The Esteemed Gentleman Articles

Welcome to part one of an ongoing series called Restaurant Etiquette. In this series, we will walk you through all the different steps of restaurant etiquette to ensure a fulfilling experience. In this article, we will cover steps you can take before even setting foot in a restaurant. With life returning to normal in the post-pandemic era, many peo...

If you are just dipping your toes into the wonderful world of watches, hearing terms like "automatic", "mechanical", and "caliber" may be intimidating. To the uninitiated, these words may mean nothing, but to those in the watch community, they are the keystone of what makes a watch a watch. Almost every type of watch and clock, minus sundials and w...

It may seem old fashioned or obsolete in the eyes of younger generations, but a hand written love letter will impress anyone who receives it. In an age where we are surrounded by screens and social media, a love letter is an unexpected gift that will be remembered for years to come (and re-remembered if it's tucked away for decades). Letting y...

Whether you're a seasoned suit sophisticate or are just beginning your sartorial journey, you will benefit from understanding the different terminologies used in menswear. There's no better place to start than with the most versatile and common accessory in menswear: the pocket square. While some may use the terms pocket square and handkerchief int...

Taking pride in your appearance is a skill that all men should develop. Carefully choosing your outfit for the day could be the difference between being warm and comfortable or shivering all day because you decided to wear shorts in the middle of winter because you wanted to stand out from the crowd. Throughout your life you'll have to attend diffe...