Have you heard all the noise that’s being made about quiet luxury? Let’s explore what it is and how it overlaps with classic style. Shows like The White Lotus and Succession and the real-life dressing habits of actual billionaires and power brokers have revived interest in the menswear concept of dressing like a million or billion bucks without immediately looking like it. And with their mutual interest in impeccable materials and quality craftsmanship, you might assume that quiet luxury and classic style are the same thing in the menswear space. But, upon closer inspection, there is actually ..read more

The clothes we wear showcase our style and personality, but make no mistake: the clothing business is still a business. So, we rounded up seven marketing gimmicks to avoid if you want to be a savvy shopper. 7 Marketing Gimmicks Menswear Experts DON’T Fall For First, just a quick reminder that we’ve already made a guide on menswear gimmicks to avoid, which focuses on actual items to avoid buying, while today’s list is about how clothing is sold to you. Ultimately, we want to be able to make informed decisions and live with fewer purchasing regrets. 1. Miracle Fibers That “Wick Away” Sweat and ..read more

Now that spring has sprung, give your seasonal wardrobe a seasonal refresh with these nine exceptional scents that will help you savor the springtime. Today, we’re covering both mainstream and niche scents, and we’ll give alternatives for every suggestion so you find the perfect fragrance to put a spring in your step. 1. Limes by Floris ($150) Our first suggestion for a versatile and attainable springtime scent is Limes by Floris, a perfumer from London, which has been around for over 300 years. This scent is Jack’s, our London teammate’s, personal favorite. Limes by Floris–Jack’s favorite! T ..read more

In a panic because you’ve been invited to a wedding and no dress code was provided? Well, hold your peace as we explain exactly what you can wear as a guest for a variety of formalities, seasons, and wedding types. A brief note here: Today’s guide is sponsored by the German modern luxury watch brand, NOMOS Glashütte. Nomos has great watches, but we’ll talk more about them later. Visit the NOMOS Glashütte website Shop the entire collection The Nomos Tangente Neomatic Blue Gold will always feel right at home, no matter what wardrobe combination you go for. Determining Expected Formality  ..read more

Dressing well can be a challenge if you have shorter legs and, even if you’re blessed with longer legs, did you know that wearing the following things can make you look shorter than you want?  Confidence comes from how you feel in your clothing. If you want to make your legs look longer, the guidelines from this guide will help. But if you want to incorporate style flares into your ensembles, then that’s okay, too. It means that there’s nothing wrong with going against this advice if you want to. These guidelines are simply meant to help you look as proportionate as possible. AVOID: (Too ..read more

Does the idea that a fragrance can pair with an ensemble seem strange to you? Well, it’s true. Today, we’ll explain exactly what we mean, as we illustrate how considering time, place, and desired atmosphere can create superior fragrance and outfit combinations. 1. Consider the Season One of the simplest ways to create harmony between your clothes and your scent is to ensure that each is seasonally appropriate. For clothing, this involves selecting fabrics, weights, cuts, and colors that are largely suited to a season’s weather and temperature, so think lightweight linen, sport coats, and cott ..read more

In a world where owning and wearing wristwatches is a matter of personal preference rather than necessity, it pays to make sure you’re wearing your choice of timepiece with style. Whether it’s luxury watches, formal occasions, or a casual quartz watch, this guide outlines the must-know tips to elevate your watch and style game. 1. Wear your watch on the wrist that suits you Most people will default to wearing a watch on their non-dominant wrist. This means that right-handed people will choose to wear the watch on their left wrist, and left-handed people will adorn their right wrist with their ..read more

In the first half of the 20th century, bow ties were just as common as long neckties as a classic style neckwear option. So, why did they fall out of favor? Well, let’s put a bow on things and find out. If you’re interested in why men started wearing bow ties in the first place, we cover that history in our separate guide to bow ties. Bow Tie Guide Learn their history and more! 1. Bow Ties Emphasize Horizontal Lines Believe it or not, the way that the bow tie draws the eye may have contributed to its downfall. The silhouette and lines of your clothing and accessories massively impact how yo ..read more

As we’ve learned in our bespoke shoemaking experience, having shoes made bespoke will cost the customer time, effort, and money. But what if you could do it remotely? Yes, it is possible, and it’s less costly, too. In today’s video, we sit down with Simon Wegmann of Wayman Bespoke to discuss how they made our bespoke shoe! Video Transcript [Lightly Edited for Clarity] [Raphael] Welcome back to the Gentleman’s Gazette. Today, I have with me Simon Wegmann from Wayman Bespoke. Simon, pleasure to have you here. [Simon] Thank you very much for the invitation. [Raphael] So, we’re here in Florence a ..read more

There are a few worse ways to start your morning than with a coffee stain. More often than not, it perks you up more than the cup of Joe itself, especially if you’ve got a long day ahead. But never fret: our tips today should help you deal with coffee stains. The Science Behind Coffee Stains Most coffee beans are naturally green with their iconic dark brown color coming from the caramelization of sugars as the coffee beans are roasted. These sugars are water soluble so they would wash right out if it weren’t for the presence of natural tannins in the coffee as well. These are the same biomole ..read more