Mes Chausettes Rouges Socks Review
We all know I have an affinity for over the calf socks, as should any suit wearing man. Their functional superiority over mid calf socks is unquestionable. But unfortunately for us men, there are not a plethora of suppliers. Enter Mazarin and Gammarelli via Mes Chausettes Rouges (19.90 euro for cotton and wool, 49.00 euro for cashmere), which is...
Obama Takes It Off
Obama has no problem catching headlines. And he shouldn't, he is the President Of The United States Of America. Admittedly, I don't follow his, or other politicians headlines. But from time to time my attention is grabbed. Case in point, when said POTUS took off his jacket in front of a crowd in Berlin last week while giving a speech...
For The 4th
Not that any of you should need any guidance on what to wear on our great country's birthday tomorrow but all things red, white and blue should be in order. It would be un-American to not show your support. Depending one the days itinerary a few ensembles could be in needed. I, for example will have a day at the...
The Matthew Aperry Suit Review
As it starts with most suit companies I receive an email asking if I would like to review their suits. If I have heard of the company and seen their site before I need to do little due diligence. However, when I have not heard of the brand my first step is to do a little research. Something that...
The Elegance Of Linen…
Does linen wrinkle? God yes. But that is part of the elegance of it. It is somewhat akin to the ferry (or short plane) ride over to the Promised Land. But keep in mind, god also gave us the flax plant with the hopes of us humans making a cool wearing slubby fabric out of it. It is perhaps...
The Oliver Wicks Suit Review
A few months back I was approached by Bobby of Oliver Wicks to review the company's suits. To be honest, I was a bit hesitant at first, as the website needs some work and the photos on it are not the best. But now that I have worn my own Oliver Wicks suit, I can say that they do...
FYGblog On How To Beat The Heat In A Suit Via Business Insider
With temperatures breaking the 90 degree mark this week here in the northeast wearing a suit can be akin to a death sentence. Realistically, there is no way to keep absolutely cool, only ways to minimize the heat and uncomfortability. Business Insider just posted a piece I wrote for them with tips on how to beat the heat in...
Rancourt & Co Shoes Factory Visit
Lewiston Maine seems to be the epicenter of hand sewing here in the United States. This week we talk about Rancourt & Co, last week we talked about Quoddy, the other shoe maker in Lewiston. I am no expert on this, so I am only hypothesizing, but I would say that between the two they produce a majority of...
A Blazer With Shorts?
There is little doubt that wearing a blazer with shorts is a polarizing topic in men’s style. Classics and traditional minded folks are horrified by it. Preps love it. The misguided trendsters also seem to like it. And with a quick Google search you can find an equal number of supporters for each side. More consistent readers of my musings...
The A Suit That Fits Suit Review
I love hearing about new made to measure/custom suit operations. It means competition in the markerplace is increasing, which ideally will push each maker to produce a better product and differentiate themselves in some way. Theoretically, this will benefit the customers. This review of A Suit That Fits will kick off new round of reviews over the next week...
