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Gentleman: The Ultimate Companion to the Elegant Man by Bernhard Roetzel
In today's podcast for men, we crack open Bernhard Roetzel's "Gentleman" – the cult classic that reveals why the truly powerful men dress differently than everyone else.Discover why Savile Row tailors are the "Mecca" of menswear and how they can transform not just your appearance but your confidence. Learn why top businessmen visit John Lobb for $2000 shoes while your colleagues buy disposable footwear. We'll reveal Roetzel's insider wisdom on why brass belt buckles signal refinement while silver screams nouveau riche.Beyond the obvious, we explore Roetzel's fascinating take on the gentleman's private rituals – from his controversial sections on tobacco and spirits to his almost obsessive advice on packing a suitcase without rumpling your jacket (his technique for "the knack with the jacket" might change your travel game forever).Most intriguingly, we dissect Roetzel's philosophy that being well-dressed is actually about respect – not vanity – and why he believes most modern men have lost the understanding of how clothes communicate character.Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder or simply tired of looking ordinary, this episode reveals why certain men always command attention when they enter a room – and how Roetzel's guide can help you become one of them.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.
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The Ivy League by Daniel Cappello
In this episode of The VOU Podcast for Men, we dive into The Ivy League by Daniel Cappello — a richly layered book that’s part institutional history, part cultural anthropology, and part style manual for the quietly powerful.Considered exploration of how eight elite American universities shaped not only academia and politics but also fashion, status, and masculine identity.We unpack how the Ivy League became more than an athletic conference — evolving into a cultural signifier synonymous with legacy, confidence, and understated authority. From Harvard’s Georgian brick to Yale’s Gothic towers and Princeton’s leafy quadrangles, Cappello’s book captures how each school cultivated not just thinkers but a visual and behavioural style that endures in everything from modern prepwear to heritage tailoring.This conversation goes beyond campus gates. We explore how the Ivy League influenced what men wear—not just in class but also in boardrooms, creative agencies, and luxury fashion houses. Think soft-shouldered blazers, repp ties, natural fabrics, and the elusive concept of effortlessness. Ivy style is more than a dress code; it’s a mindset rooted in self-assurance, tradition, and restraint.We also discuss the sociopolitical subtext behind the Ivy mythos: the tension between privilege and merit, the evolution from white, Protestant exclusivity to curated meritocracy, and the subtle performance of taste that still defines Ivy League-coded aesthetics. Why do these schools still set the tone for how success “should” look? And how much of that legacy is about appearance over substance?Whether revisiting your collegiate influences or refining your uniform, this episode invites you to decode the aesthetics of institutional power — and how Ivy League style still shapes what we consider classic, refined, and elite in men’s fashion today.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.
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Gentleman: The Elegant Man's Companion by Bernhard Roetzel
In this essential episode of The VOU Podcast for Men, we crack open Gentleman: A Timeless Guide to Fashion — Bernhard Roetzel’s enduring masterclass on classic menswear. First published in 1999 and still regarded as the benchmark for dressing with purpose and polish, Gentleman is more than a style guide — it’s a manual for living with intent, one well-cut lapel and welted sole at a time.Join us and two expert guests as we walk through this seminal volume's structure, philosophy, and legacy. From the architecture of a proper English suit to the quiet power of well-chosen accessories, Roetzel outlines the complete anatomy of masculine elegance. We unpack what still holds up, what’s evolved, and why the book continues to shape men’s wardrobes from Berlin to Tokyo to New York.We’ll break down Roetzel’s approach to tailoring, shirts, shoes, grooming, etiquette, and even lifestyle — from the shape of a club collar to how you carry your umbrella. With German precision and Continental flair, Gentleman teaches the codes behind classic style and how to adapt them for a modern world without losing your sense of self.This isn’t about trends — it’s about timelessness. About understanding proportion, context, and the quiet discipline that goes into dressing well. Whether you’re deep into bespoke tailoring or just starting to rethink your wardrobe, this episode offers a deep dive into why style matters — not for vanity, but for identity, respect, and presence.So pour a coffee, straighten your pocket square, and join us for a discussion that will make you see your clothes—and yourself—in a sharper light. Because elegance isn’t old-fashioned but eternal.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.
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Take Ivy by Teruyoshi Hayashida
In this episode of The VOU Podcast for Men, we open the cult classic Take Ivy - the iconic 1965 Japanese photobook that captured the Ivy League campuses of America and redefined men’s style across the globe. Join us as we step into this quiet revolution in fashion, where khakis, loafers, OCBDs, and natural-shouldered blazers became the unofficial uniform of effortless cool.Shot candidly on the campuses of Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and others, Take Ivy documented what American students wore when no one was watching — and in doing so, created one of the most influential menswear books of all time. We explore how this slim hardcover, created by Teruyoshi Hayashida and a team of Japanese style obsessives, distilled the elegance of East Coast collegiate dress and sparked a prepwear movement that echoed from Tokyo to London to New York.In this conversation, we break down what makes Ivy style more than just clothes - a posture, an attitude, a quiet confidence. From sockless loafers and Shetland crewnecks to the art of rolling your oxford collar just right, we decode the visual language that Take Ivy captured so effortlessly. Our guests unpack the social codes, the contradictions, and the understated rebellion in what appears, at first glance, to be just “clean-cut” student fashion.We also reflect on Take Ivy’s global impact: how it ignited Japan’s fascination with American prep, laid the groundwork for brands like VAN Jacket, influenced Ralph Lauren and Thom Browne, and continues to shape today’s heritage and "old money" style revivals. And we ask: what was really being photographed — a fashion moment or a social class? What does it mean to preserve that world in print?Whether you’re a lifelong trad, a modern minimalist, or just discovering the roots of casual menswear, this episode invites you to re-examine how timeless style is made. Because in the end, Take Ivy isn’t just a lookbook — it’s a window into how men used clothing to fit in, stand out, and quietly assert who they were.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.
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Sharp Suits: A Celebration of Men's Tailoring by Eric Musgrave
In this sharp-edged episode of The VOU Podcast for Men, we turn our lens to Sharp Suits by Eric Musgrave — the definitive chronicle of the suit’s evolution from aristocratic uniform to modern menswear icon. Join us and two expert guests as we dissect this richly illustrated cultural history, packed with pinstripes, power dressing, and the personalities who made the suit a symbol of everything from rebellion to refinement.We explore how Sharp Suits repositions tailoring not just as tradition but as transformation — a dynamic force woven into politics, pop culture, and personal identity. From Savile Row craftsmanship and Italian sprezzatura to the cinematic swagger of Cary Grant and the glam-rock tailoring of David Bowie, we dive into the book’s most compelling themes and chapters. Expect spirited conversation on double-breasted drama, the magic of mohair, and why the striped suit is still the uniform of ambition.Our guests unpack the suit’s surprising adaptability: how it became the uniform of conformity and counterculture, used by gangsters and gentlemen, bankers and rebels alike. We trace how tailoring crossed continents, adapting from the stately frock coats of English royalty to the expressive silhouettes of American jazz musicians and Hollywood antiheroes.This episode isn’t just for the menswear obsessive. It’s for anyone curious about why a two-button jacket still holds power in the 21st century — and how something as seemingly simple as a suit tells a story of class, confidence, rebellion, and restraint. We’ll dig into behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the book, reflect on how tailoring shapes perception, and consider what the future holds for the world’s sharpest garment.Whether you wear bespoke or off-the-rack, this is a masterclass in men’s style through one iconic piece: the suit. Tune in for a conversation as tailored as the subject matter, and walk away seeing your wardrobe through a sharper lens.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.
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