In menswear, you can find few things that are as effective and time-efficient as a pocket square when it comes to upgrading an average outfit. Within 10 seconds you can make your outfit a lot more elegant if you know how to fold a pocket square and if you combine it well with the rest of your outfit. Therefore, in this guide, we’ll show you how to wear them, how to combine them, and how to match them with your shirt, your tie, and your jacket so you look dapper. Accessories are The Dapper Difference Accessories are not just an add-on to your outfit, they actually can make it or break it. To ac ..read more

Transcript: This conversation has been lightly edited for clarity. [Preston] Welcome back to the Gentleman’s Gazette. We are here in Stockholm, Sweden, at A. Marchesan. This is Alexander. Thank you for having us. [Alexander] Thank you. You’re welcome to be here. [Preston] Very good! So, tell us a little bit about the store. First of all, how long has it been here? [Alexander] Well, at this location, we’ve only been for two years. But, the store, I started the store originally in 2008, I think, or nine. So, around 15 years ago. But, I started at another location, small location. As you normall ..read more

What happens when your office doesn’t give you a dress code? Learn how to navigate this tricky situation without feeling out of place in the workforce. Consider The Work You’re Doing When choosing what to wear Think About Your Daily Role Before looking at what you want to wear, consider your role in the company. If you’re on your feet all day or need a longer range of motion than someone who sits at a desk all day, it is okay to sacrifice form for function and comfort. If you handle IT in your company, blowing dust off your PC tower isn’t a good idea in a three-piece suit. If you’re consta ..read more

Leather shoes are among the great wardrobe investments, and while many say they only last a year or two, the right shoe care techniques and products, like shoe polishes, can make them last even longer and maintain their pristine condition. We’ll rank shoe polishes today to help keep your shoes in tip-top condition! Transcript (Lightly Edited for Clarity): [Jack] Welcome back to the Gentleman’s Gazette. Today, I’m in London at the Arterton Showroom with my friend Anders Sundström. Anders is an expert in shoe polishing, and today, we’ll be ranking different shoe polishes. Anders, welcome to the ..read more

Does your height matter if you want to dress well? To put it bluntly, both yes and no. We’ll explain why today! Height is a key aspect of who you are, and while you can’t change your actual height, you can still impact how tall or short you might appear based on how your clothes look on you. So, if you’re looking to elevate your wardrobe to make the most of your height, we’ve got the best tips for you—and no, platform boots and shoes are not the answer. The right techniques will elevate your style, without resorting to platform shoes. Today is all about offering suggestions to make the most o ..read more

Why did a T-shirt and jeans become the default casual outfit for most people? Discover the surprising origins of casual style today! Casual clothes have existed since civilization began, but across cultures, the biggest determining factor separating formal and casual garments was the class divide. Even in the heyday of the Golden Age of Style, clothing was expensive, meaning that most people had smaller wardrobes—at least compared to today. The working class usually wore practical garments made from easy-to-clean materials. Even though certain periods of history saw practically every one of e ..read more

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