- Paperback: 196 pages
- Publisher: Tatra Press; 1 edition (Mar 1 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0966184718
- ISBN-13: 978-0966184716
- Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 12.7 x 1.4 cm
- Shipping Weight: 204 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #444,990 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From Library Journal
Few "indispensable" guides are ever just that, but this title comes close to hitting the mark, even though much of the information provided can be found in similar guides, such as Paul Keers's A Gentleman's Wardrobe (1988). Karlen, an attorney and editor, and Sulavik, a journalist, use a question-and-answer format (e.g., "Should a dress shirt have a pocket?") that works well, and the candid remarks provided by dozens of clothing experts are an interesting feature. Helpful line drawings are interspersed throughout the text, although photographs might have provided clearer illustrations in some instances. While this is not quite an indispensable purchase, most public and academic libraries should have at least a few good men's grooming guides like this one on their shelves.AP. Steven Thomas, Central Michigan Univ. Lib., Mt. Pleasant
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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"According to The Indispensable Guide to Classic Men's Clothing, the two techniques [tying your shoelaces and tying a bow tie] are similar." -- -- As credited by GQ, June 1999
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5.0 out of 5 stars
If only I'd read this book when I first started working....,
By A Customer
This review is from: INDISPENSABLE GT CLASSIC MENS C (Paperback)
While its true that most offices have gone casual these days, this is a book that should still be in every gentleman's library. To be without this knowledge is to be at a grave disadvantage -- Even if your intent is to break the rules, you'll need to understand them first.The great thing about this book is that it covers the history, origin and derivation of classic men's style, allowing the reader to not only understand the grand traditions, but to approach modern style with a new awareness (read: power) and appreciation. I absolutely loved this book -- In fact, I wish I'd read it before I ever entered the business world, as it certainly would have saved me a great deal of time and money, not to mention an awkward wardrobe of costly and seldom-worn garments. If you're interested not only in what to wear and how to wear it, but curious as to where it came from in the first place, this is the book for you.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must have for every man!,
By Anton (Summit, NJ) - See all my reviews
This review is from: INDISPENSABLE GT CLASSIC MENS C (Paperback)
Very short, succinct, yet informative book on gentleman's wardrobe. The authors' have managed to cover the basics (e.g. suits, shirts, shoes) in a very readable prose, which can be read by (and understood and liked) by shoolboys.The book answers so many questions, which we are often ebarrased to ask, so as not to show ignorance (and instead write to the Style Guide at GQ).
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not bad at all...,
By A Customer
This review is from: INDISPENSABLE GT CLASSIC MENS C (Paperback)
This book is not an exhaustive 10 volume work on the history of men's tailored clothing, but it doesn't purport to be one. It accomplishes what it sets out to do, very well. With clear and concise writing, and tidbits of information from acknowledged experts (the likes of representatives from J.M. Weston and Turnbull & Asser), this book serves as an excellent primer on choosing high quality and classic tailored clothing.
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