How to Dress Without Trying Too Hard... So you want to look good. More than that you want to look cool. More than that even, you want to look cool effortlessly. Now, there are of course many ways to achieve this, but if you’re talking easy chic, a relaxed bearing, a light machismo - that, dear heart, is Sprezzatura. For the definition, we have to go all the way back to the 16th century, and to Baldassare Castiglione’s The Book of the Courtier. Essentially a guide as to how young noblemen should conduct themselves in polite spaces, it contains sage advice that modern men would do well to heed - “...conceal all art and make whatever is done or said...
Here's a very simple and stylish way to make your own protective face mask with one of our large silk pocket squares, without any need for sewing or damage to the silk.
One of the most persistent questions we get is “How do I wear a pocket square”. Well, dear reader, we hate to break it to you, but there is more than one way to wear a pocket square. You know the routine. Big occasion, big outfit - reach into the wardrobe for something nice you would not normally wear. And while some of us are lucky to be born clothes horses, not all of us feel at home in smarter, more formal wear. So how to pull it off? Our answer to this might be counter-intuitive. You might think of pocket squares as a rarified garment, as something to break out only for the most demanding occasions. A wedding perhaps,...
A message about COVID-19 To all of our wonderful customers - In this trying time, we just wanted to reassure customers that is business as usual here at Cravat Club. We pack all of our orders by hand in the most hygienic manner, and our online orders are not affected by the government advice on social distancing. Most importantly, please do follow advice on the infection; wash your hands regularly, avoid excessive travel and contact with others. Look after yourself and each other. We don't know how long this is going to last, but you can at least shop online with confidence. Let us bring the style to your door! We will be updating as we get more and...
How to pull off a cravat Here he comes. The Bantersaurus Rex, roaming over his natural environment. Slapping backs and slapping thighs, punishing even the slightest deviation from the norm with savage mick-taking. We all know one. In seriousness though, we can all be a bit resistant to trying something new. We all have our favourite, reliable outfits that won't let us down, and it does take confidence to wear something with a bit more...panache. But perhaps you think it's time to enliven your wardrobe a little, perhaps you want to show off a little imagination, a little personality? No need to throw out the whole lot - why not try a cravat to give your look a lift?...
