Journal

What Bag Does a Gentleman Carry? Three, and Non...

A leather holdall, a soft document case and a plain backpack cover a working life. Which to buy first, why material decides it, and the hardware rules.

Polo Shirt vs T-Shirt: When to Wear Which

The collar is the whole difference. Where the polo belongs, where the t-shirt does, the fit rules for each, and the long sleeve option most men overlook.

How to Dress Like Gianni Agnelli: The Rules He ...

Agnelli broke rules on top of tailoring that was already exact. The four deviations he is remembered for, the one he never made, and why the trousers matter most.

What Is the Ivy League Look? The American Half ...

Soft American tailoring from north eastern campuses: natural shoulder jackets, oxford button downs, chinos and loafers. The six defining pieces, and how Ivy differs from preppy.

Old Money Watches for Men: Case Size, Strap, an...

A small case, a quiet dial, a strap matched to the shoe. How to size a watch to the wrist, the four worth owning in order, and why the price...

Best Shirt Colours for Men: The 5 That Matter

White, pale blue, cream, olive and a fine stripe cover every occasion. What each is for, why you buy two white first, and the three colours to skip.