Gentleman's Gazette
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The Gentleman's Gazette aims to entertain the elegant gentleman with interesting articles and pictures on a regular basis. The Gentleman's Gazette is an award winning online magazine for classic men's clothing, accessories & Style.
Gentleman's Gazette
3d ago
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
Gentleman's Gazette
4d ago
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
Gentleman's Gazette
1w ago
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
Gentleman's Gazette
2w ago
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
Gentleman's Gazette
2w ago
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
Gentleman's Gazette
3w ago
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.
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Determining Expected Formality  ..read more
Gentleman's Gazette
1M ago
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
Gentleman's Gazette
1M ago
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
Gentleman's Gazette
1M ago
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
Gentleman's Gazette
1M ago
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