Before Social Media: How Fashion Illustrations Influenced Bespoke (w/ Michael...
In the modern age, we are accustomed to finding sartorial inspiration through an endless digital scroll. However, long before the era of Instagram and Pinterest, a gentleman’s inspiration came from a...
View ArticleGentleman’s Gazette Sleepcast
A “sleepcast” is an audio program designed to help lull you to sleep, usually through the gentle and relaxing voice of the person speaking. Sleepcasts are closely associated with other types of media...
View Article6 Reasons Why Men Don’t Wear Spats Anymore
Spats, short for spatterdashes, are footwear accessories worn over shoes to shield them from dirt and water. Originating in the 1600s as practical gear, they morphed into stylish status symbols by the...
View ArticleThe Biggest Classic Style Wins and Fails of Every Generation
Curious how men’s classic style has changed over time? From the Greatest Generation to Gen Alpha, we’re breaking down the biggest fashion wins—and the most memorable fails—of every generation. See...
View ArticleWere These 50 Years THE BEST For Men’s Suits & Ties?
While visiting Richard’s Fabulous Finds in Chicago, Raphael explores an impressive collection of authentic vintage suits spanning the 1940s through the 1990s. In this fun conversation, the owner,...
View ArticleButtons Not Bullets: What Men Wear After War
For centuries, men have used accessories to add personality and refinement to their outfits. But did you know that men’s fashion has seen not one, but TWO major accessories renaissance? As accessories...
View Article6 Reasons Men Stopped Wearing Collar Jewelry
For much of history, collar jewelry was a staple in men’s fashion, blending functionality with ornamentation. From the Victorian era through the early 20th century, collar bars, pins, and clips helped...
View ArticleBorn on the Battlefield Menswear Garments with Military Origins
Many of the menswear garments we wear today actually have utilitarian origins that were created during times of war. Discover how they came to be–you might be surprised how many military-born items...
View ArticleWhat Men REALLY Wore in the 1920s
The Roaring Twenties, also known as the Jazz Age, are remembered for technology, innovation, high fashion, and wild parties. Many people cite this decade as the start of the “Golden Age of Menswear.”...
View ArticleCocktail Attire For Men – Dress Code Guide For Weddings, Parties & Events
Don’t Be Shaken by the Meaning of Cocktail Attire! Contrary to what you might think, no, cocktail attire isn’t any dress code in which you have a cocktail in your hand! Instead, it is an elevated...
View ArticleWhy Did Men Stop Wearing Bow Ties?
In the first half of the 20th century, bow ties were just as common as long neckties as a classic style neckwear option. So, why did they fall out of favor? Well, let’s put a bow on things and find...
View Article7 Things the GG Scriptwriters Regret Buying (Menswear Fails)
In our journey through life and style, many of us have had regrettable sartorial purchases. Today, our team shares the things they should’ve not bought! Video Transcript [Lightly Edited for Clarity]:...
View Article10 Casual Boot Mistakes Only Menswear Experts Notice
Boot-wearing has become increasingly more popular throughout the years, especially as a more casual style of footwear. But as more people adopt them, those not experienced or without the proper...
View ArticleWhy Did Men Stop Wearing Cuffed Trousers
To cuff or not to cuff? That has been a question men had to answer for over a century or so as cuffs became a regular option for trousers. If you look around on the street, most men wearing long pants...
View Article“Old Money” is NOT the Same as “Classic Style” (Here’s Why!)
Nowadays, “Old Money” as a concept is everywhere. With all the hype, you might be wondering, what does “Old Money” actually mean, and how does it relate to Classic Style? They do seem similar on the...
View ArticleWhy Did Men Stop Wearing Jewelry?
It is sometimes confusing for those new to classic style to learn how commonly jewelry is employed as a classic style accessory. This is because, in society at large, especially mainstream Western...
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