The ChivalrousGent Journal

Building a Wardrobe That Works

A useful wardrobe is not one that fills every rail. It is one that makes the ordinary business of getting dressed simple. The old advice to buy carefully and keep clothes in good order is more valuable than a procession of seasonal lists. A gentleman who has a sound jacket, good trousers, several dependable shirts […]

Style Without Status

A fine suit is enjoyable, and a beautiful pair of shoes may give pleasure for years. There is no reason to pretend otherwise. Trouble begins when clothing is asked to establish a man’s worth. A gentleman’s appearance should show that he understands the occasion, looks after his possessions and knows what suits him. None of […]