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Quote of the Month
"We first make our habits, and then
our habits make us."
-John Dryden
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Kenneth R. Grossman Master Custom Clothier
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Ever since the first "casual Friday" was announced, there has been debate as to the future of dressing well. I know this debate is not going to go away, however I still contend that there is no better way to present a positive image than to wear a great suit.
A couple recent experiences I had reinforced my conviction that dressing well is your best option. I recently met with one of my clients, a Bank President, who told me, "You know Ken I just feel like in difficult economic times like these it is important to look successful. That's why I work with you and take pride in wearing great suits and looking my best." A recent Courier Journal article mentioned that the national men's clothing chain Men's Wearhouse recently reported a better than expected quarter. An industry consultant theorized that their performance could be "a turn from the casual workplace" and that the results "bode well for suit makers".
So don't be afraid to look and feel your best. The old saying,"You never get a second chance to make a first impression" is more pertinent than ever. Below is a link to a video clip called "Suits, the Musical". This entertaining performance is a bit whimsical, but it illustrates our point beautifully!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNOG3XIX4Xg
Our fall collections are here and ready for your viewing. I have some great ideas for building your wardrobe. Contact us today 502.327.8827 or at KennyG@ExecutiveImage.com to schedule your fall wardrobe appointment.
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AS YOU LIKE IT
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In this day of mass-produced products and
lowest-common-denominator thinking, it's good to know that you can still have
your personal preferences and needs taken into account. As your custom clothier, we don't force you to fit into any categories of fit,
color, or fashion. Instead, your clothing is designed and fitted specifically
for you. We take the frustration out of trying to find your "size"
amid colors and fabrics meant to appeal to the greatest potential number of
buyers. Instead, you can relax knowing that your custom clothing will exactly
fit your shape, as well as your needs. With more than 100 tailoring steps in
the jacket alone, custom-made clothes are meticulously crafted and detailed. Custom clothing, because it's not dependent on the designers' current seasonal
offerings, can reflect your individual sense of style and personality far
longer than ready-made clothing. Instead of needing to replace valuable
wardrobe pieces annually, you'll find that bespoke garments can give years of
useful service, increasing their value and offering excellent return on
investment. All this attention to personal detail takes time-but it's worth waiting for.
No, you can't order a custom suit this afternoon and wear it tomorrow. But when
you wear it, you'll never want to wear anything less.
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Q & A - ASK KEN
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Question: How do I pick dress shoes that work with several suit colors?
Answer: Many men tend toward the safe choice of black dress shoes, which work well
with dark and dressy suits. The burgundy or Cordovan color, once extremely
popular is still appropriate. However, a discussion arises when deciding
on another color dress shoe. A great alternative to basic black is a cigar or
cognac shade with some depth in the color. As neutral shades, they coordinate
with blue tones, as well as olives and grays, without losing the presence of a
black lace-up.
If you wear dress shoes daily, remember to rotate between two or three pairs of
good-quality shoes to give them time to rest between wearings.
Tip: Store shoes on wooden shoe trees at home. During travel keep shoes in
separate felt bags to keep them from scuffing and to keep your other packed items
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