There are far too many guides to men's style out there that have no business being published, much less read. Roetzel's book is a bit dated in 2023, but it's a testament to his taste and good sense that much of the clothes shown look just as good today as they did in the late '90s. His recommendations always lean toward the classic and the traditional, but despite that (and the use of the word "gentleman," usually a red flag) the book is fun and not focused on pretending to be something you're not. Casual looks are well-represented along with the usual formal ones, and there's a wealth of useful knowledge about color and fabric pairings and little details about the wear and history of common items. The section on packing is especially good! Alan Flusser is all well and good, but this is really the one "how-to" book for any menswear enthusiast.

Good referance for gentilmen fashion and dress code. But it should be updated.Because in 2013 has new dress codes' details. Jacket styles, New terms, etc... We know that Uk editors looking the world on a traditional vision.I think it should change.

Each of my brothers and I received a copy of this book for Christmas a few years ago. "Life-altering" is perhaps too strong a word, but it was instrumental in helping me make the long slow journey from adolescence to adulthood.

Here, you'll learn how to care for a shirt, how to properly pack a suit-jacket in a suitcase, how to properly was your hair - there's almost nothing left uncovered. I particularly enjoy the chapter about shoes.

It's not perfect; at times it can focus a bit too much on English fashion and style, giving it a conservative or even old-fashioned feel. However, it is full of so much good information that a crusty Anglo-centric emphasis can be forgiven. Taken as a guideline rather than a code of laws, you really won't find a better introduction to mens' fashion.

Der ideale Ratgeber für alle Kleidungs- und Stilfragen. Kann ich jedem nur empfehlen, der sich mit Anzügen, Krawatten & Co. auseinandersetzen muss oder will.

Rich in illustration and neat in discussion, Roetzel's book serves up some useful information on Gentlemanly fashion.

A great book if you run with the Caucasian social elite. God bless and have a great day!

This book has been my standard reference on style for years.

A terribly amusing book. But how seriously can you take a book that suggests a gentleman might dry clean his Levi jeans to keep them from fading?

Contains everything a man should ever know about dress, grooming and etiquette.

My bible of classic men's fashion. Everything you need to know about what to wear when, what it should be made of, and how it should fit.

My bible when it comes to style and grooming. It is timeless and wonderfully done.

Very thorough and very British. A nice reference for any man to have. Lavish pictures.