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TeacherAshley Weston — Fit First: Color, Essentials, and Outfits That Actually Work
Ashley Weston is a menswear stylist who teaches ordinary men fit, color, and outfit construction with a working stylist's numeric …
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TeacherBrian Sacawa — Fit First: Rules, Tailoring, and Classic Menswear
Brian Sacawa is the founder of He Spoke Style and a retired U.S. Army Field Band saxophonist who teaches classic menswear as a …
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ResourceThe 50 Most Important Fabrics That Every Gentleman Knows
The Gazette team provides a comprehensive guide to 50 essential fabrics in classic menswear, categorizing them by function and …
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Resource10 Menswear Things That Drive Me Crazy
Sacawa addresses ten frustrations he's observed in the menswear community, arguing that people often turn harmless personal style …
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ResourceHow to Make Your Clothes Last 10x Longer
Sacawa teaches that most clothing damage occurs gradually from unnecessary washing and dry cleaning rather than from actual wear. He …
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ResourceWhy Most Men Fail at Style (And How This System Fixes It)
Sacawa teaches how to build a reliable 'floor' of outfits for low-energy days when motivation to get dressed is lacking. He …
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ResourceI Tried a $1,700 Mini Fridge, Barefoot Sneakers & Comfy Shorts (Recent Pickups)
McGoff reviews a variety of products sent by brands and personal purchases across categories including accessories, watches, shoes, …
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ResourceEverything I Wore At Pitti Uomo 109
Sacawa documents his week attending Pitti Uomo, the world's premier men's wear trade show in Florence, by showcasing seven curated …
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ResourceThis Article Says R.M. Williams Are Great (They're Wrong)
The Gazette team critiques a New York Times article praising RM Williams Chelsea boots, arguing the piece lacks substantive research …
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ResourceHow to Dress Like the 1% Man (Mastering Outfits, Fabrics, and Quiet Luxury Brands)
Centeno presents outfit combinations for various occasions—from casual business meetings to formal presentations and weekend …
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Resource15 "Best" Men's T-Shirts (According to YouTubers)
McGoff tests and reviews plain white t-shirts recommended by various YouTube creators, trying them on to evaluate fit, quality, and …
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Resource2025 Roundup: Our Top Buys From The Year (Not Sponsored)
The Gazette team's founder shares his favorite menswear items, accessories, and lifestyle products from 2025, including dinner …
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ResourceI've Spent Over 20 Years Collecting Gloves, Here's What I Discovered
The Gazette team shares insights from their extensive glove collection, evaluating different styles, materials, and linings across …
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ResourceWhy Suits Look Bad on You (The Complete Guide)
Sacawa identifies and explains five major reasons men struggle to look good in suits: poor fit, style mismatches, inadequate …
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ResourceThis Outfit Is Basically A Cheatcode For Confidence
Centeno teaches how specific clothing items and outfit combinations can boost confidence through psychological principles like …
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ResourceWhy American Shoes AREN'T Stylish?
Centeno explains why Italian shoes offer superior style advantages compared to American footwear, covering design philosophy, …
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ResourceTHIS Is Why I Don't Care About Gendered Clothing
The Gazette team discusses why men shouldn't feel constrained by gendered clothing boundaries, exploring how items marketed as …
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ResourceWe Visited The World's FORGOTTEN Tailoring Capital
The Gazette team takes viewers on a tour through Vienna to explore local craftsmen, tailors, shoemakers, and specialty stores that …
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ResourceEverything I Wore At Pitti Uomo 108
Sacawa travels to Florence for Pitti Uomo, the world's premier men's fashion trade show, and shares his four objectives for …
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ResourceHow I Built My $41,000 Custom Closet
The Gazette team documents their custom closet design and build process, walking through planning, vendor selection, design choices, …
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ResourceNever Struggle to Style Black Loafers Again
Sacawa demonstrates five different outfit combinations featuring the Myrqvist Stenhammar II penny loafers, ranging from elevated …
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ResourceSave Money by Making Your Dress Socks Last Longer
The Gazette team explains why high-quality dress socks are inherently less durable than casual socks and provides practical guidance …
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ResourceWhy James Bond Doesn't Wear A Belt
Centeno explores why James Bond historically avoids wearing belts, tracing the character's origins to Ian Fleming's 1950s novels and …
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ResourceMy New Favorite Sneakers, Slim Wallet, Creed Cologne, Microbrand Watch, Hybrid Shorts & MUCH MORE
McGoff reviews a curated collection of men's lifestyle products across multiple categories—EDC accessories, footwear, clothing, and …
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