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ResourceWhy Did Men Stop Wearing Ties (Long Neckties)?
The Gazette team explores six major factors contributing to the decline of necktie-wearing among men over recent decades: …
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Resource9 Shoe Trends We Hope Won't Last (and Why)
The Gazette team examines nine shoe trends they believe contradict classic menswear style, including squishy-soled shoes, …
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ResourceMenswear Expert Reviews "Peaky Blinders"
The Gazette team analyzes the costumes and styling of the TV show 'Peaky Blinders,' examining the historical accuracy of the …
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ResourceWhy is Shell Cordovan Leather So Expensive?
The Gazette team explores shell cordovan leather, examining its origins, complex manufacturing process, and the specific qualities …
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ResourceThe RIGHT Watch to Wear with Your Outfits (Casual to Formal)
The Gazette team provides guidance on selecting appropriate watches for different dress codes and occasions, ranging from casual …
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ResourceHow to Wear White as a Menswear Color
The Gazette team provides a comprehensive guide to incorporating white and off-white colors into a gentleman's wardrobe beyond basic …
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ResourceAre Isaia Jackets Worth It? (Luxury Italian Menswear Review)
The Gazette team provides an in-depth analysis of the Neapolitan luxury menswear brand Isaia, examining its $4,000+ suits and sport …
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ResourceBeat the Heat in Style! Summer & Hot Weather Outfits for Men
The Gazette team teaches how to maintain classic menswear style while staying cool in hot climates. They cover six essential …
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ResourceRanking $4000 of Creed Cologne (11 BEST & WORST Fragrances!)
The Gentleman's Gazette team compares and ranks 11 men's fragrances from Creed, using samples from the Collectors' Coveted set. The …
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ResourceMy Necktie Collection (Sven Raphael Schneider's Ties)
The Gazette team provides an extensive tour of their founder's personal tie collection, organized by season, fabric, pattern, and …
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Resource9 Essential Pocket Squares Every Stylish Man Needs
The Gazette team presents nine essential pocket squares they recommend for a gentleman's collection, covering everything from …
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ResourceWhy Did Men Start Wearing Logos?
The Gazette team explores the historical origins and evolution of logos in men's fashion, tracing their development from medieval …
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ResourceWhy Are Crocodile & Alligator Leather Goods So Expensive?
The Gazette team provides a comprehensive exploration of why alligator and crocodile leather goods command such high prices. They …
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ResourceTop 10 Classic Menswear Myths, Debunked (The HONEST Truth!)
The Gentleman's Gazette team debunks eleven common myths about classic menswear, including that it's outdated, only for snobs, …
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ResourceSunspel Polo Shirts & T-Shirts: Is It Worth It? (Review)
The Gazette team examines Sunspel, a British heritage brand founded in 1860, to evaluate whether their T-shirts and polo shirts …
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Resource8 Outfits My Wife Loves on Me (Favorite Menswear Ensembles)
The Gazette team presents seven of founder Raphael's favorite outfits, with his business partner and wife Teresa providing …
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ResourceWhat Gentlemen Wear at Home (& What GG Hosts Really Wear!)
The Gazette team explores traditional at-home attire for gentlemen, drawing from the golden age of menswear (1920s-1960s) and …
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Resource5 Leather Jacket Outfits (Classic & Modern Men's Style)
The Gazette team explores the history, selection criteria, and styling versatility of classic leather jackets in menswear. They …
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ResourceVintage Men Dressed Better--Here Are 10 Keys to Their Style!
The Gazette team explores ten areas where vintage gentlemen excelled in their personal style compared to modern men, including black …
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ResourceSpectator Shoes (Correspondent, Two-Tone) & How To Wear Them
The Gazette team provides a comprehensive guide to spectator shoes, covering their definition, history, and styling. They explain …
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ResourceWhy Did Men Stop Wearing Dress Watches?
The Gazette team explores why men have stopped wearing dress watches by first defining what constitutes a true dress watch—moderate …
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ResourceRanking Men's RTW Shoes over $500 (28 BEST & WORST Brands!)
The Gazette team provides a comprehensive ranking and grading of ready-to-wear shoe brands priced $500 and above, evaluating factors …
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ResourceIs "Affordable Luxury" Just Marketing Hype? (Myth or Magic)
The Gazette team examines whether 'affordable luxury' is a legitimate concept or a marketing myth. They analyze the contradictory …
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ResourceHow Can I Wear This?! (Mystery Menswear Styling Challenge)
The Gentleman's Gazette team challenges founder Sven Raphael Schneider to quickly assemble complete outfits using forgotten pieces …
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