There comes a time in a man’s life when he gets his first suit. Most men think that they only need one suit which, in today’s world, is fine since most men don’t wear the more formal clothing of eras gone by as casual attire. However, it is smart for a man to build up […]
To Button or Not to Button… Now That is the Question!
When wearing a suit or sports coat, when is the appropriate time to fasten the bottom buttons? The answer is that 99.5% of the time, never; but there’s always margin for error or that acception to the rule. You have King Edward VII to thank for this more comfortable approach to suiting up.
King Edward VII, […]
Decoding Invitations
Sometimes events hit us like a ton of bricks. One day we’re merrily strolling along, telling ourselves how much money we’re saving by not spending it on weddings and hoopla every weekend. The next minute, we wish we would’ve bitten our tongue when we get home to 5 invitations for parties over the course of […]
Finding Your True Pants Size
Get a soft measuring tape, a full length mirror and let’s get to business. Oh yeah, and you might want to be undressed or lightly clothed. Now pull your head out of the gutter and let’s begin our lesson on finding your correct pants size so we never have to see your plumber’s crack or […]
How to Care for Your Silk Ties
So you’ve been browsing and you decided to buy some great designer ties. You’re unsure of the fabric or the care methods but you just know you’re going to be a lady killer when you add these to your usual, bland, white button up look. You get them home and think “These are great! But […]
How to Buy Dress Pants with Uncut Hems
For the Best Fit and Style, Purchase Dress Pants with Uncut Hems
When you purchase a high quality pair of wool dress pants, the DeCalo Fashion experts recommends “unfinished” or “uncut” hems. Here you will learn what uncut hems are, how they benefit you, and what to do after you receive your dress pants.
Wearing a high […]
How to Tie a Tie, and Why!
Seven Steps to Tying the Windsor and Four-in-Hand Necktie Knots
Need to learn to tie a tie? The most popular necktie knots are the “Windsor” and the “Four-in-hand.” Read on while the DeCalo Fashion expert helps you learn to tie a tie in either knot.
The Four-in-Hand Knot
The four-in-hand knot creates a narrow knot that tends to […]
How to Fit Yourself for a Dress Shirt
An Elegant Dress Shirt Deserves the Right Fit
You can always go to a tailor or menswear store to get your shirt measurements for an dress shirt, but you can also do it for yourself. When purchasing ready-made dress shirts, have the following measurements available:
Neck: To take this shirt measurement, encircle your neck with the measuring […]
Color Me Handsome: Suits, Belts, and Shoes
Know the Best Shoe and Belt Colors for Your Dress Suit
The traditional approach to selecting a designer belt to match your dress suit or suit separate was this: don’t wear one. This came from the sense that a belt interrupts the visual flow of a quality dress suit; hence the need for suspenders. Fortunately for […]
How Often Should you Dry Clean your Suit?
Quality Wool Dress Suits Require Less Dry Cleaning than Cheap Alternatives
Any man who owns a high-end suit or suit separate should be aware of the basics of dress suit care. High quality wool suits require less frequent dry cleaning than their cheaper cotton or linen counterparts. With cotton or linen suits, on the other hand, […]
