Less is more. Very timely advice as always Ash. Hats add that special coup de grace. The Bowler or Homburg come to mind. I adore my Bowler and Homburg and wear it with conviction not caring what others may think. Thank you as always for the fantastic insights !
First had to wear a hat as part of my school uniform when I was a little kid. I've worn them ever since. (Different hats that is, not the same school uniform one for the last 30+ years).
I am ,as a new subscriber,thouroughly enjoying your videos.Pocket squares are a must for me.Once,on a very cold evening,I was invited to dinner at a fairly formal restauurant with friends.Over my suit,I wore a magnificient black,double breasted (silvered button) black leather greatcoat over my bespoke suit,with gloves , fedora, and Floris 89.It was too elegant for 2022,but did turn a few heads,lol.
Thank you for the refreshers. Yes everyone is different as far as tastes are concerned and that puts carisma and personality. I myself love bowties and hats. That's my personality. One thing though in today's casual style if you just put one pocket square or one boutonniere you look already eccentric. What one sartorial chap feels very casual could be over the top to others. So going along with the surrounding is important. You had a video about that too. Cheers.
I remember a couple of years ago I frequented Anglican services at JHQ Rheindahlen (Germany): one of the priests had absolutely mirror shine shoes and one couldn't help but noticing it. When I made a remark on that the padre replied: "Well, I always do it on a Saturday night when I prepare my sermon. It's an almost meditative process - and that's how I get that 'celestial gloss' first on my shoes - and then on the sermons..."
I was a very regular visitor to JHQ many years ago, I was at Gutersloh (90-93) and SHAPE Belgium (95-97). Had many a great time there. Funnily enough I was less a fan of the mirror shine, when I was serving. That fascination came later, as I matured and came to appreciate the discipline required of such a shine. I also find a sort of inner catharsis in creating a mirror shine. I consider such an activity a gift, opposed to a chore.
@@TheChapsGuide I went back there in 2013 for the day the Anglican Church St. Boniface was 'decommissioned', quite a sad occasion really. People even had flown over from the UK for that day. JHQ was in large parts empty and deserted by then already, you almost expected tumbleweeds drifting down the streets. Since then, I hear JHQ has been used to house refugees, there has been a fire some 2 years ago and back in 2018 there were plans to demolish some 600 buildings. But the big British cemetery will stay. Whenever I'm in the region I stay clear of the site - too many memories.
As always Ash is right on the money! So many young people can learn from him and be more likely to get ahead in life. Keep up the good work. P.S. My wife does not care for my ascots (cravats) either. Best wishes. William Mack from Dublin, Ohio
Ash. I always look forward to your videos. It's like meeting with an old friend. Always like your advice as it is well presented and always friendly. Keep up the good work. Oh and by the way I really like your intro music. Cheers Ron
A pocket-square, boutonnière, and a cravat? LOVE IT!!! Next you’ll be wearing bracelets with your wristwatch. Lmao!!!😂😂😂 seriously, a great video with a great message. Such color and accessories sets one apart from what I’ve called in my videos ‘the Suit Clones’. Well done, my good friend.
I America the ascot is definitely more eccentric than a bow tie. I wear both, but ascots can't even be bought in any menswear store I've been to here. I have to order them over the internet or I've found two in a thrift store once. It's just hardly ever seen here. Bow ties are sort of common here. As for me, I like the ascots precisely because most haven't seen them on a man around here and because it feels more comfy around my neck.
The word boutonnière derives from the French word for "buttonhole flower”. The buttonhole is on the left lapel, you are therefore wearing it on the wrong side.
In the beginning of the sartorial journey I had fallen into the trap of bringing all guns blazing where it be color, tie, lapel pin, you name I was "all in". It seemed to cut both was perfect strangers would make it a point to compliment me while others wondered if the cheese had slipped off my cracker. Good advice is to remove something before youu leave the house in an effort to keep it more real shall we say. :), another great video. Thanks
You make an excellent point sir. I cannot emphasise the point if ‘restraint’ enough. Always keep something in reserve. You never know when you will need the cavalry for a special occasion.
I have just dusted down a mid grey Herbert Johnson snap brimmed trilby/fedora that I have owned for years, do you think I could wear it with a brown tweed suit?
Thank you very much for a great video Ash. I was wondering if you could recommend a good U.K. made brand of woolen/tweed tie at a reasonable price. I have purchased 2 such tweed ties in plain colours (one a bit dappled Donegal tweed) online, but they’re very thick. They could do with having more flow and flexibility. Many thanks
I don't own a tweed tie at present, so I feel unqualified to offer a suggestion, but if I were seeking a tie from that bracket, my first port of call would be Kinloch Anderson (by Royal appointment). Their prices seem very reasonable too: www.kinlochanderson.com/shop/men/kilt-accessories/ties
@@TheChapsGuide Thank you very much Ash. Just taken a look and they’re just what I was looking for. The “Ginger Tweed” colour I think will be my starting point - perfect for Autumn! I really appreciate you taking the time to pass on this advice.
Not a fan of the cravat, I'd tried them and they are just not me. I do however occasionally like to wear a tweed bow tie, but that's only on special occasions. My most warn neckwear is my scalves, which I wear for 3 seasons of the year, silk for the warmer months and wool for the cooler.
Hello Sir, I have a question about ascots. I have bought several which came with matching pocket squares - is it acceptable to wear them together? I know it’s a cardinal sin to match your tie and pocket square, but what about an ascot?
I personally follow the same protocol with a cravat. I never match them with the same material. I think to do so may be considered a touch gauche. But let’s be honest, so few chaps wear cravats these days you can re-write the rules if you wish. Game on sir!
Restraint be damned! I work in the city and times have changed. Only the nervous graduate trainees wear sober suits. Wear an outlandish bow tie, wear a yellow fedora, have interesting facial hair, be eccentric, be an oddity. Dressing without restraint opens both social and professional doors in my experience.
Hey Ash, if you decide to wear bracelets like Tim, and go a little more adventurous, I can make you some, I've made some of his, and I've got millions of usual beads from all over the world! Special gift from me to you, if you want, just to say thank you.
Hi Heather, I’m not much for jewellery as a matter of course, I don’t even wear a wedding ring, but your offer could be my conversion to a new way of life.
@@TheChapsGuide Absolutely! And the style would be conservative, and small, yet elegant, to incorporate your more restrained style. Let Tim know privately your address and I'll make it soon, and send it to you.
As my hair has retreated, my wearing of hats has increased
Less is more. Very timely advice as always Ash. Hats add that special coup de grace. The Bowler or Homburg come to mind. I adore my Bowler and Homburg and wear it with conviction not caring what others may think. Thank you as always for the fantastic insights !
First had to wear a hat as part of my school uniform when I was a little kid. I've worn them ever since. (Different hats that is, not the same school uniform one for the last 30+ years).
I am ,as a new subscriber,thouroughly enjoying your videos.Pocket squares are a must for me.Once,on a very cold evening,I was invited to dinner at a fairly formal restauurant with friends.Over my suit,I wore a magnificient black,double breasted (silvered button) black leather greatcoat over my bespoke suit,with gloves , fedora, and Floris 89.It was too elegant for 2022,but did turn a few heads,lol.
Thank you for the refreshers. Yes everyone is different as far as tastes are concerned and that puts carisma and personality. I myself love bowties and hats. That's my personality. One thing though in today's casual style if you just put one pocket square or one boutonniere you look already eccentric. What one sartorial chap feels very casual could be over the top to others. So going along with the surrounding is important. You had a video about that too. Cheers.
I remember a couple of years ago I frequented Anglican services at JHQ Rheindahlen (Germany): one of the priests had absolutely mirror shine shoes and one couldn't help but noticing it. When I made a remark on that the padre replied: "Well, I always do it on a Saturday night when I prepare my sermon. It's an almost meditative process - and that's how I get that 'celestial gloss' first on my shoes - and then on the sermons..."
I was a very regular visitor to JHQ many years ago, I was at Gutersloh (90-93) and SHAPE Belgium (95-97). Had many a great time there. Funnily enough I was less a fan of the mirror shine, when I was serving. That fascination came later, as I matured and came to appreciate the discipline required of such a shine. I also find a sort of inner catharsis in creating a mirror shine. I consider such an activity a gift, opposed to a chore.
@@TheChapsGuide
I went back there in 2013 for the day the Anglican Church St. Boniface was 'decommissioned', quite a sad occasion really. People even had flown over from the UK for that day. JHQ was in large parts empty and deserted by then already, you almost expected tumbleweeds drifting down the streets. Since then, I hear JHQ has been used to house refugees, there has been a fire some 2 years ago and back in 2018 there were plans to demolish some 600 buildings. But the big British cemetery will stay. Whenever I'm in the region I stay clear of the site - too many memories.
Great video. My extra style note was to almost always wear braces, quite fancy ones. It was noticed and admired.
As always Ash is right on the money! So many young people can learn from him and be more likely to get ahead in life. Keep up the good work.
P.S. My wife does not care for my ascots (cravats) either.
Best wishes.
William Mack from Dublin, Ohio
Let the wives mourn our love of the magnificent cravat.
Has this channel ever discussed cufflinks? Also a great addition for making statements. Another great video!
Not yet.... but soon.
Ash. I always look forward to your videos. It's like meeting with an old friend. Always like your advice as it is well presented and always friendly. Keep up the good work. Oh and by the way I really like your intro music. Cheers Ron
I am delighted you find enjoyment in my videos. That is all the encouragement I require to keep going on my RUclips mission.
Intro music for you ruclips.net/video/Fu5iMcEELaw/видео.html
Excellent job!
Excellent advice as always. Thank you :)
A pocket-square, boutonnière, and a cravat? LOVE IT!!! Next you’ll be wearing bracelets with your wristwatch. Lmao!!!😂😂😂 seriously, a great video with a great message. Such color and accessories sets one apart from what I’ve called in my videos ‘the Suit Clones’. Well done, my good friend.
Well done, indeed, Ash. Stylish but everything tastefully balanced.
I America the ascot is definitely more eccentric than a bow tie. I wear both, but ascots can't even be bought in any menswear store I've been to here. I have to order them over the internet or I've found two in a thrift store once. It's just hardly ever seen here. Bow ties are sort of common here. As for me, I like the ascots precisely because most haven't seen them on a man around here and because it feels more comfy around my neck.
That’s a shame, the ascot is something of a forgotten classic of the chaps golden era. I will continue on my crusade to make the cravat cool again!
The word boutonnière derives from the French word for "buttonhole flower”. The buttonhole is on the left lapel, you are therefore wearing it on the wrong side.
Excellent video Ash!
Excellent video and information as ever.
Just added a flat cap in to my wardrobe and noticed that everyone else was wearing them too.
A quality scarf
In the beginning of the sartorial journey I had fallen into the trap of bringing all guns blazing where it be color, tie, lapel pin, you name I was "all in". It seemed to cut both was perfect strangers would make it a point to compliment me while others wondered if the cheese had slipped off my cracker. Good advice is to remove something before youu leave the house in an effort to keep it more real shall we say. :), another great video. Thanks
You make an excellent point sir. I cannot emphasise the point if ‘restraint’ enough. Always keep something in reserve. You never know when you will need the cavalry for a special occasion.
Was that Aramis Devin in your hand towards the end of the video? Love Devin :-)
Yes indeed. One of my faves.
@@TheChapsGuide 🙌
Kindly put the link of the oxblood colour hand glove. Tks
www.southcombe.com/unlined-uniform-leather-gloves
Top of the morning 👍🏻
Cheers from Denmark 🇩🇰
Good morning sir.
I have just dusted down a mid grey Herbert Johnson snap brimmed trilby/fedora that I have owned for years, do you think I could wear it with a brown tweed suit?
You could wear pretty much any hat with such a fine suit sir - just add a dash of confidence and you have the perfect recipe for sartorial greatness.
Currently head to toe in various shades of green and brown. Including matching hat, gloves and make up.
You ain't seen me, right 😉
Thank you very much for a great video Ash. I was wondering if you could recommend a good U.K. made brand of woolen/tweed tie at a reasonable price. I have purchased 2 such tweed ties in plain colours (one a bit dappled Donegal tweed) online, but they’re very thick. They could do with having more flow and flexibility. Many thanks
I don't own a tweed tie at present, so I feel unqualified to offer a suggestion, but if I were seeking a tie from that bracket, my first port of call would be Kinloch Anderson (by Royal appointment). Their prices seem very reasonable too: www.kinlochanderson.com/shop/men/kilt-accessories/ties
@@TheChapsGuide Thank you very much Ash. Just taken a look and they’re just what I was looking for. The “Ginger Tweed” colour I think will be my starting point - perfect for Autumn! I really appreciate you taking the time to pass on this advice.
Not a fan of the cravat, I'd tried them and they are just not me. I do however occasionally like to wear a tweed bow tie, but that's only on special occasions. My most warn neckwear is my scalves, which I wear for 3 seasons of the year, silk for the warmer months and wool for the cooler.
I was also a “I’d never wear one” sort of chap, but I took a leap of faith and now I would never go back.
Hello Sir,
I have a question about ascots. I have bought several which came with matching pocket squares - is it acceptable to wear them together? I know it’s a cardinal sin to match your tie and pocket square, but what about an ascot?
I personally follow the same protocol with a cravat. I never match them with the same material. I think to do so may be considered a touch gauche. But let’s be honest, so few chaps wear cravats these days you can re-write the rules if you wish. Game on sir!
Restraint be damned! I work in the city and times have changed. Only the nervous graduate trainees wear sober suits. Wear an outlandish bow tie, wear a yellow fedora, have interesting facial hair, be eccentric, be an oddity. Dressing without restraint opens both social and professional doors in my experience.
Bravo sir. I salute your sartorial confidence and strength of character.
👍👍👍 Un saluto dall ' Italia .
Good morning sir.
Hey Ash, if you decide to wear bracelets like Tim, and go a little more adventurous, I can make you some, I've made some of his, and I've got millions of usual beads from all over the world! Special gift from me to you, if you want, just to say thank you.
Hi Heather, I’m not much for jewellery as a matter of course, I don’t even wear a wedding ring, but your offer could be my conversion to a new way of life.
@@TheChapsGuide Absolutely! And the style would be conservative, and small, yet elegant, to incorporate your more restrained style. Let Tim know privately your address and I'll make it soon, and send it to you.
@@heatherharrington2563 You are most kind. I will wear it with enormous pride and with my customary poise & bearing.
Flower on wrong lapel.
I really think the Gentlemens Gazette is much better.
So do I old chap. But they are professionals.
@@TheChapsGuide Excellent content my friend. I enjoy the way you present information, great channel