Man-style. Mahogany. 6 o’clock shadow. My Little Gentleman keeps your life running on all cylinders, while looking and feeling classically mannish. We’re not olde-tymey, and we won’t clothe you in the latest-greatest; we focus on being tasteful and prudent in our selections. You probably won’t find many sneakers or t-shirts posted here, but you just might leave with a spring in your step and a twinkle in your eye. // var _stippleq = _stippleq || []; (function() { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = location.protocol === 'https:' ? 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this year they’re going a little more serious with <a href="http://freemanssportingclub.tumblr.com/post/12845546335">atypical pangenderal nudity</a> with the lookbook.  Enjoy (NSFW if your office is like that— otherwise funny)!</p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/13128922390http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/13128922390Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:49:39 -0800clothing<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lv18j5lBJ11qzr67bo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>One for the bookmarks:</p> <blockquote>“<a href="http://www.cavalieressentials.com/">Cavalier Essentials</a> is a line of vintage products designed for the rugged, yet sophisticated gentleman. Cavalier was always briefly explained as—“If Steve McQueen carried a beat-up leather duffle bag on the back of his motorcycle; what would be in it and how would the products look?” This simple idea married an appreciation for lifestyle design and vintage accessories. All of the products possess a hand-made quality while responding to the modern influences of today’s culture.”</blockquote> <p>Thanks, Emily!</p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/13128687052http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/13128687052Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:45:05 -0800clothingAccessories<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltkw40qAqD1qzr67bo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Ohio readers rejoice!  <a href="http://dredgersunion.com/">The Dredgers’ Union</a> is a new shop in Cleveland, Ohio that also has their own line.  They tout that their items are made in the USA, we like the color schemes and proportions. via <a href="http://www.selectism.com/news/2011/10/18/dredgers-union-fall-2011/">Selectism.</a></p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11867418870http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11867418870Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:21:36 -0700clothingstore<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltfln31hvg1qzr67bo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>Just in time for colder weather, Inventory shows us yet another brilliant move by the Japanese.  This is basically our ultimate parka - structured, functional without overdoing it, and finely detailed.  Available in four colors through <a href="http://www.locals-only.jp/SHOP/830734/list.html">two</a> <a href="http://www.arch-heritage.com/catalog/manufacture.php?manufacturers_id=14">websites</a> (and probably in person if you’re in Japan).  via <a href="http://www.inventorymagazine.com/updates/a-vontade-classic-mountain-parka.html">Inventory.</a></p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11771391132http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11771391132Sat, 22 Oct 2011 06:30:05 -0700outerwear<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltflcxOBK81qzr67bo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>A subsect of current mens’ fashion is the 1930’s-canoe-guide look.  A bag like this befits that look, and will age very well.  This one is called <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/78768154/the-great-outdoors-backpack-in-tan-waxed">The Great Outdoors,</a> and the name behind it is <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sketchbook">Sketchbook.</a>  Very similar to the <a href="http://store.archivalclothing.com/products/rucksack">Archival rucksack</a> and the <a href="http://www.brooksengland.com/catalogue-and-shop/bags/cycle+bags+%26+accoutrements/ISLINGTON+Rucksack/">Brooks rucksack,</a> but hey- everyone’s got particularities.  They’re on Etsy, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sketchbook">give ‘em a look.</a>  via <a href="http://www.gq.com/style/blogs/the-gq-eye/2011/10/in-the-rotation-sketchbook-great-outdoors-backpack.html">GQ.</a></p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11741104135http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11741104135Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:41:21 -0700luggageBags<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltdv1ctYFX1qzr67bo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>We’re aware not everyone lives in a city with easy access to purveyors of fine accoutrements.  For those of you out in suburbia (sorry, rural-dwellers), and who’re near an Aldo shoes, they’ve recently launched a sub-brand called <a href="http://www.gentlemensboutique.com/">Mr. B’s,</a> which is mostly footwear with some accessories.  It’s not mind-blowing, but does have a few nice picks, such as the laceless <a href="http://www.gentlemensboutique.com/catalog/shoes/maslow/brown">Maslow oxford.</a>  </p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11705232989http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11705232989Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:15:12 -0700storeshoesAccessories<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltdurgV5cS1qzr67bo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Understated, timeless (see what I did there?) watch alert: <a href="http://www.timex.com/s?searchKeywords=Weekender_Straps_Bracelets&Action=submit">the Timex Weekender.</a>  Available in a few different face and band color combos, it’s got that military vibe yet not too austere nor pre-distressed.  We’ve got one here at M.L.G. headquarters and can vouch for it.  via <a href="http://www.gq.com/style/blogs/the-gq-eye/2011/10/watch-of-the-week-the-timex-weekender.html">GQ.</a></p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11704987599http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/11704987599Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:09:00 -0700watchesAccessories<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lrvrw3aV361qzr67bo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>Here is an interesting site: choose a picture of someone wearing some stuff, and then break the outfit down into actual (similar if not same) items you can acquire via the magic of the internet!  For example, in the photo shown, we have Elvis Costello, and below his photo are pictures with links to individual items in the picture.</p> <p>The site is <a href="http://nerdboyfriend.com/">Nerd Boyfriend,</a> and they do a pretty good job covering this area for Gentlemen everywhere.</p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/10483056483http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/10483056483Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:16:51 -0700Websites<a href="http://putthison.com/post/10127535876/twenty-five-pieces-of-basic-sartorial-knowledge-so-you">25 Tips On How To Dress Like A Grownup</a>: <p>M.L.G. is a resource about learning, and as we strive to educate ourselves and others, we don’t condescend to our friends, fans, and readers.  We’re meant to be a collection of suggestions, and maybe some inspiration or insights once in a while.  </p> <p><a href="http://putthison.com/">Put This On</a> asserts that you will look dumb unless you follow their <a href="http://putthison.com/post/10127535876/twenty-five-pieces-of-basic-sartorial-knowledge-so-you">rules,</a> of which there are 25.  We agree with most of the items, but mostly as suggestions, and not about the dumb part.  Rules are meant to be bent— if everyone followed sartorial rules, we wouldn’t have people like <a href="http://mistermort.typepad.com/">any of the subjects Mr. Mort shoots!</a></p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/10452626825http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/10452626825Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:47:52 -0700adviceclothing<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lrmwviox6k1qzr67bo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Happy Friday from M.L.G and Frank Sinatra!</p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/10288303142http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/10288303142Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:26:06 -0700<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lr45acFFE61qzr67bo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Summer may still be alive and well, but as gentlemen tend to be forward thinkers, new boots might be on order for winter.  How about wool lined leather or waxed suede?  <a href="http://www.buttero.it/men.php">Buttero’s</a> got some and they look basically perfect, available through <a href="https://www.porvocacao.com/shop/brands/buttero">Por Vocação.</a>  via <a href="http://www.selectism.com/news/2011/09/02/buttero-wool-lined-footwear-for-autumnwinter-2011/">Selectism.</a></p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/9883056568http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/9883056568Tue, 06 Sep 2011 11:13:24 -0700footwearboots<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq5afarrRK1qzr67bo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Archival Clothing’s got a nice leather wallet.  Looks about the size of a pants-pocket, and can fit a passport and some cards.  Available at their <a href="http://store.archivalclothing.com/products/archival-flap-wallet">online store.</a>  We’re big fans of the red reinforcement stitching as an accent detail.</p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/9096246510http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/9096246510Thu, 18 Aug 2011 15:28:22 -0700Accessories<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq58fhYLrx1qzr67bo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Oh, look, an old mail bag made into <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/recycled-mail-sack-ipad-case">an iPad case.</a>  Kind of an antique Freitag concept. The liner is ‘ultrasuede’, meaning no grommets scratching your glass.  It’s more suede than suede! via <a href="http://www.selectism.com/news/2011/08/16/repurposed-mail-satchel-ipad-case/">Selectism.</a></p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/9094456136http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/9094456136Thu, 18 Aug 2011 14:45:17 -0700Accessories<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpu22iuPYQ1qzr67bo1_400.png"/><br/><br/><p>Continuing in the vein of educating oneself, here is <a href="http://www.gilt.com/giltmanual/2011/06/know-your-terms-breton-stripe/">a briefing from Gilt Manual</a> about the breton stripe:</p> <blockquote> <p>“An act of government is rarely a major influencer in the world of style. But not so with the March 27, 1858 Act of France. The act declared a new uniform for the French Navy: A knitted shirt with navy and white horizontal stripes, chosen because the distinct pattern was easily sighted beneath the ocean’s surface. Highly visible shirts meant less sailors consigned to Davy Jones’ Locker upon falling overboard. And that’s why the style quickly fell into favor among seafaring types, especially the northwestern region of Brittany, or “Bretagne” in French.</p> <p>From there, it’s not a huge leap to the anglicized “Breton,” or to the rationale for the name of the now-iconic stripe that can be found on everything from genuine sailing garments to high-fashion runways. And for those out there that call it a nautical stripe—and many do, not necessarily incorrectly—we think you can be trusted to surmise the explanation for that particular moniker on your own.”</p> </blockquote> <p>Gilt Manual’s article <a href="http://www.gilt.com/giltmanual/2011/06/know-your-terms-breton-stripe/">here.</a></p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/8834916640http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/8834916640Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:54:18 -0700article<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpu1slXfca1qzr67bo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Valet mag’s got a quick <a href="http://www.valetmag.com/the-handbook/features/2011/31-days/day1-how-to-wear-a-tie.php">five-item list of ways to wear a tie.</a>  Didn’t think of one or two of them, did you?!  </p>http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/8834696426http://my-little-gentleman.com/post/8834696426Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:48:21 -0700Accessorieshowto