Avoid these mistakes when wearing a suit
Avoid these mistakes when wearing a suit By Derreck the Distinguished Rootsman A suit is one of the most forgiving garments a man can wear. It can make you look sharper, taller, leaner and more confident. The trouble is that it can also do the exact opposite. The good news? Most suit mistakes are easy […]
Business is business
Business is business By Sir Vincent Business dress does not have to be dull. It does, however, have to be appropriate. A well-dressed gentleman understands the difference between expressing personality and distracting from the matter at hand. In business, your clothing should support your presence, not compete with it. The purpose of business dress A […]
Observations from a gentleman
It sometimes strikes me… By Derreck the Distinguished Rootsman It sometimes strikes me how easy it is to undermine an otherwise excellent impression. Not with one dramatic mistake. More often, it’s the accumulation of small ones. A gentleman may spend considerable time choosing the right suit, shirt and shoes, only to let the details undo […]
Things to consider when buying a custom suit
The Most Important Suit Choices I could spend hours talking about all the details that go into creating a truly unique suit. Instead, let’s focus on some of the choices that have the biggest impact on how your suit looks, feels and performs. Cut The cut determines the overall silhouette of your suit and should […]
Looking good in the heat
Looking good in the heat By Sir Vincent Summer is perhaps the most demanding season for a gentleman’s wardrobe. Looking elegant on a crisp autumn morning is relatively straightforward. Looking elegant when the temperature climbs above thirty degrees is quite another matter. The good news is that staying cool and dressing well are not opposing […]
Material & fabrics
Should I choose wool, linen, cotton – or a blend? By Sir Vincent When choosing a suit or shirt, many gentlemen focus on colour, pattern and style. Yet the material is often the most important decision of all. The right fabric influences not only how a garment looks, but also how it feels, wears and […]
Colour guide for shoes
The wrong colour on your shoes will definitely kill your whole appearance By Sir Vincent Few details influence the overall impression of a suit as much as the choice of shoes. Get it right and the outfit feels balanced, intentional and elegant. Get it wrong and even an excellent suit can appear less refined. Fortunately, […]
