Ask The Gentleman
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What We Write About
Ask the Gentleman strives to be a top fashion blog on menswear, including formal clothing, suits, shirts, ties, slacks, and other casual apparel. We always strive to provide top-notch content that will allow our readers to aim for that dapper look they deserve.
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About The Gentleman
My name is William Prector, and I’ve been a fashion enthusiast all my life. Now, I’d love to share my knowledge with others. So, if you’re looking for stylish advice from someone who knows what he’s talking about, check out my blog today!
What I Do
My Writings
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How-To Posts
These posts answer questions like how to wear a suit or a dress shirt. Sometimes, rules are strict, like when you wear a tuxedo. So make you adhere to the rules by carefully reading these posts.
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Color Matching
Playing with colors and carefully choosing color combinations that work is really something I thoroughly enjoy. Stylizing is also my specialty, and I pay close attention when making these posts.
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Style Suggestions
Are you unsure what to wear and need some styling advice? Welcome to the club, my man! I talk about style and various outfit blends on how men should dress with passion.
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How to Wear a Suit with Sneakers
Wearing suits with sneakers is no longer a style faux pas. Instead, it’s about taking a leap of style and staying comfortable. When done right, a suit with sneakers is a cheeky way to dress down a formal ensemble. At the same time, staying preppy and cool. Different Ways You Can Wear Suits with Sneakers …
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How to Wear a Dress Shirt
Dress shirts are versatile and timeless. While you can wear a dress shirt formally and with a business suit, you can also do it in a very smart and casual way. That’s because dress shirts have a lot of variety; commonly, these provide a well-dressed look without going overboard. You only have to match the …
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How to Wear Oxford Shoes with a Suit
If there’s one thing common between James Bond and most school kids, both wear oxford shoes. And there’s no denying these timeless shoes are among the gentleman’s wardrobe essentials. Oxford shoes match with tuxedos, suits, chinos, and even jeans. You can switch between weddings, office looks, and casual outfits in a snap without being boring. …
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How to Wear a Suit with a T-Shirt
Wondering when and how to wear a t-shirt under a suit? The modern world increasingly requires us to present ourselves as smart-casual dressers. Additionally, office work and social occasions are becoming less formal. Mastering the suit with a t-shirt look is a guaranteed way to strike the right balance between professionalism and playfulness. You’ll feel …
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Which Color Suit for an Interview
The right suit color for an interview should just portray a professional image based on the position you’re applying for. It’s that simple. But equally important to know are the suit colors to avoid. I’ve seen gentlemen going one step forward and two steps back by choosing the wrong color. Dark suits work best in …
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Suit Jacket Sleeve Buttons Guide
The sleeve buttons on the suit jacket can be either decorative or functional. But more compelling is how these sleeve buttons define the elegance and formality of a suit jacket. Therefore, gentlemen aiming to reflect a distinctive style should know the sleeve button variations. It helps to draw attention to your style. And maybe when …
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Anatomy of a Suit Jacket
A jacket to a suit is what mind to the body; essential with fascinating anatomy. Learning about the suit jacket structure is never dull. Instead, it helps you stay informed about various suit styles and refine your overall fashion sense. And yes, learning about your suit jacket is a leap toward a stylish gentleman – …
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Suit Jacket Button Closure Rules
Suit jacket buttons are a necessary evil for gentlemen. These buttons apparently make a small detail of your suit. But do the jacket button wrong, and you’ll stick out like a sore thumb. The proper buttoning of the jacket helps achieve a flattering drape. It is, therefore, important to know and follow suit jacket button …
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Suit Styles and Types for Men
You’ll see different suit styles in most brand stores, from suit cuts to fabrics and jacket features. But what defines these styles? And how can you incorporate some best practices to look your absolute best? Suit Fit Types You can only mess with some essential elements in the suit’s fit. But flawless jacket closure, the …
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Semi-Formal Outfits for Men
To choose the right semi-formal outfits, all you need is an inspiration. Then, it’s easy to wear these staple items together with some modern sensibility. Many gents, however, need help finding this balance between formality and style. Essential Components of a Semi-Formal Outfit A semi-formal dress code means looking good and feeling your best. So, …
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Pink Dress Shirt Outfits for Men
A pink dress shirt transcends style trends. It’s amusing, versatile, and easily a statement piece. Plus, these days, it made a stellar entrance in menswear, seamlessly gliding with suits and other outfits. So, let’s embrace this classic staple with some great outfits. Trendy & Stylish Pink Shirt Outfits with a Suit The pink dress shirt …
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Fused Suit vs. Canvassed Suit
Think back to your first suit; do you know if it was a canvassed or a fused suit? Most likely, it was fused since first suits aren’t usually something people invest a ton of money in. However, you’re a grown man now and pay more attention to your image. You may still have good reason …
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What to Wear in London for Men
What to wear in London induces intrigue if it’s your first time visiting the city. London outfits vary widely, but overwhelmingly people take pride in their appearance and dress both fashionably and smartly. For men, business suits are regularly worn. While casual attire is sometimes worn in the evening, people still try to look sharp …
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Blue Dress Shirt Outfits for Men
It’s easy to lose track, thinking of the outfit ideas with the blue dress shirt. After all, it’s the wizard of versatility that gets you covered from a board meeting to a wedding aisle. But, although all this seems obvious, the outfits can be challenging to put together. So let me show you some blue …
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Flat-Front vs. Pleated Pants
Pleated and flat-front are the two ways to build the front of the pants. However, these represent two utterly different pant styles. Flat-fronts are modern and stylish, while pleated pants are vintage and classic. Where they two stand against each other, what’s different, and which one suits you is the topic of this article. Pleated …
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Turtleneck Outfits for Men
It used to be incredibly common to see men wearing turtlenecks with their outfits, but not so much today. However, more men seem to be embracing this wardrobe essential lately, and it’s about time. This unassuming, deceptively simple garment can create any number of styles, from formal to leisure. Don’t underestimate what you can accomplish …
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Half Canvas vs. Full Canvas Suit Differences
Half canvas or full canvas suit is one of the many questions gentlemen encounter exploring high-quality suits and bespoke tailoring. Besides the obvious price difference, some details can make you choose one over the other. I dedicate this article to all such particulars. So you know which suit canvas to choose and what suits your …
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Two-Piece vs. Three-Piece Suit Style
The choice between a two-piece suit and a three-piece suit can be intimidating. There are so many choices in the world of men’s suits, and here’s just one more you need to make. Thankfully, these suits are easy to choose between when you understand their differences and the styling options. Garment Difference Between a Two-Piece …
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How to Wear a Light Grey Suit
A light grey suit is a little more complex than many men realize. For example, it isn’t the right color suit for most professional situations, no matter how you dress it up. However, using the proper color, you can make your light grey suit a perfect outfit for many other events. Don’t be surprised if …
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How Many Suits Should You Own?
Suit enthusiasts usually wonder how many suits they should own. Although it’s hard to pinpoint, two to three suits are good numbers for most gentlemen to start. These would cover almost every formal occasion, simultaneously providing versatility. However, factors like usage, lifestyle, and budget can impact the suits you should have. So, this article will …
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Single-Breasted vs. Double-Breasted Suit Style
There’s been great debate in some circles about whether single-breasted vs. double-breasted suits are better. This is like comparing apples to oranges; both are amazing. Instead, the better question is, which one is better for which setting? To figure that out, you must first learn the differences between the suits and why some styles work …
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How to Store a Suit in Your Closet
The proper way to store a suit is as essential as buying the suit itself. Most men don’t realize it and end up in the agony of losing the suit earlier than expected. I’ll save you from trouble with this ultimate suit storage guide. Day-to-Day Suit Storage If you stay dressed and wear suits to …
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How to Wear Loafers with a Suit
While many stick to classic sartorial grounds of lace-ups, modern gents love to wear loafers with suits. But pairing these together, you either feel like you are Fred Astaire or “this doesn’t look right.” There is no middle ground. Through this guide, I’ll save you from feeling underdressed wearing suits and loafers. That way, you’ll …
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Match Blue Pants & Brown Shoes
Nowadays, men are swooning over blue pants and brown shoes. This combination is like a breath of fresh air after leaning into harsh black for so long. From the boardroom to coffee shops, this color pairing is shaking things up, and for a good reason. Who knew you could create such an array of styles …
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How to Wear a Maroon Suit
If you wonder whether the maroon suit is the right match for you, let me help you decide. Maroon might not be the first preference for men, but it is certainly a vibrant, rich, and versatile shift from the typical suit colors. In addition, it can offer much value if you know how to match …
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Button-Down Shirt History
The button-down shirt successfully paved its way into the menswear world, with intriguing history behind it. It originated as the “polo collar,” a practical way to keep the shirt collar steady during the game. But it was a prominent US manufacturer who took the concept and introduced it to the public. Today, this all-time favored …
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What to Wear to a Job Interview: Outfits for Men
Deciding what to wear to a job interview can often cause unnecessary stress. Most people struggle with this due to interview anxieties, “knowing” they will be judged, or simply because they lack the information. Note that wearing the right outfit for an interview is a confidence boost and helps reduce the anxiety this process brings. …
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Where to Donate Men’s Suits
When it comes to donating your suits, they are, for sure, going to make a change. But nobody wants to be adrift in the decluttering process of finding charities to send these donations to. Here, I saved you time and enlisted the 12 most reputable charities to donate your suits. Suits & Smiles Suits & …
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Different Dress Shirt Cuff Types
The cuff of your dress shirt may not seem like a huge deal, especially if it’s only seen very little under your jacket sleeve. However, that small piece of fabric on your wrist plays almost an outsized role in influencing the formality of your dress shirt. All dress shirts have cuffs, the narrow strip of …
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How to Wear a Polyester Suit
You’ll probably run into a polyester suit labeled at a reasonably affordable price if you go suit shopping. While some call it cheap and wearing it a doomed-style crime, I am more of an open-minded person. A polyester suit certainly has drawbacks, but not everybody needs super 200s wool to look good. In this article, …
