Gentlemans Gazette

For the discerning gentleman, few items blend function and elegance as perfectly as a pair of fine leather gloves. They are one of the most essential stylish accessories for cold weather, and when it comes to the material, one name stands as the undisputed king: Peccary. Table of ContentsExpandCollapseWhat Is Peccary Leather?Peccary vs Other Leathers: A Quick ComparisonPrice & Value—What to Expect and Why It VariesWhat Makes a High-Quality Leather Glove?Your Peccary Glove Buying ChecklistAre Peccary Gloves the Right Choice for You?How to Find Your Glove SizeWhy Fort Belvedere Offers the Best Peccary GlovesHow to Style Your Peccary GlovesHow to Care for Your Peccary…

Vienna’s Ludwig Reiter opens its doors for a working tour of real shoe-making. Sven Raphael Schneider meets Joseph Potyka-Zeiler and follows a pair of Goodyear-welted shoes from leather to last inside the Süßenbrunn-Manor manufacturer. See careful handwork, smart machinery, and time-tested methods on the factory floor. If you care about fit, leather, and longevity, this tour is for you. Watch now. Table of ContentsExpandCollapseInside the Ludwig Reiter FactoryHighlights from this VideoWhat We Were WearingMore From Vienna! “It is … it is getting difficult and difficult by every year, because the … the heart for manual labor and for the delicacy of the job is …

The three-piece suit used to be the pinnacle of everyday style. So, why did men stop wearing them? Table of ContentsExpandCollapseWhat Is A 3-Piece Suit?1. Central Heating Made Them Less Practical2. Wartime Cloth Rationing3. Shifting Social Norms4. The Formality Factor5. The Rise of Patterns and Shirts6. Casualization and the Sport CoatCan You Still Wear Three-Piece Suits Today?ConclusionFrequently Asked QuestionsMore Videos in Our “Why Did Men Stop…” Series What Is A 3-Piece Suit? Before we explore the reasons, let us first define our terms. A true three-piece suit consists of a jacket, waistcoat (vest), and trousers, all cut from the same cloth. …

When trying to be a gentleman, it’s not just about how you dress or speak. You might be able to talk the talk, but can you truly walk the walk? Table of ContentsExpandCollapseStand Tall and ComposedWalk with Deliberate, Measured StepsBe Mindful of Local ConventionsMaintain Neutral Hands and ArmsOffer an Appropriate GlanceDo Not RushLook for Chances to Be of ServiceWalk Harmoniously with OthersUphold Practical TraditionsConclusionFrequently Asked QuestionsEveryday Manners Made Easy While a fine suit can make a statement, it is how you carry yourself that truly completes the picture. Here is our guide to mastering the art of walking with purpose and panache. …

What makes a Viennese suit different? In this studio visit, bespoke tailor Hedi Rochowanski explains the hallmarks of the Viennese cut. Join us as we delve into the subtle details, relaxed silhouettes, and rich history of Austrian bespoke garments. Table of ContentsExpandCollapseDiscovering the Nuances of Viennese Bespoke SuitsHighlights from this VideoWhat We Were WearingWhat to Watch Next Discovering the Nuances of Viennese Bespoke Suits A Tailor’s Tour of Austrian Style Join Raphael as he visits bespoke tailor Hedi Rochowanski in her 8th bezirke (district) workshop in Vienna. Hedi provides a hands-on look at bespoke jackets and trousers currently in pr…

Too many of us keep our best things under lock and key, waiting for the perfect moment. A gentleman knows that he can, and should, create those moments himself. After all, if you are NOT enjoying your finest possessions, are they truly yours? Table of ContentsExpandCollapsePart One: Use the Good Stuff You Already OwnPart Two: Invest in Quality for Everyday ItemsLive Every Day ElegantlyFrequently Asked QuestionsCultivating the Gentleman’s Lifestyle A Belgian woman once bought a beautiful lace tablecloth. For fifty years, friends asked when she would use it. She always replied, “I’m afraid it might get ruined.” She finally used it—once—at her own funeral. The moral…

Ever wondered what the typical gentleman’s EDC looked like 100 years ago? We’ll walk you through it! Table of ContentsExpandCollapse1. Wristwatch or Pocket Watch2. Smoking Implements (Cigarette or Cigar Case, Lighter or Matches, etc.)3. Hair Care Items (Comb, Pomade)Outfit Rundown4. Handkerchief (Not a Pocket Square)5. Wallet or Coin Purse6. Keys (Door & Car)7. Bottle Opener8. Pocket Knife9. Fountain Pen10. Walking SticksBonus for the Gentleman Motorist: Driving Gloves & GogglesThen vs. NowConclusionFrequently Asked QuestionsWhat to Watch Next Before the term EDC—or everyday carry—was coined, men still carried a curated selection of personal items. In the 192…

Decades ago, dressing with intention was simply part of the fabric of daily life. Today, choosing to don a well-cut jacket or polished shoes can feel like a subtle defiance of an unspoken social code. What has shifted? Let’s find out. Table of ContentsExpandCollapseFashion Needs ConformityPresumed PretensionsLingering ResentmentHiding Behind ClothesI Can’t, So You Can’tBe UniqueBreaking the StigmaFAQLearn the Art of Dressing Well Fashion Needs Conformity The fast fashion industry thrives on change. By promoting trends designed to fall out of favor quickly, what Oscar Wilde called “a form of ugliness so intolerable that we have to alter it every six months“, …