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How Harry Styles Wears Tailoring

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How Harry Styles Wears Tailoring

There are common threads in the ways Harry Styles wears tailoring. These common threads run through different stylists, and seem to indicate a deeply personal style. I'm going to break down that style, that language, and provide you with practical insights.

A Conversation with Buzz Tang of The Anthology

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A Conversation with Buzz Tang of The Anthology

I recently had a chance to sit down with Buzz Tang of The Anthology. What follows is a deep dive into not only what makes great clothing, but the spirit of a modern bespoke brand.

Pitti Uomo 103 Highlights

Pitti Uomo 103 Highlights

Men go to Pitti Uomo to get dressed like it's blood sport. They buy, and drink, and shoot, and *get fitted*. Here are our highlights.

How to Wear that Tie You Just Got for the Holidays

How to Wear that Tie You Just Got for the Holidays

Is the tie truly dead? What if you want to wear one?

Black and Brown

Black and Brown

Black and brown. A forbidden combination. Why do people say these colors don't work together? They look *fantastic* together. Like, consistently. Here, I'll prove it.

"Dress Code" is now "The Second Button"

"Dress Code" is now "The Second Button"

While hype for the show might not last forever, it will always be important to me. Does "the second button" really make or break the shirt? I don't think so. But I'm loving the conversation.

Dress Code Gift Guide: Holiday 2021

Dress Code Gift Guide: Holiday 2021

Chanukah is right around the corner, so here's a gift guide from Dress Code.

Pink University Stripe Oxford Cloth Button Downs

Pink University Stripe Oxford Cloth Button Downs

Oxford Cloth shirts in a Pink University Stripe with a Button Down Collar. Let's break that down.

Black and Blue: Mid-Light Denim with Black Slip-Ons

Black and Blue: Mid-Light Denim with Black Slip-Ons

A love letter to Shuhei Nishiguchi.

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Made to Measure and Bespoke Tailoring in New York City

Note that this is mostly just a directory listing. There's a lot of guidance out there about how to pick a tailoring house. All I'll note is to try not to get lost in quality—f you're going to splurge on a bespoke tailor, you have to appreciate the house style.

Chocolate Eclair: Dark Brown Linen in Tailoring

Chocolate Eclair: Dark Brown Linen in Tailoring

It's time for another summer treat. Crunchy linen in a rich, chocolatey shade of brown will sweeten up your day. Time for a sugar rush.

Creamsicle

Creamsicle

I've never been a citrus fan. Orange -- both the flavor and color -- never appealed to me as a child. But they grew on me over time. I can really enjoy a nice cold glass of orange juice or a deep orange sweater. In both cases, a little vanilla can go a long way.