The thread of this story is the numbering system used to describe the new breed of super-lightweight, high-twist fabrics. Pioneered by Italian mills about ten years ago, these fabrics are made using high-tech...
To begin with the old adage "If is sounds too good to be true it usually is" is a good basis. If you see brand new Armani, Zegna, Versace or even Brioni coming from a seller with low feedback or from a country...
ONE-PLY Weaving one thread in warp with one thread in weft.This allows a wide variety of patterns at reasonable priceS. TWO-PLY Two individual threads are twisted together to make one yarn and tightly woven...
Vents, the slits on the back of the jacket, are meant for ease of movement. An "American" jacket has a single vent in the middle of the garment. The "British" has one at each hip. A ventless sport coat, that...
The Office Before you start shopping, ask yourself these questions: What kind of office do I work in? What is my role? What is my day like? What kind of image is the company trying to project?What kind of...
Contrary to popular belief, they're not one and the same. The term blazer covers solid-colored jackets such as blue, black, camel or Masters green. The blazer is one of the most classic and versatile pieces of...
I am writing this guide at the risk of looking petty, simply because I'm mad. I am not one to talk trash about anyone but I have been wronged more times than I can count and Ebay does not do JACK! Just about...
Not everyone needs a dozen suits all in the classic styles and patterns. Maybe it's only one great navy blue and a servicable gray that you carefully rotate. The most important thing is to start with the...
The most important decision in choosing tailor made clothing is the fabric. Today's fabrics are lighter than ever before reflecting booth technological innovations in spinning, weaving and the quest of...