Cuff Linking
February 26, 2009 by Stephen Johnson
Filed under Custom Dress Code, NELSON WADE Quick Tips
Before buttons and before cuff links, the shirt cuffs of aristocrats were kept in place using ribbons and lace. Around the 17th century, cuff links were introduced into mainstream fashion and were widely accepted by the middle class. Today, the functional purpose that cuff links serve is practically... Read More
Four, Three, Two, One Button Suit Jacket
February 19, 2009 by Stephen Johnson
Filed under Custom Dress Code, NELSON WADE Quick Tips
Over the years we’ve seen many variations in buttons on suit jackets and sport coats. As of late, the most popular has been the 3 button version. Several years prior, we even saw 4 buttons in the marketplace. In retrospect, that look was probably best reserved for 6′ 8″ basketball... Read More
Dare to Wear a Pocket Square
January 5, 2009 by Stephen Johnson
Filed under Article Categories, Custom Dress Code, NELSON WADE Quick Tips
A pocket square adds a brilliant finishing touch to a well arranged ensemble. It’s subtle presence speaks volumes about the wearers sense of style. These little additions come in an endless variety of colors, fabrics, and patterns to choose from. Selecting a pocket square is largely... Read More




































