14 "Problems" Only Men's Style Experts Notice--Do You?

[@jamesstemba5075]

I love that all of these challenges have the practical answer of "don't sweat it" as a valid option.

[@celsomendoza8645]

IDK collar gap is pretty bad, noticeable, and quite sweat-able. It's so widespread though that it may effectively be normalized nowadays (even Kanye infamously wore a suit for a photo shoot with a horrendous collar gap).

[@georgelush1998]

Life is too short to sweat asymmetrical shoelaces.

[@celsomendoza8645]

@@jamescrab4110 Unfortunately, looking like a mess is "in" nowadays.

[@patatebanine4278]

I swear man, you look like a guestapo german

[@idontevenlikemoney]

@@patatebanine4278 hahaha

[@koolyman]

If someone spots a problem I'm just gonna throw the SPREZZATURA card

[@sheevinopalpatino4782]

Works like a charm

[@grahamirwin4233]

🤣🤣👍

[@DenisZaharenko]

That was my idea 🗿

[@MSkiMusic]

Absolutely! I look them up & down with disdain, & say "SPREZZATURA!" lol

[@JonathanNelson-nelsonj3]

I recently decided to ditch my polo shirt and jeans style and step it up a bit. I just need to play this channel repeat! Thanks!

[@LyonTheGreat]

Ain't nothing wrong with a good polo and denim combo! Good on you for taking new steps in your wardrobe though.

[@jazzycup9274]

I'm a sucker for a nice fitting Fred Perry and Chinos

[@tobyey9134]

~Diagnoses collar gap like it's an illness~

[@adriansaavedra7923]

Isn’t it?

[@ericosagie3046]

@@adriansaavedra7923 why do you have Mosley as your pfp

[@adriansaavedra7923]

@@ericosagie3046 because I admire the political figure of Sir Oswald Mosley

[@camperiv1]

@@adriansaavedra7923 Based

[@B_Cleric_Time]

@@adriansaavedra7923 unbased and traitorpilled

[@Volper1]

On another note; I know you gentlemen specialize in traditional, urban wear, but have you ever considered (or done) videos on rural wear? Asking as a man who enjoys more western wear in his wardrobe.

[@esteban_ruiz]

Take notes from the Texan Tom Ford. A nice leather jacket or suede jacket and some good boots is all it takes

[@twoblocksdown5464]

@@esteban_ruiz ok but what about transgender gentelmen?

[@iamcleaver6854]

@@twoblocksdown5464 I don't think you can call abominations "gentlemen"

[@timblank4432]

@@twoblocksdown5464 I would think a transgender gentleman could do the same as Tom Ford or follow the general rule of thumb outlined in this video (fit, color theory, etc) , just geared towards a different style choice. I have a trans friend and he looks solid in the more rural wear. This is my opinion though and I am far from knowing much about this topic. I just wanted to give some support to drowned out the toxic commentary above. You do you bro and rock the country look.

[@twoblocksdown5464]

@@timblank4432 AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAH

[@JACK_TheAllSeeingEye]

I was taught tie wear as a boy in a private English school (1969)...it was required that every student know how to dress to 'proper' standards. As boys our ties were of adult length, so: - the front panel was to fall to within one to two inches from your pant waistline - the back panel, being far too long, was to be tucked into the shirt between two buttons just below the sternum and tucked into the waistband behind the shirt.

[@micahwright5901]

genius

[@moorshound3243]

Yep that's how I did it also. Ah England's Green and Pleasant land.

[@johnmurdoch8534]

I used to do this too.

[@timetraveltvniles7650]

I did think I was the only person who let these problems get to me, now I feel at home.

[@harveybaker7381]

I've been watching GG videos for about a week now and loving them. Being a blue collar guy I find myself usually wearing jeans and t-shirt. A polo if I'm going out, lol. However, back in 06 I attended a wedding and bought a suit that was maybe $200. I know it was a cheap suit but I felt like a million bucks in it. You guys have me checking the men's wear rack in thrift stores hoping for deals. I'm so much more confident doing so, with all I've learned on this channel. Thanks for the great content!

[@jeandupont8501]

Great fun in your journey with suits 👍😀 enjoy and I'm sure you'll look fantastic in them !

[@infallibleblue]

Get to know a good tailor in your area too. They can make a simple pair of jeans look amazing with it’s fitting you.

[@jackyvivid]

This channel is truly Gold!.

[@Channel323]

I agree 100%

[@davianjanvierto4679]

I agree too 100%. I also like retro fashions.

[@slyarsenal]

This is a brilliant video. Shared this with my mate, whom too long, has neglected his care for presentation and style. Since he got a new job which requires more formal wear, I've been helping him with suit fittings, smart casual wear, fabrics, design and etiquette. Donning his new wardrobe, he recently met a lovely woman. I'm extremely happy for him so thank you for putting in the time to make this video.

[@theDapperVault]

Grab your whiskey, gents! We're in for a treat! 😃

[@fryktenogmennesket]

Wow! And that's exactly a Proper Twelve bottle that I opened before opening this video.

[@01nmuskier]

The narrator prefers mimosas.

[@widowrumstrypze9705]

I'll be in the drawing room with the ladies, smoking CANNABIS, lol!!

[@staycasual7203]

What evs

[@JACK_TheAllSeeingEye]

Watching this in the morning....so coffee and cannabis. Wake n bake! Otherwise: The Aultmore 12.

[@Belau511]

Call me a nerd, but on the pocket square issue: I cut out rectangular cardboard pieces and now fix every square with 1 to 3 clips; mostly wearing presidential squares or stairs folds, but works as well for a buffed style. You can use the cardboard and clips from a shirt's packaging. Works perfectly fine: nothing moves that shouldn't move, it doesn't build up the pocket and it doesn't cost anything.

[@moorshound3243]

Yea and then you will always have a good supply of roach for any joint rolling friends you may have?

[@neinja66469]

​@@moorshound3243ha ha so funny 🫥

[@Gilamath.]

Here’s the reason you have a collar gap: the back of your jacket is too short. People underestimate the back of a suit or sport coat, but it can be quite tricky. Conversely, if your jacket back is too long, you will see a “bump” of fabric right below the back of your jacket collar. This, as the video said, is affected by the shoulder, too. Fixing this issue is possible in mild cases, but quite expensive

[@Reziac]

Very interesting. So I had to go inspect my jackets (all three of 'em, last worn in a previous century) . The fine fitted wool that started life as a navy dress uniform fits perfectly, end to end. The denim that's looser in the body also sets correctly around the neck. The suede (that makes me look like David Bowie) ... it's gappy, and a bit loose overall across the back. But if I pinch out a bit (like a long dart down the middle of the back) then the collar settles perfectly, and the whole fits more cleanly. Thanks, I would not have thought to look at the back that way without your comment! Might even be not too hard to fix.

[@chrisellis1232]

Spot on, great observation and explanation 👍

[@VonGoldfinger]

Just fookin lift bro!

[@uber_chbeb]

A good tailor can fix the collar gap, as you said. It is technically complicated and cost around 75USD but it solves the problem in 95% of the cases.

[@moisesflores5405]

The roll under the collar happens to me in all RTW because my shoulders are too square for most jackets and rtw is cut for more sloped shoulders. The solution is to cut the collar of the jacket and remove the excess fabric.

[@chasatch]

I still have the 24/$6 satin pocket squares I purchased when starting my wardrobe. I find them useful for "propping up" higher quality squares that may be a bit small. They provide a base layer while not overfilling the pocket.

[@infantryrecruited]

The pocket square holder actually works fabulously for mitigating the sinking and ballooning of pocket squares. Especially with the satin type materials. I literally never wear a pocket square without one.

[@stephengoodwin6403]

When wearing a tie,I always wear it with old school,long arrow point shirts,and often locked and closed .As far as collar gap,my tailor solves that problem.Great video

[@Erik_Swiger]

My daily wear for work is jeans and a T-shirt (I'm hardly stylish), so it's rather remarkable how many of these suit gaffs I've noticed on others over the years. I didn't know these gaffs were an actual "thing," I just thought it was my perception being really picky.

[@sptownsend999]

I really like that you offered multiple solutions for each "problem;" I 100% recommend shirt stays for the sagging sock problem, as they also keep shirts tucked in. I have three custom dress shirts, and they become untucked unless I'm wearing stays. Great video!!

[@Thatdudehey]

I like that the examples show people we'd consider "debonair" - we're all in the same boat (sometimes)!

[@dorchadas63]

I felt good when they showed Prince Charles

[@dandiehm8414]

Another great Preston video!

[@autotraindome]

Love that guy!

[@OzymandiasRex]

I wish you had a European online shop. Some of those accessories are amazing.

[@kentpool7414]

2:04 I love the humor Preston.

[@timmeier7443]

Concerning the problem of the vanishing pocket square: Take a sharp (!) safety pin, pin it through the lining of the jacket and the two layers of pocket lining (not the outer fabric!) et voilá! Now your pocket is smaler and that naughty pocket square can no longer retreat into the depths of your jacket. It's a good solutioun if you have a prefered way of wearing your pocket square so the pin can stay in place. If you vary your pocket sqare style often, make sure you use a sharp pin so you don't pull out threads when you change it.

[@autotraindome]

Preston, you are the best! What a great video. Thank you!

[@christopherscarpino8994]

Love your upbeat spirit and beautiful vision of men's clothes. Love the stuffed pockets.

[@dr.kenschmidt5726]

If I may, a common problem I notice is the billowing of a dress shirt over the trousers and belt in front. I had that problem until a friend of mine suggested having my dry cleaner press my shirts with the military creases on the back. Now, the shirts have a nice crisp look in the front. Even without a jacket or coat, the shirt looks great from the back. Your thoughts?

[@davianjanvierto4679]

Yes! Another awesome Preston video again. I like it. (And please tell him i am a fan of his jazz.)

[@ryptoll4801]

Too long ties is one of these that continue to be a pet peeve of mine, at least on myself. I tend to "solve" the issue by tying it so that the wider end is at good length and the tuck the excessively long narrow end into my shirt, between two of the buttons. This can however get bulky, so my other solution is to tuck the tie into my pants and wear a waistcoat to hide that.

[@pablobaio9435]

I love the way and the tone Preston explains this topics. Great video, guys.

[@crystalheart9]

This channel is so interesting. I've noticed that the shoelaces seem overly long and when the shoe is tied there are big loops hanging down over the sides. It doesn't look very tidy with big loops hanging out from under the trouser cuffs. Now I'm starting to notice everything!

[@widowrumstrypze9705]

It's gonna drive you CRAZY, lol! The ideal solution? Have coffee with a similarly fashionable friend (or even find a fashion geek online, lol) in a high-volume shop in the Business District. Sit there with said friend, and people-watch, then LET THE CRITIQUES BEGIN!!! My best friend and I worked at the same theatre house, it was next to the Business District, and we'd do that very thing all the TIME, lol! HE was mean, though! "Sir? SIR!! Brooks Brothers is right across the street. You're welcome."

[@williamjameslehy1341]

One of the biggest game changers for my wardrobe was when I bought a case full of collar stays from Amazon.

[@MisterRorschach90]

One of the biggest flaws with mens fashion is that they no longer make very many waist coats on high end suits. A 3 piece beautifully tailored suit is perfection. If you want it you’ve gotta go bespoke, made to measure, or cheap. I don’t think I’ve seen more than a handful of vests or waistcoats actually made out of high end fabrics like cashmere or high end wool.

[@Reverend_Salem]

i have a couple waistcoats made of a nice quality fabric (one is wool, the other a red plaid flannel) granted, i may be an outlier as i made both of them.

[@StevenHughes-hr5hp]

A high end vest that does not match the suit and trousers actually looks better.

[@charitysheppard4549]

I love nothing better than a sharply dressed man, so this channel is enjoyable to watch.

[@bob_the_bomb4508]

A ZZ Top fan? :)

[@marquiswallace9957]

Another winner. Very informative. I definitely notice all of these things. Shoe lacing and creasing advice is duly noted.

[@plusplusplusplusp]

Now that I have a little sartorial education (largely thanks to this channel), flyaway collars absolutely infuriate me. I refuse to wear any jacket and collar combination where the collar doesn't tuck under the lapel. Some of those modern small collars look so silly when they fail to reach the lapel. It completely breaks up and ruins the flow of that area in your outfit.

[@snail.doodle9389]

Me watching videos to improve my drawings of men with details: O>O

[@sakakibaryo]

Hey, same here

[@Alsatiagent]

A far more admirable pursuit.

[@ΣτέλιοςΔούκας-ξ7η]

Οκευ ρε

[@blakemcnamara9105]

@@Alsatiagent Than what?

[@torelly]

lol same here

[@joeyoungs8426]

For those cringing at patterned ties with patterned shirts, while there are general rules for this fashion choice, it’s all about the scale and complementary colors.

[@rowjelio]

One peice of advice on the shoe creases (the second to last one), rotate your shoes often. If you wear the same pair 3 times a week, buy other pairs so thar you only wear them once a week. I know they are great and they are the most comfortable but you need to rotate your shoe colllection to make them last 👌👍

[@roberthoffhines5419]

Oh great...there goes my OCD. Catcalls and sounds effects on point!

[@Volper1]

Gawd these 20th century styles were amazing. I wish we could go back to it.

[@slicksnewonenow]

Never had to go back to it... I've, personally, stubbornly refused to ever become a victim of "fashion"!😅

[@Volper1]

@DAUGHTER👑 OF GOD, ✝️ no

[@Reziac]

Well, if enough people do go back to it, it'll become stylish. So go for it!

[@travelguy6454]

I thought I was the only one with these problems, great job gents.

[@scottmiller2591]

Many of these are concerns of mine. Some are "Oh, my God - are people that bad at ___?" e.g., tying their shoes. All of these were interesting, none fell into the "who cares?" category. This article hit the mark exactly for me.

[@errittsmith4536]

I work with a band sometimes we ware a tie for that event for example wore one for a Fundraiser back in April it. Definitely depends on the occasion we ware dress vests with that tie usually don’t were a jacket I will ware one when I just want to dress up with a practical sweater. Vest

[@umashankarrenikuntla9816]

Good information 👍

[@aaronlang686]

I have always tied my shoe laces correctly before I knew about it. I was taught the correct way when learning as a young child.

[@BasilARBYIG]

Thank you very much for the tips! Excellent advice!

[@leocomerford]

7:55 How about sleeve garters as a means to pull in overlong sleeves a little?

[@walterdimmick653]

Best "first world problem" video on the internet. I need short ties but no way I would pay the same price for a tie that a really high grade Japanese chisel costs.

[@user7467]

Nice vid

[@ravipeiris4388]

Extremely useful 👍 video, thank you 😊❤️

[@anthonys5568]

Good insights. Thank you Sir!

[@MrDanilop45]

Well described, elegant and IMO correct.

[@seanbrewer1232]

I'm pretty sure the folks at the gentleman's gazette would have strokes looking at my wardrobe.

[@basilpeewit3350]

I usually buy jackets from Charles Tyrwhitt and Brook Taverner. Jackets are usually available with regular sleeves and short sleeves. CT shirts are available in classic fit, slim fit and extra slim fit with the dress shirts having the option of single and double cuffs and brass collar stiffeners as shown in the video.

[@lulairenoroub3869]

@5:00 The other day I tried using a tie as a pocket square, having never worn a pocket square before and just thought I'd try it out. Apart from the bulge inside the pocket, it actually looked good. But it refused to stay still, kept sinking back into the pocket. I figured it was just because a tie isn't a pocket square and I'm a novice in the whole dressing up thing. Funny to learn, that's actually a general issue with pocket squares :)

[@Battle_Boy923]

I’ve never had the budget to get anything tailored only had one suit jacket (which fell apart) but one day I hope I’ll be able to dress like they do. On a daily basis

[@AA-tb7rg]

Jawohl. Diese Probleme kenne ich sehr gut... great video. Made me smile...

[@LA_Peres]

Glad to discover this channel.

[@AshleySmith-ke7xv]

Great content thank you.❤

[@interamerica6027]

Great video. I have experienced every single one of these issues with different brands.

[@johnmurdoch8534]

I wear vintage ties that are always far shorter than modern ones and prefer them. They work better with higher rise pants and vests and tend to have a different look (wider at bottoms and thinner in middle). If it was okay in the 30s its fine by me.

[@Soul_Younes]

This is probably your most empathetic video, as it felt so reassuring 😂

[@CaliTom81]

Every young man should watch this video before purchasing their first few suits.

[@malcolmalexander5246]

An enjoyable video of essential tips. Cravats would be a pleasing addition as I often wear them and for those new to Cravats, the various tying methods are important. These video's would be a useful addition to senior schools so that the young men can understand how to dress correctly. Some Polo shirts had poor quality collars that look saggy after washing. Gabicci shirts however have collars that remain pristeen

[@dcr00k]

I am not a man who is conversant with the sartorial world. I truly enjoyed this video, and I will employ as much of this knowledge as I can when I need to dress well and not look like a rube. Total thumbs up. As a humorous aside, when you began explaining the details of your own attire at the end of the video, I got a bit of a Patrick Bateman vibe such as when he was discussing business cards. By the way, do you like Huey Lewis and The News? In particular, I like Sports.

[@ronstarkronstark500]

Love it. Great points we have all faced.

[@bobwallace9814]

Full size paper clips make a great collar stay. As far as fit and problems with the jacket collar and shoulder dimples, your shape or lack of one you have has a lot to do with that.

[@croceaMors1]

23:00 those are some very classy cufflinks.

[@WDCallahan]

I definitely notice most of these issues on myself, but I never really look for them on other people

[@Boselaphus]

Thanks for keeping the classic men's gear in your store, it really helps to keep the legacy alive! Well I need to know how silk plush is made, I wanna have a factory that makes it. Any chance that you know how its made?

[@gentlemansgazette]

If I did, O would make it

[@Mitchellfw]

Oddly enough, I always wear sock garters with my trousers. I find them quite comfortable and practical, and far less annoying than rolling up my trouser legs to yank my socks back up every hour.

[@slicksnewonenow]

Yes... And Shirt Garters are wonderful, too!

[@martinb3977]

What happens when you undress in front of your lover? Mine would go ROFL if they saw that. Especially shirt garters, they are just ludicrous.

[@davorzdralo8000]

Why in the world are your socks unrolling hourly? Are you wearing 100 year old vintage socks from before elastine was invented?

[@SightNSoundBand]

If your pocket square sinks down into your pocket I found that placing a small bit of Kleenex in the bottom of your pocket fixes this quite nicely. The Kleenex will keep your pocket square "up"...just don't use too much Kleenex as you don't want to create a lump in your pocket and under the pocket square...

[@moorshound3243]

Boogies hold mine in place.

[@unreliablememory9687]

I tend to view tie length a little differently, especially when wearing braces, which I always do. When wearing braces, trousers sit higher, at the waist instead of the hips; therefore, the point of the tie should extend past the top of the trousers, but not more than 1/2 or 3/4 of an Inch. Also, I personally feel that suspenders with clips look cheap when compared to braces with buttons, which have an old-school elegance.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I recommend outward-opening pockets for women, because we have fuller hips, unlike men. This lets the section over the tummy lie flat, and the extra fabric of the open pleat to give needed the fullness to accommodate the hips. But, I agree with your recommendation for men, unless a man has extra weight, then it’s worth trying both to see which is more flattering.

[@Problema420]

i dont even wear suits, i dont like dressing formal, but somehow i ended up here and i dont regret it

[@aromafh2486]

Beautiful video.. aroma from heaven

[@ahuddleston6512]

A weird question for you guys....my son and I were wondering why are there inside pockets in mens jackets but not ladies? I usually buy mens jackets or sew a make shift pocket in my ladies coat.

[@babayega_]

Because that's where a gentleman carries his billfold and/or his checkbook. Traditionally speaking.

[@steverocksyo]

Optical centers on glasses should be located about at the center of the frames.

[@annettetesta8816]

I enjoy this channel a lot. I really like the tiger eye cufflinks.

[@redcastlefan]

another possible cause of the shoulder divot on felt and similar clothing is due to putting it on a hanger that is too thin, which will cause the shoulder area to stretch over time due to gravity,

[@Manuel421]

I know AE and Ace Marks are highly praised but are Beckett Simonon and UnDandy fantastic quality as well? Appreciate the content as always. I'm looking into a pair of suede Derbies for my next shoe keep up the good work.

[@christophcongcffaessler2391]

Any ID on the Pants worn at 9:56? Love the pleats with the additional pocket on top

[@robertthomason4410]

@ 8.40 are you missing a jacket sleeve button? Or just don't have it buttoned?

[@radicalsocionics]

24:18 The clip suspenders: are they really appropriate, or should one prefer buttoned ones? Maybe you could have a video about this topic.

[@velvetjones1856]

Glad I'm retired and don't need to worry about this so much. Same pants every day, change colors. T-shirts in summer, fleece in winter. Merrill mocs.

[@uptheranks_gaming3934]

as an alterations expert, I can tell you that the collar gap has only to do with the dimensions of your body, and nothing more. I love this channel but they really didn't explain the solution. a person doesn't need custom suiting. this is a relatively easy alteration for a skilled tailor, it's called shortening the collar and i deal with it all the time. I hope this helps

[@shahzadeshtiak]

I do!

[@glamdestruction2167]

As a tailor, this is ridiculously entertaining.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I ordered a nice-fabric, leather-trimmed, Prince of Wales jacket-inspired, blazer from Banana Republic (a women’s, obviously, as I’m a lady). When I received it, I noticed that one of the back pleats didn’t hang right (it had been stitched below, not into, the waistband) and the front buttons weren’t evenly spaced, making a slight bulge in one spot. I took it back and the in-house tailor fixed it perfectly, for free. I didn’t want to just replace it with another, it would likely be thrown away. Be picky and check everything on your clothing, as demonstrated here. Don’t let sellers get away with quality problems, it leads them to lower their standards. They will only do the minimum that people will buy. I’m a stylist, but am learning a lot more detail about tailored clothing here and on RMS, that I can apply to my lady-wardrobe!

[@Lou.B]

Excellent!

[@Lord.Smith.the.first.]

If I have a shirt I love but the neck has become too tight on the neck is usually change the tie for a cravat depending on the suit, I like a white shirt and black waistcoat with a bright floral or geometric pattern cravat

[@Lassehansen3]

The fly away collar doesn’t bother me at all 😅 I’m all for the “sprezzatura” hehe. Short collars with jackets on the other hand! Now that’s my enemy 😂

[@averagejoe4101]

Any ideas for sloppy collars? Collar stays, etc.. thanks

[@Thylako]

My favorite suite is pure white and a red wine tie.

[@slicksnewonenow]

PIMPIN' ain't easy...

[@quentinmantione1224]

Of course these are real problems... As a young and overall short man, I particularly hate the fact that all of my ties are too long no matter how I put them... And, please, the Windsor is just horrible 😭😭

[@LatimusChadimus]

The trinity knot and similar build-ups help as they use a lot of fabric, using up almost all of the thin end of the tie

[@Gilamath.]

Try a double-four-in-hand (or was it called a five-in-hand?). It’s a normal four-in-hand, except instead of wrapping the tie around once, you do it twice. Takes a few crucial inches off of the tie without being overly show-y the way some other knots can be I once bought a grenadine tie online that was far too long to wear normally but far too beautiful to give up. You want to be careful about what knot you use to tie a grenadine tie, so I had limited options. Thankfully, I found that this knot worked well and didn’t look bulky even with as bulky a tie as a grenadine

[@slicksnewonenow]

Just have your existing neckties modified by a Seamstress or a Tailor... I'm not sure if any of the modern necktie sources offer them, but years ago, the bigger department stores and certainly Specialty shops offered neckties in LENGTHS... Sometimes, even widths and with different amounts of more or less padding.

[@OrrosGG]

I notice All the Time, Always. 🎩

[@jasonkelsey3441]

Would love an episode on black dress shirts.

[@peteroconnor6394]

Good video.

[@Sharp931]

Very helpful

[@ramirososa7566]

At 16:13 Raphael has some braces with an X shape. I’ve been looking everywhere for a pair of those and cannot find one. Does he have a brand name or a style to look for?