The Journal

Notes on cloth, construction, occasion, and the art of dressing well.

A Comprehensive Guide To Three-Piece Suits

It's no surprise that the standard two-piece suit has become the dominant fashion trend in most formal settings around the world, especially as formal wear has lost a little bit of its former midcentury glory and prestige. With office dress codes skewing more casual—even more so as of late—and white-tie events going all but extinct, formal wear has become more minimalist, uniform, and simplified. But the three-piece suit is an alternative means to meet that former formal glory halfway.

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What's A Gentleman To Do When His Suit No Longer Fits?

Even suits made with the perfect fit in mind are not immune from the one universal thing that keeps tailors around the globe in business. And that thing would be us, or that annoying tendency for everyone's dimensions and body shape to change over periods of time. It's always disappointing when you have a wedding coming up and your tuxedo no longer is as snug as it used to be, or your best suit barely accommodates a tucked-in dress shirt for an important cocktail party just around the corner. So what can we do about these inconveniences, other than have a wardrobe the size of an entire department store rack?

House Notes

Upcoming Summer Trends For 2021, and the Benefits of Linen

Ever wonder why brighter pastel colors are more popular during the summer? Or why wearing an undershirt as an extra layer can actually keep you cooler? In this article, we'll give you the rundown on summer trends for 2021 as well as the benefits of linen and other light materials, so you can keep your summer ensembles as comfortable as possible when the mercury begins to rise.

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Revisiting Everything Black Tie For Upcoming Proms, Weddings, and Awards Ceremonies

Events that were postponed or canceled are slowly but surely being revived as everyone navigates and adjusts to proper etiquette and physical distancing rules going forward. While some of us aren't complaining about being stuck inside, the upcoming spring season might be an opportune time to take a good look at your formal wear and to make sure it all still fits.

This month, we’re thinking about the difference between a suit that fits and one that belongs to you. Notes on cloth, construction, occasion, and the quiet details that make it personal.
— ENZO

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Optimizing Your Professional Attire For Warmer Weather

In our previous installment related to preparing your wardrobe for the changing seasons, we covered the best ways to optimize your professional attire for colder weather. We want to remind everyone that above all else, staying warm and staying safe is a top priority, so we understand that style might not be a major concern at this very moment; but when it is safe and comfortable enough to venture back outside on those brisk morning strolls to the office, it's worth glancing over.

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Quick Fashion Tips That Aren't Always Obvious

Often, small things can go overlooked and have a profound effect on your overall fashion sense, as one's style is only as good as the sum of all its component parts. Your belt, your shoes, your jacket, your tie, your dress shirt, and even your watch and cufflinks all work symbiotically to create a look that you'll either love or loathe by the end of any given evening. So how do we figure out what makes or breaks an outfit?

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Keeping A Broad Selection of Ties On Hand: How Many Is Too Many?

Out of all the accessories one may have in their wardrobe at their disposal, neckties along with bow ties have many benefits and versatile uses. Barring maybe cufflinks and extra buttons, ties take up the least amount of room as far as accessories go, so even if you're limited on closet space, your wardrobe should be accommodating even if you have close to a hundred ties. As far as their versatility is concerned, ties can change the overall vibe of your outfit if the occasion calls for it. Most of all, the greatest benefit of the tie by far is its endless style possibilities.