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Just as the gentleman should have a variety of hats for different seasons and occasions, he should also be aware of the rules for when to have his hat on and when to take it off. ![]() A great many menswear sources, if they do offer advice on hat etiquette, will typically advise that the most basic rule to remember is to wear your hat when outdoors and to take it off indoors. While this advice may end up working out for the wearer, let’s say 75-80% of the time, we believe that there’s a better central starting point for approaching hat etiquette which is as follows: ![]() Wear Your Hat In Public & Take It Off In Private Spaces.Stated simply, a private space is any place where people live, work, or pay a fee to enter. Anything else is generally going to be considered public. Here then are some more specific examples of this philosophy in practice. ![]()
And there you have it! Using this public space private space motto, the hatted gentleman can be sure that he’s always observing proper etiquette when wearing his hat or as the case may be, not wearing it. ![]() Why Remove Hats In Private Spaces?The answer is that the uncovering of the head is a sign of deference that goes back millennia. It’s usually done to signal an acknowledgment of intrusion or to show basic gratitude. In other words, the hallmarks of a gentleman. ![]() The Practice Of Hat TippingThe tradition of tipping one’s hat has its roots in bowing to show respect. A practice that was common across various cultures for centuries. When hats became the dominant fashion for men and bowing was still common practice, the hat would have to be removed when a man bent from the waist so that it didn’t hit the floor. Bowing would gradually become less extreme over the course of the 19th century, culminating in the simple hat tip by the 20th century. These days in the 21st century, even that practice can seem a little outdated. If you’re a regular hat wearer and feel totally comfortable in headwear, you can give a hat tip to people regardless of gender these days too but if you feel that the behavior would seem affected coming from you, you can go ahead and skip the tip. ![]() CONCLUSIONEven if you don’t commit to memory every single example we outlined in this guide, you can still be sure that by following the basic model of the public space-private space paradigm, you, as a hat-wearing gentleman, will be courteous with your stylish headwear. Note: the majority of the information for today’s article was sourced from the writings of menswear historian Bill Thompson. Which of the etiquette rules we covered today came as the biggest surprise to you?Men’s Hat Etiquette Guide published first on https://medium.com/@CostumeCorner via Tumblr Men’s Hat Etiquette Guide (Above photo Credit: Anthony Q.) For whatever reason, any and all holidays are used by the U.S. retail industry as an excuse for markdowns. But that’s not the case in many other countries, and one could argue that it shouldn’t be the case here. Today is about celebrating a man who drastically moved the human experience towards equality, justice, and compassionate intellect, all while peacefully facing down absurd ignorance and injustice. So it feels more than a little odd to use it to save cash on a shirt, a mattress, or a car. Today, instead of seeking out another great deal on clothes, maybe consider spending some of your money or time aiding an organization that reflects the altruism of Dr. King. Because while we as a species seem to have come a long way, we’ve still got quite a ways to go. And today is a perfect opportunity through introspection and service (we here at this tiny website are very much included) to try and get a little bit better. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day published first on https://medium.com/@CostumeCorner via Tumblr On Martin Luther King Jr. Day For those who are just breaking into the world of menswear, assembling outfits that are harmonious can seem to be a daunting challenge. After all, if you just throw a bunch of garments together with abandon and they feature all kinds of different colors, the end result might be that you end up looking like a clown. The first step to preventing this outcome then is to start by assembling a base wardrobe of solid and conservative colors. Namely things in the grayscale, shades of brown, and shades of blue. Regarding the grayscale, gray and white are far more versatile than solid black actually is. After assembling this base wardrobe, some men will then be tempted to try experimenting with different bolder colors and this doesnât have to be a challenge. ![]() Understanding The Color WheelFirst pioneered by Sir Isaac Newton around 1665 to show the colors refracted from a beam of light, the concept of putting the colors of the rainbow in a circular orientation was soon applied to pigments as well thus, the modern color wheel was born. ![]() Primary ColorsThe world of menswear mainly concerns itself with the color wheel used in the visual arts. As such, three colors we consider to be primary are red, yellow, and blue. What is a primary color then? Simply stated, primary colors are the foundational colors from which all other colors are mixed. In other words, you donât mix any colors to get red, yellow, or blue, they simply are what they are. ![]() Secondary ColorsPurple, also called violet, green, and orange. The secondary colors are made by mixing two primary colors together. For example, red and yellow combined to make orange. Referring again to the diagram of the color wheel, you can see that each secondary color is located directly in between the two primary colors that make it up. ![]() Tertiary ColorsTheyâre made by mixing a primary color and a secondary color together. These colors can sometimes be referred to by their own unique names, for example, the combination of blue and green can sometimes be called teal but in more simple terms, they can also be referred to by simply combining the names of the colors that create them with the primary color coming first. Color TemperatureThis refers to the perceived warmth of a color. Of the three primary colors, red and yellow are said to be warm whereas blue is considered cool. It follows then that any combination of red and yellow will also, by default, be a warm color. Meanwhile, when cool blue mixes with one of the warm primaries, different things result. While green is usually said to be a cool color, purple is often said to be a warm color. Even so, the relative temperatures of these secondary and intermediate colors can vary. For example, while green is collectively considered to be cool, a yellow-green will still be warmer than a Blue-green. ![]() Color IntensityAnother important concept to understand is that of color intensity or the lightness or darkness of a color. Another word for color is hue and thatâs usually the word used when weâre talking about the relative lightness or intensity of a color. If white is added to any color, this is referred to as a tint of that color. The result is a lighter and less intense hue. Conversely, if black is added to any color, this results in a shade, sometimes also called a tone of that color. The result is darker and also less intense. For the highest intensity possible in a given color, just go with the default true hue. Speaking of black and white, theyâre not considered colors in the strictest sense since theyâre not on the color wheel rather they reside on their own spectrum which we refer to as the grayscale since when black and white are mixed together in varying quantities, they result in different shades of gray. ![]() Itâs also sometimes said that you can achieve black by mixing together all of the colors on the color wheel though this is really more of an approximation. You may also have noticed that brown isnât anywhere to be found on the color wheel, this is because in order to create a brown tone, certain colors have to be mixed together. Color RelationshipsIn addition to the colors on the wheel relating to each other in terms of how they mix together, they also have relationships in terms of how they interact when theyâre kept separate. If thatâs a little hard to understand, just keep your eye on the color wheel for these next few terms and everything should come together. ![]() Analogous ColorsSimply put, analogous colors are ones that are similar in temperature and are found close to each other and sometimes directly adjacent on the color wheel. Any color analogous to a primary color is a color that features that primary. So for example, everything from yellow-orange to red-orange is analogous to yellow because all of those colors feature some amount of yellow in them. Complementary ColorsThe other important color relationship is that of complementary colors. In simplest terms, any two colors that are directly across from one another on the color wheel are considered complementary. Because of this distance apart from one another on the color wheel, complementary colors have the highest amount of contrast possible. Some examples of complementary colors include red and green, yellow and purple, and blue and orange. Split Complementary ColorsIn addition, the designation of split complementary colors can be applied to any one color and the two direct analogs of that colorâs complement. To state that more simply with an example from the color wheel, red-purple and blue-purple are these split complementaries of yellow. So answering our question about how to get brown then, the simplest way to achieve a brown tone is to mix complementary or split complementary colors together. Simple, right? Thereâs a complete overview of the color wheelout of the way. ![]() Why Do We Need To Understand Color Relationships When Putting Together Outfits?
The answer is because color is the principal way that we can direct the eyes of others. The primary objective of any colors in an outfit should be directing the eyes of the viewer to your face and also making your face look as well colored and healthy as possible. Whatâs the best way of going about doing that? In short, there are two main methods for achieving this effect with your outfits:
![]() How To Wear & Pair Colors Effectively
Regarding the degree of contrast between a manâs skin tone and his hair color, men fall into one of three basic groups; high contrast, which is most typically characterized by fair skin and dark hair though the reverse could also be true for darker skinned men with dyed or graying hair, medium contrast where the colors are different but not to a large extent, and low contrast either fair-skinned with blond or graying hair or dark skin with dark hair. High contrast men can more safely experiment with wearing combinations of bolder colors. For example, pairing primaries or complementary colors together. Just donât go for the true hues of all of these colors when youâre pairing them together or you will fall into that trap of looking like a clown. Instead, try pairing primaries or complements that have been further augmented with tinting or shading. A medium contrast man can, of course, wear a garment that is bolder in color but he should be mindful that if he does so, it will draw some attention away from his face. Again as with many things in menswear, confidence is key here. Low contrast men are the ones who should be most careful in pairing together contrasting colors, really make sure that youâve muted the hues of the contrasting colors if you decide to wear them as thatâs the best way that youâll be able to pull them off. ![]() Color Temperature & IntensityWhen it comes to having colors in an outfit that echo a manâs natural tones, the keys here are temperature and intensity. If you have light skin and light hair, stick to wearing pastel shades with colors that echo your undertone. Colors like blue, green, or purple for a cool skin undertone and red, yellow, and orange for a warm undertone. Conversely, dark colors and black will most likely make your skin look washed out and ashen. The exception here is if youâre a man with light skin and very dark hair, in which case a high contrast man, and then, of course, you can go ahead and wear these darker colors. If you have fair skin and still want to go for a subtle contrast, take the cue from your hair color. The classic example here is that red-haired men typically look very good in pastel blue shirts. ![]() If you have medium skin and hair, you can start to experiment with more true hues. Slight shades or tints of colors without being too extreme in either direction are going to work well for you. You can echo your undertones for a look thatâs more harmonious or you can go with the complements of those colors for something thatâs a little bit bolder and more fashion-forward. Finally, if you have dark skin and dark hair, youâre somewhat lucky in being able to wear both true hues and darker shades as your face is really in no danger of looking washed out by these darker colors. The one area to be careful in your position is if you try to wear extremely light tints of colors as the high contrast will still end up distracting from your face. If you want to wear a lighter garment, we suggest that you do so in conjunction with other darker pieces. As with medium toned men, echo your undertones for more harmony and go with their complements for more contrast. CONCLUSIONKnowledge of the color wheel and the broader discipline of color theory is one of the most helpful and versatile tools in the well-dressed gentlemanâs arsenal. With this knowledge, he can be confident that heâs put together harmonious outfits that complement his natural tones and draw proper attention to his face. What techniques do you use in order to incorporate color into your wardrobe?How to Use the Color Wheel to Assemble Superior Outfits published first on https://medium.com/@CostumeCorner via Tumblr How to Use the Color Wheel to Assemble Superior Outfits It’s Friday. Looking for something to switch up your weekend, or to give you an excuse to relax a little? That’s what the Weekend Reset is for. Each week contributor Tim Johnstone pulls together five things to get your weekend started. Could be something to read or watch, something to eat or listen to, or even something to do. Enjoy the weekend fellas. LISTEN: When Cranberries are bittersweet. A little over a year after her unexpected death, Dolores O’Riordan’s voice is front and center once again on the first new song from what will be The Cranberries final album. Fans should not be disappointed with “All Over Now” although the title might give them reason to be bummed all over again. It really does bear repeating that the band didn’t really sound like any of their contemporaries, with a sound that merged alternative rock, pop, and Irish musical motifs. It was a winning formula and it made for some truly memorable music. This is a fine addition to their catalogue. APPRECIATE: Is your butt too big for your britches?Oh sure. Finding a great pair of trousers can be challenging depending on any number of factors. But for those of you who play hockey, or ride road cycles, or play football, baseball or rugby, the challenge is completely different. Y’all have big butts. Solid muscle. Here’s a solid take on what that means when it comes to finding a pair of jeans. WATCH: It is traumatizing and frightening and so damn good. And it is not Bird Box. It’s Hereditary. I know. I’m months late in recommending this one. I had put off seeing this because I knew it would mess with me. But it has popped up on streaming services now and maybe some of you haven’t heard about it? Toni Collette. Is. Amazing. As are all of the folks in this movie including Gabriel Byrne who is well cast here. To call this movie intense would be to undersell it. To refer to it as traumatizing would be less hyperbolic than you think. NEST: It’s Hooga Time!Actually, the word is HYGGE. But it’s pronounced hooga. And it is Denmark and Norway’s gift to the world. Right about now, there’s a decent chance you might need a good dose of it. In a word, it is a concept. To be cozy and comfortable. That is something of a simplification, but it works. The word is probably derived from the word “hug.” What’s not to like. This weekend, especially if you are dealing with terrible weather, take a day to employ your own version of hygge. Grab a book and some coffee. Watch some football. Build a fire and play board games with friends. EAT: You don’t have to eat wings for this weekend’s big games.For some reason, it is very difficult to find a recipe these days that does not come with a 1500 word essay on (insert peculiar family custom/recent dietary change/kale) and this link is no exception. But the idea is solid and once again this is mostly a one pan dish. So, just scroll down, keep scrolling, there you go, and eventually you’ll get to the recipe. It is fairly simple, straightforward and easy to clean up after. I’d consider using another pot to cook some brown rice or cauliflower rice or one of your favorite grains. It makes for excellent left-overs for work lunches as well so, bonus! Tim Johnstone is Dappered’s music correspondent as well as our resident gatherer of all things interwebs related. He’s currently chasing his spirit animal. The Weekend Reset: Big Scares, Big Butts, Big Bites and more. published first on https://medium.com/@CostumeCorner via Tumblr The Weekend Reset: Big Scares, Big Butts, Big Bites and more. ![]() Yves Salomon: re-using, remodelling fur published first on https://medium.com/@CostumeCorner via Tumblr Yves Salomon: re-using, remodelling fur A Big Banana Republic Blowout Massdrop Bambinos are Back & More The Thurs. Mens Sales Handful1/17/2019 Sales that deserve some attention heading into the weekend or a bit earlier. Might not be some massive once a year event, but still worth a look. Those are what make up these handfuls. Five of the better sales, one for each finger, are below, plus bonus sales if need be. Included are a few picks worth pointing out. Banana Republic: Extra 50% off Sale Items
Holy cow there’s a lot in there. Welcome to end of season winter clearance. Items are coming and going. Big fan of that Motion-Stretch cotton blend blazer, and the leather laptop sleeves are pretty nice too. Sizes are scattered, but picks above had at least a decent size selection at post time. Massdrop: Orient Bambino’s are Back for $109.99 – $119.99 FINALNo small seconds option this time. Just the usual. And some models are +$10 at checkout, but those slick Bauhaus models are going for the $109.99 price point. Todd Snyder: Extra 40% off on final sale Shoes/Watches/Accessories w/ SALEACCESSORIES40
Kinda an odd selection to be honest, but I haven’t seen prices like that on Todd Snyder stuff in a while. Looks like it’s all final sale though? So be careful there. Rest of the sale section (not the shoes/watches/accessories) should be an extra 20% off w/ EXTRA20SALE. Suitsupply: New Spring 2019 ArrivalsNew arrivals for warm weather (what’s that?) are starting to roll in at Suitsupply. Looks like some of it is low stock right now, but that should probably change in the coming weeks? Looks like they’re investing in, wait for it, some knit jackets this upcoming season. EAT IT Billy McCaully Jr.! Nordstrom: Additional Markdowns/New items added to sale
So. Much. Winter. Clearance. Picks above are either new to the sale section, or, further markdowns from the big half-yearly we had a few weeks back. Since it’s Nordstrom, it all still ships and returns for free, even though it’s heavily on sale. Also worth a mention:
A Big Banana Republic Blowout, Massdrop Bambinos are Back, & More – The Thurs. Men’s Sales Handful published first on https://medium.com/@CostumeCorner via Tumblr A Big Banana Republic Blowout, Massdrop Bambinos are Back, & More – The Thurs. Men’s Sales Handful As much as this website encourages people to disconnect, podcasts are one of those things that are an exception to that rule. They’re incredible. And they can make the mundane (doing laundry, riding the bus, ironing or shining shoes) nothing short of extraordinary. Each month our resident podcast connoisseur, Dave I., finds three podcasts worth your time and ears. 99% Invisible99% Invisible is a podcast dedicated to discussing all of the small, almost imperceptible design changes that occur in the world around us and impact on our daily lives. These changes can be something as visible as why the U.S. does not utilize the metric system (Episode 280 – Half Measures), to how the design of the Baltimore Orioles baseball stadium impacted the design of ballparks around the U.S. (Episode 262 – In the Same Ballpark), to how the Salton Sea came to be (Episode 224 – A Sea Worth its Salt). Even if you aren’t interested in architecture, the natural world and design, the episodes that aired between September 25th to October 12th ought to be of interest to anyone who frequents this website. Those six episodes, titled “Articles of Interest” focused on style, fashion, and the textile industry. Definitely worthwhile listening for anyone interested in the business of fashion. Planet MoneyPlanet Money is a podcast dedicated to economics, which should come as no surprise based on the name of the show. Week in, week out, the hosts of the show manage to cover an economic topic of interest and manage to do so in a quick and informative manner. For example, ever wanted to know how to setup an off-shore tax haven? Give episode #390 a listen. Or perhaps you’ve been scratching your head about that chip in your credit card and want to know the history behind it; episode #695 should be able to help you out there. Do your economics tastes run more to the macro side of things and you want to know how President Trump’s economic policies are doing? If that’s the case, episode #734 will be more to your liking. In short, Planet Money is the financial podcast for those of us who want to understand economic theory, but don’t have the patience to sit through a 100 level university course. Darkest NightThis is one creepy podcast and definitely not for the faint of heart/hearing. When episode one starts out with a brother and two sisters fighting to the death for control of a family owned pharmaceutical company, you know you’re in for a good show. Recorded in 360 degree immersive sound, Darkest Night manages to put the listener right in the middle of the action. If at all possible, listen to this podcast on a quality pair of headphones as opposed to an open air speaker system. Only by doing so will you truly experience the suspense of this audio drama. The podcast is a weekly series, so listeners are not recommended to download random episodes and start listening. There is good news though. The podcast started on October 31, 2016 so it will not take much binge listening to get caught up to the current episodes. About the author: Dave I. has been a Dappered reader for several years. His interest in fashion started with shoes and expanded to encompass watches, suits, and general men’s style. When not thinking about his next purchase he can be found enjoying a pint of locally brewed craft beer. The Podcast Playlist – January 2019 published first on https://medium.com/@CostumeCorner via Tumblr The Podcast Playlist – January 2019 What are you going to wear? Sometimes it’s good to look at a few suggestions then add your own tweaks and ideas. That’s what these are for. So the upgraded/upscale rugged thing is a bit of a stereotype around here. And that’s fine. I mean, it can look really good when done right. And while these picks aren’t super cheap, they’re investment worthy. And thanks to end-of-season clearance sales, they’re much on sale. Even though the real “season” of winter is just ramping up. The Sweater: American Trench Made in the USA Merino Waffle Sweater – $125.60 ($225). Not cheap, even with the extra 20% off Allen Edmonds clearance code, but it looks like something 007 would wear while hunting down a bad guy in the Alps. The Hat: Billy Reid Made in Italy Superfine Merino Beanie – $73 ($105). Retro good looks thanks to that cable. Off white color. The Watch: Nodus Avalon Diver w/ White Dial and Black Ceramic Bezel – $650. Cushion case. Assembled in Los Angeles. Seiko automatic movement. Not on sale, but I don’t know if Nodus does that. They’re a micro brand that’s gaining some steam. Just got one of these in as a present/goal achieved reward to myself and I’m real happy. Full review coming. The Bomber: Banana Republic Italian Wool Bomber in Olive – $107.49 ($298). I’m surprised almost all sizes are left now that they’ve hit BR’s sale section, which also happens to be an extra 50% off through today. The Belt: 1901 Dublin Horween Leather Belt – $34.75 ($69.50). Made in the USA From Horween’s famous Dublin leather, which is a cowhide that’s been treated with the same (or similar?) mixture to Cordovan, making it super deep, rich, and interesting compared to flat and bland leathers. Not bad for thirty five bucks. The Scarf: Banana Republic reversible 100% Cashmere Scarf – $79.99 ($178) Told you this was upgraded stuff. Not cheap for a scarf, but it’s all cashmere, and kinda sorta two scarves in one. Extra 50% off comes at checkout, through today, 1/16. The Bag: Buffalo Jackson Denver Leather Travel Duffel Bag – $259.98 ($400). Pretty darn handsome. I think (think?) these are imported from Mexico? Not sure. Free shipping and free returns at least. The Gloves: Polo RL Quilted Leather – $58.50 ($78). Nice quilting. Nice wrist strap. Touch screen compatible too. Ships and returns for free. The Boots: Chippewa x Huckberry Suede 6″ Service Boot – $195.98 ($280). Sure feels like a steal at this price. Made in the USA and goodyear welted. Super soft rough-out suede. No break in period. And if you’re concerned about water/stains, just spray em with some waterproofing suede spray (test a small area first to see if they might discolor, but, usually suede does just fine with some spray). Ships and returns for free. The Jeans: Goodthreads Men’s Selvedge Denim – $50 (with Prime). Not some super stiff, raw selvedge denim. 99% cotton and 1% elastane. Full review here. Style Scenario: Upgraded (and on sale!) Rugged published first on https://medium.com/@CostumeCorner via Tumblr Style Scenario: Upgraded (and on sale!) Rugged |
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