Menswear Expert Reviews "The Talented Mr. Ripley"

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00:00 The Talented Mr. Ripley Fil Review Introduction
For menswear fans and film buffs alike, The Talented Mr. Ripley from 1999 is one to watch for its unique and beguiling plot, impeccable cast, and interesting take on 1950s style.
00:31 The Talented Mr. Ripley Menswear Review
The Talented Mr. Ripley made it into our list of 17 Movies Menswear Enthusiasts Must Watch from the 70s to 2010s and it stars Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law, and Philip Seymour Hoffman. The movie is based on the 1955 novel of Patricia Highsmith by the same name. Interestingly, Highsmith wrote four other books following the exploits of the main character Tom Ripley. Therefore, they’re also known as the “Ripliad.”
While there’s lots of sartorial eye candy in this movie, today we’re going to focus on the main characters:
Tom Ripley played by Matt Damon
→ 02:44 Class of 1956 Blazer
→ 03:15 White Uniform Jacket
→ 03:38 Sing-breasted, Two-button Corduroy Jacket
→ 04:39 Oxford Cloth Shirt and Trousers
→ 05:24 Moscot Originals Eyeglasses
→ 06:24 Pebble-grain, Split-toe Derby Shoes
→ 07:15 Charcoal Grey Wool Suit
→ 08:05 Hamilton Ardmore Watch
→ 08:40 Pork Pie Hat with Black Tie Outfit
→ 09:08 50s Riviera Look
→ 09:37 Raglan Overcoat
→ 11:04 Dark Suit with White Shirt and Dark Tie
→ 11:30 Corduroy Jacket with Peak Lapels
→ 11:55 Evening Wear
→ 12:46 Other Outfits
Dickie Greenleaf played by Jude Law
→ 14:54 Casual Outfit
→ 15:33 Tan Two-piece Suit
→ 16:14 Dressing Gown
→ 16:29 Menswear Accessories
→ 17:42 Persol PO3260S
→ 18:13 One-piece Knitted Shirt and Flowery Shorts
→ 18:55 Navy Blazer Outfit
→ 19:21 Two-toned Shoes
→ 19:56 French Navy Suit
→ 20:25 Dark Blazer Outfit
Peter Smith-Kingsley played by Jack Davenport
→ 21:18 Evening Wear
→ 21:52 Brown Raglan Overcoat
→ 22:01 Business Suit
→ 22:13 Olive Green Duffle Coat
Overall, The Talented Mr. Ripley is a wonderful movie, not only for its storyline and the filming. It doesn’t have the typical 90s vibe, especially in terms of clothing that you typically get. It looks very timeless and period-accurate in my mind, even 22 years later. While not everything is 100% accurate, it is overall fairly accurate. And you can tell that they did a really great job of getting things right pre-internet, I might add.
What we like the most about The Talented Mr. Ripley is that they use clothes to portray subtleties much more so than other movies do. And as a clotheshorse, we just love it.
24:00 Outfit Rundown
What’s your favorite outfit from the movie? Let us know in the comments!

[@morgo5000]

Jude law's Dickie Grenleaf is one of the best dressed characters of all time. The scene at the Cafe is perfection.

[@MikeB071]

One of the best dressed of all time???? Either you have really low standards or you haven't seen a lot of movies...

[@normadesmond6017]

o yes. Every single thing in this movie is perfect.

[@33Jenesis]

Jude Law and Gwyneth Paltrow were at the height of their beauty in this movie. The movie preserves it besides the excellent wardrobe they wore. Whenever I picture Italian Riviera, I picture these two and their outfits. Absolutely timeless and beautiful.

[@raulgonzalezasfura922]

Now you should review the original the French version; (1960) “ A Plein Soleil” or “Purple Noon” with Alain Delon. One of THE most iconic summer style movies ever produced.

[@jamlane]

oooooh....thank you! I'll check it out.

[@PKapoor599]

Purple noon is my favorite

[@user-ed9fl7hu1y]

A much better movie also

[@thomasfranche6770]

Yes, Alain Delon is really interesting to watch in that movie. I prefer the 1999 version, but Plein soleil has its moments (like the part where he is changing the passport photo or when he's walking through the Italian wet market).

[@TheFinnola]

The way Alain Delon wears a tailored suit is casual chic gold! ❤

[@davethewave5501]

Love everything about this film. The era, NY, Italy, jazz, and the style

[@AT-cy7im]

The nice thing about Italy is that if you go to places like Giarre, or Taormina, Positano etc you will be able dress like in the 50s and you will look very stylish and fit really nicely with all the elegant architecture, people and landscape. My favorite romantic summer evening: Moonlight walk and drink on Taormina's square balcony overylooking the sea, the city is quite high from the sea so you feel quite suspended between the sky and the sea... and if Etna is errupting at that moment ... well the experience is unforgetable.

[@ThePoliceDonut]

Yesss!!! This is one of my favorite movies and not a lot of big KZbin channels have made videos about it but I’m so glad it’s you guys!

[@conrad4852]

This was a fascinating commentary on one of my favorite films. Thank you.

[@r.vazquez7880]

I always loved the clothes in this movie but your keen eye and analysis knocks it out of the park. Thank you for your insight.

[@cedriccheng9895]

His smoke grey glasses at 5:47 with the diamond hinge guards are indeed 1950s vintage BGC glasses made for the military. They were manufactured under contract by Shuron Optical and Bausch & Lomb. Edit: Superb video, and I will check this movie out!

[@GrumpyYank26]

You are a pleasure to watch and listen to. Your enjoyment and humor are contagious.

[@iliusha82]

I really wanted somebody to review this movie regarding the wardrobe of the characters. Thank u so much, Gent's Gazzete!

[@tfh5575]

the interiors of the different homes, the clothes, the scenery…dream aesthetics

[@MatthewJBD]

Wonderful video. I hope you make more of these.

[@vishnuramesh1562]

What a style! Love your videos Gentleman's gazzete

[@MartinParnham]

I love this film! Jack Davenport is excellent in it as Peter Smith-Kingsley as well. A very underrated actor. Love the styles in it. RIP Anthony Minghella. Died far too young.

[@33Jenesis]

I fell in love with Ripley’s leather tote ever since I saw the film. I bought a Madewell Transport tote years later because it somewhat reminded me of the Ripley tote.

[@sentiasatransformasi]

when I first saw the movie I fell in love w dickie’s outfits but a few years later I had to check out what he’s wearing again so I could use as guidance for my outfits this holiday

[@tonyp333777]

Awesomeness such a great review! Absolutely splendid! the movie IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE……..another awesome classic menswear enthusiast film

[@krunoslavkovacec1842]

18:30 I think these types of knitted shirts are called italian knit shirts. Very cool and colourful.

[@TheUSNcorps21]

Love these reviews. I would love you to make a review of "The Gentleman". I am new to your channel, and I am loving the content.

[@kuhlekonkedladla6402]

You have a very luxuries style and you create content that really helps us your viewers to understand the gentlemens style.The name Gentlemens Gazzets suits this page.

[@natepickren8628]

I did notice that the corduroy sport coat was actually a 3 roll two button sport coat. It took me a minute to catch it until a close up where the button hole spread enough for me to compare at the wider shot.

[@Theo-ul8qm]

Loced the in-depth look at the outfits in the movie! Just as a small addition - there's no way Tom's Hamilton watch was quartz - quartz was introduced in 1969. It was also most likely not automatic, because Hamilton used to put manual movements in the square cases. My guess is it's manual winding.

[@KavaKavana]

This is one of the greatest movies ever and dickies style is perfect for spring and summer. Great breakdown of the looks

[@AndresOssa]

A fantastic video based on one of my favourite films. What else can I ask for.

[@loanna5500]

I really don’t get why are you smaller than other style channels, i find your presentation better, your content more mature and your style is above them all(especially Raphael). It’s just puzzling to me, those people that tell you alpha dis sigma dat have more views, it’s laughable. I really don’t get how someone who dresses like frat boy in his 40s has more appreciation… Anyway I really enjoy your content, you’ve made me fall In love with classic menswear. PS: I really love this movie

[@GrumpyYank26]

I need help to really SEE the differences between the fit of an inexpensive vs high quality suit. I wish you could have a live model with you as each suit evaluated. It may just be my problem but when the fabric responds to movement in either suit I cannot actually tell why one is better. I need a side by side comparison! 😎

[@mickhammer8547]

Great video... thank you.

[@dalailama8845]

Could you make a video on the style of Gianni Agnelli?

[@hannamakela6989]

One of my favorite movies, if not the nineties' favorite (well, almost)! So, Mr. Schneider, you are (again, almost!) forgiven for your blasphemous characterization of Hitchcock's Vertigo as "boring." ;) That said, better keep on atoning with brilliant videos like this one! :)

[@robertdee648]

Great job. I love you fall outfit.

[@ClementineHepburn]

Finally !!! Thank you!

[@johnowen4888]

At some time could you review the style of Hastings in Poirot starring David Suchet in the title role?

[@skywalker31]

Love it guys i need help am from france and i don' found the quality outfit and i can't buy from internet problems of sizes ... Do you have a solution for me ??

[@maciejszpalerski3351]

Maybe you could review Brideshead Revisited - a brilliant miniseries from the eighties..

[@G.F0RD]

Holy Research! What a detailed video! Thank you very much.. so interesting. Just watched the film... answered my style questions Plus. 10 stars Gazette.

[@sensemaya1]

I have been looking FOR YEARS for the Gentleman's beautiful, gorgeous, elegant, fantastic leather zipped case. Edit: 16:30. It's got to be a fifties style and outrageously expensive. I haven't watch your video yet, but reaching out in a desperate, desperate need of want to possess one.Can anybody suggest pointers? Thank you.

[@PlyzmP]

I think the movie takes place in 1959, since i noticed it on one of the letters in the movie.

[@jacobsinger97]

I looove you dancing freely Sven!! 🤩😂😂🤩 oh i mean i like 😬 (cuz as you said its gentleman rule to not use word "love" more often")

[@fanpiresam482]

I would love to hear what you have to say about NBC's Hannibal wardrobe.

[@IntoAllTruth.]

You guys should do movie wardrobe consulting.

[@jerseattle0722]

Great vid!!!!

[@countvisian3652]

Yay another gentlemen's gazette video!

[@leeriding3746]

My favourite movie (and book) of all-time. Let's hope that the TV series being made called 'Ripley' (HBO) will do the books justice. Andrew Scott as Tom will be interesting.

[@freddierodriguez3036]

You hit the nail on the head. Tom’s power does lie on the clothing. Just like Superman is not himself till he’s in his hero attire.

[@nj2205]

What about : A single man (2009) - Tom Ford's Film !

[@lowlowseesee]

this film is one i dont pull from for my fashion but a superb one indeed

[@GENERALWACKASS]

Jude law, peltro were the other two actors I was trying to remember

[@truthreigns7]

Very interesting

[@curbowman]

Here's a video proposal: What about the best dressed rock stars? From the '70s onward, some rockers went against the Glam/Punk esthetic and opted for elegant outfits instead. I would start with Charlie Watts (The Rolling Stones), Graham Bonnet (Rainbow), Brian May (Queen) and Robert Palmer. Who else wants this video? I CAN'T HEAR YOU!!!

[@jacobsinger97]

Ouuu i'll watch it tonight now :)

[@stevemorse108]

How surprised I was for all the information you give on clothes and shoes and accessories but it is interesting. It only relates tangentially to the plot except when you underline Ripley's efforts to play personas.

[@PlyzmP]

Great video, could you do The Godfather 2 next?

[@nathanwoolley8479]

You need to do this for American Psycho!

[@map9422]

Gracias 😉

[@Psykel]

Can’t speak for what the actual prop was, but the watch mr Ripley is wearing would’ve been a manual wind piece, as the first quartz wrist watch, the Seiko Astron, was released on christmas day of 1969.

[@giovanmd]

Just a little correction, the watch is a Hamilton Boulton.

[@vernefits1953]

Awesome I always wondered about dickie outfits

[@blakemcnamara9105]

I have to say that some of it looks slightly off. The colours are a little too muted and the women's makeup looks slightly costumey. Some scenes look very accurate while others do not. One thing they missed were skinny abstract design ties which were well-in style by the late '50s.

[@NeyDogg]

Tom Ripley is wearing a 3 button rolled to the second button coat. I think it might also have a centre vent

[@MoreUngaMoreBunga]

His watch is an automatic watch because the first quartz watches were introduced in 1969.

[@bcross9109]

my only memory of this movie is watching it as a 10 year old and despite having seen many horror movies, i was absolutely horrified at the oar scene

[@buckybarnes3803]

Yeah he was a disturbing character

[@juanluishuertavivar1113]

Funny I just saw the film couple nights ago.

[@EarthSoulsAstrology]

You should view the original as the style is unmatched

[@renjuscreativeworld4037]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@juju-nl9te]

you should have review the first version ''purple noon'' which is the best one by far when it come to clothing and style .

[@avelibiramo]

💝

[@hakim2546]

What about talented mr ripley with Alain delon from 1960 the original

[@dfa3366]

I love the difference he has to look in order to be two people. After Dickie's death he now has to pretend to be Dickie when around Meredith hence the more polished style and look and Tom when when around Marge he has to look somewhat more used looking and average style.

[@dimitriostsiganis]

You should do a reaction for "Back to the Future "

[@widowrumstrypze9705]

You forgot to include the obnoxious, but VERY stylish Freddie!

[@dakotarayprice]

Glasses from the film could be American optics

[@buckybarnes3803]

I remember hating this movie at the time cuz Linus just went around lying to and then murdering people

[@j3tztbassman123]

I fit more in the Mr. Ripley camp of dressing; however, I lean towards bowties over straight ties. I will accept a collar, but decline the leash. Aside from my opinions on neckwear, this is just algorithmic fodder.

[@bossshrek1241]

how to dress like buddy holly?

[@thelegendofdarius]

We would like to see a style review of Cruella (2021 film)

[@ClassicalPower]

You should do a video about how to dress like if you are poor! 😂

[@vaclav_fejt]

Electric watches in 1950's were very rare and not very good. Quartz watches were nonexistent.

[@advaitkurup5274]

Do a review on John Wick.

[@ilikemusic76]

I‘m not really into american fashion. I prefer the style of La Grande Bellezza. This stiff und oversized american chunky looks seem to be very stained compared to the effortless italian style.

[@mspinc5964]

you are wearing cuffed pants? Not in today's men's fashion. Plus, pleated pants and too baggy.

[@AnhTuPhucDerrickHoangCanada]

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