Perfectly Dressed Gentleman
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About the Book
Brown or black shoes? Single- or double-breasted jacket? Tie or no tie?
In our increasingly informal world, knowing how a man should dress for each occasion has become ever
more challenging. So, take the stress out of getting dressed with this invaluable little book. The Perfectly
Dressed Gentleman is an indispensable guide through the modern sartorial maze. Witty and informative,
it offers practical advice on what to wear on every occasion, from workplace to wedding, from home to
holiday. Robert O’Byrne shows you what to look for in a suit, in terms of colour, fabric and fit; learn how
to tie a bow ties and the different knots for ordinary ties; find out the best ways to accessorize any outfit;
and much more. Not only will you learn how always to look your best, but also how to avoid making
fashion faux pas. Packed with tips and tricks, and illustrated throughout with Lord Dunsby’s quirky style,
it ensures that, whatever the occasion, you will always be a perfectly dressed gentleman.

About the Author

Robert O’Byrne was Fashion Correspondent for the Irish Times for ten years and has written extensively on style and design. Among his previous books are a history of Irish fashion, Style City: How London Became a Fashion Capital and Mind Your Manners: A Guide to Good Behaviour. The author is based in County Meath, Ireland. Lord Dunsby, aka illustrator and designer Steven Millington, has been offering top notch images since the late 20th century. He has worked for a wide range of clients, including recent collaborations with Vans and Ben Sherman.

Book Details
ISBN-13: 9781907563881
Publisher: Cico Books
Acedemic Level: English
Book Type: English
Country Of Origin: United Kingdom
Dewey: 391.1
Height: 197 mm
Illustrations: col. Illustrations
Language: English
No of Pages: 128
PrintOnDemand: N
Series Title: English
Star Rating: 4
UK Availability: R/P
ISBN-10: 1907563881
Publisher Date: 01 Oct 2011
Binding: HARDCOVER
Continuations: English
Depth: 19
Gardner Classification Code: D02
Illustration: Y
Is LeadingArticle: Y
MediaMail: Y
Pagination: 128 pages, col. Illustrations
Returnable: Y
Spine Width: 6 mm
Title Prefix: The
Width: 127 mm