http://themonsieur.com Stylish men's guide to living: men's style, luxury watches, global issues Mon, 13 May 2013 02:21:50 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ http://1.gravatar.com/blavatar/dafae4488d929d5065d141c6f6731208?s=96&d=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.wp.com%2Fi%2Fbuttonw-com.png http://themonsieur.com http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/28/smart-and-undeniably-casual-bucks-co-spring-summer-2013/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/28/smart-and-undeniably-casual-bucks-co-spring-summer-2013/#comments Sun, 28 Apr 2013 05:30:52 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=4124 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/28/smart-and-undeniably-casual-bucks-co-spring-summer-2013/feed/ 0 bucksco spring summer 2013- 5 Editor Jonathan Ho bucksco spring summer 2013- 3 bucksco spring summer 2013- 4 bucksco spring summer 2013- 1 bucksco spring summer 2013- 2 saddle back leather utility duffel bucksco spring summer 2013- 6 bucksco spring summer 2013- 7 bucksco spring summer 2013- 9 http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/24/the-most-stylish-movie-ever-made-the-thomas-crown-affair-1968/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/24/the-most-stylish-movie-ever-made-the-thomas-crown-affair-1968/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:14:54 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=4095 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/24/the-most-stylish-movie-ever-made-the-thomas-crown-affair-1968/feed/ 0 thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (22) Editor Jonathan Ho thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (4) thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (16) thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (24) Nifty shades of grey: Steve McQueen in three-piece Prince of Wales glen plaid suit. Thomas Crown's Mother of Pearl cufflinks His classic Persol shades. Patek Philippe pocket watch separates him for other men who are just "stylish". It distinguishes him as a man of means and taste. Note the waist suppression on his jacket. Buttoned up, McQueen cuts an impressive figure. Structured shoulders- a hallmark of British tailoring. Even relaxed and in a bathrobe, Thomas Crown is ridiculously put together. I don't know many robes with pick stitching. No decadent playboy lifestyle would be complete without a Ferrari GT250. A man can never go wrong with a charcoal grey three-piece like the one worn by Thomas Crown as he waits to clear immigration. thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (30) thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (28) thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (25) thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (17) thomas crown affair- steve mcqueen style (15) http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/19/watchmaking-kari-voutilainen-vingt-8r/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/19/watchmaking-kari-voutilainen-vingt-8r/#comments Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:43:27 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=4087 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/19/watchmaking-kari-voutilainen-vingt-8r/feed/ 0 watchmaking-kari-voutilainen-vingt-8R-1 Editor Jonathan Ho An additional power reserve indicator is featured on the Vingt-8R. 228 components in this calibre, a 70 component jump over the predecessor calibre 28 movement. Hacking movement and Maltese cross system are some of the additions present in Kari Voutilainen's Vingt-8R this 2013. http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/18/the-classically-elegant-neckties-of-gianni-ceruttis-passaggio-cravatte/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/18/the-classically-elegant-neckties-of-gianni-ceruttis-passaggio-cravatte/#comments Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:37:02 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=3997 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/18/the-classically-elegant-neckties-of-gianni-ceruttis-passaggio-cravatte/feed/ 2 elegant neckties of Passaggio Cravatte 2 Editor Jonathan Ho Passaggio Cravatte's selection: the tie classic, 4 folds, the folds 6 and 7 folds old Lovingly handmade by an Italian seamtress who happens to work for bespoke tailors as well. The folds of a Passaggio 'Cravat' With limited edition runs of only 4 per design (due to size of working material), you can be assured of exclusivity. elegant neckties of Passaggio Cravatte 14 elegant neckties of Passaggio Cravatte - crafting 5 elegant neckties of Passaggio Cravatte - crafting 4 elegant neckties of Passaggio Cravatte - crafting 2 elegant neckties of Passaggio Cravatte - crafting 7 http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/14/stylish-gadgets-for-shaving-charging-and-escaping-handcuffs/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/14/stylish-gadgets-for-shaving-charging-and-escaping-handcuffs/#comments Sun, 14 Apr 2013 09:36:00 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=4052 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/14/stylish-gadgets-for-shaving-charging-and-escaping-handcuffs/feed/ 0 stylish gadget- shaving brush Editor Jonathan Ho Stylish yet portable Charging for three devices simultaneously. No more fighting with the wife for USB ports! Awesome Outlaw Shave Brush from the Six Shooter Shaving Co. Till death do us part? Relax honey, I got a way out of this with my titanium escape ring. stylish gadget- charging flask http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/13/suit-construction-canvassed-vs-fused/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/13/suit-construction-canvassed-vs-fused/#comments Sat, 13 Apr 2013 09:24:56 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=4036 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/13/suit-construction-canvassed-vs-fused/feed/ 0 suit construction- main Editor Jonathan Ho suit construction- 1 An illustration: Floating canvas in a suit jacket. Left: Fully canvassed Right: Half canvassed. Image: Montagio Custom Tailoring Australia. s_bello-thumb-500x280-5045 s_bello-thumb-500x280-5045 suit construction- 1 http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/12/author-gay-talese-and-what-makes-a-real-man/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/12/author-gay-talese-and-what-makes-a-real-man/#comments Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:31:46 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=4017 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/12/author-gay-talese-and-what-makes-a-real-man/feed/ 3 Gay Talese and what makes a man - 9 Editor Jonathan Ho Gay Talese in Prince of Wale check double breasted blazer with Paisley necktie. Credit: Time & Life Pictures/Getty Images Gay Talese and what makes a man - 3 Gay Talese in Brioni. Gay Talese and his Brioni sleeve detail after refurbishment. A collection of his made-to-measure Vincent & Edgar shoes. Credit: François Dischinger for The Wall Street Journal Gay Talese and what makes a man - 8 Gay Talese and what makes a man - 6 Gay Talese and what makes a man - 8 Gay Talese and what makes a man - 3 http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/11/bonobos-x-the-monsieur-guide-to-menswear-spring-2013/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/11/bonobos-x-the-monsieur-guide-to-menswear-spring-2013/#comments Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:49:51 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=3999 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/04/11/bonobos-x-the-monsieur-guide-to-menswear-spring-2013/feed/ 1 bonobos guide to menswear spring 2013 14 Editor Jonathan Ho bonobos guide to menswear spring 2013 1 The Champlain Suit in Red with Ging Crosby shirt and Wolfeboro tie. Bonobos washed chinos: Blackjacks, Graham Slackers, Redrums, Jetblues, Grey Dogs, The Khakis, Stone Cutters, Panta Monicas, Picklebacks, Sun Belts, Jet Streams, Blue Points, Bucking Blancos, Dandy Lions Bonobos GING CROSBY shirt in Pomergranate, Royal Blue, Citrus, Navy, Light Blue, Turquoise, and lastly, Orange. Right: Bonobos Washed Chino Navy nlazer with red accent lapel buttonhole paired with vintage light wash blue jeans and vintage wash long sleeve heather grey tee. Ging Crosby Pomegranate shirt with Bonobos B's Knees shorts in Royal Blue Bonobos WEEKDAY WARRIORS: Monday Blues, Tuesday Blacks, Wednesday Tans, Thursday Browns, Friday Greys Bonobos Gentleman Collar Dress Shirt in Blue, Blue & White Check, Pink & White Check, Banker Stripe, Mini Turquoise Gingham, White, Navy Gingham. Contrast them up with these neckties-Kennebunkport, Welfeet, Saybrook, Cape May, North Haven, Ginghampton, Cape May http://themonsieur.com/2013/03/28/menswear-for-debonair-men-salvatore-piccolo-ch-carolina-herrera-and-oliver-sweeney-kilties/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/03/28/menswear-for-debonair-men-salvatore-piccolo-ch-carolina-herrera-and-oliver-sweeney-kilties/#comments Thu, 28 Mar 2013 09:28:16 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=3964 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/03/28/menswear-for-debonair-men-salvatore-piccolo-ch-carolina-herrera-and-oliver-sweeney-kilties/feed/ 0 debonair menswear- CH Carolina Herrera ss13 6c Editor Jonathan Ho debonair menswear- salvatore picolo napoli ss13 1 Salvatore Piccolo Napoli SS13- herringbone fabric and beautifully sewn lapel buttonhole. Paisley selvedged silk tie from Salvatore Piccolo SS13. As CH Carolina Herrera SS13 menswear proves, you don't need to be in a suit to look debonair. Being debonair is a projection of personal style. The red thread detailing on the cream horn buttons bring an otherwise typical navy double breasted blazer to life. Pay attention to the pick stitching on the lapels and the patch pockets. Although the details like pick stitching are incredibly subtle here, the subtlety of the accents as opposed to the navy blazer previously, sets the tone of dressing between serious debonair and playful. While it might be harder to wear the navy DB to a corporate office, this grey suit from Carolina Herrera fits in beautifully. Functional cuff buttons are a rarity in the ready-to-wear jacket but I take it as a sign that CH Caroline Herrera is confident of her tailored dimensions. Additional details like contrast sleeve patch and piping make this blazer incredibly debonair. debonair menswear- oliver sweeney kiltie tan 2 http://themonsieur.com/2013/03/18/the-monsieurs-guide-to-mens-smart-casual-courtesy-of-comodo-square-korea/ http://themonsieur.com/2013/03/18/the-monsieurs-guide-to-mens-smart-casual-courtesy-of-comodo-square-korea/#comments Mon, 18 Mar 2013 08:26:33 +0000 Jonathan http://themonsieur.com/?p=3945 ]]> http://themonsieur.com/2013/03/18/the-monsieurs-guide-to-mens-smart-casual-courtesy-of-comodo-square-korea/feed/ 0 guide to mens smart casual- comodo square ss13 2b Editor Jonathan Ho While the double breasted blazer is a weapon for sartorial formality, when paired with red trousers- it becomes dressed down. The navy patterned necktie lends the smart to smart casual. I wouldn't wear this to the office unless I worked in advertising or publishing. Never underestimate the use of colours to instantly "de-sombre" a serious outfit. Right: The green trousers and denim shirt turn business neckwear into an accessory. IMAGE: Comodo Left: Comodo Navy double breasted peacoat layered with blue poplin shirt and grey cardigan, paired with casual khaki chinos. Right: The penultimate formal navy suit with checked necktie. Image: Comodo guide to mens smart casual- comodo square ss13 6 guide to mens smart casual- comodo square ss13 7 guide to mens smart casual- comodo square ss13 8 guide to mens smart casual- comodo square ss13 9 guide to mens smart casual- comodo square ss13 10 guide to mens smart casual- comodo square ss13 11