who’s with me?…
October 27, 2010
Q And Answer: Can I Wear A Bow Tie To A Wedding?
Maria asks: I will be attending a wedding fairly soon and was thinking of wearing a bow-tie instead of a…
September 24, 2010
Cary Grant And Sophia Loren
hedda-hopper: Cary Grant and Sophia Loren Dress in proper black tie, and perhaps this will happen to you.
September 1, 2010
Our Friends At Improv Everywhere
Our friends at Improv Everywhere dressed for a formal ball, then headed to the beach. Delightful, as always. Of note:…
August 23, 2010
Charlie & Co
charlietodd: (photo by Ari Scott) I spent the day at the beach yesterday with a few hundred other folks in…