Your guide to what today's well-dressed man needs to buy, own, and wear! To wear it or not to wear it, that is the question. But, maybe, not any more. This book aspires to be a sort of manual, a summary of classical male dress codes given a modern feel. It also acts as a reference point for launching brand new and innovative styles that men enact every day to improve their comfort and elegance. Today, dress codes are no longer considered a limitation to creativity and individuality; nonetheless, it is still vital to understand the rules of dressing - even if at times we decide to transgress. Through superb photography and texts written by an expert in contemporary fashion, this volume encapsulates a series of modus vivendi, experiences of some of the true protagonists of male fashion - ranging from CEOs to artists, from white collar workers to dandies and factory workers. Through these images, all men will be able to learn how these people have adapted a black tie outfit without breaking with tradition or revolutionized formal attire creating a new interpretation of the suit. They will learn how new jobs or lifestyles have become `occasions', how the routine of a "frequent flyer" affects his style eventually determining a new dress code. For some, defining a style is natural and spontaneous, while for others it represents a careful construction of one's own image. Step by step, each chapter allows readers to experience the sense and the transformations of the contemporary male dress code. AUTHOR: Giuseppe Ceccarelli worked for fashion websites such as modaonline.it and CNN Style, and then moved to publishing, including L'Uomo Vogue. He now handles photography, articles, and interviews for Gentlemen magazine. In addition to serving as casting director at runway shows in Paris and Milan, he is the author of Menswear: 20 Timeless Elements of Style (White Star).
