Male Call
How to look good without overdoing it
Q. During most of my business life, I dressed rather formally, primarily in suits and blazers, and I thought of myself as a guy who knew a thing or two
When to wear a black velvet jacket
Q. Given that Coach Cowher, of the CBS NFL Today Team of broadcasters, was wearing a black velvet blazer at the Superbowl, seen by hundreds of millions, is that a
Laundry tips for longer lasting clothes
Q. I know you wrote that men’s proportions change over time, even when they don’t specifically gain weight. I wonder if that is why some of my clothes are tighter
A bit of ingenuity and some careful planning can lead you to a good fitting shirt
Q. I am a size smaller than most men and need a source for shirts that are 13.5” neck and 33” sleeve. Can you tell me where these could be
Clothing choices for the thin man
Q. You write that older men who put on weight need to adjust their clothing, but what about thinner men? I have a bit of a belly, but otherwise I’m
Choosing a dressier coat for form and fashion
Q. It’s late in the season to buy a winter coat, but mine isn’t cutting it. I just came back from a trip to Paris, where it was freezing, and
Why are my cotton shirts shrinking? Tips and tricks for proper shirt ownership
Q. I have been upgrading my wardrobe and have decided to go with your suggestion of all-cotton shirts. But I find that they shrink and don’t fit after a couple
Got an old tie? Should you clean it or toss it?
Q. I have a collection of old and new ties that are not all in good condition. Can they be cleaned or updated, and how do I know if the
What does “dressed to the nines” mean?
Q. Years ago, on my first formal outing with my new in-laws, everyone had gathered in the living room to leave, when someone remarked that “everyone was dressed to the
How to look fresh and crisp when traveling
Q. When I travel for work I always have an issue with my jackets or suits looking wrinkled. I have a 3-day trip coming up and would love to get
