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From Cavalry twill to Moleskin - trousers for a Sports jacket
The sports jacket is a variable part of the gentleman's clothing, which for the joy of the eye, in combination with different trousers, gives a whole new outfit. Moreover, a sports jacket combined with flannel or cavalry twill is already perceived as a formal attire.
Christian Louboutin Spring/Summer 2016 collection
Spring/Summer 2016 also sees the addition of several new styles of bags to the men’s leather goods collection. Fresh styles include backpacks Apoloubi, perfect for the adventurer, and Explorafunk, suited to an urban explorer. Handheld Trictrac is an elegant and edgy update to the classic portfolio; the Benech Messenger, whether carried cross-body, on the shoulder, around the waist or by hand, is versatile enough for work or travel.
The CTDA Education Program
The Custom Tailors and Designers Association offers a program, which provides extensive training in all aspects of the custom clothing industry - from Measuring to Business Development - where all courses are taught by industry experts with extensive knowledge and experience.
More about the cut of men's trousers
Most men tend to consider that the cut of trousers depends on fashion whims and fancies. In reality, the details in the cut of trousers change season after season and the whole basis of the cut is changed every 10 years.
Bespoke and made-to-measure suits by Edward Sexton
The notion of romance has a unique significance for Edward Sexton. Not only is our approach to bespoke clothing influenced primarily by a genuine love for the tailor’s art, but Edward’s influences are distinctly romantic and nostalgic; the Sexton aesthetic is has its origins in the understated and masculine gentleman’s dress of the Art Deco era
Celebrities' style: David Garrett
David Garrett is a record-breaking German pop and crossover violinist and recording artist. David Garrett sets high quality standards. And he knows what he is talking about. In Fall 2007 the recording artist made his appearance in Germany with the release of his crossover album Virtuoso and he has been redefining standards in the classic and crossover scene step by step ever since. The native of Aachen, son of a German jurist and an American prima ballerina, can allow himself to sound out the limits. After all, at age 32, he already looks back on a matchless career.
Justin O’Shea presented his first collection for the Brioni brand
Justin O’Shea, unmissable man about fashion with his nipped-to-the-ripped-torso three-piece suits is the new creative director of Brioni. He’s already changed the Brioni logo to a gothic font and hired Metallica to be in the ad campaign and a series of spoof videos in which O’Shea stars.
What a suit can do for you. Top 5 best men's makeover youtube clips
I think if you read our site there is no way that you don't believe in sayings like "Clothes make the man" and ''A gentleman understands the importance of first impressions''. However, it is always good to watch an inspiring video and understand what a makeover really does to men. We have selected 5 videos that illustrate that very well.
Laying the foundations for Operational Excellence
Over 70 managers and Theory of Constraints paractitioners and consultants gathered in Fukuoka, Japan, for the 26h TOCPA Conference, hosted by Juntos Consulting Int. One of the lecturers of the conference was Oded Cohen, who has more than 35 years of experience in developing, teaching and implementing TOC methodology, solutions and implementation processes. Here is his presentation about Laying the foundations for Operational Excellence.
Suit tailoring by Maurice Sedwell
It is not just the perfect fitting of cloth to the body which is the hallmark of Maurice Sedwell - it is that indefinable element of style. Every suit is individually designed, hand cut and hand tailored to the highest standard attainable.
Richard James Autumn/Winter 2016
Autumn/Winter 2016 Chains + Cranes collection sounds its horn hard, hoists the red ensign and puts its enticingly exotic cargo and correspondingly cosmopolitan crew in under a silver-grey sky at London’s docks in the midwinter of 1935.
Rock band Metallica are the stars of Brioni’s first advertising campaign with Justin O'Shea
Justin O'Shea selected Metallica for his first Brioni campaign. The four members of American band are shot by photographer Zackery Michael. The campaign marks the first steps of recently appointed creative director Justin O'Shea - the tattooed, Australian former fashion director of MyTheresa.
Roger Federer is Most Stylish Man June 2016 in Sports
Roger Federer is a Swiss professional tennis player who is currently ranked world number 3 by the Association of Tennis Professionals. His accomplishments in professional tennis cause him to be regarded by many as the greatest tennis player of all time.
Tom Baker - traditional and avant-garde bespoke tailoring
Tom Baker specialises in both traditional and avant-garde bespoke tailoring. He trained for five years at Hardy Amies (Savile Row) until 1996 when he founded Sir Tom Baker in Soho, London. It was on Savile Row that he was taught to cut and fit in the most classical English way.
Savile Row tailors: William Hunt
Fiercely masculine with splashes of colour, William Hunt's designs are noted for their ability to make the wearer feel seven pounds lighter and two inches taller.
The Panama hat
Panama Hats are wardrobe essentials for the summer months for those looking to add a touch of glamour to their outfits. This stylish men’s summer hat is the perfect accessory that has seen its recent rise in popularity as can be seen in crowds at Wimbledon, Lord’s and Glastonbury and at summer weddings throughout Great Britain. But what differentiates the Panama straw hat from a regular straw trilby or fedora hat?
Men's suits fashion trends: Brown suits
Brown is among the most common colors in men's suits. That's pretty logical, because brown is less formal than black (which is especially inappropriate for Summer) and depending on the shade and the fabric it could be both super stylish (great for business suits, for example) and casually fresh (cool for meetings on the sea side).
Paris Fashion Week: Dior Homme Spring-Summer 2017 collection
Designed by Kris Van Assche, the Dior Homme collection for Summer 2017 drives an explicit evolution, channeling the energy of Haçienda youth through the industrial landscape of a utopian fun fair.
Made-to-measure suits by Timothy Everest
Timothy Everest’s eponymous tailoring company was established 25 years ago in the East End of London, catering to the bespoke needs, wants and desires of some of the worlds most stylish gentlemen and women – from artists to hedge fund managers to rock stars.
Mr Jones' Rules for the Modern Man
Dylan Jones has served as an editor of the UK version of men's fashion and lifestyle magazine GQ since 1999. He defines his book Mr Jones' Rules for the Modern Man as moderately successful.
5 tips for buying made-to-measure suits
Here are some tips to follow when you are buying a made-to-measure suit.
The Business Suit
The business suit for a man is like a business card in the society. It should fully represents the nature of the gentleman. Contempt to your suit is automatically contempt to your business.
Savile Row tailors: The Savile Row company
As a company, the Savile Row company has made it their mission to provide the customers with genuine luxury clothing at affordable prices. They also aim to extend these same high standards across all aspects of business, with particular focus being placed on a truly exceptional and personal level of customer service; to them, this isn’t considered a luxury, it is the fundamental foundation on which their business has been built.
The best of UK's menswear during the London Collections: Men
London Collections: Men June 2016 edition was held earlier this month in British capital. During the event Jermyn Street - in the heart of the West End - was transformed into an open air catwalk, as St James's hosted a series of men's fashion shows for the public.
Eton shirts Spring/Summer 2016 collection
Spring/Summer 2016 marks a new chapter for Eton. We reveal an Eton that has gone through a renovation. The change can be seen in everything from the logo and labeling to interior and nonetheless, the collection.
Andrea Neri menswear as exaltation of Tuscany beauty
A sartorial tradition with an undisputed cultural heritage, which recalls the unconventional but innate and refined charm of this region. A wonderful colour palette, that evokes ancestral traditions and endless landscapes in fine textile masterpieces.
Paris Fashion Week: Valentino Spring-Summer 2017 men's collection
Maria Grazia Chiuri & Pierpaolo Piccioli presented their latest men's collection in France, during the Paris Fashion Week (June 22-26, 2016). The designer duo's inspiration was the exhibition 'Unfinished: Thoughts Left Visible'.
Master Tailor Rory Duffy opens Handcraft Tailor Academy in Ireland
Rory Duffy is proud to announce the opening of his school of tailoring "Handcraft Tailor Academy" (Monaghan, Ireland) - an institute dedicated to preserving the art of handcraft tailoring for the next generation.
Paris Fashion Week: Thom Browne Spring-Summer 2017 collection
Surfing was the key inspiration for US designer Thom Browne's latest collection, presented in France during the Paris Fashion Week (June 22-26, 2016).
Savile Row tailors: Gaziano & Girling
The best of the best. In terms of craft, fit and freedom of expression, the bespoke service at Gaziano & Girling creates simply some of the finest shoes available.
Pitti Uomo - joyful fashion anarchism
The transformation of a man into a wonderful frivolous mannequin, covered with draperies and Art Nouveau wine red, was a particularly intrusive trend during the latest edition of men's fashion platform Pitti Uomo.
Richmart - The most modern made-to-measure suits factory in Eastern Europe
Richmart factory is equipped with the latest technology in the sewing industry. It has CAD-CAM systems of Lectra, 22 cutters /automatic robots/, special working places of Durkopp and Pfaff in the sewing department, ironing from Brisay, production line for trousers with automats Durkopp and Baisler as well as Eaton system, four production lines Brisay for finishing.
The gentleman and jewelry
Times, in which a man could be decorated with jewels as an Indian Maharaja, have passed. And within the business world wearing a lot of jewelry is an absolute fauxpas.
Savile Row tailors: Davies & Son
Davies & Son has the longest history of any independent Tailor on Savile Row and we are proud of it. Their story began in 1803. Along the way they have acquired the tailoring houses of Johns and Pegg, Fallan and Harvey, James and James, Wells of Mayfair and many more, each one adding to their own knowledge, experience and history. In over two centuries of bespoke tailoring they have made garments for 4 Kings, 7 Crown Princes, 18 Knights of the Realm and 2 US presidents.
Paris Fashion Week: Louis Vuitton Spring-Summer 2017 collection
Africa is once again the key theme in Louis Vuitton Spring-Summer 2017 men's collection by Kim Jones. The designer has spent his childhood there and its exotic land, flora and fauna are a permanent source of inspiration for him.
Traveling Tailor Service by Butch Tailors Belgium
Butch Tailors is a Belgian company, manufacturing quality men's garments since 1956. To improve its relationships with the customers, the atelier's team has launched a Traveling Tailor Service, allowing them to meet gentlemen at their home or office.
Patrick Grant - the creative director of bespoke tailors Norton & Sons of Savile Row
Patrick Grant is a British fashion designer and creative director of bespoke tailors Norton & Sons of Savile Row. As a media figure he is best known as a judge on the television series, The Great British Sewing Bee.
After taking over Norton in 2005, Grant has been credited with rejuvenating the once ailing business. He relaunched E. Tautz & Sons as a ready to wear label in 2009, for which he was awarded the Menswear Designer award at the British Fashion Awards in 2010.
Pal Zileri Made-to-measure service
A suit that is yours from the first stitch to the last, produced by tradesman with generations of experience and designed for today.
Quality bespoke men's suits by Belgian tailor Aravinda Rodenburg
Aravinda Rodenburg is a young and passionate Belgian bespoke tailor - always very elegant and stylish himself. His atelier is located in Sandton Grand Hotel Reylof in Gent. There he creates perfectly fitting men's suits - each created for at least 52 hours and 3 fittings.
How to match and wear multiple patterns in menswear
You can wear as many patterns in a single outfit as you want to as long as all of the patterns contrast each other.
Mister Elegance Dian Hristov
Dian works as a professional model for more than 15 years. He has worked in Spain, Turkey, Austria, Germany, Italy and has photo sessions in New York, Las Vegas, Cape Town, Vienna, S?o Paulo, Cyprus, Malta, etc.
The scarf or more about draperies in menswear
For formal occasions and receptions, the dress code requires to add to your tailcoat a white scarf of fine cashmere lined with silk, which however is left with your coat or crape at the wardrobe.
Morning dress
For women, only a day dress with a hat is acceptable. For men, black or gray morning coat with top hat is required. During a wedding, traditionally only the groom wears gray.
Pitti Uomo 90, visited by Karl Lagerfeld
Karl Lagerfeld appeared sensationally to open a retrospective exhibition and to receive the high award of Florence, Fiorino d'Oro. The exhibition KARL LAGERFELD_Visions of Fashion at the at the Palazzo Pitti, Florence, included more than 200 photos, following his career as a photographer.
Milano Moda Uomo: Emporio Armani Spring-Summer 2017 men's collection
Individuals shifting within a pulsating metropolis who choose clothing to be present, live and to represent themselves, mixing recognisable shapes and signs in a personal way: it is a tense and sharp collection that stems from a reflection on today's meaning of identity.
Milano Moda Uomo: Giorgio Armani Spring-Summer 2017 men's collection
A synthesis that comes from introspection, while seeking to harmonise shapes and languages in a determined, straightforward manner. The spirit of the Giorgio Armani man embraces change, while staying true to its ethos.
How to iron a suit jacket perfectly
Primula ironing table's working surface is 120x42cm with the sleeve ironing buck. The height may varies from 72 to 92cm. Heating power of the working surface is 1.000W and of the buck - 100W.
Milano Moda Uomo: DAKS Spring-Summer 2017 men's collection
British luxury fashion house DAKS is also among the brands, which presented their latest men's collections during the Milano Moda Uomo / Milan Men's Fashion Week.
New online technologies change the fashion retail business
During 2015, in the United States alone, online apparel and accessory revenue was around $63.5 billion and is estimated to reach $100 billion in 2019.
High quality British fabrics by Huddersfield Fine Worsteds
Huddersfield Fine Worsteds is an internationally-renowned fabric manufacturer supplying the world's biggest design houses and most prestigious tailors with superior and selectively-sourced fabrics. The company is based in West Yorkshire, England.