Indispensible Guide to Classic Mens Clothing

by Joshua Karlen, Chris Sulavic

A best-selling resource for men's style and clothing, The Indispensable Guide to Classic Men's Clothing takes the mystery out of dressing well. This volume answers hundreds of questions about classic articles in a man's wardrobe, from ascots to wingtips. It describes, in practical language and through dozens of illustrations, the rules of attire that every man should know for occasions ranging from Casual Fridays to Black Tie. Leading experts on men's clothing-from Brooks Brothers and Paul Stuart, to Britain's famed Turnbull & Asser and France's venerable shoemaker J.M. Weston- have contributed their knowledge to this concise yet exhaustive volume, which explains how to put together a wardrobe of timeless, impeccable style. Plus, the finest custom suitmakers, shirtmakers and shoemakers describe the fine points of their craft and provide tips on how to recognize quality clothing. It has been featured in GQ magazine and Wedding Bells magazine.

Genres: Fashion

196 pages, Paperback

First published May 25, 1999

Reviews

[Jordan B Cooper · Rating 4 out of 5]

A little outdated, and some of the advice was questionable, but overall a good explanation of classic menswear.

[Greg · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is exactly what it says on the tin

[Aldean · Rating 4 out of 5]

I looked long and hard for a book of "classic" men's style that could guide me to a more refined (as opposed to eccentric) sartorial presentation. After much research (and many special orders at the bookstore) I settled on this one, and I have been as pleased as Punch with my choice. It is not a glossy pictorial, but the simple black-and-white drawings are clearly illustrative of the uniformly-excellent advice that is dispensed from beginning to end. A handy little book that no man with pretensions of style should be without.

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

A solid overview of classic men's clothing, with sound recommendations on building a wardrobe.

[Mills College Library]

646.40202 K1852 1999