John Wick is as famous for his tailoring as he is for his love of dogs and pencil-based killings. Learn how to wear his killer suit here.
If you’re covering up your flawlessly fitting suit with outerwear that might be mistaken for a Snuggie, you’re doing it wrong. Here’s how to get it right.
Topcoat vs. Overcoat Pop quiz: Look at the two guys above. Is one of them wearing a topcoat and one wearing an overcoat? If you’re a fan of Black Lapel and you’ve been following us for a while you’ll know that these are both custom topcoats. But for those who haven’t read the names of […]
Our winter coat buyer’s guide breaks down what to look, and what to avoid, for in a quality topcoat this winter.
The plaid suit has gotten a bad rap. But flip through the pages of GQ or Esquire and you’ll find that, today, men are helping the plaid suit shed the negative connotations by wearing plaid suits with style. Here are three foolproof ways to make sure your plaid suit doesn’t look played out.
In this guide to 2014 fall style, we’ll show you the five essential elements you need to get into the season in style.
Look, we get it — tuxedos can be confusing. Allow us to help clear the air and answer all of the burning tuxedo vs. suit questions men ask themselves every day.
Doubling down on blue makes sense in most men’s wardrobes. Need help choosing your next blue suit? We say consider the weather where you live.
The smart casual dress code is most famous for its ample freedom of expression. But what else do you need to know about smart casual aside from the relaxed boundaries? As connoisseurs of men’s suits and style, we’ve previously written on decoding the business casual dress code and how to be the best dressed man […]
It can take time to build a well-rounded wardrobe and that goes beyond a few custom suits. You need to invest in good shoes, too. Here are seven types of dress shoes to get you started.
The rules governing men’s clothing accessories are not that complicated. Clip this here, slip this through this hole, for a touch of sprezzatura, leave this nonchalantly unbuttoned, etc. For years we’ve dutifully followed the rules and they’ve worked for us. But our styles are our own and in this world of “personal brands” isn’t it time […]
In other words, a foolproof guide on how to be the best dressed man at your wedding.
Everybody thinks tall men have it easy in life. Short dudes be hatin’ (register your complaints down in the comments section below) Average dudes be frontin’ (Uh, yeah, I’m 5’10”). But you, Mr. Tall Man, you know that being above average height comes with its own unique set of complications and a fair share of […]
A turtleneck is an incredibly easy way to upgrade your look with ease. If you want to learn how to wear a turtleneck with style, this post is for you. As experts in the men’s clothing industry, we’ve talked about how to wear different outfits, from vests to pants to shoes. Now I’ll show you […]
Even during the dog days of summer, you can pull off your dark interview suit without looking like you stopped for a pickup game of basketball on the way to the interview. Here are 5 hot weather interview tips that every man ought to know.
Sweltering in your dress shirts? It’s time you checked out the five dress shirts we can’t live without this summer.
We’re entering June, which means wedding season is in full swing. And even if you’re not the lucky groom, a wedding is one of those rare opportunities to drink on the house, show off those questionable dancing skills, and more importantly, dress up to the nines. So leave the office get-up for the cube, skip […]
Dressing for your size doesn’t mean compromising style. Here’s our guide to big men’s clothing, made easy with our made-to-measure suits.
Even if you’ve never watched a horse race, let the spirit of the Triple Crown (starting with the most famous race of them all, the Kentucky Derby) inspire you to raise your weekend style this spring.
Here are 5 ways to wear green on St. Patrick’s Day without looking like a leprechaun.
Collars can be confusing, especially when you put a lot of effort into your style. In this article, we’re going to tell you about one of the most popular types – the spread collar. Generally, a spread collar is a classic style of collar where the distance between the two collar points is longer, and […]
If you’ve gotten your suit looks nailed down, it’s time to step up to the Unsuit. But first, you’ve got to know what an Unsuit is. We’ll explain.
Getting married in 2018? Don’t be intimidated by the trends. We have expert advice on what the best men’s wedding suits & tuxedos look like.
Follow this men’s style guide to make 2017 your best-dressed year yet.
See why the Deep Burgundy Suit made its way to the Look of the Year and the different ways we’re wearing it.
Get ahead of the game, check out the key fall suits to have in your arsenal and how to wear them.
Introducing the Spring/Summer ‘16 Collection. Our take on men’s spring fashion featuring plaids with personality, no-sweat suits, and office-ready linens.
The Black Lapel Spring/Summer 2016 Collection is almost here. Get ready for the release with this sneak peek behind the scenes of the collection photo shoot.
“Sexy” is a word that’s associated with the way women dress but, according to the women we talked to, men can (and should) learn how to dress sexy.
It’s that time of year again here at Black Lapel—time to pick a winner.
