When to Add a Vest to Your Suit (And When It Works Against You)

When to Add a Vest to Your Suit (And When It Works Against You)

When to Add a Vest to Your Suit (And When It Works Against You)Derek Burbidge
Published on: 21/05/2026

A suit vest adds formality and configuration options — but not for every suit or occasion. Here's when it works and when it doesn't.

Fabric and Style Education
Suit Lapel Styles Explained: Notch, Peak, and Shawl — Which Is Right for You

Suit Lapel Styles Explained: Notch, Peak, and Shawl — Which Is Right for You

Suit Lapel Styles Explained: Notch, Peak, and Shawl — Which Is Right for YouDerek Burbidge
Published on: 21/05/2026

Notch, peak, or shawl lapel — what each one communicates and how to choose the right lapel for your suit and the occasion.

Fabric and Style Education
The Working Man's Guide to Custom Dress Shirts: What Changes When They're Built for You

The Working Man's Guide to Custom Dress Shirts: What Changes When They're Built for You

The Working Man's Guide to Custom Dress Shirts: What Changes When They're Built for YouDerek Burbidge
Published on: 18/05/2026

Custom dress shirts are a different product than store-bought. Here's what changes when the shirt is built to your measurements — and what it costs.

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How to Choose a Suit Colour That Works for Your Complexion

How to Choose a Suit Colour That Works for Your Complexion

How to Choose a Suit Colour That Works for Your ComplexionDerek Burbidge
Published on: 18/05/2026

The right suit colour depends on your complexion, not just convention. Here's how to identify which navy, charcoal, or grey actually works for your colouring.

Fabric and Style Education

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