Whether you're looking to reinvent yourself or never quite found a style that suits you, here is a short list of books to help inspire a style change or upgrade. When we can gather together safely again, you'll be ready to wow the world. 

Suave in Every Situation: A Rakish Style Guide for Men byJean-Philippe Delhomme and Gonzague Dupleix

A duo of men’s fashion and contemporary culture experts present a witty, entertaining account of the modern gentleman through vivid illustrations. Be Suave in Every Situation is the ultimate guide to a tasteful and sophisticated life. Laying down the law on style and proper decorum for men of the twenty-first century, this volume enlightens the male population with the secrets to becoming a cultured, contemporary gentleman. The ultimate sartorial and etiquette guide, illustrated by Jean-Philippe Delhomme, this book is required reading for men of all ages.

 

 

Esquire Dress Code: A Man's Guide to Personal Style by Esquire Inc.

Esquire Dress Code is the definitive guide men need to put together a great wardrobe and dress stylishly for any occasion.Visually bold, and told with wit and humor, it covers everything from fashion icons, closet must-haves, and investment pieces, to tailoring essentials, office attire, and dressing for every age. Once a man learns to adapt these fashion fundamentals for his personal look, he'll be set for life.

 

 

Menswear Dog Presents: The New Classics: Fresh Looks for the Modern Man by David Fund and Yena Kim

The husband and wife behind the "Menswear Dog" blog present a quirky guide to men's seasonal style as modeled by Bodhi, their Shiba Inu dog.

 

 

 

Men and Style by David Coggins

Men and Style reaches beyond standard what to wear advice: It is equal parts style guide and intriguing conversation about the masculine identity within the world of fashion. David Coggins explores the history of mens style and learns from some of the most notable tastemakers in the industry and beyond. Its essays and interviews discuss the lessons men learned from their fathers, the mistakes they made as young men, and how they emerged to become better men. Some of the most dapper men in the world discuss bad mustaches, misguided cologne choices, and unfortunate prom tuxedos. All the men here have arrived at a place in the world and have a keen understanding about how they fit in it. Men and Style celebrates singular men who've lived well and can tell us about how they earned their worldview.  

Style Bible: What to Wear to Work by Lauren A. Rothman 

First impressions (and second ones!) count, whether you are an intern or a CEO. Lauren A. Rothman addresses an age-old dilemma: how to be appropriate and stylish in the workplace. Based on a decade of experience in the fashion industry, she addresses the basics of fashion and executive presence by offering advice, anecdotes, and style alerts that help readers avoid major fashion faux pas at the office. Style Bible: What to Wear to Work is the must-have resource for the modern professional, male or female, climbing the ladder of success. Lauren identifies the ultimate wardrobe essentials, and reveals shopping strategies and destinations for the everyday person. 

 

 

 

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