A Well-Dressed Gentleman's Pocket Guide (Hardcover)

by Oscar Lenius (Author)

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Product Description
"For men whose sensibilities lead them toward classic dress, but whose knowledge is less than complete because of youth or inexperience, there is A Well-Dressed Gentleman’s Pocket Guide. Warnings of classic faux pas alone are worth the cover price." —From the foreword

While fashion is subject to seasonal change, the wardrobe of the man who dresses in classic style is marked by a distinctive continuity. A Well-Dressed Gentleman’s Pocket Guide is both an etiquette and a history of impeccable dressing and classic styling. It illustrates the fine distinctions of the gentleman’s dress code, arming the reader with the requisite information to dress for any occasion. It covers the entire wardrobe—from suits, coats, shirts, and shoes to umbrellas and underclothing—their history, manufacture, tailoring, materials, patterns, and colors. There are also summary style charts and warnings of classic faux pas. Any gentleman should consider himself incomplete without this elegant and authoritative pocket accessory.

About the Author
Oscar Lenius is the nom de plume of the proprietor of Germany's leading group of menswear stores. He is also President of the International Union of Menswear Outfitters.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 216 pages
• Publisher: Prion (May 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1853755699
• ISBN-13: 978-1853755699
• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 3.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #496,151 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ***** Fashion At Its Best *****, September 17, 2003

By	Roselyne Berthier "roselyne_larochelle" (Geneve, Suisse) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Well-Dressed Gentleman's Pocket Guide (Hardcover)

This simple, "pocket size" book has proven to be extra-ordinary.
After I lost my entire wardrobe due to an apartment fire, I
bought this book and my new wardrobe is not only more elegant
but less expensive as well !

Do not be fooled by the "Pocket Guide" title: this book
covers everything from Suits, Shirts, Accessories, UnderClothes,
OverCoats, Formal Wear and much more. Must have for all
gentlemen.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars History and now..., September 20, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: A Well-Dressed Gentleman's Pocket Guide (Hardcover)

This book is extremely useful as you search information about what to wear...and know few about it. History, materials, are well described but I feel somewhat disappointed as I found no photos, and few counselling about how to match the different items, and when...except for the excellent formal wear chapters.
But after all, this is a pocket book, well-done and quite instructing!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars historical survey, July 5, 2007

By	shaftesbury iv "rire_faire_rire-voltaire" - See all my reviews

One of the more thoroughly historically informed works in the genre, this book features much background for each clothing type and also guidance. Perfect for those who'd rather not live in ignorance regarding the original meaning of their clothes and clothing conventions.