Style and the Man

by Alan Flusser

Overview

“If you dispense income on clothes, this book is indispensable.”
— GQ

“Alan Flusser is one of the most knowledgeable experts on men’s fashion, and has created the ultimate reference for everything you need to know about good taste, great style, and where to find it throughout the world.”
— Ralph Lauren

The classic, essential guide for men about buying fashionable and long-lasting clothes by the author of Dressing the Man.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780061976155
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	05/11/2010
Pages:	137
Sales rank:	442,200
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.60(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Alan Flusser is the author of a number of books about men's style, including Dressing the Man. He is the president of Alan Flusser Designs, a company he founded in 1979. He attracted national attention in 1987 for Michael Douglas's wardrobe in Wall Street, as well as later acclaim for his work on the HBO movie Barbarians at the Gate, the Al Pacino movie Scent of a Woman, and American Psycho starring Christian Bale. In 1988, he was placed as a permanent member on the International Best-Dressed List.

Table of Contents

Introduction xi

How to Buy and Wear...

Tailored Clothing 5

The Dress Shirt 31

Shoes 45

Neckwear: Icon of Western Culture 59

Accessories: Belts and Braces, Jewelry, Handkerchiefs 74

Formal Wear 89

Custom-Made Clothes 112

Traveling with Your Wardrobe: Packing and Care 127