I’ve updated my e-book to include additional photos for one of the Messina tailors, a few minor typographic corrections and more information on shopping and restaurants. The link above also quotes or references a couple of reviews of the guide by author Bruce Boyer and Hugo Jacomet of Parisian Gentleman. I also provide further editorial […]
Update: Sleevehead’s Guide to Sicilian Tailors Read More »
Let’s talk about criminal matters for a moment. Perhaps controversially, I happen to believe in rehabilitation for the incarcerated and those who have offended the public good in some form. I mean of course those pieces of clothing relegated to the darkest corners of the wardrobe – the sartorial misfits guilty of crimes and misdemeanors
The case for rehabilitation: Saving misfits and rejects Read More »
In addition to visiting the prosperous northern German city of Hamburg, I spent some time in Berlin, specifically along Kurfürstendamm, one of the main retail corridors of this historic city. The other primary retail area is along Friedrichstraße in the Mitte district. Due the width of the sidewalks on the Ku’damm, shoppers are able to
Berlin style: Holiday displays on Kurfürstendamm Read More »
I’m pleased to announce that my guide on Sicilian tailors is now available. Please check out the description of the e-book or click on the navigation button above for more details. To purchase, click on the buy now button above. Payment is accepted via PayPal, Visa and Mastercard. Below are teaser photos featuring the work
Introducing Sleevehead’s Guide to Sicilian Tailors Read More »
Belatedly, I learned of the recent auction of the Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. estate. He was the only son of Fairbanks, Sr., who himself was was one of the first Hollywood moguls and founders of the modern film industry. Doyle New York was retained to run the auction on September 13. Below is a selection of
Style icon: Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. Read More »
I’ve written about Los Angeles tailor Enzo Caruso before. He is not only at a stage in his career where his technical skills are superbly honed, but he also grew up in a milieu of well-dressed men who executed their style with skill and variety. Consequently, he is well-positioned to offer stylistic suggestions that go
Meet the sports suit: Courtesy of Enzo Caruso Read More »
An example of the Smalto cut with the distinctive “cran necker” notch lapel: Thanks to Tutto Fatto a Mano for this:
Parisian bespoke: Francesco Smalto Read More »
Last year I wrote about Vicki Vasilopoulos’ effort to complete a documentary on three Italian tailors. Recently she launched a crowdfunding initiative on Indiegogo to secure funds to finish editing the film. The goal is to finish in time to submit to upcoming film festivals. If you love men’s clothing, now is your chance to
Update: Men of the Cloth documentary Read More »
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