Esquire The Handbook of Men's Style: A Guide to Looking Good

by Esquire (editor), Michael B. Dougherty (editor)

A completely revised and updated edition of the essential Esquire manual for dressing—and feeling—your very best.Style is a way of speaking to the world. Like it or not, what you wear and how you wear it matters. In this best-selling handbook from the editors of Esquire, you’ll discover how to hone your personal style—and even have some fun while you’re at it.Readers will find advice on how to buy the right pieces for their immediate and long-term needs while building a time-tested, cohesive wardrobe. Chapters are broken down by categories. So whether you’re learning the basics of suiting, searching for new knitwear, or educating yourself on the finer points of accessorizing, you’ll find the information you need here. You’ll also find out about grooming, denim, outerwear, and—in a new chapter entitled The New Casual—how to navigate an increasingly dressed-down world while still looking your absolute best. Each chapter begins with a short essay delving into the history of the category at hand. As you read on, advice progress from the general to the specific, introducing the best basics for your wardrobe and build;  specific styles, fabrics and materials to know; and tips on storing and caring for your fashion investments. Throughout, readers will find style icons, past and present, who demonstrate great taste and original personal expression. Visually bold with hundreds of photos and told with Esquire’s signature wit and humor, this sophisticated guide is the perfect gift for fashion enthusiasts.

Genres: Fashion

224 pages, Hardcover

Published October 22, 2024

Reviews

[Eric Sandroni · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is, hands down, the best book about men's fashion I read. To be clear, you can get all the information you can find in this book elsewhere. It's all out there in the form of YouTube videos, blog posts, and so on. That said, tracking down all of that information is tiring, so I'd rather spend a couple of bucks on this book and have everything in the same place. If you're remotely interested in men's fashion, you should get a copy of this book.

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[Dan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Any man who wears clothes should read this book. Some of the suggestions and rules it makes is quite traditional and safe, but good to follow the rules before you break them. Also, good information on clothes maintenance.