Description
Guys don t wear wolf pelts anymore, but not much else has changed in the world of men s clothes: the right suit, or tie, or shirt, or shoes still projects mystery, erotic potential, and power. And to negotiate these hurdles with style and confidence, Men s Style is indispensable---a valuable source of practical advice for how to dress in a world of conflicting fashion imperatives, and a witty guide to the history, trends, codes, and conventions of men s attire.
In chapters and amusing sidebars on shoes, suits, shirts and ties, formal and casual wear, underwear and swimsuits, cufflinks and watches, coats, hats, and scarves, Russell Smith steers a confident course between the twin hazards of blandness and vulgarity to articulate a philosophy of dress that can take you anywhere.
Here you ll find the rules for looking the part at the office, a formal function, or the hippest party---and learn when you can toss those rules aside. And you ll find level answers to all of your questions. What color suit should a man buy first? Should socks match the belt, pants, or shoes? What tuxedos are always in, and which aren t ever? And what s required of ambiguous social situations like dress casual and black-tie optional? The answers are here, in a book that s full of trivia, history, and guidance---finally, the perfect guide for brothers, fathers, sons, and selves.
About the Author
Russell Smith writes weekly columns on both fashion and the media in Toronto s Globe and Mail. He has written for publications including the New York Review of Books, Details, and Travel and Leisure.
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