Two Casual Warm-Weather Staples I’ve Had On Rotation This Summer
There are two style warm-weather pieces I've embraced that made an impact in my casual style game; one several years ago, one much more recently.
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The Casual Alternative to the Navy Blazer
A friend of mine recently invited us for an informal gathering to celebrate his birthday at the local Mad Tree brewery in Cincinnati. Who's wearing a navy blazer to a brewery for a b-day celebration? A tailored blazer, no matter how soft the shoulder, no matter the sprezzy open patch pocket configuration, feels wrong for something like that.
So what's a (rakish) man to do?
To Buy: A Blazer Made From Minnis Mock Leno Wool
This summer I've been wearing a Cavour blazer made from Minnis' Mock Leno almost nonstop. The fabric is having a moment this summer amongst a few of my favorite makers. I thought I'd highlight them, though while some have already gone on sale and/or sold through a size run, others are still available.
Four Makers I Saw at Pitti Uomo 104 You Should Be Paying Attention To (And Buying From, Duh)
This summer at Pitti 104, I met three such people with brands I became familiar with and am excited to share with you. If you love my content, please consider supporting me and help me get to next Pitti!
SuitSupply’s Roma Cut—Is It Any Good?
So I ordered a Roma-cut tobacco linen suit to see how I liked it myself and whether I would recommend it. The verdict? Read on…
What’s Exciting Me at Spier & Mackay This Spring/Summer
We're deep into the release schedule for spring/summer, folks, and Spier & Mackay has been steadily trickling out products like they're a water fountain. Lots to check out, with a big range of things—from suits to hoodies—but below you can find my picks.
Cavour—My Picks From Spring/Summer 2023
I'm getting excited about warmer weather, and the attendant fresh clothes that I will be able to wear. Here are my picks of the new arrivals at Cavour…
Where to Get an Eidos Lupo Polo in 2023 [Five Makers of One-Piece Collar Polos]
Eidos is long-dead. Long live Eidos. One of the most enduring designs the brand created was the Lupo polo—a new take on…
Outfit Inspiration—George Wang, AKA @beijing1980
This old Tumblr post has been on my mind again. Though it's clearly a fall-winter outfit he's wearing, it's something that …
Italian Tailoring for Everybody [My Review of PML Clothing]
When friends who are not menswear enthusiasts ask me for advice buying a new suit, I find it hard to make suggestions despite my wealth of knowledge, because of one or two mental barriers that are hard to cross for most: If it involves overseas shipping, they’re out. And secondarily: Is it too weird? On those two points, PML Clothing…
The Watches of Pitti Uomo 103
Here are the photos I shot of the watches I encountered while talking to people during Pitti 103.
