"Dressing the Man" is the definitive guide to what men need to know in order to dress well and look stylish without becoming fashion victims.
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Apr 28, 2011
Teresa
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This is the DEFINITIVE book on menswear. Buy this one and forget the rest, because Alan Flusser covered it all. Choosing suit colors to flatter your coloring? Check. The vagaries of formal dress codes? Check. The difference between British, Italian, and American tailoring schools? Check. How to mix patterns with panache? Check. Flusser's sartorial points are punctuated with loads of photos and illustrations (there is a fold out chart of shirt patterns divided by *season*!)and his writing is high
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Dec 15, 2011
Billy
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An excellent guide to menswear.
He refers to "permanent fashion" and that’s what he means. This is all about the classics with only a small portion at the end dedicated to work casual contemporary clothing. A large part of the examples he gives of great style are from the 30’s and 40’s. I think he’s correct in doing this, not only because those men (and women) obviously dressed better than most people today, but those looks are for the most part are timeless. You may not More...
He refers to "permanent fashion" and that’s what he means. This is all about the classics with only a small portion at the end dedicated to work casual contemporary clothing. A large part of the examples he gives of great style are from the 30’s and 40’s. I think he’s correct in doing this, not only because those men (and women) obviously dressed better than most people today, but those looks are for the most part are timeless. You may not More...
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Nov 21, 2011
James
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Superb book on how a man should dress. Covers the basics extremely well, although with a slight US bias (Such as wing collars with black tie, when in the UK and Europe they are reserved for white tie).
He has a lovely turn of phrase as well, which keeps the book floating along.
The best part though are the photos. Hundreds of wonderful shots of classic and modern mens clothes, with dos and don'ts clearly illustrated.
He has a lovely turn of phrase as well, which keeps the book floating along.
The best part though are the photos. Hundreds of wonderful shots of classic and modern mens clothes, with dos and don'ts clearly illustrated.
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Jan 02, 2012
Larry
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Very-detailed history and manual on men's suits. Well-written and well-presented, but dry and not an especially interesting topic to me.
Jan 26, 2011
Dressing the Man by Alan Flusser. Interesting both as a style guide and as a history of the changes in men's fashions.
Apr 24, 2010
Marilou
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Just had to read a book that showcases the cleft in Cary Grant's chin on the cover. A fun tome on how to be elegant and stylish.
Jun 13, 2011
Chris
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A bit too flowery and obtuse in language, but still containing some great ideas (and photos) for modern classic men's style.
Aug 29, 2010
Gage
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This book was great for someone who wants to know how a man should properly dress. Granted, it would have been more helpful to me if I were trying to climb the corporate ladder and had to wear a suit every day, but it was a good read for me anyway and helped me pick out my recent suit. I definitely feel more aware of proper, timeless, mens fashion now.
Dec 27, 2008
Dressing the Man: Mastering the Art of Permanent Fashion by Alan Flusser (2002)
Jul 28, 2011
Katelyn
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I wanted more on lapels and less on how to mix four different patterns.
Sep 15, 2009
Michael
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Both a monumental tribute to classic style--think Gary Cooper and the Duke of Windsor--and a guide for men who want to employ it. Stellar photos, comprehensive organization, and attention to the smallest sartorial details imbue the book with a perfect blend of nostalgia and freshness. It is Alan Flusser's magnum opus, and you ought to read it.
Jan 13, 2008
Brandon
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Very informative regarding the aspects of clothing including tailoring and its general rules pertaining to proper fit and style.
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