SHIRTS - WANT TO KNOW MORE?

// SHIRTS - HOW TO MAINTAIN AND MORE //

Shirts - There is more about them to know then just how to pick the right Color, Fabric or Print. Shirts also need to maintained. For example how to Iron them. There are several things to keep in Mind with this. Here are some Points just about Ironing: Temperature, with or without Steam, the way to iron them, could i even iron them? Well you see there are some Points to keep in Mind.

Its starts with the washing then the drying, the ironing (if so) and how to store them. You should always remember a messed up shirt will also ruin even the best tailored Suit. Here is a little example of how to iron a shirt:

After that i would normally recommend to use a Hanger to store your Shirt but sometimes we have to travel and the the question appears: How do i transport my Shirt? Well there are some ways to do this, like special Bags for example so that you don´t need to fold them. But we all know... sometimes we don´t have the space to carry a lot of Bags with us. 

Here is an Example for you how to "fold" your Shirt. I tried it and it worked out pretty well if you pay attention on the rolling part ;-)

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PS: I practice a lot on step 4.... just a little Tip.

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SHIRTS - WHAT TO KNOW

// SHIRTS - A BASIC GUIDE //

Shirts are as most important to a good Suit as the Suit itself. A bad chosen Shirt could mess up even a well tailored Suit. There are a few things to keep in mind when you choose your Shirt. The Color, the Print, with Cuff Links or without which type or Collar and so on.

But lets start with the Basic Stuff. The Color and the Print. Well as you assumed already, you have here a wide range to choose from. But in the end on top of all knowledge, it is the sense for a good Match what makes the final Point. But as in everything... This needs time. You find here a little overview what helps you to find the right Color which Matches to a Suit Color.

But we don´t want to make the things to easy. Some Colors don´t go with your skin tone. So what to do about that. Well here is also a little Guide that will help you.

Now lets come to the hard Stuff. Patters and the fitting Tie. Well this is a hard topic. But here is a Basic Guide which could help to make the right choice. Another Tip is to check out the Internet for Suit. Here you find often Suits, Pattern Shirts and matching Ties. This also can help you little by little to gain a sens for this difficult topic.

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POCKET SQUARES - A GUIDE

// POCKET SQUARES - A BASIC GUIDE//

Lets talk about another essential to a Gentleman's wardrobe, the Pocket Square. Appropriate for all formal occasions, the pocket square adds a touch of style to your Suit. But as in Cuff Links and Ties, here are a few rules when selecting your pocket square:

• White is always right. You will never go wrong with a white pocket square. It matches all suit combinations, and is a classic with a traditional touch.

• Contrast a conservative suit with a bold pocket square and vice versa. We’ve all heard the phrase " The opposites attracts.". With a muted grey, black, or brown suit it is nearly impossible to go too bright with your pocket square.

• DO NOT AND I REPEAT DO NOT match your pocket square with your tie. A perfect match looks tacky and over planned. However the pocket square should compliment the tie.

• AND NEVER, EVER buy those tie-and-pocket-square sets. The hallmark of an amateur is the exact match (besides Weddings).

• For the Fabric? You either going to pick cotton or silk. Cotton is for sharp, crisp folds and can pretty much go with anything. When you choose silk, you’re usually going for a classier look. Silk can be used in a very casual puff fold, but if you put in the effort for a point fold with a silk square, you’re probably going to use that look in more formal/business situations.

• About the Color. Well here you have as many options as you do with ties. Solid colors are easy to match and keep the look very clean. Patterned squares let you have a little fun with your Outfit, and can give you that extra "something" when you need it the most.

Little extra tip: With patterned ties, you will definitely look professional and very well dressed with a solid color square. The white cotton pocket square is your workhorse. If you buy one pocket square, this is the one to buy.If you ever are in a rush to get out the door and don’t have time to mess around with colors and patterns, you’re going to take this one. It goes with literally every outfit and color combination imaginable, and it is always accepted.

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CUFF TYPES - KNOW THEM

// CUFFS CAN ADD THE "SOMETHING" //

We talked about Cuff Links Types in my last Post but what about the Cuffs itself? Well even there we have different Types and every Cuff Type can add a little "something" to a Suit... or ruin it. Know them.

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CUFF LINKS - KNOW THEM

// YOU LIKE CUFF LINKS - HERE ARE SOME BASICS //

There are some many Types of Cuff Links out there, it´s time to get some Basics about them. You will see that they come in many variations. And like to choose the right Tie for your Suit it is also a good Idea to take the afford to find the right set of Cuff Links.

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