Unless you savor the idea of looking like an overgrown relic of your senior prom at every formal event of your adult life, you should own a tux. Think about it: Each time you rent, you’re slapping down a hundred … read more →

The belt you wear with your favorite jeans? It wasn’t made for dress pants. And while we’re all for skirting the sartorial rules around here, there are some instances—the big job interview, the fancy date—when you should play it straight. … read more →

I recently bought a pair of Acne dark green chinos. Now I’m thinking of what shoes would go with them? Congrats on the purchase, and on your shopping technique. Buy the pants and worry about the footwear later: That’s what … read more →

Which color of shirt will be appropriate for a bluish black suit? By a bluish black suit, I’m going to assume you are referring to midnight blue; a blue so dark as to appear black. It is used to great effect for tuxedos, as it can appear blacker than black in certain light. If it is a tux, I would recommend... read more →