The rhetoric that French women are well-dressed is befitting and city style is just one aspect they’ve mastered. When moving to Paris, I was shocked to discover that come summer, Parisians flock to the neighbouring countryside to sample slow living, accompanied by their tasteful garb of floral adorned dresses, Breton and linen in excess. I’ve … Read more
I don’t like vintage shopping – I love it. It’s the thrill of the hunt that gets my dopamine receptors twitching; there’s nothing quite like the feeling of tracking down a pristine, pre-loved Louis Vuitton bag or the perfect pair of oversized earrings from the ’80s. Over the years, I have accumulated a list of … Read more
Not all tie knots are created equal, so which ones do we think are better left undone? As always, we’re approaching today’s topic from the perspective of classic style, so don’t consider our condemnation of the tie knots on this list to be a condemnation of you and your personal style. In other words, if … Read more
Among the tenets of classic style is dressing appropriately for your age and also dressing according to your personal style. So, how are these principles interested by men from different generations? We talk about menswear and more through the lens of Gen X, Millenial, and Gen Z gents! Video Transcript [Lightly Edited for Clarity]: [Raphael]: … Read more
Frankentrousers claim to offer the best of casual and formal styling, but are they an evolution of menswear or a modern horror? What Are Frankentrousers? Much like the similarly monstrous Frankenshoes we’ve discussed in our sneaker trends post, Frankentrousers are a hybrid of athleisure or practical pants, made with more formal elements—like a pinstripe or … Read more
Raphael’s Premium Travel Credentials I travel constantly—for work and pleasure—so what do I consider my premium EDC travel kit that I bring along with me at all times? I’ll share with you my experiences as well as my secrets with the help of Sterling Pacific—the sponsor of today’s post. Frankly, I caught the travel bug … Read more
Tomato sauce-based stains are some of the most notoriously difficult to remove, and today, we’ve got some tips to deal with them so you can enjoy your spaghetti without worrying it’ll ruin your clothes forever. What We Mean by “Tomato Sauces”? This guide is designed to help you remove stains from any sauce condiment or … Read more
Even in the summertime, you’re likely to need a jacket or warmer layer, at least for part of the day. Let’s discover the best summer jackets for women. Summer jackets serve a variety of purposes. They keep you warm, enhance your look or provide an extra layer that can enhance your body shape. No matter … Read more