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A Visit to Supply & Advise in Miami

A Visit to Supply & Advise in Miami

Upscale menswear shop that has a dual personality. On the first floor you'll find Americana and military-inspired collections. On the second floor, you'll be wooed by their top notch suiting collection featuring brands like Ring Jacket, Hamilton, Drake's, etc.

What in the Sweet Hell is a Dress Boot?

What in the Sweet Hell is a Dress Boot?

The word "boot" has often times been oversimplified to refer particularly to casual boots. This oversimplification in turn feeds the misunderstanding that all boots are casual. I'm here to remind you that they aren't.

Black Lapel Made to Measure Suit Review

Black Lapel Made to Measure Suit Review

TL;DR -- this suit has only grown on me over time. If you don't need your suit immediately, and have had a hard time finding a good fit off the rack, Black Lapel provides an excellent value.

How To Talk About Suits

How To Talk About Suits

Quick and dirty: a suit is a set of matching garments, consisting of a jacket, pants (or a skirt, or something), and optionally, a vest/waistcoat. They have to match.

How to Talk About Loafers

How to Talk About Loafers

A loafer is essentially a slip-on shoe with a moccasin-like upper (top + sides), a separate, rigid sole (leather or, in some cases, rubber), and a heel. But there's a whole lot more to it than that.