Костюм

by Nicholas Antongiavanni, Николо Антонджованни

Эта книга, написанная в лучших традициях прагматичного труда Макиавелли "Государь", предназначена для тех амбициозных мужчин, которые знают: безупречный внешний вид- путь к успеху, а стильный костюм - пропуск в мир большой политики и большого бизнеса. От галстука до обуви, от носового платка до запонок - эта книга не оставит без внимания ни одной детали вашего гардероба, и научит вас использовать каждую мелочь для достижения ваших целей.
Выходя за рамки обычного практического руководства по стилю, автор анализирует гардероб известных политических деятелей и бизнесменов, остроумно комментирует их манеру одеваться и на конкретных примерах демонстрирует, каких ошибок следует избегать. Кем бы вы ни были - корпоративным "государем" по Макиавелли или простым менеджером, стремящимся сделать карьеру, - эта книга поможет вам сделать так, что бы ваша одежда работала на вас, подчеркивая ваш успех, вашу власть и положение в обществе.

Genres: Fashion, Nonfiction

Hardcover

First published June 1, 2006

Reviews

[Adam · Rating 2 out of 5]

Definitely on the higher range of 2 star, almost a three, but not quit enough. The book contained many things I already new. Anton's writing style is enjoyable, and there were plenty of similarities with The Prince which was enjoyable to read, especially the final chapter. However, overall the book was relatively boring. I feel anyone picking it up already knows how to dress, and for those who don't, it is not a suitable introduction to men's style, and readers will become lost within the words.

[Keller Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every man who wants to dress well must read this book.

[Nicholas · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a great source of insight to the art of dandification. The author gives useful and helpful hints on what to wear and why. This book describes from what worsteds a person should own and what patterns and suit types each type of person should wear as well as giving an explanation of why they should wear a certain pattern or cut of fabric. The one thing I did not like is that, almost everything came back to bespoke items. True they are custom made and will fit and look nicer than anything else. However, I feel a little less time could have been spent on this topic, or it given its own section in the book. There were more than enough examples given and after you looked up what he was discussing if you reread the section there is a perfectly illustrated example.

[Bjorn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good read and the author is mainly on the point and gives good advice. It is written in the style of the Prince, which is kind of funny and doesn't detract much. However, the author does not contribute anything that has not been better written in other books, "Dressing the man" by Flusser for example. Also, the book favours (in my opinion) American classic style rather than presenting British, Italian etc notions. Still a good read and a nice format for reading on the go.

[Jason Yang · Rating 2 out of 5]

The Machiavellian writing style had made this a fun read at first, but after a few chapters of commitment, I found this work short on content. Antongiavanni's comments are more of the usual fanfare regarding male fashion. Ultimately, while this was a quick read, I didn't really feel like it was worth my time.

[Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exquisitely written, entertaining, and illuminating little book. The author's intent is for the reader to learn the difference between the two goods of Formality & Dandification, while abhorring the wiles of Fashion. There is no magic bullet to dressing well, but with the tools provided here a man may confidently dress in a manner to do himself much honor.

[Bernie · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent introduction to men's suits, especially helpful if you have no idea at all. It's both well written and filled with tips that can help any man find the right suit. Some of my favorite tips include (paraphrasing) "your first suit should be gray- not so dark a gray that you're mistaken for a funeral director, but not so light that you couldn't apply for a job as one."

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Очень коротко:
первое, это очень смешно, если вам близка тема тема классической одежды
второе, книга требует более глубокого, чем базовое, понимания темы и владения соответствующим понятийным аппаратом - особенно с учетом того, что иллюстраций, способных пролить свет на то, что объясняется словами, нет
третье, видел ли автор книги ту иллюстрацию, которую выбрали для обложки перевода?

[Jonathan]

Gift of Harvey Mansfield to Jonathan. Based on his translation of Machiavelli's The Prince. Inscribed by the author to Harvey Mansfield.

[Adam · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some excellent advice, however it's trying a bit too hard to be arch. More photos/drawings would have improved it as a volume for reference.

[Akiva Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

idiculously fun