Hanging with the Gooch Brothers
After featuring these guys a few times in our blog posts and podcasts, I thought it would be great to have an entire article dedicated to the Gooch Brothers.
suits
High Rise Selvedge Denim from Thee Teen-Aged
Purchased on eBay: The Polo RL Cotton DB Suit
Early Polo RL is one of the best ways to get a 1930s-40’s looking suit that isn’t actually vintage. eBay can really come in clutch!
Classic Menswear in the LA Arts District
I always advocate trying to make menswear look natural and easy by taking dorky pictures. Especially if it’s in the cool, LA Arts District. It’s just nice to be dressed up with your friends, acting like yourselves instead of as models who are paid to hold a bottle of soda.
The 1930’s Peak Lapel, Double-Pleated Patch Pocket Belt Back Jacket
That title is a mouthful, but it’s exactly what this beast of a jacket is. They really don’t make jackets like this anymore!
A Case for the Knit Cap
It seems that in the world of menswear, hats are a bit of a touchy subject. I think most of us agree that it’s an elegant piece that provides some old school vibes, but it’s difficult to put into practice. In those conversations, it’s mainly about fedoras and flat caps where the negative comments tend to be directed toward ballcaps and beanies. But truth be told, I really like the beanie.
Two Ties from GENTL SUPPLY
Disclaimer: We received two complimentary ties and I decided to write about them.
Continuing our small coverage of affordable contemporary tie brands, I give you GENTL SUPPLY. They actually had to slide in my DMs since I literally shop for ties by searching “1930’s tie” on eBay. Go figure!
Keeping the Full Cut: The 1940’s Navy Flannel DB Suit
An elegant DB is a must for any classic or vintage menswear enthusiast. But do I taper the legs to make it more “timeless”?
The Wellema Hat Co.
We talked about doing interviews and features a long time ago, and I’m glad to finally bring that to the blog. Our first guest is Cody Wellema, of the Wellema Hat Co., who has an atelier that is literally five minutes from where I live.
Dapper Day Visits the Natural History Museum
Warning: Post is slightly NSFW due to tattoo exhibit pictures.
Unlike the nocturnal escapades of Ben Stiller’s Larry Daley, the guys and I only spent an afternoon at the museum. Luckily, there we didn’t have any trouble from the tablet of Ahkmenrah.
a little bit of rest 