The jacket is one of the most classic and recognisable pieces of menswear, and how we button it can have a significant impact on our look and style. When we arrive at a formal venue or event, it is essential to have the jacket buttoned. This not only shows respect for the space, but also shows off [...]
Braces are a classic and timeless element of men's clothing, which does not lose its charm and usefulness through time. They were originally designed to serve a very practical purpose: to hold the trousers in place, while providing comfort and stability. There are two main types of straps, depending on how they are used, and [...]
The tie, an accessory with a long history, is an integral part of men's formal wear. It has the power to transform a simple suit into a sophisticated look, adding style and prestige. Its proper use, however, requires not only aesthetics but also adherence to certain basic rules concerning length, choice of pattern and tying [...]
In this text we will try to document the evolution of the costume through time. 1850 The "father" of the modern suit is born. At that time men wore long dark jackets, which looked more like a coat, trousers of a different colour from the jacket, waistcoats and shirts. However, in the green Scottish countryside, there was a need [...]
Ways of making costumes As is widely known, there are three different types-modes of construction for a costume. What many people don't know, however, is that a really good men's suit is one of the most demanding garments to construct. It takes special knowledge, a deep understanding of the male anatomy and a sense of balance between measurements - with [...]
If you want to be more attractive you need to lay the right foundations. The kind of shoes you wear often is one of the points a man is judged by. Of course you understand that one kind of shoes cannot meet all your needs. The simple reason is that you will have to go to different occasions, so you will need [...]
One of the most frequent questions we receive at KAPRALOS/ NOBLE is what is the right choice of footwear color in relation to the costume we have chosen. In particular, the groom carefully chooses piece by piece of his outfit during the most important day of his life, most tend to stand on the combination of jacket and shirt, [...]
The most formal garment in your wardrobe, the suit is the garment that will add prestige and sophistication to your look. Whether it is an integral part of your everyday life due to your profession or social obligations, whether you wear it rarely when the dress code of the occasion requires it, or at weddings and [...]
Many times the friends of KAPRALOS/NOBLE ask us how to tie their tie. Necessary accessory for some appearances, but not very popular in everyday life. Let's see step by step how to tie the tie, in the 3 main, different, classic knots. The Four-in-Hand Knot It's a bit asymmetrical, high-strung and easily undone. If you need to know a knot [...]
The distinction is made according to the number of buttons and the way they are buttoned on the jacket of the suit. As the word says, in the double-breasted jacket we have two buttons, of which only the top one is buttoned when needed. The same applies to the three-button jacket with the difference that here when we need to button up we close [...]
